Knee Stability Training for Knee Osteoarthritis (OA)
Osteoarthritis, Joint Diseases
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Osteoarthritis focused on measuring Osteoarthritis, Knee Joint, Joint Stability, Motor Control, Exercise Therapy
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Meet the 1986 American College of Rheumatology (ACR) clinical criteria for knee osteoarthritis Grade II or greater Kellgren and Lawrence radiographic changes Exclusion Criteria: History of two or more falls within the year prior to study entry Unable to walk a distance of 100 feet without an assistive device or a rest period Total knee arthroplasty Uncontrolled hypertension History of cardiovascular disease History of neurological disorders that affect lower extremity function such as stroke or peripheral neuropathy Corticosteroid injection to the quadriceps or patellar tendon in the past month, or 3 or more within the past year Quadriceps tendon rupture, patellar tendon rupture, or patellar fracture that could place them at risk of re-injury during quadriceps strength testing Pregnancy
Sites / Locations
- University of Pittsburgh, Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Experimental
Active Comparator
1
2
Traditional exercise program supplemented with knee stability training activities
Traditional exercise program