This is an RCT aims to explore Perturbation-Based Balance Training versus Progressive Neuromuscular Training as an Adjunct to Conventional Physiotherapy for Pain Reduction and Functional Improvement in Knee Osteoarthritis.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
60
3 sessions/week 20-25 min (2 sets × 30 sec/activity) Starts with Low-Moderate (slow, predictable external perturbations) progress to Moderate-High (fast, unpredictable perturbations) 30-35 min (3 sets × 45-60 sec)
3 sessions/week 20-25 min (2 sets × 10-12 reps) starts with Low-Moderate (RPE 9-11) then proceeds to Moderate (RPE 11-13)
Institute of Medical Rehabilitation (IMR)
Islamabad, ICT, Pakistan
RECRUITINGPain & Functional Ability
Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC)
Time frame: Baseline to Week 6
Functional Mobility
Functional Mobility will be measured using Time Up \& Go test
Time frame: Baseline to Week 6
Muscle strength
Handheld Dynamometer
Time frame: Baseline to week 6
Balance
Functional Reach Test
Time frame: Baseline to week 6
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