Comparative Effects Of Dynamic And Static Stretching In Postmenopausal Females With Knee Osteoarthritis
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexFemale
Age50-65
SponsorRiphah International University
About this trial
As the aging population continues to grow, there is a pressing need to explore effective interventions to alleviate the symptoms of osteoarthritis, particularly in postmenopausal women who may experience unique challenges. Osteoarthritis (OA) is progressive joint disease characterized by joint inflammation and a reparative bone response and is one of the top five most disabling conditions that affects more than one-third of persons \>65 years of age, commonly affecting hands, feet, spine, hips, and knees. Among the various therapeutic modalities, stretching exercises, both dynamic and static, have gained attention for their potential to enhance joint flexibility, reduce pain, and improve functional outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
This trial does not accept healthy volunteersQualifiers
Age 50 to 65
Diagnosed patients of OA with grade 3
Multiparous (5 children)
Fertile females
Disqualifiers
BMI > 30
Early menarche ≤10 or 11 years.
Cancer i.e breast cancer ,Ovrian cancer
Any bone deformity before menopause i.e limb length discrepancy, angulation
Trial design
Design model
Parallel
Treatments tested in this trial
Dynamic stretching
Other interventionGroup A will receive 2\*10 repetitions of dynamic stretching of hamstrings and calf muscles in standing position after application of hot pack (standard size which had been stored in a hydro collator tank of 74.5-80°C for 30 minutes) with 6-8 layers of towel was applied on lower extremity for 10 minutes The subjects will be asked to stand upright with their feet parallel and facing forward with hands holding onto something. Each treatment session will last for 30 minutes. The protocol will be repeated every day for 5 days from the first day of treatment.
Static stretching
Other interventionGroup B will receive 2\*10 repetitions of static stretching of hamstrings and quads in standing position after application of hot pack (standard size which had been stored in a hydro collator tank of 74.5-80°C for 30 minutes) with 6-8 layers of towel was applied on lower extremity for 10 minutes. The subjects will be asked to stand upright with their feet parallel and facing forward with hands holding onto something. Each treatment session will last for 30 minutes. The protocol will be repeated every day for 5 days from the first day of treatment.
Treatment groups
58 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groupsGroup A: Group AExperimental treatment 1 intervention
Group B: Group BExperimental treatment 1 intervention
Trial outcomes
Primary outcomes
1
GONIOMETER
Goniometer is a device used to measure joint ranges. Goniometric measurement of ROM is an important part of clinical examination in osteoarthritis knee and can give information about available knee joint motion, guide about pattern of management, and prognosis.
Time frame
6 Weeks2
LOWER EXTREMITY FUNCTION SCALE
The LEFS scores demonstrated excellent test-retest reliability (intraclass correlation coefficients ranging between 0.85 and 0.99) and demonstrated the expected relationships with measures assessing similar constructs.
Time frame
6 Weeks3
STRENGTH MMT
MMT is the most commonly used method for documenting impairments in muscle strength. Manual muscle testing is used in rehabilitation and recovery to evaluate contractile units, including muscles and tendons, and their ability to generate forces.
Time frame
6 Weeks4
Numerical Pain Rating Scale
The Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) is a subjective measure in which individuals rate their pain on an eleven-point numerical scale. The scale is composed of 0 (no pain at all) to 10 (worst imaginable pain.
Time frame
6 WeeksSponsors and contacts
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Source ClinicalTrials.gov