Effectiveness of Joint Distraction Versus Passive End Range Overpressure in Osteoarthritis:

Knee osteoarthritis was a common degenerative joint condition that caused pain, stiffness, reduced range of motion, and functional limitations. This study compared two manual therapy techniques: Joint Distraction and Passive Joint End-Range Overpressure. The goal was to determine which technique was more effective at reducing pain, improving knee range of motion, enhancing function, and improving quality of life in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Participants were randomly assigned to receive either Joint Distraction or Passive Joint End-Range Overpressure for 4 weeks.

Inclusion Criteria * Patients diagnosed with Grade 2 or Grade 3 Knee Osteoarthritis. * A Kellgren-Lawrence Grade (KLG) of at least 2. * Age between 40-60 years. * Knee pain for at least 6 months. * A minimum pain score of 3 on the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Exclusion Criteria * Acute inflammation. * Total Knee Replacement (TKR) surgery. * Any lumbar spine disease (disc herniation or lumbar stenosis). * Intra-articular injection. * Recent tibia or femur fracture. * Any systemic inflammatory arthritic condition or neurological condition (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis or stroke).