Evaluating Anti-Gravity Treadmill Training for Improving Symptoms and Function in Adults With Meniscus Tears

What this Trial Is About

Meniscus tears are common sports-related injuries, especially in active young adults and athletes. These injuries cause symptoms like pain, swelling, tenderness, locking, and knee dysfunction. The study aims to evaluate how anti-gravity treadmill training affects symptoms and functions in patients with meniscus tears. Researchers want to see if this approach can help promote painless movement, normal knee function, and maintain muscle strength during rehabilitation. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups an Anti-Gravity Treadmill Group, a Conventional Treadmill Group, or a Control Group. All groups will follow a physiotherapy and rehabilitation program twice a week for six weeks. The Anti-Gravity Treadmill Group will walk on an anti-gravity treadmill that reduces body weight on the joints, while the Conventional Treadmill Group will walk on a standard treadmill. The Control Group will receive only the physiotherapy and rehabilitation program. Participants will be assessed at the start and after the six-week program. Evaluations include pain levels using a visual analog scale, knee function scores, dynamic stability, and a single leg-hop test. Additional assessments involve meniscal health and fear of movement. The study will monitor how these therapies impact symptoms and physical function during recovery from meniscus tears.

The Effect of Anti-Gravity Treadmill Training in Patients With Meniscus Tears