The Effects of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) and Exercise on the Quadriceps in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis
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Observational Study
Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Knee
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
50 – 65
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
52 (estimated)
Sponsor
Ankara City Hospital Bilkent · Other
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In our study, we aimed to compare the effects of functional electrical stimulation (FES) and an exercise program on quadriceps muscle strength and structural characteristics, as well as their impact on gait analysis, pain severity, and quality of life, in order to determine more effective and beneficial treatment programs for patients with knee OA.
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Being between 50-65 years of age
* Having knee OA (primary) according to ACR criteria
* Having grade 2-3 knee OA according to the Kellgren-Lawrence classification
* Having the ability to adhere to exercise regimens
* Agreeing to participate in the study
Exclusion Criteria:
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Being between 50-65 years of age
* Having knee OA (primary) according to ACR criteria
* Having grade 2-3 knee OA according to the Kellgren-Lawrence classification
* Having the ability to adhere to exercise regimens
* Agreeing to participate in the study
Exclusion Criteria:
* Having a diagnosis of secondary OA
* History of major knee trauma, surgery, or intra-articular steroid/hyaluronic acid injection in the last 6 months
* Presence of active synovitis
* Presence of neurological (Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Polyneuropathy), endocrinological (diabetes mellitus), or vestibular disorders that could affect functional status, pain severity, or proprioception; or any disease that impairs these factors
* Pulmonary or cardiovascular disease that contraindicates exercise
* History of fracture and/or surgery in the lower extremity
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