Musculoskeletal Diseases
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
University of Johannesburg Health Science Department
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: The participants who are to be included in the study must meet the following criteria: 45-80 years old, as this age group represents OA. Male or female. Clinical diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis based on the EULAR guideline
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Participants are to be excluded from the study if they meet any of the following exclusion criteria: Participant has a history of knee surgery. Participant in which chiropractic manipulation is contraindicated. Participant in which mobilisation techniques are contraindicated. Participant in which exercise therapy is contraindicated. Participant who has consumed or received analgesics, corticosteroid medication, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or muscle relaxants within a week of starting the trial. Participant who have received physical therapy treatment (physiotherapist, biokineticist and /or chiropractor) within the last week of starting the trial.
Design outcomes
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Possible outcomes of the study could show that the pain, stiffness and physical functioning in osteoarthritic knees improve, with each of the interventions: manipulation, mobilisation and exercise therapy. | — |
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Possible outcomes of the study could show that the joint position sense in osteoarthritic knees improve, with each of the interventions: manipulation, mobilisation and exercise therapy. | — |
Countries
South Africa
Contacts
Public ContactChris Yelverton
Head of department
Outcome results
None listed