Exercise programs for knee osteoarthritis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This trial compares two different exercise programs to see which one better improves knee cartilage thickness and reduces pain in people with knee osteoarthritis. It may help you find a safe, effective way to manage your symptoms at home.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have knee osteoarthritis (moderate stage, grades 2-3) and have had knee pain for at least 3 months.
- You are able to do a home exercise program without help.
- You have not had knee, hip, or spine surgery.
- You do not have other inflammatory arthritis (like rheumatoid arthritis or gout) and have not had a knee injection in the last 3 months.
- Your BMI is 40 or lower, you are not pregnant, and you have no heart, nerve, or other health issues that would make exercise unsafe.
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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