Effectiveness of Mobilization with Movement (MWM) Along with Usual Care for Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Introduction Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common degenerative condition that primarily affects the knee joint. Osteoarthritis is defined as the gradual degradation of the cartilage in the joints, accompanied by changes in the bone underlying the cartilage, the synovial fluid, the ligaments, and the muscles around the affected area. Common manifestations of osteoarthritis (OA) include sensations of pain, stiffness, and decreased physical movement. The estimated worldwide incidence of OA is 16.0%. The treatment known as mobilization with movement (MWM) reduces pain and restores a full range of motion in the affected joint. Methods and analysis This study will be a randomized, single-blind controlled trial. A total of fifty adult patients diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis (OA) will be recruited. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either mobilization with movement (MWM) treatment or conventional physiotherapy treatment. Outcome measures will include the Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) for assessing pain intensity, a goniometer for measuring joint range of motion, and the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) for evaluating functional status. Assessments will be conducted at baseline (pre-test) and after the intervention (post-test). Ethics and dissemination The Institutional Review Board (IRB) of Bangladesh Health Professions Institute (BHPI) has approved the study. Every participant will give their informed consent, and only authorized people will have access to the anonymised data. The results of the study will be presented at conferences and in peer-reviewed journals.