Balance vs. strength training for knee osteoarthritis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two types of exercise programs (a balance-focused training and a progressive strengthening program) added to usual physical therapy. The goal is to see which works better for reducing knee pain and improving daily function in people with knee osteoarthritis.
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Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 70 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis (mild to moderate, grades I to III).
- You have had knee pain for at least 3 months.
- You can walk without help from another person or a walker.
- You have not had knee surgery or a knee replacement.
- You do not have rheumatoid arthritis or other inflammatory joint diseases.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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