RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07701174

Weighted Dangling Exercises vs Vastus Medialis Oblique Muscle Neuromuscular Stimulation for Knee Osteoarthritis

Effectiveness of Weighted Dangling Exercises Versus Vastus Medialis Oblique Muscle Neuromuscular Stimulation in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis

Sponsor

University of Lahore

Enrollment

48 participants

Start Date

May 25, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Osteoarthritis

Summary

This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness Weighted dangling exercises versus vastus medialis oblique muscle neuromuscular electrical stimulation(VMO+NMES) in patients with knee osteoarthritis. The study will recruit 48 participants (accounting for 10% attrition), aged 40-60 years, from University of Lahore Teaching Hospital using convenience sampling. Participants will be randomly allocated into two groups: an interventional group receiving WDE and other interventional group undergoing VMO strength training with NMES. Both interventions will be administered three times per week for 8 weeks under professional supervision. Outcome measures including pain intensity (NPRS), Functional Disability (Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index),Muscle Strength (MMT) will be assessed at baseline, 4 weeks, and 8 weeks. Data will be analyzed using SPSS, with appropriate parametric or non-parametric tests applied after checking data normality. Ethical approval will be obtained, informed consent will be secured, and participant confidentiality will be strictly maintained.

Eligibility

Min Age: 40 YearsMax Age: 60 Years

Plain Language Summary

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This clinical trial is studying a behavioral approach called Interventional group A and a behavioral approach called interventional group B for people with osteoarthritis. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 40 Years to 60 Years.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALInterventional group A

The one group will receive weighted dangling exercise. A gravity-assisted flexion-extension movements of the lower legs Ankle cuffs weight worn during the exercise while seated on a high couch with their legs hanging down

BEHAVIORALinterventional group B

This group receive neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) specifically targeting the vastus medialis oblique (VMO). The NMES parameters are as follows: electrodes were placed above the superomedial border of the patella, oriented at a 55° angle to the vertical. The stimulation frequency set at 50 Hz, with a pulse duration of 250 µs and a duty cycle of 10 seconds ON and 30 seconds OFF