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Laser vs Lontophoresis in KOA
Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University
Summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness of laser therapy and iontophoresis in patients with knee osteoarthritis. The study will evaluate pain reduction, functional improvement, and knee joint mobility following
Official title: Effectiveness of Laser Therapy Versus Lontophoresis in the Management of Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
45 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
66
Start Date
2026-08-01
Completion Date
2027-04-01
Last Updated
2026-06-24
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Low-Level Laser Therapy
Low-level laser therapy combined with conventional physical therapy for patients with knee osteoarthritis to reduce pain and improve functional mobility and knee joint range of motion
Iontophoresis
Iontophoresis using dexamethasone combined with conventional physical therapy for patients with knee osteoarthritis to reduce pain and improve physical function and knee joint mobility
Conventional Physical Therapy Only
Conventional physical therapy program for patients with knee osteoarthritis including therapeutic exercises, stretching, strengthening exercises, and pain relief modalities to improve knee function and mobility.