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Soft Knee Brace Versus Lateral Wedge in Knee Osteoarthritis
Sponsor: Cairo University
Summary
the aim of study is to investigate the efficacy of soft knee brace versus lateral wedge foot insole on pain and proprioception in knee OA
Official title: SOFT KNEE BRACE VERSUS LATERAL WEDGE FOOT INSOLE on PAIN and PROPRIOCEPTION in KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS PATIENTS.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
40 Years - 60 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2024-10-15
Completion Date
2025-02-26
Last Updated
2025-02-20
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
soft knee brace
A commercially available soft brace (orthomedics ser. number 86) plus traditional physiotherapy
lateral wedge foot insole
Wearing Lateral wedge insole 5mm for 8 weeks Standardized non-customized laterally wedged insoles were evaluated. Insoles were made of high-density ethyl vinyl acetate, were wedged approximately 5°
convential physical therapy program
Strengthening Exercises: * Quadriceps Strengthening: Exercises like straight leg raises, quadriceps sets, and seated knee extensions help strengthen the quadriceps muscle, which supports the knee joint. * Hamstring Strengthening: Hamstring curls and bridges target the hamstrings to enhance stability and support for the knee. * Hip Strengthening: Exercises such as hip abductions, adductions, and clamshells strengthen the hip muscles (each 3 sets, 10 reps). (Deyle et al ., 2005) Flexibility Exercises: * Hamstring Stretch: Gentle stretching of the hamstrings can alleviate tension around the knee. * Quadriceps Stretch: Stretches like the standing quadriceps stretch help maintain flexibility in the front of the thigh. * Calf Stretch: Stretching the calf muscles can prevent tightness (J. D. Deyle et al 2005) TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation): Helps manage pain by sending electrical impulses to the affected area.
Locations (1)
Cairo Universty
Giza, Giza Governorate, Egypt