| 38862245 | O'sullivan O | 2026 | Management And Prevention Strategies For Osteoarthritis In Tactical Athletes. | O'sullivan O | BMJ MILITARY HEALTH | | 10.1136/military-2024-002719 | 172 | 4-8 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a narrative review/opinion paper discussing management and prevention strategies for OA in tactical athletes. It is not an RCT and does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 40374307 | Ram A | 2026 | Painful Exercise For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Feasibility Trial. | Ram A;Kovats A;Pandit A;Ram P;Gibbs Mt;Booth J;Thom Jm;Jones Md | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1080/09638288.2025.2504614 | 48 | 350-358 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares painful versus non-painful exercise in knee osteoarthritis, with both groups receiving the same level of supervision (twice weekly supervised sessions for 6 weeks). The comparison is about pain intensity during exercise, not supervision level. |
| 40524625 | Ho-Henriksson Cm | 2026 | "I Want To Be Physically Active As Long As I Live" Expectations And Experiences Of Direct Access To Physiotherapist In Primary Healthcare Of Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Ho-Henriksson Cm;Thorstensson Ca;Nordeman L;Zidén L | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1080/09638288.2025.2519494 | 48 | 941-950 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study exploring patient expectations and experiences with physiotherapist-led care for knee OA. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing different supervision levels of exercise. |
| 40567077 | Aksu Zb | 2026 | Effectiveness Of A Neuromuscular Exercise Program Conducted With A Physiotherapist In Individuals With Degenerative Meniscal Tears. | Aksu Zb;Genç H | JOURNAL OF BACK AND MUSCULOSKELETAL REHABILITATION | menisc | 10.1177/10538127251352977 | 39 | 154-163 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing physiotherapist-guided neuromuscular exercise (supervised) versus home exercise program (unsupervised) in patients with degenerative meniscal tears. Directly compares supervision levels in relevant population. |
| 41143827 | Zhu Sj | 2026 | Online Unsupervised Tai Chi Intervention For Knee Pain And Function In People With Knee Osteoarthritis: The Retreat Randomized Clinical Trial. | Zhu Sj;Hinman Rs;Nelligan Rk;Li P;De Silva Ap;Harrison J;Kimp Aj;Bennell Kl | JAMA INTERNAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.1001/jamainternmed.2025.5723 | 186 | 15-25 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing unsupervised online tai chi program versus control in knee OA patients. While not directly comparing supervised versus unsupervised tai chi, it evaluates an unsupervised exercise intervention and mentions that access to in-person (supervised) tai chi can be limited, suggesting relevance to the supervision question. |
| 41197664 | Song B | 2026 | Biomechanical Impact Of Meniscal Layer And Oblique Tears On Knee Joint Stability. | Song B;Wang X;Zheng W;Jiao Y;Pu Y;Li G | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE | menisc; knee | 10.1055/a-2688-7811 | 47 | 145-154 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a biomechanical finite element method study examining meniscal tears and knee joint stability. It is not an RCT and does not involve exercise interventions. |
| 41347910 | White Dk | 2026 | Effectiveness Of A Physical Therapist-Administered Physical Activity Intervention After Total Knee Replacement: A Randomized Trial. | White Dk;Jakiela J;Liles S;Master H;Voinier D;Brunette M;Copson J;Bye T;Schmitt La;Thoma Lm | PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.1093/ptj/pzaf140 | 106 | | EXCLUDE | high | RCT in post-TKR patients comparing activity tracking intervention versus control, both receiving standardized physical therapy. This does not compare different levels of exercise supervision but rather compares adding activity tracking to standard care. |
| 41485179 | Asgarimoghadam A | 2026 | Swedish Massage Versus Hip Strengthening Exercises For Pain And Function In Older Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Asgarimoghadam A;Ravari A;Mirzaei T;Kamiab Z;Abbasifard M | AGING CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL RESEARCH | hip; knee | 10.1007/s40520-025-03313-z | 38 | 42 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares Swedish massage versus hip strengthening exercises versus control in knee OA. Both active interventions appear to be home-based without clear differences in supervision level between the massage and exercise groups. |
| 41492143 | El Kayali Mkd | 2026 | Consistently High Accuracy Of Digital 2d Templating In Total Knee Arthroplasty Across Different Levels Of Surgical Training. | El Kayali Mkd;Imtiaz F;Bürck Lv;Braun S;Gwinner C;Pichler L;Berndt R | ARTHROPLASTY (LONDON, ENGLAND) | knee | 10.1186/s42836-025-00356-5 | 8 | 1 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates digital templating accuracy in total knee arthroplasty, not a comparison of exercise interventions. Does not meet inclusion criteria for RCT comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise in OA. |
| 41504515 | Mahnik S | 2026 | Electromyographic Biofeedback Or Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Added To Isometric Quadriceps Exercise Does Not Improve Pain And Functional Outcomes In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Mahnik S;Aljinović A;Mahnik A;HrabaÄ P;ŽabÄić M;Bojanić I | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION RESEARCH. INTERNATIONALE ZEITSCHRIFT FUR REHABILITATIONSFORSCHUNG. REVUE INTERNATIONALE DE RECHERCHES DE READAPTATION | knee | 10.1097/MRR.0000000000000689 | 49 | 3-10 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing isometric quadriceps exercise alone versus exercise plus EMG-biofeedback or NMES in knee OA. All groups received supervised sessions; the study does not compare different levels of supervision. |
| 41505342 | Barton Cj | 2026 | Telehealth-Delivered Group-Based Exercise Therapy And Education For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Non-Inferiority Randomised Clinical Trial Disrupted By Covid-19. | Barton Cj;Pazzinatto M;Perraton Z;Crossley Km;Russell T;Dundules K;De Oliveira Silva D;Kemp Jl | JOURNAL OF TELEMEDICINE AND TELECARE | knee | 10.1177/1357633X251406691 | | 1357633X251406691 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing telehealth versus in-person delivery of group-based exercise therapy and education (GLA:D) for knee OA. This directly compares different supervision modalities (remote vs in-person) as required by inclusion criteria. |
| 41536420 | Dahlberg Le | 2026 | Baseline Pain Medication Is Associated With Longer Duration Of High Adherence In A Three-Month Digital Treatment Program For Hip And Knee Osteoarthritis. | Dahlberg Le;Rowland Sp;Pearson Jt;Lohmander Ls;Kiadaliri A | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | hip; knee | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2025.100727 | 8 | 100727 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational cohort study examining adherence patterns in a digital OA program, not a randomized controlled trial. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 41562392 | Aslan Sn | 2026 | Comparison Of Voice Call Based And Multimodal Telerehabilitation After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Aslan Sn;Bozgeyik-Bagdatli S;Demirel M;Atilla B;Kinikli Gi | PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE | knee | 10.1080/09593985.2026.2618088 | | 1-13 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing two telerehabilitation approaches (multimodal with video calls vs voice calls only) that differ in supervision level/modality after TKA. Although post-surgical rather than primary OA, it involves exercise delivery with varying supervision intensity. |
| 41587227 | Murgier J | 2026 | Central Neuromuscular Reactivation Using Digital Mindfulness And Motor Imagery Intervention For Chronic Knee Pain In Patients With Obesity: Prospective, Single-Center Study. | Murgier J;Garet B;Murgier S;Zunzarren G | JMIR FORMATIVE RESEARCH | knee | 10.2196/82270 | 10 | E82270 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates a mindfulness and motor imagery digital intervention, not an exercise program. There is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise, which is required for inclusion. |
| 41587822 | Holden Ma | 2026 | Provision Of Knee Bracing For Knee Osteoarthritis (Prop Oa): Multicentre, Parallel Group, Superiority, Statistician Blinded, Randomised Controlled Trial. | Holden Ma;Nicholls E;Abdali Z;Birrell F;Borrelli B;Callaghan M;Dziedzic K;Felson D;Foster Ne;Halliday N;Ingram C;Jinks C;Jowett S;Peat G | BMJ (CLINICAL RESEARCH ED.) | knee | 10.1136/bmj-2025-086005 | 392 | E086005 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing knee bracing plus advice/information/exercise instruction versus advice/information/exercise instruction alone in knee OA. The comparison is about adding bracing, not about differences in exercise supervision levels between groups. |
| 41598562 | RodrÃguez-Lagos L | 2026 | Feasibility And Preliminary Effects Of Adding Percutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation To A Pain Education And Exercise Program In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | RodrÃguez-Lagos L;Arribas-Romano A;Laguarta-Val S;GarcÃa Bs;MartÃn-Vera D;Menéndez-Torre A;Fernández-Carnero J | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.3390/jcm15020624 | 15 | | EXCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing different electrical nerve stimulation modalities (PENS, TENS, sham) added to pain education and exercise in knee OA. All groups received the same exercise program with no variation in supervision level between groups. |
| 41628446 | Fjeldstad Ka | 2026 | Changing Habits With The Happy Hands App: Qualitative Focus Group Study Of A Hand Osteoarthritis Self-Management Intervention. | Fjeldstad Ka;Tveter At;Rasmussen E;Olden L;Nyheim S;Blanck T;Killingmo Rm;Kjeken I | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | hand | 10.2196/82773 | 28 | E82773 | INCLUDE | high | This qualitative study is embedded within an RCT evaluating the Happy Hands app for hand osteoarthritis self-management. The digital app represents unsupervised/self-directed exercise delivery, and the parent RCT likely compares this to standard care with different supervision levels. |
| 41629997 | Sit Rw | 2026 | Risk Assessment And Management Program (Ramp) On Knee Osteoarthritis In Primary Care-A One-Year Pragmatic Randomized Controlled Trial. | Sit Rw;Yip Bh;Choi Sy;Wong Mc;Law Sw;Lam Cy;Hunter D;Wong Sy | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-026-09469-x | | | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT comparing a comprehensive chronic care model (RAMP-Knee OA) versus usual care in knee OA patients. The intervention likely includes supervised components versus less structured usual care, though supervision details are not fully specified in the abstract, warranting inclusion per sensitivity rules. |
