New exercise program aims to ease knee pain in seniors

NCT ID NCT07640529

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a physical therapy program designed for older adults with knee osteoarthritis. The program focuses on mobility, balance, and fall prevention, and also considers each person's mental abilities. Forty participants aged 60 and older will take part in 16 sessions over 12 months. The goal is to see if this approach improves daily function and quality of life.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Geriatric 5Ms-guided physical therapy (exercise, gait training, balance, and fall prevention)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could offer a structured, non-drug approach to help older adults with knee osteoarthritis move better and feel more confident in daily activities.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The intervention is non-invasive, but benefits may be modest and not last long-term.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis, knee

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • King Saud university

    Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia

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