Knee Osteoarthritis Rehab: High-Intensity Laser vs Classical Modalities
This study aims to compare the effectiveness and safety of High-Intensity Laser Therapy (HILT) with conventional physical therapy treatments in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Knee osteoarthritis is a common condition, especially in older adults, causing pain, stiffness, reduced movement, and difficulty performing d
| Condition(s) | Knee Arthritis Osteoarthritis |
|---|---|
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | NA |
| Study type | Interventional |
| Summary | This study aims to compare the effectiveness and safety of High-Intensity Laser Therapy (HILT) with conventional physical therapy treatments in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Knee osteoarthritis is a common condition, especially in older adults, causing pain, stiffness, reduced movement, and difficulty performing daily activities. Current treatments focus on reducing pain and improving joint function. In this study, 100 patients with knee osteoarthritis will be divided into two groups. One group will receive HILT combined with therapeutic exercises, while the other group will receive conventional physical therapy modalities along with the same exercises. The treatment outcomes will be evaluated over time. The main outcomes include pain reduction (measured by pain scales such as WOMAC a |
| Who can participate | Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of Knee Osteoarthritis: Patients must have a clinical and radiographic diagnosis of knee OA according to the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) criteria, including evidence of joint space narrowing, osteophyte formation, and other degenerative changes observed on X-rays or MRI. Age: Adults aged between 40 and 75 years. Willingness to Participate: Participants must provide informed consent and be willing to adhere to the study protocol, including attending all treatment sessions and follow-up assessments. Kellgren-Lawrence Grade: Patients with knee OA grades 1-3 (mild to moderate OA). Exclusion Criteria: * Contraindications to Laser Therapy: Active malignancy History of epilepsy Photosensitivity disorders Active infection in the treatment area Surgical Hi |
| Ages | 30 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Accepts healthy volunteers | Yes |
| Lead sponsor | Erbil Polytechnic University |
| Locations | Erbil, Erbil Governorate, Iraq |
| Start date | 2026-04-20 |
| NCT ID | NCT07551245 |
| Official listing | https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT07551245 |