| 41631972 | Shetty S | 2026 | Comparison Of Postural Stability And Romberg Quotient Before And After Total Knee Arthroplasty In Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Shetty S;Maiya Ga;Rao Kg M;Vijayan S;Jaya Ss;George Bm | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1080/09638288.2026.2623817 | | 1-16 | EXCLUDE | high | This is not an RCT comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise. It is a prospective longitudinal study comparing postural stability in knee OA patients before and after total knee arthroplasty versus healthy controls, with no exercise intervention comparison. |
| 41638751 | Shah A | 2026 | Recombinant Human Growth Hormone (Rhgh) For Muscle Enhancement In Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Pilot, Randomised Placebo-Controlled Trial. | Shah A;Ravi B;Tomescu S;Catapano M;Burkhart Ta;Whyne C;Kiss A;Marks P;Wasserstein Dn | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2025-106999 | 16 | E106999 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT protocol compares recombinant human growth hormone vs placebo (both combined with physical therapy) in knee OA patients. The comparison is pharmacological intervention, not different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 41670886 | Sun H | 2026 | Radiomics-Based Nomogram Using Digital Radiography For Early Diagnosis Of Knee Osteoarthritis. | Sun H;Long C;Ma Y;Xing T;Dong S;Guo S;Cui Y;Jiang Q;Liu S;Xiao Y | LA RADIOLOGIA MEDICA | knee | 10.1007/s11547-026-02189-x | | | EXCLUDE | high | This is a diagnostic study developing a radiomics-based model for early KOA detection using digital radiography. It is not an RCT comparing exercise interventions. |
| 41697166 | Venturini Pj | 2026 | Tailored Circuit Training And An Educational Programme Reduce Pain Sensitivity In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Feasibility Study. | Venturini Pj;Da Silva Mg;Casonato Na;Sette Fe;Lluch E;Mattiello Sm | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/02692155261418936 | | 2692155261418936 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares tailored circuit training plus education vs education alone in knee OA patients. The comparison is exercise vs no exercise, not different levels of supervision of the same exercise intervention. |
| 41699686 | Lima-Lopes C | 2026 | Group-Based Versus Individual-Based Circuit Training In Elderly Women With Knee Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol For A Non-Inferiority Randomized Controlled Trial. | Lima-Lopes C;Lopes Avsl;Azevedo Rc;Trombini-Souza F;Da Silva Tfa | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-025-09161-6 | 27 | 157 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT protocol comparing group-based vs individual-based circuit training in elderly women with knee OA. Both are supervised by a physical therapist, representing different supervision delivery modes that differ in format and likely supervision intensity. |
| 41713758 | Jafarzadeh V | 2026 | What We Read Matters: Exploring Emotional And Cognitive Responses Of Pain Science Education And Biomedical Education In Older Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Jafarzadeh V;Braithwaite Fa;Stanton Tr;Daniel E;Macedo L;Pearson N;Head M;Carlesso Lc | THE JOURNAL OF PAIN | knee | 10.1016/j.jpain.2026.106229 | 42 | 106229 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two types of educational content (pain science education vs biomedical education) in people with knee OA, not supervised vs non-supervised exercise. No exercise intervention is described. |
| 38374585 | Truong Lk | 2025 | Social Support And Therapeutic Relationships Intertwine To Influence Exercise Behavior In People With Sport-Related Knee Injuries. | Truong Lk;Mosewich Ad;Miciak M;Losciale Jm;Li Lc;Whittaker Jl | PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE | hip; knee | 10.1080/09593985.2024.2315520 | 41 | 139-152 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study using interviews to explore social support and therapeutic relationships in the SOAR trial. It does not report quantitative RCT outcomes comparing supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 38736252 | Kaur M | 2025 | How Does Physical And Psychological Recovery Vary Among Competitive And Recreational Athletes After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction? | Kaur M;Chmielewski Tl;Saliba S;Hart J | SPORTS HEALTH | | 10.1177/19417381241249413 | 17 | 272-280 | EXCLUDE | high | Population is ACLR surgery patients, not osteoarthritis patients. This is a cross-sectional study comparing competitive versus recreational athletes after surgery, not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise supervision levels. |
| 39054169 | Jin L | 2025 | Effect Of Individualized Comprehensive Physiotherapy Versus Hyaluronic Acid Therapy In Older Patients With Temporomandibular Joint Osteoarthritis. | Jin L;Yao Y;Yang Y;Liu S | THE JOURNAL OF PROSTHETIC DENTISTRY | | 10.1016/j.prosdent.2024.06.016 | 133 | 1512.E1-1512.E8 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT in older patients with TMJ-OA compares individualized comprehensive physiotherapy versus hyaluronic acid injection therapy. It is not comparing different supervision levels of exercise but rather comparing physiotherapy to a pharmacological intervention. |
| 39189134 | Schmidt S | 2025 | Combining A Digital Health Application With Standard Care Significantly Enhances Rehabilitation Outcomes For Acl Surgery Patients. | Schmidt S;Krahl D;Podszun J;Knecht S;Zimmerer A;Sobau C;Ellermann A;Ruhl A | KNEE SURGERY, SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY, ARTHROSCOPY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ESSKA | | 10.1002/ksa.12430 | 33 | 1241-1251 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares app-assisted therapy plus standard care versus standard care alone in ACL surgery patients, not osteoarthritis. The population does not meet inclusion criteria as OA is not the primary condition being studied. |
| 39297536 | Song Y | 2025 | Analysis Of Rehabilitation Effect Of Electroacupuncture For Patients After Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Song Y;Du X;Che X;Li M;Zhang R;Wang D;Shi Q | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1080/09638288.2024.2402506 | 47 | 2790-2798 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates electroacupuncture versus sham electroacupuncture (both combined with traditional rehabilitation) after total knee arthroplasty. It is not a study comparing supervision levels of exercise in OA patients, and the population is post-surgical rather than OA management. |
| 39331052 | Garg N | 2025 | Effect Of Knee Strengthening Exercises And Lifestyle Modifications Through Mobile Phone Support In People Suffering From Knee Osteoarthritis. | Garg N;Gupta N;Khatri K;Kanwal A;Hussain Z;Sachdeva J | AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1097/PHM.0000000000002624 | 104 | 422-429 | INCLUDE | moderate | This prospective comparative cohort study evaluates mobile phone-based support versus standard instructions for knee exercises in osteoarthritis. While described as 'cohort,' it involves allocation to groups comparing different levels of adherence support, which may represent differential supervision and warrants full-text review to clarify randomization and supervision differences. |
| 39368547 | Herger S | 2025 | Effect Of Older Age And/Or Acl Injury On The Dose-Response Relationship Between Ambulatory Load Magnitude And Immediate Load-Induced Change In Serum Cartilage Oligomeric Matrix Protein. | Herger S;Nüesch C;Liphardt Am;Egloff C;Mündermann A | JOURNAL OF SPORT AND HEALTH SCIENCE | hip | 10.1016/j.jshs.2024.100993 | 14 | 100993 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a laboratory study examining serum biomarker responses to walking stress in people with and without ACL injury. It is not an RCT comparing supervised versus unsupervised exercise interventions. |
| 39374044 | Süzer A | 2025 | Effects Of Telerehabilitation-Implemented Core Stability Exercises On Patient-Reported And Performance-Based Outcomes In Total Knee Arthroplasty Patients: Randomised Controlled Trial. | Süzer A;Büker N;Güngör Hr;Ök N;Şavkin R | PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE | knee | 10.1080/09593985.2024.2411312 | 41 | 1213-1227 | EXCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing two types of exercises (standard vs standard+core stability) both delivered via telerehabilitation in TKA patients. No difference in supervision level between groups; both receive same remote delivery method. |
| 39437549 | Zhao R | 2025 | Letter To The Editor: Does The Combination Of Platelet-Rich Plasma And Supervised Exercise Yield Better Pain Relief And Enhanced Function In Knee Osteoarthritis? A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Zhao R;Sun W;You H | CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND RELATED RESEARCH | knee | 10.1097/CORR.0000000000003280 | 483 | 174-175 | INCLUDE | moderate | Letter to the editor regarding an RCT comparing platelet-rich plasma combined with supervised exercise for knee osteoarthritis. The referenced trial may compare supervised exercise to another intervention, requiring full-text review to confirm if supervision level differs between arms. |
| 39544957 | Bonhof-Jansen Ee | 2025 | Trapeziometacarpal Total Joint Arthroplasty, With Or Without Supervised Hand Rehabilitation: A Quasi-Experimental Trial. | Bonhof-Jansen Ee;Brink Sm;De Jong Tr;Van Uchelen Jh;Bakker Ew | HAND THERAPY | hand | 10.1177/17589983241287084 | 30 | 34-45 | INCLUDE | high | Quasi-experimental trial comparing supervised hand rehabilitation versus education alone (unsupervised) after trapeziometacarpal joint arthroplasty for osteoarthritis. Although not strictly randomized, it compares supervised versus non-supervised exercise in OA patients, meeting core inclusion criteria under sensitivity rules. |
| 39589361 | Karaborklu Argut S | 2025 | Reply To The Letter To The Editor: Does The Combination Of Platelet-Rich Plasma And Supervised Exercise Yield Better Pain Relief And Enhanced Function In Knee Osteoarthritis? A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Karaborklu Argut S;Celik D | CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND RELATED RESEARCH | knee | 10.1097/CORR.0000000000003332 | 483 | 176-177 | EXCLUDE | high | Letter to the editor with no abstract. Not an original research study. |
| 39617203 | Drummen Sjj | 2025 | Early-Stage Vs Established Knee Osteoarthritis: A Comparative Observational Study On Prevalence And Changes In Pain, Function And Quality Of Life After Supervised Exercise And Education Among 10,365 Patients. | Drummen Sjj;Runhaar J;Bierma-Zeinstra Sm;Aitken D;Jones G;Otahal P;Grønne Dt;Roos Em;Skou St | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2024.11.007 | 33 | 364-372 | EXCLUDE | high | Observational study comparing outcomes between different KOA severity groups within a single supervised exercise and education program (GLA:D). Not a randomized controlled trial and does not compare different supervision levels. |
