Physical Therapy vs Remote Exercise for Knee Pain Due to Osteoarthritis (OA)

Digital Home Exercise Program Versus Standard of Care for Chronic OA-related Knee Pain: a Non-inferiority Randomized Controlled Trial

The purpose of this clinical study is to demonstrate that after six weeks of at home exercise, 3 times per week with SimpleTherapy, participants with clinical indications of knee OA will on average have improved outcomes noninferior than traditionally prescribed physical therapy regimens.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Adults (age ≥ 18 years)
• Living in the tristate area - CT/NY/NJ
• Symptomatic OA (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence clinical criteria for OA)
• Chronic knee pain (>3 months) as a primary pain complaint
• Average pain score ≥ 4 on an 11-point numeric rating scale at baseline
• Access to a device with internet connection
• KL Stages 1-2-3

Exclusion Criteria:

• Prior documented history of cognitive impairment;
• History of total knee arthroplasty;
• History of: Inflammatory arthritis (e.g. rheumatoid arthritis); or any neuropathies affecting the lower limbs, spinal cord injury, spine fractures, advanced heart disease, bleeding issues (i.e. hemophilia), surgery within the last 90 days; fall within 90 days; high risk of fracture;
• History of knee injury, within the last 3 months;
• Currently engaged with other PT or strengthening program;
• Present unstable/uncontrolled cardiovascular condition
• Undergoing active chemotherapy for cancer