Taping Versus Conventional Physiotherapy in Knee Osteoarthritis

The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of kinesio taping versus conventional physiotherapy in women with knee osteoarthritis.

Inclusion Criteria:Women diagnosed with knee Osteoarthritis who are being referred to Physiotherapy OPD of Dow University Ojha Campus.Having grade-2 Osteoarthritis (mild).)Aged between 50 to 60 years.BMI (25-29.9) -Category Overweight .In case of bilateral knee pain, the most painful side will be identified for intervention to see the outcome.Exclusion Criteria:Total knee replacement done or any other knee surgeries.Rheumatoid arthritis.Intra articular injections received within a month.Knee OA -grade1(doubtful), grade3 (moderate)and grade 4 (severe).Altered skin sensation around the knee area.Having known sensitivity to tape materials.Underlying skin disorders.Recent knee trauma or fracture.