| 39642317 | Kizkin Zy | 2025 | The Effect Of Graded Motor Imagery On Pain And Function In Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Comparative Randomized Controlled Trial. | Kizkin Zy;OÄŸuz S;Ak S | AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1097/PHM.0000000000002663 | 104 | 534-543 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares graded motor imagery versus TENS as adjuvants to home-based and functional exercises in knee OA patients. Both groups receive the same exercise program without differing supervision levels. |
| 39679978 | Lorbeer N | 2025 | Volitional Processes In Changing Physical Activity: A Randomized Controlled Trial With Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Lorbeer N;Schwarzer R;Keller J;Di Maio S;Domke A;Armbrecht G;Börst H;Martus P;Ertel W;Luszczynska A;Knoll N | HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE DIVISION OF HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY, AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION | knee | 10.1037/hea0001453 | 44 | 597-607 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT tests a psychological intervention (HAPA-based adherence program) versus active control in people with knee OA. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 39789623 | Östlind E | 2025 | Effects Of Self-Monitoring Physical Activity With Wearable Activity Trackers On Perceived Joint Function And Health-Related Quality Of Life In People With Hip And Knee Osteoarthritis: A Secondary Analysis Of A Cluster-Randomised Clinical Trial. | Östlind E;Eek F;Stigmar K;Ekvall Hansson E | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip; knee | 10.1186/s12891-024-08238-8 | 26 | 33 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing self-monitoring with wearable activity tracker versus standard program in hip/knee OA patients. Both groups received the same SOASP program; the intervention only added a monitoring device, not a difference in exercise supervision level. |
| 39797350 | Terradas-Monllor M | 2025 | Preoperative Home-Based Multimodal Physiotherapy In Patients Scheduled For A Knee Arthroplasty Who Catastrophize About Their Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Terradas-Monllor M;Beltran-Alacreu H;Ochandorena-Acha M;Garcia-Oltra E;Aliaga-Orduña F;Hernández-Hermoso J | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.3390/jcm14010268 | 14 | | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT in OA patients scheduled for TKA comparing preoperative interventions that differ in 'number of sessions and degree of supervision.' This explicitly mentions supervision as a varying factor between groups, meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 39805211 | Allworth I | 2025 | Exploring Participant Satisfaction With An Ehealth Intervention For Low Back Pain And Knee Osteoarthritis: Enhancing Physiotherapy Access In Rural Australia. | Allworth I;Luscombe G;Ferreira P;Mesa-Castrillon C | MUSCULOSKELETAL SCIENCE & PRACTICE | knee | 10.1016/j.msksp.2024.103252 | 76 | 103252 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing eHealth physiotherapy intervention versus usual care in patients with knee osteoarthritis. This represents a comparison between remote/digital supervision and traditional in-person care, meeting inclusion criteria for supervision level differences. |
| 39819907 | Hutton Jm | 2025 | Effectiveness Of A Physiotherapist-Led Triage And Treatment Service On Waiting Time For Adults With Musculoskeletal Pain Referred To Australian Public Hospital Physiotherapy Clinics: A Protocol For The Wait-Less Trial. | Hutton Jm;Gamble Ar;Maher Cg;De Campos Tf;Han Cs;Coombs D;Halliday M;Harvey La;Foster Ne;Machado G;Anderson D;Billot L;Richards B;Swain M;Mckay M;Needs C;Chu J;Shaw T;Lung T;Harris Ia;Zadro Jr | BMJ OPEN | | 10.1136/bmjopen-2024-091293 | 15 | E091293 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This RCT protocol compares a physiotherapist-led triage service (with varied care pathways including telehealth or clinic-based treatment) versus usual clinic-based care for musculoskeletal pain. While it includes OA patients, the primary comparison is triage models, not supervision levels of exercise delivery. |
| 39820549 | Tveter At | 2025 | Evaluation Of An E-Self-Management Intervention (Happy Hands App) For Hand Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol For A Multicentre Randomised Controlled Trial. | Tveter At;Fjeldstad Ka;Varsi C;Maarnes Mk;Pedersen Sj;Christensen Bs;Blanck T;Nyheim Sb;Prior Y;Björk M;Pelle T;Kjeken I | RHEUMATOLOGY INTERNATIONAL | hand | 10.1007/s00296-025-05787-6 | 45 | 30 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT protocol evaluates a smartphone app-based e-self-management intervention (Happy Hands) versus usual care for hand OA. There is no comparison between supervised and non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 39826881 | Kline Pw | 2025 | Functional Capacity At Rehabilitation Discharge Predicts Physical Activity Characteristics 24 Weeks Later For People With Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Secondary Analysis Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Kline Pw;Hanlon Sl;Richardson Vl;Hoffman Rm;Melanson El;Juarez-Colunga E;Stevens-Lapsley Je;Christiansen Cl | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2025.01.416 | 106 | 845-852 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis of an RCT examining predictors of physical activity after total knee arthroplasty. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs; the comparison is between a telehealth behavior change intervention and control. |
| 39828221 | Chen Sc | 2025 | Acceptability Of Self-Administered Acupressure For Knee Osteoarthritis In Middle-Aged And Older Adults: A Mixed-Method Secondary Analysis. | Chen Sc;Leung Nn;Cheng Hl;Wu Mr;Cheung Ds;Ruan Jy;Qin J;Ren G;Yeung Wf | COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES IN MEDICINE | knee | 10.1016/j.ctim.2025.103130 | 89 | 103130 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a mixed-methods acceptability study of self-administered acupressure for knee OA. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise and acupressure is not an exercise intervention. |
| 39832974 | Pelletier-Visa M | 2025 | Effectiveness Of The Arthe-E App For Exercise Adherence In People With Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Pelletier-Visa M;Dobija L;Bonhomme A;Lanhers C;Pereira B;Coudeyre E | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2024-088860 | 15 | E088860 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares a smartphone app-based exercise intervention (ARTH-e) versus standard care advice in knee OA patients. Both groups appear to be unsupervised/self-directed exercise programs; there is no comparison between supervised and non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 39860619 | Park Hs | 2025 | Impact Of Resistance Exercise And Nitrate Supplementation On Muscle Function And Clinical Outcomes After Knee Osteoarthritis Surgery In Middle-Aged Women With Sarcopenia: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial. | Park Hs;Yoon Jh;Oh Jk | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.3390/jcm14020615 | 14 | | INCLUDE | low | This is an RCT comparing resistance exercise plus nitrate supplementation versus resistance exercise plus placebo in patients with knee OA. Both groups received supervised RE for 12 weeks, so there is no clear difference in supervision level between arms, but inclusion is warranted given ambiguity about whether supervision protocols differed and the instruction to include when in doubt. |
| 39874226 | Castagno S | 2025 | Predicting Rapid Progression In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Novel And Interpretable Automated Machine Learning Approach, With Specific Focus On Young Patients And Early Disease. | Castagno S;Birch M;Van Der Schaar M;Mccaskie A | ANNALS OF THE RHEUMATIC DISEASES | knee | 10.1136/ard-2024-225872 | 84 | 124-135 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a machine learning prediction model development study, not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. It focuses on predicting OA progression rather than testing treatment comparisons. |
| 39881830 | Bax Tf | 2025 | Physical Functioning Before Knee Arthroplasty Is Not Associated With (Standardized) Preoperative Physiotherapy, But Is Tied To Physical Functioning 1-Year Post-Surgery: A Prospective Cohort Study. | Bax Tf;Hofstee Dj;Keijser Lcm;Benner Jl | JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS | knee | 10.1016/j.jor.2024.12.024 | 66 | 127-134 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational prospective cohort study, not a randomized controlled trial. The study examines associations between preoperative physiotherapy standardization and outcomes but does not involve randomization. |
| 39919906 | Jacobs E | 2025 | Vascular Occlusion For Optimising The Functional Improvement In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Jacobs E;Stroobant L;Victor J;Elewaut D;Tampere T;Wallaert S;Witvrouw E;Schuermans J;Wezenbeek E | ANNALS OF THE RHEUMATIC DISEASES | knee | 10.1136/ard-2024-226579 | 84 | 341-350 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing blood flow restriction exercise versus traditional exercise in knee OA over 24 supervised sessions. Both groups received the same level of supervision (24 sessions over 12 weeks), differing only in use of BFR technique. |
| 39920067 | Paterson Kl | 2025 | Shoes For Adolescent Patellofemoral Pain: Study Protocol For The Shape Australian Community-Based, Randomised Clinical Trial. | Paterson Kl;Shearer S;Bennell Kl;Bryant A;Li P;De Silva Ap;Lamb Ke;Manski-Nankervis Ja;Hinman Rs | BMJ OPEN | | 10.1136/bmjopen-2024-091393 | 15 | E091393 | EXCLUDE | high | Protocol for RCT comparing minimalist shoes versus motion control shoes in adolescents with patellofemoral pain. Not an osteoarthritis population and not comparing exercise supervision levels. |
| 39922217 | Hall M | 2025 | Addition Of Aerobic Physical Activity To Resistance Exercise For Hip Osteoarthritis (Phoenix): A Randomised Comparative Effectiveness Trial. | Hall M;Allison K;Knox G;Mcmanus F;Hinman Rs;Bennell Kl;Spiers L;De Silva Ap;Klyne Dm;Plinsinga Ml;Costa Rjs;Murphy Nj;Wu W;Dobson Fl | THE LANCET. RHEUMATOLOGY | hip | 10.1016/S2665-9913(24)00373-4 | 7 | E343-E354 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT in hip OA comparing aerobic+resistance exercise versus resistance-only exercise. Both groups received the same level of supervision (home program with 9 physiotherapist consultations), so no difference in supervision level between arms. |
