Health Condition 1: M00-M99- Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Magnesium and exercise: Topical application of magnesium oil and immersion in Epsom salt foot soak will be done for all the eight sessions. 2 sachet of Epsom salt 50 grams will be given
Sponsors
Dr Khadija Lokhandwala
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Diagnosed case of Knee Osteoarthritis
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1.Subjects with other known musculoskeletal conditions of knee 2.Having other joint pathologies (for example, rheumatoid arthritis, severe osteoporosis, or fracture) 3.Uncontrolled blood pressure, diabetes mellitus or suspected diseases that may restrict exercise
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1)Visual Analog Scale (VAS)- On Rest 2)Visual Analog Scale (VAS)- On Activity 3)Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Arthritis Index (WOMAC) 4)Timed up and go test (TUG) 5)Stair Climb Test Timepoint: Pre intervention before the first session and post intervention after the eight session | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1)Quadriceps strength 2)Knee Range of motion Timepoint: Pre intervention before the first session and post intervention after the eight session | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Poonam Parulekar
Sunandan Divatia School of Science
Outcome results
None listed