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Decompression Versus Heat and Decompression in Knee OA

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF HAIL · May 20, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of February 19, 2025

Completed

Keywords

ClinConnect Summary

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a progressive multifactorial joint disease characterized by chronic pain and functional disability due to the degeneration of the articular cartilage. The knee joint is the most vulnerable joint in the human body and occupies four-fifths of the burden of OA worldwide. Subjects having KOA demonstrate deferent clinical and radiological characteristics such as narrowed joint space, osteophytes around the articular surface, subchondral sclerosis, pain, limited range of motion (ROM), and declined functional status.

Except for the arthroplasty for the severely arthritic kn...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Both sexes
  • age between 45 to 60 years.
  • Normal and or overweight categories of BMI 19-30 kg/m2
  • Unilateral (grade 2 and 3) knee OA according to the Kellgren-Lawrence radiological rating scale
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • lower limb deformities as genu varum, valgus, flat foot
  • leg length discrepancy
  • previous trauma and or surgery to the knee joint
  • Bone disease
  • Inability to refrain from analgesic/anti-inflammatory medications for 6 weeks

About University Of Hail

The University of Hail is a leading academic institution dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative research and clinical trials. Committed to improving patient outcomes and enhancing medical knowledge, the university fosters interdisciplinary collaboration among experts in various fields, including medicine, pharmacology, and public health. By conducting rigorous clinical trials, the University of Hail aims to translate scientific discoveries into practical solutions that address pressing health challenges, while ensuring the highest standards of ethical conduct and participant safety. With a focus on community engagement and knowledge dissemination, the university plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare in the region and beyond.

Locations

Hail, , Saudi Arabia

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Timeline

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