| 39923311 | Allison K | 2025 | The Experiences Of Physical Therapists Delivering A Very Low Energy Diet And Exercise Intervention For Weight Loss In People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Qualitative Study. | Allison K;Nelligan Rk;Lawford B;Jones Se;Hinman Rs;Pardo J;Quicke Jg;Sumithran P;Prendergast J;George Es;Holden Ma;Foster Ne;Bennell Kl | BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.1016/j.bjpt.2025.101172 | 29 | 101172 | EXCLUDE | high | Qualitative study exploring physical therapist experiences, not a randomized controlled trial comparing different exercise supervision levels. Study design does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 39931640 | Gholami Z | 2025 | Investigation Of The Effects Of Combined Exercises And Self-Management Education, With And Without Functional Exercises, On Pain And Functional Outcomes In Patients With Avascular Necrosis Of The Femoral Head: A Protocol For A Single-Blind, Randomised Controlled Trial With A Parallel Design And A 4 Month Follow-Up. | Gholami Z;Faezi St;Mimar R;Madreseh E | BMJ OPEN SPORT & EXERCISE MEDICINE | | 10.1136/bmjsem-2024-002422 | 11 | E002422 | EXCLUDE | high | Study examines avascular necrosis of the femoral head, not osteoarthritis. Population does not meet inclusion criteria as AVNFH is a distinct condition from OA. |
| 39945920 | Laotammateep C | 2025 | Efficacy Of High Intensity Laser Therapy Versus Sham Laser In Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial. | Laotammateep C;Champaiboon J;Surarangsit T;Likhitphithak W;Boonhong J | LASERS IN MEDICAL SCIENCE | knee | 10.1007/s10103-025-04352-8 | 40 | 87 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares High-Intensity Laser Therapy versus sham laser in knee OA patients. Both groups received the same supervised home exercise program; the intervention is laser therapy, not exercise supervision differences. |
| 39950118 | Wang C | 2025 | Hydrogen-Oxygen Mixture Inhalation As An Adjunctive Treatment To Home-Based Exercise In Older Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: An Open-Label, Blinded-Endpoint, Randomized Controlled Trial. | Wang C;Yan M;Li Y;Han L;Wang H;Jia S;Liu X;Liu Y;Wu F;Wang B | FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY | knee | 10.3389/fphar.2025.1505922 | 16 | 1505922 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares hydrogen-oxygen inhalation plus home-based exercise versus home-based exercise alone in elderly KOA patients. Both groups received the same home-based exercise program; the intervention is inhalation therapy, not differing levels of exercise supervision. |
| 39968101 | Dennis Pa | 2025 | Exploration Of Heterogeneity Of Treatment Effects Across Exercise-Based Interventions For Knee Osteoarthritis. | Dennis Pa;Anderson L;Coffman Cj;Webb S;Allen Kd | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | knee | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2025.100571 | 7 | 100571 | INCLUDE | moderate | This study evaluated three exercise-based interventions (group-based PT, individual PT, and Stepped Exercise Program) in knee OA patients. These delivery modes likely differ in supervision level, with individual PT and group PT representing different supervision approaches, warranting inclusion. |
| 39970818 | Chéret Epbm | 2025 | Minimal Important Change In The Hip Disability And Osteoarthritis Outcome Score And The European Quality Of Life 5 Dimensions In Adults With Hip Osteoarthritis After 12 Weeks Of Exercise. | Chéret Epbm;Mechlenburg I;Skou St;Dalgas U;Stisen Mg;Kjeldsen T | MUSCULOSKELETAL SCIENCE & PRACTICE | hip | 10.1016/j.msksp.2025.103274 | 76 | 103274 | INCLUDE | low | This is a secondary analysis from an RCT comparing two different exercise interventions in hip OA patients. The abstract does not specify supervision differences, but mentions 'supervised group-based exercise' and randomization to 'two different exercise interventions,' which may differ in supervision level requiring full text review. |
| 39973275 | Markopoulos N | 2025 | Effect Of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation And Focal Vibration In Older Adults With Osteoarthritis After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Clinical Trial Study. | Markopoulos N;Apostolou T;Kallistratos I;Lytras D;Iakovidis P | JOURNAL OF BACK AND MUSCULOSKELETAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/10538127241304932 | 38 | 550-566 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares PNF exercises with and without focal vibration versus a home-based exercise control, but the primary comparison is the addition of vibration therapy rather than differences in supervision level. The control group receives instructions for home exercise but this is not an active supervised exercise comparison. |
| 39979944 | Alsiri N | 2025 | Emmatka Trial: The Effects Of Mobilization With Movement Following Total Knee Arthroplasty In Women: A Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial. | Alsiri N;Alshatti Sa;Al-Saffar M;Bhatia Rs;Fairouz F;Palmer S | JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND RESEARCH | knee | 10.1186/s13018-025-05568-8 | 20 | 181 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates mobilization with movement (MWM) plus standard rehabilitation versus standard rehabilitation alone following total knee arthroplasty in women. The population is post-surgical TKA patients, not people with osteoarthritis as the primary condition, and the comparison is not about supervision levels. |
| 39982001 | Liu W | 2025 | Nutrition Supplementation Combined With Exercise Versus Exercise Alone In Treating Knee Osteoarthritis: A Double-Blinded, Randomised, Placebo-Controlled Trial. | Liu W;Yu Y;Zhang Z;Li Z;Wu Y;Xie L;Xu Z;Chang C | AGE AND AGEING | knee | 10.1093/ageing/afaf010 | 54 | | INCLUDE | high | This RCT in knee OA compares nutrition supplementation plus supervised exercise versus placebo plus exercise. Both groups received supervised exercise (not a supervision comparison), but the term 'supervised exercise' is explicitly mentioned, warranting inclusion for full-text review to confirm exercise delivery details. |
| 39993289 | Evans K | 2025 | Development And Implementation Of Mypainhub, A Web-Based Resource For People With Musculoskeletal Conditions And Their Health Care Professionals: Mixed Methods Study. | Evans K;Ko J;Ceprnja D;Maka K;Beales D;Sterling M;Bennell Kl;Jull G;Hodges Pw;Mckay Mj;Rebbeck Tj | JMIR FORMATIVE RESEARCH | | 10.2196/63780 | 9 | E63780 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a mixed methods study describing the development and implementation of a web-based resource (MyPainHub) for musculoskeletal conditions. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 40028467 | O'leary H | 2025 | Knowledge Translation And Exercise For Degenerative Meniscal Pathology And Early Osteoarthritis  (Knee-Deep): Protocol For A Single Arm Feasibility Study. | O'leary H;Toomey C;Ryan Lg;Robinson K;Glynn L;French Hp;Mccreesh K | HRB OPEN RESEARCH | menisc; knee | 10.12688/hrbopenres.14049.1 | 8 | 14 | EXCLUDE | high | Single arm non-randomized feasibility study (not an RCT). All patients receive the same intervention pathway with no comparison group. |
| 40042971 | Okpara C | 2025 | Getting Fit For Hip And Knee Replacement: The Fit-Joints Multimodal Intervention For Frail Patients With Osteoarthritis - A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Okpara C;Negm A;Adachi Jd;Armstrong D;Atkinson S;Avram V;De Beer J;Hladysh G;Ioannidis G;Kennedy C;Hewston P;Lau A;Lee J;Richardson J;Marr S;Panju A;Petruccelli D;Thabane L;Winemaker M;Papaioannou A | THE JOURNAL OF FRAILTY & AGING | hip; knee | 10.1016/j.tjfa.2025.100028 | 14 | 100028 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT in older adults with frailty and OA awaiting joint replacement. While the abstract does not explicitly detail the control group intervention, this is a multimodal prehabilitation program that likely involves supervised vs usual care or different levels of supervision, warranting inclusion for full-text review. |
| 40044206 | Lin Q | 2025 | The Impact Of Blood Flow Restriction Training Combined With Low-Load Resistance Training On The Risk Of Falls In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis In China: A Single-Centre, Two-Arm, Single-Blind, Parallel Randomised Controlled Trial Protocol. | Lin Q;Yu D;Lu T;Zhang Y;Chen X;Qin J;Wu F | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2024-092689 | 15 | E092689 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT protocol in knee OA patients, but compares blood flow restriction training combined with low-load resistance training vs low-load resistance training alone. Both groups appear to receive supervised training; no supervised vs unsupervised comparison. |
| 40059198 | Choi Ky | 2025 | Improving Pain, Function And Quality Of Life In End-Stage Knee Osteoarthritis: A Patient-Preference Cohort Study On Whole-Body Vibration And Exercise As Bridging Therapies For Total Knee Replacement. | Choi Ky;Chau Ww;Li Lm;Ng Sy;Lo Bp;Ong Mt;Yung Ps | ARTHROPLASTY (LONDON, ENGLAND) | knee | 10.1186/s42836-025-00301-6 | 7 | 16 | EXCLUDE | high | Non-randomized prospective cohort study with patient-preference allocation (not an RCT). Both intervention groups receive supervised exercise; no comparison of supervised vs unsupervised exercise. |
| 40082881 | Çakar B | 2025 | Positive Impact Of Patient Participation In Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Surgery On Clinical And Functional Outcomes, Rehabilitation And Patient Satisfaction. | Çakar B;Uzun E;Xiaokaiti W;Canbaz Sb;Güney A | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.1186/s12891-025-08480-8 | 26 | 252 | EXCLUDE | high | Study focuses on ACL reconstruction surgery, not osteoarthritis. The intervention is patient participation during surgery (viewing arthroscopy screen), not comparing supervised vs unsupervised exercise. |
| 40092708 | Punjani A | 2025 | Deep Front Line Myofascial Release Versus Novel Soft Tissue Kinetic Chain Activation Technique (K-Cat) On Pain, Radiological Patellar Position And Dynamic Knee Valgus In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Punjani A;Kage V;Patil A;Gurudut P;Welling A | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE & BODYWORK | knee | 10.3822/ijtmb.v18i1.1101 | 18 | 5-19 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two myofascial release techniques (DFL vs K-CAT) plus conventional therapy in knee OA. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision but rather different manual therapy techniques. |
| 40093697 | Hwang Uj | 2025 | Machine Learning For Clustering And Classification Of Early Knee Osteoarthritis Using Single-Leg Standing Kinematics. | Hwang Uj;Chung Ks;Ha Sm | DIGITAL HEALTH | knee | 10.1177/20552076251326226 | 11 | 20552076251326226 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a machine learning study focused on classification and prediction of early knee OA using kinematic analysis. It is not an RCT and does not compare exercise interventions. |
| 40115196 | Thornton J | 2025 | Novel Uses Of Healthcare Technology For Individuals With Mild To Moderate Hip Or Knee Osteoarthritis: The Technology, Exercise And Activity Prescription For Enhanced Mobility (Team) Study Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol. | Thornton J;Barton Ki;Churchill L;Schulz Jm;Bryant D;Ambrose A;Hart Hf;Stephenson D;Zou G;Correa S;Macdonald Sj;Degen R;Zwarenstein M;Getgood A | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | hip; knee | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2025.100586 | 7 | 100586 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT protocol compares different intervention arms including an online educational platform with exercise programming and optional telerehabilitation versus usual care in hip/knee OA. The optional telerehabilitation component suggests potential supervision differences that warrant inclusion for full-text review. |
