Effects of Sahrmann's Approach Versus Conventional Treatment Oin Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis

Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age40-60
SponsorRiphah International University

About this trial

Osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee, also referred to as degenerative joint disease, is normally due to wear and tear and progressive cartilage loss in the articular cartilage. Osteoarthritis is most prevalent condition among older adults. The objective of the study will be to compare the effects of Sahrmann's approach versus conventional treatment on pain, valgus angle and functional disability in patients with knee osteoarthritis.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Males and females between 40 to 60 years of age.

Diagnosed patients of knee Osteoarthritis with grade 2.

Valgus angle of knee > 10°.

Disqualifiers

Any other inflammatory conditions.

Rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis or any other auto immune disorder

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Sahrmann's exercises
  • standard physical therapy treatment

Treatment groups

40 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups