Effects of the Egoscue Exercises With and Without Mwm Among Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis

Effects of the Egoscue Exercises With and Without Mwm on Pain, Range of Motion, Balance, and Quality of Life Among Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis

Knee osteoarthritis is a common degenerative joint disorder characterized by joint pain, stiffness, limited mobility, and reduced quality of life. It primarily affects the elderly population and poses a major burden on functional independence and healthcare resources. While various physiotherapy approaches have shown benefits in managing KOA symptoms, Mulligan's Mobilization with Movement is a manual therapy technique that has gained clinical attention for improving pain and joint mechanics. Similarly, Egoscue postural alignment exercises, which focus on restoring musculoskeletal balance through corrective movement patterns, have shown potential in addressing chronic pain and postural dysfunction, though evidence remains limited in knee osteoarthritis populations. This study aims to evaluate the effects of Egoscue exercises with and without MWM on pain, range of motion, balance, and quality of life in patients with knee osteoarthritis

This single-blinded randomized clinical trial will be conducted at Riphah Clinic and Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Lahore, over 10 months following ethical approval. A total of 56 participants, diagnosed with KOA based on clinical criteria, will be recruited using non probability purposive sampling and randomly assigned to two groups. Group A will receive Egoscue exercises, MWM, and conventional physiotherapy exercises, while Group B will receive Egoscue exercises and conventional physiotherapy only. Each group will undergo treatment five times per week for 3 weeks, with each session lasting 45 minutes. Pre- and post-intervention assessments will include pain (NPRS), range of motion (Goniometry), balance (Timed Up and Go Test), and quality of life (EQ-5D-5L). Data will be analyzed using SPSS to determine the comparative effectiveness of the interventions in improving functional and clinical outcomes among KOA.

Inclusion Criteria:

• • Patients aged between 40-60 years (15)

  • Both male and female genders
  • Clinical and radiographic diagnosis of knee OA (Kellgren-Lawrence Grade II osteoarthritis)

Exclusion Criteria:

• • Any fracture or other injury (18)

  • Any inflammatory disease (Rheumatoid arthritis, gout) (18)
  • Any neuropathy or neurological issue (18)
  • History of knee surgery (18)
  • Participation in other physical therapy programs within the last 3 months