Which exercise routine wins for knee pain? new study puts two therapies Head-to-Head
NCT ID NCT07593599
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This completed study tested two different physical therapy programs in 84 adults aged 40-60 with grade II knee osteoarthritis. One group received the Macquarie injury management protocol (soft tissue work plus exercises), while the other did a targeted knee exercise program. Researchers measured pain, range of motion, and daily function to see which approach worked better.
What this could mean
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Active substance
physical therapy (Macquarie injury management group protocol and targeted knee exercise program)
What this could lead to
If one approach proves better, it could point toward a more effective physical therapy routine for easing knee osteoarthritis symptoms.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with no blinding, so results may not apply broadly. Both interventions are exercises, so no major risks beyond typical muscle soreness.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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Johar pain relief center ,Lahore
Lahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan