This study aims to investigate the effects of a structured physical therapy and rehabilitation program on gait temporospatial parameters and plantar pressure distribution in patients who have undergone total knee replacement surgery. Patients undergoing total knee replacement often experience alterations in gait patterns and weight distribution, which may affect functional mobility and recovery outcomes. This study will evaluate whether a targeted rehabilitation program can improve walking performance and restore more symmetrical plantar pressure distribution. Participants will be assessed before and after the intervention using objective gait analysis and plantar pressure measurement tools. The findings of this study may help improve rehabilitation strategies and enhance functional recovery following knee replacement surgery.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NON_RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
30
A structured physical therapy rehabilitation program including range of motion exercises, muscle strengthening, balance training, and gait training aimed at improving functional mobility and gait performance.
Jouf University and Prince Mutaib Bin Abdulaziz Hospital- Sakaka, AlJouf in Saudi Arabia
Sakakah, Saudi Arabia
RECRUITINGCadence (steps/minute) measured using gait analysis system
Cadence will be measured using a gait analysis system. The average number of steps per minute will be calculated for each participant.
Time frame: Baseline and after completion of the rehabilitation program (e.g., 6-10 weeks)
Peak pressure
kPa
Time frame: Baseline and after completion of the rehabilitation program (e.g., 6-10 weeks)
Postural Alignment
The REEDCO Posture Sheet
Time frame: Baseline and after completion of the rehabilitation program (e.g., 6-10 weeks)
Quadriceps Muscle Strength (MMT score 0-5)
Muscle strength will be assessed using Manual Muscle Testing (MMT) graded from 0 to 5.
Time frame: Baseline and after completion of the rehabilitation program (e.g., 6-10 weeks)
Circular measurement of quadriceps (cm)
To evaluate the degree of muscle wasting (atrophy), hypertrophy, or the degree of oedema and joint swelling
Time frame: Baseline and after completion of the rehabilitation program (e.g., 6-10 weeks)
Walking speed (velocity)
m/sec
Time frame: Baseline and after completion of the rehabilitation program (e.g., 6-10 weeks)
Step and Stride time
Seconds
Time frame: Baseline and after completion of the rehabilitation program (e.g., 6-10 weeks)
Step and Stride length
cm
Time frame: Baseline and after completion of the rehabilitation program (e.g., 6-10 weeks)
Toe In/Out
Degree
Time frame: Baseline and after completion of the rehabilitation program (e.g., 6-10 weeks)
Base Of Support (BOS)
cm
Time frame: Baseline and after completion of the rehabilitation program (e.g., 6-10 weeks)
Average Pressure
kPa
Time frame: Baseline and after completion of the rehabilitation program (e.g., 6-10 weeks)
Gradient Pressure
kPa
Time frame: Baseline and after completion of the rehabilitation program (e.g., 6-10 weeks)
Hamstring Muscle Strength (MMT score 0-5)
Muscle strength will be assessed using Manual Muscle Testing (MMT) graded from 0 to 5.
Time frame: Baseline and after completion of the rehabilitation program (e.g., 6-10 weeks)
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