| 40138680 | Mbada Ce | 2025 | Effect Of Clinic-Based And Asynchronous Video-Based Exercise On Clinic And Psychosocial Outcomes In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Quasi-Experimental Study. | Mbada Ce;Awosika Ha;Sonuga Oa;Akande M;Gebrye T;Woolf R;Fatoye F | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | knee | 10.2196/58393 | 27 | E58393 | INCLUDE | high | This study compares clinic-based strengthening exercise (supervised) versus asynchronous video-based exercise (unsupervised/self-directed) in knee OA patients. Although described as quasi-experimental, it directly compares supervision levels which meets inclusion criteria and warrants full-text review. |
| 40139141 | Ram A | 2025 | The Influence Of Education On Pain During And Following Acute Exercise In People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Ram A;Kovats A;Ser Foong Ho D;Cooke L;Ram Gp;Gibbs Mt;Booth J;Thom Jm;Jones Md | MUSCULOSKELETAL SCIENCE & PRACTICE | knee | 10.1016/j.msksp.2025.103314 | 77 | 103314 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two types of education (EIH education vs general OA education) before home-based exercise, not different levels of exercise supervision. Both groups performed the same unsupervised home exercise. |
| 40139475 | Marsh Jd | 2025 | Cost Analysis Of Direct Anterior Versus Direct Lateral Approach For Outpatient Total Hip Arthroplasty: Does Surgical Approach Impact Cost? | Marsh Jd;Zomar Bo;Tannous Ap;Howard Jl;Macdonald Sj;Lanting Ba | THE JOURNAL OF ARTHROPLASTY | hip | 10.1016/j.arth.2025.03.052 | 40 | S40-S43 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares surgical approaches for total hip arthroplasty (direct anterior vs direct lateral) in patients with advanced osteoarthritis. It is not an exercise intervention study and does not compare supervision levels of exercise programs. |
| 40148223 | Akgül H | 2025 | Effects Of A Digitally Supported Physical Activity Intervention In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Akgül H;Birtane M;Tonga E | MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE | knee | 10.1002/msc.70085 | 23 | E70085 | INCLUDE | moderate | This pilot RCT in knee OA compares a control group receiving patient education, smartwatch, and home exercise versus an intervention group receiving additional digitally supported walking programme. The digital support represents a form of supervision difference (digitally supervised vs unsupervised home exercise), meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 40165602 | Anderson Am | 2025 | Adapting An Osteoarthritis Peer Mentorship Intervention For Remote Delivery To People Experiencing Socioeconomic Disadvantage: A Multi-Method Approach. | Anderson Am;Lavender E;Mason S;Eckersley L;Barry S;Daffu-O'reilly A;Green H;Conner M;Mchugh Ga | HEALTH EXPECTATIONS : AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN HEALTH CARE AND HEALTH POLICY | hip | 10.1111/hex.70245 | 28 | E70245 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a multi-method intervention development and adaptation study, not a randomized controlled trial. It describes adapting a peer mentorship intervention for OA but does not report results from comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 40191839 | Hossain Kma | 2025 | Structured Home-Based Exercise Programme And Concentric Versus Eccentric-Based Stair Training Programme For Pain And Function In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Two-Phase, Double-Blinded, Randomised Controlled Trial Protocol. | Hossain Kma;Kabir F;Jahan S;Rahman E;Hossain Kma;Kormoker A;Islam Mz;Hossain Mk;Rikti Jf;Khan Ah;Suraiya Sy;Hossain Mz | BMJ OPEN SPORT & EXERCISE MEDICINE | knee | 10.1136/bmjsem-2025-002577 | 11 | E002577 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a protocol for a two-phase RCT in knee OA. Phase I compares a structured home-based exercise programme (HEP) versus a control group, which appears to involve different levels of supervision or structure in exercise delivery, meeting inclusion criteria for supervision comparison. |
| 40198073 | Abafita Bj | 2025 | Yoga Or Strengthening Exercise For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Abafita Bj;Singh A;Aitken D;Ding C;Moonaz S;Palmer Aj;Blizzard L;Inglis A;Drummen Sjj;Jones G;Bennell Kl;Antony B | JAMA NETWORK OPEN | knee | 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.3698 | 8 | E253698 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two different exercise modalities (yoga vs strengthening exercises) in knee OA patients. Both groups received the same supervision structure (2 supervised + 1 home-based session per week for 12 weeks), so there is no comparison of different supervision levels. |
| 40206449 | Brazeiro Mc | 2025 | Face-To-Face Exercises Are Not Superior To Tele-Rehabilitation In Recent Post-Operative Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Brazeiro Mc;Mueller Kf;Rohde Cds;Lopes Bm;Silva Mf | ACTA ORTOPEDICA BRASILEIRA | hip | 10.1590/1413-785220243201e278202 | 33 | E278202 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares face-to-face supervised exercise sessions in clinic versus home-based telerehabilitation with minimal supervision (booklet guidance and weekly calls) in post-THA patients. This clearly compares different levels of supervision. |
| 40228292 | Chew Es | 2025 | Understanding Patient And Physiotherapist Requirements For A Personalized Automated Smartphone Telemonitored App For Posttotal Knee Arthroplasty Rehabilitation: Qualitative Study. | Chew Es;Scully Ae;Koh Ss;Woon El;Low Jkm;Kwan Yh;Tan Jw;Pua Yh;Tan Ci;Haseler Lj | JMIR REHABILITATION AND ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES | knee | 10.2196/59688 | 12 | E59688 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study exploring user requirements for developing a smartphone app for post-TKA rehabilitation. It is not an RCT comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 40232411 | Zeh A | 2025 | No Clinical Relevant Differences In Early Clinical Outcomes, Patient Satisfaction And Objective Gait And Posture Analysis Between A Custom Versus Off-The-Shelf Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Prospective Controlled Study. | Zeh A;Stier J;Meyer L;Wohlrab D;Gutteck N;Schulze S;Panian M;Delank S;Laudner K;Schwesig R | ARCHIVES OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND TRAUMA SURGERY | knee | 10.1007/s00402-025-05854-4 | 145 | 245 | EXCLUDE | high | This prospective controlled trial compares custom versus off-the-shelf total knee arthroplasty implants in OA patients. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 40249943 | Wang Zr | 2025 | Effects Of An E-Learning Program (Physiotherapy Exercise And Physical Activity For Knee Osteoarthritis [Peak]) On Chinese Physical Therapists' Confidence And Knowledge: Randomized Controlled Trial. | Wang Zr;Wang Y;Duan S;Chen X;Ni G | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | knee | 10.2196/71057 | 27 | E71057 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates an e-learning educational program for physical therapists, not an exercise intervention comparing supervision levels in patients with OA. The participants are practitioners, not OA patients. |
| 40254971 | Wagenaar Ca | 2025 | Two-Year Follow-Up Of A Multidisciplinary Lifestyle Intervention For Rheumatoid Arthritis And Osteoarthritis. | Wagenaar Ca;Walrabenstein W;Van Der Leeden M;Turkstra F;Gerritsen M;Twisk Jwr;Boers M;Van Der Esch M;Van Middendorp H;Weijs Pjm;Van Schaardenburg D | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | | 10.1002/acr.25553 | 77 | 1141-8 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a follow-up of a multidisciplinary lifestyle intervention (diet, exercise, stress reduction) for RA and OA, not a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. The study does not evaluate different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 40255320 | Briggs-Price S | 2025 | The Effects Of Combining Electrical Stimulation Of The Calf And Thigh Muscles On Womac Pain In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Double-Blind, Randomised, Sham-Controlled Trial. | Briggs-Price S;Mills G;Houchen-Wolloff L;Daynes E;Gerlis C;Latimer Le;Esler C;Targett D;Singh Sj | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | knee | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2025.100607 | 7 | 100607 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) to sham NMES in knee OA patients. This is a device comparison, not an exercise supervision comparison; no exercise program or supervision level variation is described. |
| 40258072 | White Dk | 2025 | A Telehealth Physical Therapy Intervention To Increase Physical Activity In Adults With Knee Oa: The Delaware Peak Randomized Controlled Trial. | White Dk;Hinman Rs;Liles S;Bye Tv;Voinier D;Copson J;Schmitt La;Bodt Ba;Jakiela Jt | THE JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.2519/jospt.2025.13132 | 55 | 377-385 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares a telehealth physical therapy intervention (5 video consultations with exercises and step goals) to web-based resources in knee OA. The telehealth PT represents remote supervision versus no supervision, meeting inclusion criteria for supervision comparison. |
| 40270637 | Ehsan Hashemi S | 2025 | Efficacy Of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy In The Treatment Of Knee Osteoarthritis: A Double-Blind, Randomized-Controlled Trial. | Ehsan Hashemi S;Gök H;Güneş S;Ateş C;Kutlay Ş | TURKISH JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.5606/tftrd.2024.14486 | 71 | 66-73 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares PEMF therapy plus physical therapy to sham PEMF plus physical therapy in knee OA patients. Both groups received the same physical therapy (15 sessions over 3 weeks), so there is no supervision comparison. |
| 40297975 | Farivar A | 2025 | Moderators And Mediators Of Pain And Function Outcomes In A New Service Delivery Model For Management Of Knee Osteoarthritis In Primary Care: Secondary Exploratory Analysis Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Farivar A;Bowden Jl;Bennell Kl;Briggs Am;Bunker Sj;Hinman Rs;Egerton T;French Sd;Pirotta M;Schuck K;Venkatesha V;Zwar Na;Hunter Dj | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.25564 | 77 | 1204-1213 | INCLUDE | low | Secondary analysis of a cluster RCT comparing a new primary care service delivery model (PARTNER) to usual care in knee OA patients. Full text needed to determine if supervision of exercise differs between arms, but the different delivery models may involve supervision differences. |
