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Effect of Stretching Exercises on Joint Stiffness in Elderly Individuals

The effect of a stretching exercise program on reducing joint stiffness in elderly individuals: A randomized controlled trial - nil

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
CTRI
Registry ID
CTRI/2026/06/112951
Enrollment
56
Registered
2026-06-17
Start date
Unknown
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2026-06-22

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Conditions

None listed

Interventions

Intervention1: stretching exercise program: Participants will receive a structured stretching exercise program aimed at reducing joint stiffness. Exercises will be performed under supervision for the

Sponsors

galgotias university
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Elderly individuals aged 40 to 75 years with complaints of joint stiffness and willing to participate in the study.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: Individuals with recent fractures, severe neurological disorders, severe musculoskeletal deformities, uncontrolled medical conditions, or those unwilling to participate will be excluded.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
WOMAC, MRC SCALE, VASTimepoint: 4 weeks—

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
Functional mobility (Timed Up and Go Test, 6-Minute Walk Test). Quality of life (SF-36 or EQ-5D questionnaire). Adherence and sustainability (attendance logs, participant feedback)Timepoint: 4 weeks—

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactDr Sajjad Alam

Galgotias University

sajjad.alam@galgotiasuniversity.edu.in9818879898

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Jun 29, 2026