joint degradation osteoarthritis
Conditions
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Age: between 63 and 85;OA group: OA reported in knee(s)
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: - BMI>35 - hip OA - uncontrolled high blood pressure - hip or knee joint replacement - Unable to walk stairs - Neurological disorders - severe cognitive and/or communicative problems, hampering to follow verbal instructions - contra-indications for electrical stimulation (unstable epilepsy, cancer, skin abnormalities, pacemaker). - other problems that would limit the ability to perform the requested tasks - control group: OA reported in hip(s) or knee(s)
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Isometric strength, voluntary activation, and fatigue resistance of the quadriceps. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Time needed for the *stair climb test*, distance covered during the *six minute walk test*, physical performance scores assessed with the Short Physical Performance Battery. Scores on the WOMAC questionnaire will be used for assessment of quality of life. | — |
Countries
Netherlands