Clinical Trial

Effect of Core Stability Versus Ankle Foot Strengthening Exercise in the Management of Knee Osteoarthritis

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Record status
This record was last updated March 25, 2026 (before its estimated March 31, 2026 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is a degenerative joint disease causing pain, stiffness, and reduced quality of life. While treatments often focus on drugs or surgery, noninvasive exercises like core stabilization and ankle/foot strengthening show potential but lack comparative studies. Understanding anatomical factors like Achilles tendon (AT) thickness is crucial for targeted rehabilitation, though measurement reliability remains an issue. This study aims to compare the effects of these exercises on KOA symptoms and evaluate the use of digital calipers for AT thickness measurement, aiming to enhance clinical management of KOA.
Protocol Amendment History 2 amendments
This ClinicalTrials.gov record has been amended 2 times since 2025-01-04; most recent amendment 2026-03-22.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT06766877
Lead Sponsor Dow University of Health Sciences
Conditions Knee Osteoarthritis
Enrollment 100 participants
Start Date 2023-07-22
Primary Completion 2026-03-31 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-04-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-03-25