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Age: 45Years - 65Years
All Genders
ID06986694

Effects of Voodoo Flossing Technique on Pain, Range of Motion and Physical Function in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Control Study

Led by Riphah International University · Updated on 2025-07-04

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Participants Needed

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Research Sites

13 weeks

Total Duration

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What this Trial Is About

Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is a common joint disease that causes pain, stiffness, and limited movement, impacting quality of life especially in older adults. Researchers are evaluating the effects of a new technique called Voodoo Flossing on pain, knee range of motion, and physical function in people with KOA. This trial aims to provide evidence on whether adding Voodoo Flossing to conventional physiotherapy can help manage KOA symptoms. Participants aged 45 to 65 with confirmed KOA Grade II will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group will receive Voodoo Flossing combined with aerobic and strengthening exercises along with standard physiotherapy, while the other group will receive only aerobic and strengthening exercises plus conventional physiotherapy. The Voodoo Flossing involves wrapping a floss band around the knee and performing gentle movements for 1-2 minutes. Both groups will follow exercise routines including walking, cycling, and strength training over 4 weeks. During the study, participants will undergo assessments of pain using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale and the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index after 4 weeks. Additional tests include the Time Up & Go test and measurements of knee range of motion. The study will monitor changes in pain, function, and mobility to understand the potential benefits of Voodoo Flossing as part of KOA treatment. The trial is double-blinded and conducted over approximately 8 months with a planned end in December 2025.

CONDITIONS

Brief Title

Effects of Voodoo Flossing Technique in Knee Osteoarthritis Patients

Who Can Participate

Age: 45Years - 65Years
All Genders

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible

You may qualify if you...

  • Age between 45 and 65 years
  • Both male and female participants
  • Knee pain persisting for at least 3 months
  • Pain severity during walking 2 or higher on a Numeric Pain Rating Scale
  • Walking and balance problems based on the Time Up & Go test
  • Poor scores on the WOMAC scale for pain, stiffness, and physical activities
  • Knee osteoarthritis Grade II confirmed by Kellgren-Lawrence scale
  • Participants must provide informed consent to join the trial
Not Eligible

You will not qualify if you...

  • Age younger than 45 or older than 65 years
  • Severe knee pain during walking rated 9 or higher on a Numeric Pain Rating Scale
  • Knee osteoarthritis Grade I, III, or IV by Kellgren-Lawrence scale
  • Physical or mental conditions severely affecting daily life
  • Any contraindication to exercise therapy
  • Suspected chronic widespread pain in multiple joints
  • Previous or planned total knee replacement surgery
  • Knee pain caused by other diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or gout
  • Received intraarticular knee injections in the past 6 months

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Your Study Journey

Screening

Duration - 2 to 4 weeks

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.

1 visit (in-person)

Treatment

Duration - 4 weeks

Participants receive either the Voodoo Flossing Technique combined with aerobic, strengthening exercises, and conventional physiotherapy or aerobic and strength training with conventional physiotherapy for knee osteoarthritis.

2 visits per week for 4 weeks

Follow-up

Duration - 1 day

Participants are assessed for pain, physical function, and knee range of motion after completing the treatment.

1 visit (in-person) at the end of 4 weeks

Trial Site Locations

Total: 1 location

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Horizon Hospital

Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 54782

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Research Team

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Imran Amjad, Phd

How is the study designed?

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Masking

DOUBLE

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Model

PARALLEL

Primary Purpose

TREATMENT

Number of Arms

2

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