NCT07204119 Comparison of GT With TF Technique in Patient With Post-Operative Knee Stiffness
| NCT ID | NCT07204119 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University |
| Condition | Post-operative Knee Stiffness |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 48 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-02-12 |
| Primary Completion | 2025-12-15 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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This trial targets 48 participants in total. It began in 2025-02-12 with a primary completion date of 2025-12-15.
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Brief Summary
The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of Graston Technique and Tissue Flossing Technique in patients with post-operative knee stiffness on pain, range of motion, and functional outcomes. A randomized controlled trial was conducted at Benazir Bhutto Hospital, Rawalpindi. The total sample size was 48, divided into three groups. The study duration was six months. Purposive sampling was applied for recruitment, and group randomization was performed by lottery method. Only patients with post-operative knee stiffness meeting the inclusion criteria were enrolled. Outcome measures included goniometer, Functional Independence Measure (FIM), and Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) questionnaires. Data was collected at baseline and after interventions, and analysis was performed using SPSS version 23.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Age group between 20 to 40 years. 2. Both male and female. 3. Patients with 6 weeks post-operative following open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of femur, tibia, or fibula shaft fracture 4. Decreased in knee Flexion \& Extension (A minimum of 20° or above). Exclusion criteria: 1. Those patients who have allergies to latex 2. Malignant or metabolic cause of knee fracture 3. Venous Thrombotic disease/ Varicose veins. 4. Cardiopulmonary illness and hypertension. 5. Skin diseases/ metabolic disorders. 6. Patient with arthroplasty and arthroscopy. 7. Patellar fracture/ ACL/ PCL/ MCL/ LCL rupture/ injuries. 8. Any pathological condition having effects on knees.
Contact & Investigator
Lal Gul Khan, MS
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Riphah International University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07204119 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 20 Years or older, up to 40 Years, studying Post-operative Knee Stiffness. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07204119 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07204119 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07204119 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Rawalpindi, Pakistan.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07204119 clinical trial?
NCT07204119 is sponsored by Riphah International University. The principal investigator is Lal Gul Khan, MS at Riphah International University. The trial plans to enroll 48 participants.