| 40300349 | Nelligan Rk | 2025 | Effects Of An Elearning Course For Patients On Osteoarthritis Knowledge And Pain Self-Efficacy In People With Hip And/Or Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Nelligan Rk;Hinman Rs;Mcmanus F;De Silva Ap;Gregory M;Bidgood N;Bennell Kl | PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING | hip; knee | 10.1016/j.pec.2025.108792 | 137 | 108792 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares eLearning education to a pamphlet in people with hip/knee OA. No exercise intervention or supervision comparison is involved; the focus is on education delivery methods only. |
| 40323642 | Mayer Ta | 2025 | Effectiveness Of Self-Training With A Web-Based Digital Health Application Versus Physiotherapy In The Treatment Of Disorders Of The Patella: Randomized Controlled Trial. | Mayer Ta;Koska D;Harsch Ak;Maiwald C | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | | 10.2196/66463 | 27 | E66463 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing web-based digital health application for self-training (unsupervised home-based) versus conventional physiotherapy (supervised) in patients with patellar disorders. Although not exclusively OA, it compares supervision levels and may include OA patients (M22 diagnosis includes some OA-related conditions). |
| 40345611 | Watkins K | 2025 | Capabilities, Opportunities And Motivations Within Australian Community Pharmacy To Deliver Clinical Standard-Aligned Care For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Mixed-Methods Evaluation. | Watkins K;Bennell Kl;Slater H;Hinman Rs;Sim Tf;Darlow B;Mclachlan Aj;Chua J;Briggs Am | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2025.04.012 | 33 | 1007-1022 | EXCLUDE | high | This is not an RCT but a mixed-methods evaluation study examining pharmacists' and pharmacy assistants' capabilities to deliver OA care. No comparison of exercise interventions with different supervision levels. |
| 40351376 | Jeon Ej | 2025 | Application And Effects Of A Self-Management Program For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Jeon Ej;Cha Nh | JOURNAL OF EXERCISE REHABILITATION | knee | 10.12965/jer.2550112.056 | 21 | 92-101 | EXCLUDE | moderate | Study compares a multi-component self-management program (exercise therapy, dietary education, aromatherapy) versus control, but does not clearly compare different levels of exercise supervision. The focus is on program components rather than supervision differences. |
| 40354624 | Zhu D | 2025 | Effects Of A Computer Vision-Based Exercise Application For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: Randomized Controlled Trial. | Zhu D;Zhao J;Wu T;Zhu B;Wang M;Han T | JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH | knee | 10.2196/63022 | 13 | E63022 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing computer vision-based exercise application (digital supervision/monitoring) versus conventional video-based exercise education (unsupervised) in patients with knee OA. This compares different supervision modalities (CV-feedback vs video-only self-directed exercise). |
| 40356209 | Hu R | 2025 | Impact Of Monthly Community Follow-Ups In Knee Osteoarthritis Management For Elderly Patients. | Hu R;Wang J;Zhu S;Wang Z;Hu Z | MEDICAL SCIENCE MONITOR : INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL AND CLINICAL RESEARCH | knee | 10.12659/MSM.947224 | 31 | E947224 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing monthly community follow-ups with exercise adherence supervision versus semi-annual follow-ups in elderly patients with knee OA. The intervention includes different levels of supervision frequency, which is a relevant comparison for this review. |
| 40359142 | Gunda B | 2025 | The Effect Of The Design Of Polyethylene Inserts In Total Knee Arthroplasty On Patient Reported Outcomes. | Gunda B;Goldberg L;Alban A;Strecker S;Mccracken C;Carangelo Rj;Witmer D | JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEONS. GLOBAL RESEARCH & REVIEWS | knee | 10.5435/JAAOSGlobal-D-25-00075 | 9 | | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares different polyethylene insert designs in total knee arthroplasty (PS, CR, and MC designs) and their effects on patient-reported outcomes. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions for osteoarthritis. |
| 40373216 | Krištof Mirt P | 2025 | Patients' Expectations For App-Based Therapy In Knee Osteoarthritis: User-Centered Design Approach. | Krištof Mirt P;Erjavec K;Krsnik S;Kotnik P;Mohsen H | JMIR REHABILITATION AND ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES | knee | 10.2196/64607 | 12 | E64607 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a user-centered design study using mixed methods (questionnaire and interviews) to identify patient expectations for app-based therapy in knee osteoarthritis. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 40375091 | Andersen U | 2025 | A Multidisciplinary, Cross-Sectorial Management Program For People Living With Hand Osteoarthritis (Handy): Protocol For A Feasibility Study. | Andersen U;Hagelskjær V;Von Bülow C;Gudbergsen H;Bliddal H;Døssing A;Wæhrens Ee | PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES | hand | 10.1186/s40814-025-01653-1 | 11 | 68 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a feasibility study protocol for a group-based occupational therapy program for hand osteoarthritis, not a randomized controlled trial. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 40379331 | Hautala J | 2025 | Effect Of A Smart Ring-Assisted Physiotherapeutic Intervention On The Postoperative Outcomes 12 Months After A Total Knee Replacement (Smartkring): Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Hautala J;Koriseva L;Reito A;Mattila V;Eskelinen A | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2024-091956 | 15 | E091956 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing smart ring-assisted physiotherapy versus usual care after total knee replacement surgery. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise in people with osteoarthritis; both groups appear to receive standard postoperative care with the intervention group receiving additional activity tracking support. |
| 40394687 | Carvalho Mtx | 2025 | Remote And In-Person Supervised Exercise In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis (Rise-Koa): Study Protocol For A Non-Inferiority Randomized Controlled Trial. | Carvalho Mtx;Alberton Cl | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-025-08884-w | 26 | 165 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT protocol comparing remote supervised exercise via video calls versus in-person supervised exercise for knee OA. It directly compares different modes of supervision delivery, meeting all inclusion criteria. |
| 40437513 | Liu L | 2025 | Experiences And Perceptions Of Chinese Patients Enrolled In A Clinical Trial Assessing Tuina And Manual Therapies For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Nested Qualitative Study. | Liu L;Zhang L;Li S;Cai M;Han S;Weng Z;Chen Q;Gao Y;Yang X;Zhang Y;Li D;Liu C;Sun Y;Wang X;Yu C | BMC COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE AND THERAPIES | knee | 10.1186/s12906-025-04926-7 | 25 | 191 | EXCLUDE | high | This qualitative study nested within an RCT compares Tuina versus manual physical therapy for knee OA. It does not compare different supervision levels of exercise but rather different manual therapy modalities. |
| 40519987 | Liguori S | 2025 | Development Of A Mobile App To Promote Physical Activity In Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis: The "Move For Knee"â„¢ Study Protocol. | Liguori S;Andreozzi V;Moretti A;Angari R;Paoletta M;Iolascon G;Gimigliano F | FRONTIERS IN REHABILITATION SCIENCES | knee | 10.3389/fresc.2025.1540320 | 6 | 1540320 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing a mobile app with personalized exercise programs (self-directed/non-supervised) versus standard advice on physical activity in patients with knee OA. The comparison involves different supervision levels of exercise delivery. |
| 40523788 | Dieter V | 2025 | Patients' Experiences And Usability Of A Self-Directed M-Health Exercise Intervention For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Qualitative Study. | Dieter V;Schmidt J;Krauss I | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2025-100608 | 15 | E100608 | INCLUDE | moderate | This qualitative study is nested within a randomized controlled trial evaluating a self-directed m-health exercise intervention for knee OA. The parent RCT likely compares supervised versus self-directed exercise, meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 40535984 | Min Ryan Cheok C | 2025 | What Patient-Specific Factors Can Potentially Affect Physiotherapy Attendance Of Patients With Knee Oa At A Local Hospital In Singapore? | Min Ryan Cheok C;Joo Lim C;Yijia Tan B;Hao Pua Y;Jessica Pereira M | HONG KONG PHYSIOTHERAPY JOURNAL : OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE HONG KONG PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSOCIATION LIMITED = WU LI CHIH LIAO | knee | 10.1142/S1013702525500064 | 45 | 71-81 | EXCLUDE | high | Retrospective cohort study examining patient-specific factors associated with physiotherapy attendance patterns in knee OA patients. Does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 40537272 | Babatunde Oo | 2025 | Process And Feasibility Of Implementing Guideline Recommendations For The Care Of Osteoarthritis In West Africa. | Babatunde Oo;Adetunji O;Alonge I;Owoyemi T;Ayinmode E;Ogunbanjo A;White S;Adebajo Aa;Mallen C;Dziedzic K | BMJ GLOBAL HEALTH | | 10.1136/bmjgh-2024-018714 | 10 | | EXCLUDE | high | Mixed-methods feasibility study implementing guideline-informed care for OA in West Africa. Not an RCT comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 40542399 | Whittaker Jl | 2025 | Digital Education And Exercise Therapy Versus Minimal Intervention For Young People At High Risk Of Early Onset Knee Osteoarthritis After Acl Reconstruction: A Study Protocol For The Stop Osteoarthritis (Soar) Randomized Controlled Trial. | Whittaker Jl;Cammalleri A;Archibald C;Brooks-Hill A;Chin P;Clark S;Davis Jc;Hoens Am;Hunt Ma;Kausky K;Ko A;Leveille L;Li Lc;Lodhia P;Losciale Jm;Miciak M;Mosewich Ad;Sheikh A;Silvester-Lee T;Truong Lk;Wade D;Wilson Dr;Xie H;Yan Xh;Roos Em | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-025-08896-6 | 26 | 213 | EXCLUDE | moderate | RCT protocol for post-ACLR patients (not primary OA population) comparing digital education/exercise versus minimal intervention. While OA prevention is mentioned as a risk, the primary population is ACLR patients with ongoing symptoms, not people with established OA. |
| 40546791 | Vanderveer W | 2025 | Effect Of Pain Reduction And Functional Improvements Following A Noninvasive Biomechanical Intervention For Gait Rehabilitation On Healthcare Claims: An Observational Study. | Vanderveer W;Freeman E | JOURNAL OF HEALTH ECONOMICS AND OUTCOMES RESEARCH | | 10.36469/001c.140740 | 12 | 230-237 | EXCLUDE | high | Observational retrospective study (not RCT) comparing a home-based biomechanical intervention to standard care controls using claims data. Does not meet randomized controlled trial inclusion criteria. |
