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Gender Based Comparison of the Effects of Sensory Modulated Graded Weight Bearing Physiotherapy In Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis

Sponsor: Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University • ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07784998

Registry updated: 2026-09-16

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Description

This comparative experimental study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Sensory-Modulated Graded Weight-Bearing Physiotherapy (SMGWBP) in patients with knee osteoarthritis and compare treatment outcomes between male and female participants. Participants will receive a 6-week physiotherapy program with assessments conducted at baseline (pre-intervention), mid-intervention (3 weeks), and post-intervention (6 weeks) using validated outcome measures.

Interventions

Sensory-Modulated Graded Weight-Bearing Physiotherapy (Behavioral)
A structured six-week Sensory-Modulated Graded Weight-Bearing Physiotherapy Programme consisting of three supervised sessions per week (18 sessions total). Each session includes warm-up, sensory modulation, proprioceptive training, graded weight-bearing strengthening, functional mobility exercises, and cool-down activities. The programme progresses through three phases: Weeks 1-2 focus on sensory activation and proprioceptive training; Weeks 3-4 on graded weight-bearing strengthening; and Weeks 5-6 on functional weight-bearing integration. Exercises are progressed according to participant tolerance, pain severity, and functional performance. Both male and female groups receive the same intervention.

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion criteria * Participants are eligible for inclusion if they meet the following criteria: * Age between 40 and 60 years. * Diagnosed with Grade II or Grade III Knee Osteoarthritis according to Kellgren-Lawrence Classification. * Ability to ambulate independently without assistive devices. * Mild to moderate pain intensity with a Visual Analogue Scale score less than seven. * Ability to understand and follow instructions. * Willingness to participate and provide written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria * Participants are excluded if they meet any of the following criteria: * History of knee surgery within the previous six months. * Neurological disorders affecting balance, gait, or proprioception. * Severe cardiovascular disease limiting participation in exercise. * Rheumatoid arthritis or other inflammatory arthritic conditions. * Severe cognitive impairment. * Any medical condition that contraindicates participation in rehabilitation exercises.

Conditions

Knee Osteoarthristis

Locations

T.H.Q hospital — Gujar Khan, Punjab Province, Pakistan

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