Knee Osteoarthritis. Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention 1: The intervention group performed a combined program of strength and balance exercises with blood flow restriction (BFR). The program consisted of 10 daily sessions, each lasting approx
Sponsors
Shiraz University of Medical Sciences
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
50 Years to No maximum
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Age above 50 years Diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis (unilateral or bilateral) according to the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) criteria. In patients with bilateral knee osteoarthritis, the knee with the worse Kellgren-Lawrence grade will be considered the affected knee. Radiographic evidence of knee osteoarthritis with Kellgren-Lawrence grade II or III. Presence of clinical symptoms such as pain and functional limitation for at least three months. Ability to provide informed consent and willingness to comply with the study protocol
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: History of any invasive procedure on the affected knee, including arthroscopy or intra-articular injection within the past 12 months. History of physiotherapy or strength training program for the affected knee concurrently with participation in the research study. Presence of injuries affecting lower limb function (except knee osteoarthritis). Presence of neurological, cardiac, or vascular diseases, including blood coagulation disorders. Other acute or chronic conditions that may affect physical or cognitive function. History of venous thromboembolism. Presence of diseases affecting balance, including inner ear disorders or plantar sensory impairments.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Static Balance. Timepoint: Before, immediately after, and 4 weeks post-intervention. Method of measurement: Single Leg Stance Test.;Dynamic Balance. Timepoint: Before, immediately after, and 4 weeks post-intervention. Method of measurement: Timed Up and Go Test.;Functional Strength. Timepoint: before, immediately after, and 4 weeks post-intervention. Method of measurement: 30 Second Chair Stand Test.;Pain. Timepoint: Before, immediately after, and 4 weeks post-intervention. Method of measurement: Numeric Rating Scale.;Physical Function. Timepoint: Before, immediately after, and 4 weeks post-intervention. Method of measurement: WOMAC Questionnaire.;Quality of life. Timepoint: Before, immediately after, and 4 weeks post-intervention. Method of measurement: KOOS Questionnaire. | — |
Countries
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Contacts
Public ContactFarzaneh Yazdani
Shiraz University of Medical Sciences
Outcome results
None listed