| 40551179 | Konola Vm | 2025 | Effects Of A Multicomponent Exercise Regimen On Subchondral Bone And Cartilage In Postmenopausal Women With Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Konola Vm;Parkkari J;Multanen J;Nikander R;Rantalainen T;Vesanto J;Pekkala S;Kalaja M;Ihalainen Jk;Waller B;Munukka M;Sievänen H;Nevalainen M;Kautiainen H;Casula V;Paloneva J;Vasankari T;Peuna A;Saarakkala S;Nieminen Mt;Heinonen A | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-025-08928-1 | 26 | 222 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing supervised multicomponent exercise (step aerobics and resistance training, 3x/week for 8 months) versus home exercise program in postmenopausal women with mild knee OA. Clear supervision difference between intervention and control groups. |
| 40578805 | Chen S | 2025 | Associations Of Healthy Lifestyle And Genetic Susceptibility With Risks Of Osteoarthritis: A Prospective Cohort Study. | Chen S;Zhang Y;Fan T;Zeng M;Yang Q;Yang H;Fang X;Jin X;Cao P;Wang Z;Zhang Y;Hunter Dj;Zhou Y;Ding C;Zhu Z | RHEUMATOLOGY (OXFORD, ENGLAND) | | 10.1093/rheumatology/keaf327 | 64 | 5673-5680 | EXCLUDE | high | Prospective cohort study examining lifestyle factors and genetic susceptibility for OA incidence. Not an RCT and does not compare exercise supervision levels. |
| 40578869 | Ward L | 2025 | Yoga For Older Adults With Multimorbidity: Teaching Insights For Optimising Participant Safety And Inclusion From The Process Evaluation Of The Gentle Years Yoga Trial. | Ward L;Wiley L;Rose F;Howsam J;Bissell L;Tew G;Rapley T | BMJ OPEN | | 10.1136/bmjopen-2024-097472 | 15 | E097472 | EXCLUDE | high | Qualitative process evaluation of yoga intervention delivery within an RCT. Does not report quantitative effectiveness outcomes comparing different supervision levels; focuses on teaching methods. |
| 40598777 | Kiadaliri A | 2025 | Proportion Of Acceptable Symptom State Nearly Tripled With Improvements In Patient-Reported Outcomes For All Symptom State Subgroups: A Registry Study Of More Than 15,000 Patients With Osteoarthritis In Digital Education And Exercise Therapy. | Kiadaliri A;Lohmander Ls;Nelson Ae;Dahlberg Le | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | | 10.1002/acr.25594 | 77 | 1426-1435 | EXCLUDE | high | Longitudinal observational registry study of digital education and exercise therapy, not an RCT. No comparison of different supervision levels. |
| 40606231 | Küçük H | 2025 | Strength Training Intervention For Adult Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis: Establishing Fidelity. | Küçük H;Ghadamyari N;Şahin Fn;Çiçek G;Ceylan T;Güler Ö;Yaşar Om;Şensoy C;Arslanoğlu C;Doğan E;Arslanoğlu E | FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY | knee | 10.3389/fphys.2025.1583153 | 16 | 1583153 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing strength training with control in adults with KOA. While the abstract mentions 'daily home workouts' for adherence monitoring, it is unclear if supervision levels differ between groups, warranting inclusion for full-text review. |
| 40610701 | Nelligan Rk | 2025 | Consumer-Focused Osteoarthritis E-Learning To Complement Physiotherapy Care In People With Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For The Peeko Randomised Controlled Trial. | Nelligan Rk;Hinman Rs;Metcalf B;Mcmanus F;Lamb Ke;Heywood S;Gibbes R;Bennell Kl | MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE | knee | 10.1002/msc.70156 | 23 | E70156 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT protocol comparing physiotherapist-prescribed home strengthening program with and without e-learning course in knee OA. The e-learning supplementation may affect the level of guidance/support provided, representing a difference in intervention support/supervision structure. |
| 40635772 | Bamford R | 2025 | Patient Perception Of A Community - Based Thumb Osteoarthritis Group: A Qualitative Service Evaluation. | Bamford R;Goodwin R | HAND THERAPY | | 10.1177/17589983251356917 | 30 | 183-189 | EXCLUDE | high | Qualitative service evaluation of a community-based thumb OA group intervention. Not a randomized controlled trial comparing different supervision levels. |
| 40662010 | Jadhav V | 2025 | Effect Of Core Versus Hip Strengthening On Knee Function In Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Jadhav V;Palsule S | CUREUS | hip; knee | 10.7759/cureus.85967 | 17 | E85967 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing core stability versus hip strengthening exercises in knee OA patients. Both groups received supervised exercise alongside conventional occupational therapy; no comparison of supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 40691573 | Oomen Jmh | 2025 | 'A Post-Test Experimental Study On The Effects Of Message Framing And The Use Of A Patient Testimonial On Intentions Of Osteoarthritis Patients To Adhere To Treatment Advice'. | Oomen Jmh;Van Den Ende Ch;Schers Hj;Koëter S;Assendelft Wjj;Das E | BMC PUBLIC HEALTH | | 10.1186/s12889-025-22436-6 | 25 | 2517 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT examines message framing and testimonials on beliefs and intentions regarding physical activity and pain medication in OA patients. It does not compare different exercise interventions or supervision levels. |
| 40697621 | Yuan S | 2025 | Protocol For The Comparison Of Remote Versus Face-To-Face Osteoarthritis Management Programs (Coastal): A Randomized Implementation Trial. | Yuan S;Bowden Jl;Eyles Jp;Duong V;Messier S;Losina E;Levesque Jf;Briggs Am;Dowsey Mm;Deveza La;Rankin Nm;Barton Cj;Dear Bf;Pratt C;Smithers J;Hardy L;Bills C;Thompson J;Buttel T;Ewald D;Cheng K;Ware N;Richardson D;Morgan E;Strelnikow M;Venkatesha V;Warhurst A;Kurien V;Chery S;Hunter Dj | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2025.100647 | 7 | 100647 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing three delivery modes for OA care (face-to-face, telehealth, app) that differ in supervision level. All interventions include therapeutic exercise as a core component, with varying degrees of direct professional oversight. |
| 40699605 | Roos Em | 2025 | An Exercise Therapists' Guide To Neuromuscular Exercise For People With Knee Or Hip Osteoarthritis. | Roos Em;Kroman S;Ageberg E | THE JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee; hip | 10.2519/jospt.2025.13041 | 55 | 1-9 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a narrative guide/clinical commentary for exercise therapists about neuromuscular exercise for knee and hip OA, not a randomized controlled trial comparing supervision levels. |
| 40703538 | Carlesso Lc | 2025 | Pain Informed Movement Compared To Neuromuscular Exercise And Standard Education In People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Pilot And Feasibility Randomized Controlled Trial. | Carlesso Lc;Modarresi S;Pearson N;Madden K;Fahnestock M;Bennell Kl;Neogi T;Shafiee E | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | knee | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2025.100646 | 7 | 100646 | EXCLUDE | high | This pilot RCT compares two different types of in-person supervised exercise programs (PIM versus NEMEX) in knee OA. Both groups received supervised twice-weekly sessions; it does not compare supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 40712915 | Kjeldsen T | 2025 | Booster Sessions For Maintaining The Effect Of Neuromuscular Exercise And Progressive Resistance Training In Hip Osteoarthritis: 12-Month Follow-Up From A Multicenter Cluster-Randomized Controlled Trial. | Kjeldsen T;Dalgas U;Skou St;Tønning Lu;Ingwersen Kg;Birch S;Holm Pm;Garval M;Varnum C;Callesen J;Foldager F;Bibby Bm;Mechlenburg I | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | hip | 10.1016/j.joca.2025.07.012 | 33 | 1393-1403 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a follow-up study from an initial supervised exercise intervention comparing booster sessions versus no further intervention in hip OA. It does not compare supervised versus unsupervised exercise delivery; both groups received the same initial supervised program. |
| 40716116 | Souto Lr | 2025 | Self-Directed Versus Supervised Exercise Therapy Program Combined With Digitally Supported Patient Education For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised, Parallel-Group Feasibility Trial. | Souto Lr;Pazzinatto Mf;De Oliveira Silva D;Ezzat Am;Barton Cj | SEMINARS IN ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | knee | 10.1016/j.semarthrit.2025.152787 | 74 | 152787 | INCLUDE | high | Directly compares self-directed versus supervised exercise therapy in people with knee osteoarthritis. This is a pilot/feasibility RCT, which meets the inclusion criteria. |
| 40720836 | Birmingham Tb | 2025 | High Tibial Osteotomy For Medial Compartment Knee Osteoarthritis : A Randomized Trial With Parallel Preference Arm. | Birmingham Tb;Primeau Ca;Moyer Rf;Bryant Dm;Ma J;Leitch Km;Wirth W;Degen R;Getgood Am;Litchfield Rb;Willits Kr;Eckstein F;Giffin Jr | ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.7326/ANNALS-25-00920 | 178 | 1238-1248 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares high tibial osteotomy surgery versus nonsurgical management (which includes supervised exercise) in knee OA. It is not comparing different levels of exercise supervision but rather surgical versus nonsurgical approaches. |
| 40737736 | Baghi R | 2025 | Determining The Individual Relationship Between The Step Width And Peak Knee Adduction Moment During Stepping In Medial Knee Osteoarthritis. | Baghi R;Yin W;Badhyal S;Ramadan A;Oppizzi G;Li Z;Bowman P;Henn F;Zhang Lq | CLINICAL BIOMECHANICS (BRISTOL, AVON) | hip; knee | 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2025.106619 | 128 | 106619 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a biomechanical study investigating the relationship between step-width and knee adduction moment using a robotic stepping system in individuals with medial knee OA. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 40740591 | Akdeniz G | 2025 | Mental Imagery Enhances Pain Reduction And Visual Processing In Knee Osteoarthritis Patients: A Comparative Study. | Akdeniz G;Tiğli K;Akinci Ne;Kul H;Çamci M;Demirci H;İkbali Afşar S | PAIN RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT | knee | 10.1155/prm/5576698 | 2025 | 5576698 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares mental imagery (imagining physiotherapy treatments) versus conventional physiotherapy interventions in knee OA patients. This does not meet inclusion criteria as it compares mental imagery to physical treatment, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 40746030 | Godziuk K | 2025 | Improving Muscle Function Through A Multimodal Behavioural Intervention For Knee Osteoarthritis And Obesity: The Pomelo Trial. | Godziuk K;Forhan M;Vieira Ft;Mota Jf;Werle J;Batsis Ja;Donini Lm;Siervo M;Prado Cm | JOURNAL OF CACHEXIA, SARCOPENIA AND MUSCLE | knee | 10.1002/jcsm.70025 | 16 | E70025 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT comparing a multimodal behavioral intervention (including progressive resistance exercise with 3 sessions/week during a 3-month supervised phase) versus usual care in patients with knee OA and obesity. While supervision details are not fully explicit, the structured supervised intervention phase versus usual care suggests differing supervision levels. |
