Effectiveness of Mulligan Mobilization Technique and Proprioceptive Exercises Among Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis in Karachi The Study Will Include Individuals Diagnosed With Knee OA, Aged 40 Years and Above, Clinically Diagnosed Mild to Moderate Primary OA in Knee. Participants Will be Recruited From a Physical Therapy Clinic, and Will be Screened for Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria. Inclusion Criteria Will Include Diagnosed Cases of Knee OA With Mild to Moderate Grade of OA (According to Kellgren and Lawrence Scale) and the Ability to Walk Without Assistive Device for at Least 50 Feet

Status: Recruiting
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Intervention Type: Other
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY

This research analyzes the effectiveness of Mulligan mobilization in comparison to proprioceptive exercises for treating patients with mild to moderate Knee osteoarthritis whose condition falls under Kellgren and Lawrence grading system Grades 2 and 3. The current study evaluates these therapeutic approaches as a combined method during a 10-week assessment period which incorporates pain intensity measures, movement analysis and functional activities and balance performance together with quality of life improvement. The study implements a preliminary test followed by standardized evaluation tests to establish robust data for Knee osteoarthritis physical therapy strategies. The study population will include individuals diagnosed with knee OA, aged 40 years and above, clinically diagnosed mild to moderate primary OA in knee. Participants will be recruited from a physical therapy clinic, and will be screened for inclusion and exclusion criteria. Inclusion criteria will include diagnosed cases of knee OA with mild to moderate Grade of OA (According to Kellgren and Lawrence Scale) and the ability to walk without assistive devices for at least 50 feet. A total of 60 subjects will be chosen equally for three groups (Experimental Group A=Proprioceptive Exercises group), (Experimental Group B=Mulligan Mobilization Technique Group), and (Control Group C= Traditional physical therapy). Double blinding randomized selection through simple random sampling will determine all participants. Study will continue for 10 weeks and a total number of 30 treatment sessions will be given to each patient with 3 sessions per week. Session lasting an average of 40 minutes to an hour each. Assessment of the patients will be done at the beginning of 1st Session day and at the end of treatment of 30th Session day. The research site for this investigation is Physiotherapy Out-Patient Department at National Healthcare Centre, Karachi-Pakistan.

Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 40
Healthy Volunteers: f
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• Inclusion criteria will include diagnosed cases of knee OA with mild to moderate Grade of OA (According to Kellgren and Lawrence Scale)

• Ability to walk without assistive devices for at least 50 feet.

Locations
Other Locations
Pakistan
National Healthcare Center
RECRUITING
Karachi
Contact Information
Primary
Muhammad Atif Khan, PhD Scholar
mak.physio1989@gmail.com
+923322281028
Backup
Atif Hussain Hussain
info@nhc.net.pk
0213530857179
Time Frame
Start Date: 2025-03-27
Estimated Completion Date: 2025-08
Participants
Target number of participants: 60
Treatments
Experimental: Proprioceptive Exercises
Proprioceptive exercises aim to enhance an individual's ability to perceive body position and movement in space, improving balance, stability, and injury prevention. These exercises have shown significant benefits for various populations, including institutionalized older adults, where they improved functional mobility, balance, gait, and reduced fall risk.
Active_comparator: Mulligan Mobilization Technique
The Mulligan Mobilization Technique, specifically Mobilization with Movement (MWM), is an effective manual therapy approach for treating musculoskeletal conditions. In knee osteoarthritis treatment, Mulligan mobilization was found to be more effective than Maitland technique in alleviating pain and improving function scores. The technique can be combined with other therapeutic measures such as conventional treatments and exercises for optimal results. Overall, Mulligan Mobilization Technique emerges as a promising intervention for various musculoskeletal conditions, offering pain relief and functional improvement.
Placebo_comparator: Placebo
Traditional Physical Therapy
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: National Healthcare Center

This content was sourced from clinicaltrials.gov