Comparative Effectiveness of Modified Agility Training and Perturbation Training in Osteoarthritis Knee: A Randomized Controlled Trial Investigating Pain, Functionality, and Joint Stability

Abstract

Introduction: As a modified hinge joint, the knee joint maintains static and dynamic body stability. The patellofemoral and tibiofemoral joints stabilize the knee by joining the femur, tibia, patella, and fibula. Ligamentum Patella and collateral ligaments support. Primary osteoarthritis (OA) is more common in women and thins knee cartilage. Secondary OA can occur from pathology or injury. Proprioception is impaired in knee OA, affecting balance and coordination. Physiotherapy like agility and perturbation exercises improves neuromuscular control. A knee OA study compares traditional physiotherapy with modified agility and perturbation training to improve treatment and symptoms. Understanding risk factors and symptoms helps prevention and treatment.

Material and Methods: Two groups of sixty osteoarthritis (OA) patients—20 men and 40 women—were formed. In addition to standard physiotherapy, Group B got modified agility and perturbation training. Group A received traditional physiotherapy. For three weeks, interventions were provided three times a week. VAS, TUG, and WOMAC were used to assess pain and function.

Result: According to statistical analysis, both groups' pain and functional outcomes improved dramatically. However, Group B—which got modified Agility and Perturbation training—performed better than Group A. The VAS, WOMAC, and TUG mean pre- and post-session values demonstrated significant pain reductions and functional improvements.

Conclusion: This study shows that modified Agility and Perturbation training is helpful for conservative knee OA treatment. Since it significantly reduced pain and improved functional results, the intervention showed promise as a knee OA treatment. More research is needed to determine the long-term effects and widespread use of this technique in various patient populations.