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Shock Wave Versus Traditional Physical Therapy for Adult Chronic Knee Osteoarthritis

Shock Wave Versus Traditional Physical Therapy for Adult Chronic Knee Osteoarthritis: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial

Sponsor

German International University

Enrollment

40 participants

Start Date

Mar 18, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Shock WaveTraditional Physical TherapyChronic Knee Osteoarthritis

Summary

This study aims to compare the effectiveness of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) versus structured therapeutic exercise in patients with chronic knee osteoarthritis (KOA), with respect to pain reduction and improvement of knee function.

Eligibility

Min Age: 40 Years

Inclusion Criteria4

  • Adults ≥ 40 years with clinical and radiographic diagnosis of chronic knee osteoarthritis (KOA) (Kellgren-Lawrence grade II-III).
  • Both sexes.
  • Persistent knee pain ≥ 3 months.
  • Ability to provide consent and participate in interventions.

Exclusion Criteria3

  • Prior knee surgery within last 6 months.
  • Intra-articular injections in the last 3 months.
  • Systemic inflammatory arthritis or other neurological conditions affecting gait.

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Interventions

OTHERExtracorporeal shock wave therapy

Patients will receive extracorporeal shock wave therapy.

OTHERExercise therapy program

Patients will undergo a structured exercise therapy program.

Locations(1)

German International University

Cairo, Egypt

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