NCT06741033

Comparing the Effect of Toe-in Gait Modification Along With Conventional Physiotherapy in People With Medial KO

Comparing the Effect of Toe-in Gait Modification Along With Conventional Physiotherapy in People With Medial Knee Osteoarthritis

• Status: Active Not Recruiting
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 34 (actual)
• Sponsor: Superior University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 45 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

Medial knee osteoarthritis (OA) remains a prevalent and debilitating condition, despite conventional physiotherapy interventions aimed at reducing pain and improving function. This study investigates the additional benefits of toe-in gait modification when combined with conventional physiotherapy in individuals with medial knee OA. Rooted in biomechanical theories suggesting that altering gait patterns can reduce medial knee load, this research employs a randomized controlled trial methodology.

Detailed description

Participants are divided into two groups: one receiving conventional physiotherapy alone, and the other receiving a combination of conventional physiotherapy and toe-in gait modification. Outcomes are assessed over a 8-week period, focusing on pain levels and physical function. The significance of this study lies in its potential to enhance current treatment protocols, offering a more effective, non-invasive intervention to alleviate symptoms and improve the quality of life for those suffering from medial knee OA. The findings could inform clinical practices and pave the way for personalized rehabilitation strategies that incorporate gait modifications, ultimately reducing the healthcare burden associated with knee osteoarthritis.

Conditions

• Knee Osteoarthritis

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
DIAGNOSTIC_TEST	Conventional physiotherapy	Conventional physiotherapy of medial knee osteoarthritis patients: Isometric exercises, strengthening exercises, stretching exercises and electrotherapy.
COMBINATION_PRODUCT	Toe-in gait modification	A specific alteration in walking pattern where the toes are directed inward during walking. This modification should be clearly defined, including the degree of inward rotation of the foot and how it is taught and monitored in participants. Toe-in gait modification basically includes decrease foot progression angle from baseline through internal foot rotation. Participants are instructed to increase the Toe-in angle of their study limb by 5 degree and walk at least 5-10 minutes (progressed to 15-20 min after 4 week) with this progression angle.

Timeline

• Start date: 2024-02-28
• Primary completion: 2024-08-01
• Completion: 2025-03-01
• First posted: 2024-12-18
• Last updated: 2024-12-18

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Pakistan