NCT07701174 Weighted Dangling Exercises vs Vastus Medialis Oblique Muscle Neuromuscular Stimulation for Knee Osteoarthritis
| NCT ID | NCT07701174 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | University of Lahore |
| Condition | Osteoarthritis |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 48 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-05-25 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-08-25 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
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This trial targets 48 participants in total. It began in 2026-05-25 with a primary completion date of 2026-08-25.
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Brief Summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness Weighted dangling exercises versus vastus medialis oblique muscle neuromuscular electrical stimulation(VMO+NMES) in patients with knee osteoarthritis. The study will recruit 48 participants (accounting for 10% attrition), aged 40-60 years, from University of Lahore Teaching Hospital using convenience sampling. Participants will be randomly allocated into two groups: an interventional group receiving WDE and other interventional group undergoing VMO strength training with NMES. Both interventions will be administered three times per week for 8 weeks under professional supervision. Outcome measures including pain intensity (NPRS), Functional Disability (Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index),Muscle Strength (MMT) will be assessed at baseline, 4 weeks, and 8 weeks. Data will be analyzed using SPSS, with appropriate parametric or non-parametric tests applied after checking data normality. Ethical approval will be obtained, informed consent will be secured, and participant confidentiality will be strictly maintained.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Both genders and aged between 40 and 60 years. Symptoms of unilateral knee pain and crepitus persist for at least 6 months during ascending and descending motion. Radiographic KOA; grade 2 or more according to Kellgren and Lawrence scale. Patient referred by an orthopedic physician Those who have taken oral corticosteroids within the last month or who received intra-articular corticosteroid injection or analgesic injection intervention for hip or knee pain within the last 3 month Exclusion Criteria: * Recent surgery (within three months) history of hip or knee joint replacement, tibial osteotomy, orthoses with systemic arthritis, history of trauma such as knee fracture and other with muscular disease of neurological disorders that would affect lower extremity function is excluded.
Contact & Investigator
Mahnoor Fatima, MS MSK*
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
University Institute of Physical Therapy, University of Lahore
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07701174 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 40 Years or older, up to 60 Years, studying Osteoarthritis. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07701174 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07701174 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at ishaq.ahmed@uipt.uol.edu.pk for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07701174 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Lahore, Pakistan.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07701174 clinical trial?
NCT07701174 is sponsored by University of Lahore. The principal investigator is Mahnoor Fatima, MS MSK* at University Institute of Physical Therapy, University of Lahore. The trial plans to enroll 48 participants.