Effect of Contrast application with exercises on Early OA in middle aged population

Knee joint is the most important weight bearing joint of human body and most prevalent to undergo daily wear and tear with uneven lifestyle and as normal ageing process .Physiotherapy department witnesses on an average of 20% of knee Arthritis patients on an average among total Out patient department patients.Osteoarthritis being the commonest cause of discomfort in knee joint (25).Aim of study : This study aims to design an easy and budget friendly approach as part of Preventive and curative measure of Knee Osteoarthritis which should be affordable and approachable to maximum population at ease.Methodology: Total 70 participants were shortlisted between age group of 40-60 years with acute knee pain of less than 6 months with treatment strategy including use of Contrast technique (Cold pack and hot pack) followed by series of Range of motion exercises, Knee stretching exercises and knee strengthening exercises over a period of 6 weeks under observation .WOMAC index was used to measure level of pain, stiffness and quality of movement at interval of 2 , 4 and 6 weeks.Results: Contrast techniques helped in relieving pain and stiffness while Series of guided exercises helped in gaining knee strength which resulted in improved performance and reduced complaints .Spss software was used to analyze data which gave p