Pressure Biofeedback vs Bolster Foam Feedback for Knee Osteoarthritis

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This randomized, single-blinded study assigns 48 adults with Grade II knee osteoarthritis to either Pressure Biofeedback training or Bolster Foam Roll training. Participants will receive supervised sessions three times weekly for eight weeks, with assessments at baseline, week 4, week 8, and week 12 to measure pain, function, and muscle activation. The trial aims to determine if the visual target provided by pressure biofeedback offers superior outcomes compared with traditional tactile feedback. Both groups will perform a standard baseline exercise program, with differences during the targeted isometric phase. The study will be conducted at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital and Mayo Hospital Lahore.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient diagnosis with Grade II knee Osteoarthritis.

Age between 45 and 65 years, encompassing the typical onset of symptomatic OA.

Both genders Male and Female are included.

Symptomatic patients meeting the following American College of Rheumatology criteria: average pain score ≥ 3 in the last week on the numerical rating scale, morning stiffness \< 30 min, and joint crepitus

Exclusion Criteria:

History of knee surgery (TKA, HTO, ACLR) or arthroscopy in the affected knee within the last 6 months.

Intra-articular corticosteroid or hyaluronic acid injections within the last 3 months.

Neurological conditions affecting lower limb motor control (e.g., Stroke, Parkinson's, Radiculopathy).

Acute infection, tumor, or fracture around the knee joint.

Severe cognitive impairment or inability to follow visual/tactile cues.

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Where it's running

• Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences
  Lahore, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Who — Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences
• Study coordinator: Sahar Fatima, Sidra Principal Investigator
• Email: sahar.fatima@ubas.edu.pk
• Phone: +923271202200

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.