Comparison of Quadriceps Strengthening and Kinesiotaping on Gait in Knee Osteoarthritis

The aim of this research is to determine the Effects of facilitatory Kinesio-taping and concentric quadriceps strengthening on gait parameters in knee osteoarthritis. Randomized clinical trials will be done at Physio Experts Clinic, Islamabad. The sample size is 38. The subjects were divided in two groups, with 19 subjects in Group A and 19 in Group B. Study duration was of 6 months. Sampling technique applied was Non probability Convenience Sampling technique. Both males and females of aged 50-60 years with Knee OA grade 2 or 3 were included. Tools used in the study are Numeric Pain Rating Score (NPRS), dynamometer, WOMAC questionnaire and Mobile app for measuring Temporospatial gait parameters.

Inclusion Criteria:Adults of age 50- 60 yearsPresence of OA of the knee (using American College of Rheumatology criteria) for ≥6 monthsKnee pain due to tibiofemoral knee OA not from Patellofemoral OABilateral standing anterior-posterior radiograph demonstrating Kellgren and Lawrence OA grade 2 or 3Exclusion Criteria:Knee surgery within last 12 monthsLumber radiculopathyVascular claudicationAnterior knee pain due to diagnosed Patellofemoral syndrome/ chondromalaciaAdministered corticosteroid or hyaluronic injections within 3 monthsAny other MSK limitationsAny cardiovascular problems