Retro-walking Versus Forward-walking Training Using Underwater Treadmill in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis

Launched by NOURHAN ATWA SAID · Mar 19, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying the effects of two different types of walking—backward (retro-walking) and forward—while using an underwater treadmill for people with knee osteoarthritis (OA). The goal is to see which method helps reduce pain and improve movement and function in individuals with chronic knee OA.

To participate in this study, you need to be between 40 and 60 years old, have a body mass index (BMI) between 25 and 35, and be diagnosed with mild to moderate knee OA in one knee. Unfortunately, some individuals cannot join, such as those who are pregnant or have certain medical conditions. If you participate, you can expect to engage in walking exercises in the water, which may be easier on your joints compared to walking on land. The trial is currently recruiting participants, and it offers a chance to explore new ways to manage knee pain and improve your quality of life.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. 60 patients with chronic knee OA.
• • 2. Age ranges from 40-60 years old of both genders.
• • 3. body mass index (BMI) 25- 35kg/m2.
• • 4. The degree of osteoarthritis was mild or moderate and have a Kellgren- Lawrence radiographic grade of of1-3.
• • 5. unilateral knee osteoarthritis involvement.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. hydrophobia.
• • 2. pregnancy.
• • 3. infection.
• • 4. psychiatric disorder.
• • 5. haemorrhagic diathesis.
• • 6. cardiac pacemaker.
• • 7. all Subjects with deformity of hip, knee \& ankle.
• • 8. any CNS or PNS involvement.
• • 9. recent steroidal or intraarticular injections (3 months).
• • 10. systemic inflammatory disease and bone malignancy.