Gender Based Comparison of the Effects of Sensory Modulated Graded Weight Bearing Physiotherapy In Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis
This comparative experimental study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Sensory-Modulated Graded Weight-Bearing Physiotherapy (SMGWBP) in patients with knee osteoarthritis and compare treatment outcomes between male and female participants. Participants will receive a 6-week physiotherapy program with assessments conducted at baseline (pre-intervention), mid-intervention (3 weeks), and post-intervention (6 weeks) using validated outcome measures.
• Participants are eligible for inclusion if they meet the following criteria:
• Age between 40 and 60 years.
• Diagnosed with Grade II or Grade III Knee Osteoarthritis according to Kellgren-Lawrence Classification.
• Ability to ambulate independently without assistive devices.
• Mild to moderate pain intensity with a Visual Analogue Scale score less than seven.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.