Pool vs. pavement: which therapy eases knee pain best?
NCT ID NCT07484529
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two types of physical therapy for knee osteoarthritis: one done in a pool and one on land. Sixty-six adults aged 40-65 with knee osteoarthritis will receive either aquatic or land-based mobilization therapy for four weeks. Researchers will measure pain, stiffness, and daily function to see which approach works better.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Mulligan mobilization with movement (aquatic and land-based)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that aquatic therapy is a better option for easing pain and improving movement in people with knee osteoarthritis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (66 participants) comparing two non-drug therapies, so results may not apply broadly. The treatments are not expected to cure the condition.
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Bahria Active
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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