| 40746820 | Halmenschlager G | 2025 | Effects Of A Home-Based Prehabilitation Program On Biomarkers And Hospital Outcomes In Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Halmenschlager G;Leal A;Carlos Albarello J;Razuck Y;Lemos T | CUREUS | knee | 10.7759/cureus.87061 | 17 | E87061 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT protocol comparing an eight-week semi-supervised, home-based prehabilitation program with remote supervision versus usual care in patients scheduled for total knee arthroplasty. The comparison involves different levels of supervision (semi-supervised home-based with remote oversight vs usual care). |
| 40753994 | Wainwright Tw | 2025 | Clinical And Cost-Effectiveness Of A Cycling And Education Intervention Versus Usual Physiotherapy Care For The Treatment Of Hip Osteoarthritis In The Uk (Cleat): A Pragmatic, Randomised, Controlled Trial. | Wainwright Tw;Immins T;Docherty S;Saunders G;Hawton A;Goodwin E;Rees T;Low M;Samways J;Webley F;Howard N;Lee Ph;Middleton Rg | THE LANCET. RHEUMATOLOGY | hip | 10.1016/S2665-9913(25)00102-X | 7 | E764-E775 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing a group-based cycling and education program (CHAIN intervention at a leisure center) versus usual one-to-one physiotherapy care in patients with hip osteoarthritis. The interventions clearly differ in supervision level (group-based program vs individual physiotherapy sessions). |
| 40759020 | Hall M | 2025 | Efficacy Of A Very-Low-Calorie Weight Loss Diet Plus Exercise Compared With Exercise Alone On Hip Osteoarthritis Pain : A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Hall M;Hinman Rs;Knox G;Spiers L;Mcmanus F;De Silva Ap;Sumithran P;Harris A;Murphy Nj;Cicuttini F;Hunter Dj;Messier Sp;Bennell Kl | ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE | hip | 10.7326/ANNALS-25-00045 | 178 | 1227-1237 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT in hip OA compares a home exercise program (via telehealth consultations) in both groups. While both receive home-based exercise, the level of supervision may differ as the VLCD group receives 6 consultations versus 5 in exercise-only, and the nature of home-based versus potential clinic-based delivery is ambiguous enough to warrant inclusion for full-text review. |
| 40772088 | Madhuripu P | 2025 | Comparison Of Repetitive Peripheral Magnetic Stimulation (Rpms) And Sham-Rpms With Supervised Exercise On Pain And Function In Knee Osteoarthritis Patients -Protocol For Randomized Sham-Controlled Trial. | Madhuripu P;Kumar A;Rajasheker S;Venkatesan P | JOURNAL OF EDUCATION AND HEALTH PROMOTION | knee | 10.4103/jehp.jehp_1685_24 | 14 | 247 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an RCT protocol comparing rPMS plus supervised exercise versus sham-rPMS plus supervised exercise in KOA. Both groups receive supervised exercise; the comparison is about the magnetic stimulation intervention, not supervision level. |
| 40779363 | Shah N | 2025 | Participant Experiences In Using A Telehealth Mindful Exercise Program For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Qualitative Study. | Shah N;Morris M;Cohn Es;Morone Ne;Ellis Td;Kumar D | JOURNAL OF INTEGRATIVE AND COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE | knee | 10.1177/27683605251364715 | 31 | 904-913 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This is a qualitative study nested within an RCT comparing mindful exercise to exercise-only control. Both arms appear to be delivered via telehealth group sessions with similar supervision levels, not comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 40781308 | Li Y | 2025 | Effect Of Low-Intensity Resistance Training At Different Levels Of Blood Flow Restriction On Pain, Proprioception And Muscle Strength In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Li Y;Fu S;Zhang D;Liu M;Liu H | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-025-09051-7 | 26 | 769 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares different levels of blood flow restriction during resistance training in KOA patients. All groups receive the same level of supervision; there is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 40799462 | Thomas Dt | 2025 | | Thomas Dt;Eapen C;Hegde As;Mahale Ar;Mane Pp;Mehta S | F1000RESEARCH | NA | 10.12688/f1000research.163321.4 | 14 | 496 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-group pre-post study without randomization or comparison groups. It does not meet the RCT design requirement. |
| 40823997 | Johnson Ak | 2025 | Speeding Up Or Slowing Down: The Effect Of Decoupling Speed On Knee Biomechanics And Limb Loading During Split-Belt Treadmill Training In Persons With Acl Reconstruction. | Johnson Ak;Recchia R;Tayfur A;Krishnan C;Palmieri-Smith Rm | THE AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE | knee | 10.1177/03635465251365035 | 53 | 2591-2599 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a controlled laboratory biomechanics study examining split-belt treadmill training effects on knee loading in ACLR patients, not a randomized trial comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. No comparison of supervision levels is present. |
| 40842229 | He J | 2025 | Telerehabilitation Versus Face-To-Face Physical Therapy For Middle-Aged Patients With Degenerative Meniscal Tear In China: A Non-Inferiority Randomized Controlled Trial. | He J;Xu C;Huang L;Wang H;Lu S | JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE | menisc | 10.2340/jrm.v57.43237 | 57 | JRM43237 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares telerehabilitation (remote supervision via digital platform) versus face-to-face physical therapy (traditional clinic-based with direct supervision) in patients with degenerative meniscal tears. This clearly represents a comparison of different supervision levels/modalities for rehabilitation. |
| 40856813 | Martinsen L | 2025 | Adherence To In-Person And App-Based Exercise For Patients With Hip Or Knee Osteoarthritis; Secondary Analyses From A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Martinsen L;Østerås N;Moseng T;Tveter At | RHEUMATOLOGY INTERNATIONAL | hip; knee | 10.1007/s00296-025-05967-4 | 45 | 208 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT directly compares in-person supervised physiotherapy exercise (twice weekly supervised plus home sessions) versus app-based exercise (unsupervised, self-directed via app) in hip/knee OA patients. This is a clear comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 40887119 | Tang Zy | 2025 | Validation Of The Functional Activity Scoring Tool (Fast): A Novel Pictorial Scale For Assessing Function In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis In Primary Care. | Tang Zy;Ng Ks;Tee Jx;Lee Eze;Bistamam Mhb;Wong Js;Koh Yle;Yeung M | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2025-100732 | 15 | E100732 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a validation study of a patient-reported outcome measure (FAST) in knee OA patients, not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. No intervention comparison is involved. |
| 40895024 | Van Denburg An | 2025 | Significant Other Support And Hindrance For Intervention Tasks: Implications For Interventions To Improve Health And Well-Being. | Van Denburg An;Porter Ls;Somers Tj;Keefe Fj;Rini C | COUPLE & FAMILY PSYCHOLOGY | | 10.1037/cfp0000271 | | | EXCLUDE | high | This study examines social support/hindrance factors related to an internet-based pain coping skills training program, not a comparison of supervised vs non-supervised exercise interventions. No comparison of different supervision levels for exercise is described. |
| 40898048 | Kalkhoran Zb | 2025 | The Effects Of Aquatic Therapy Combined With Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (Tdcs) On Proprioception And Gait Speed In Older Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: An Eight-Week Randomized Sham-Controlled Trial. | Kalkhoran Zb;Khanmohammadi R | BMC GERIATRICS | knee | 10.1186/s12877-025-06253-5 | 25 | 676 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates aquatic therapy combined with tDCS versus sham conditions in KOA patients. While it involves supervised aquatic therapy, there is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 40898251 | Saki F | 2025 | Bodybalance As An Exercise Therapy For Knee Osteoarthritis In Older Women: A Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Saki F;Safarpour P;Ramezani F;Youzbashi L | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-025-09036-w | 26 | 336 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT protocol compares supervised BodyBalance exercise to usual activities/no structured exercise (not an unsupervised exercise comparator). The control group does not receive any exercise intervention. |
| 40927835 | Larsen Jb | 2025 | Prosthesis Versus Exercise For Rotator Cuff Tear Arthropathy - Protocol Of A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Larsen Jb;Thillemann Tm;Launonen Ap;Østergaard Hk;Falstie-Jensen T;Reito A;Jensen Sl;Mechlenburg I | DANISH MEDICAL JOURNAL | | 10.61409/A09240645 | 72 | | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares reverse total shoulder arthroplasty to a 12-week exercise intervention with weekly physiotherapist-supervised sessions and two home-based exercises, representing differing supervision levels. While the condition is rotator cuff tear arthropathy (not classic OA), the protocol mentions osteoarthritis in the outcome measure name, warranting inclusion under sensitivity rules. |
| 40936848 | Srivastava N | 2025 | Effectiveness Of Muscle Energy Technique, Strengthening, And Patellar Mobilization In The Physiotherapeutic Management Of Patellofemoral Osteoarthritis. | Srivastava N;Meena Nk;Modi A;Saharan A;Mahajan S;Chhonker K | JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC CASE REPORTS | | 10.13107/jocr.2025.v15.i09.6130 | 15 | 376-381 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-group pre-post interventional study without randomization or comparison groups. It does not meet the RCT requirement. |
| 40965059 | Mirfeizi Sz | 2025 | Potential Anti-Inflammatory And Analgesic Effects Of Saffron In Patients With Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Mirfeizi Sz;Abdolahi N;Fatemi A;Aghaei M;Roshandel G;Damirchi M;Firoozabadi M | CURRENT RHEUMATOLOGY REVIEWS | | 10.2174/0115733971383502250908065241 | | | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares saffron supplementation to placebo in OA patients, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. No exercise intervention is described. |
| 40983572 | Nicolson Pja | 2025 | Tailored Exercise Management Versus Usual Care For People Aged 80 Years Or Older With Hip/Knee Osteoarthritis And Comorbidities (Tempo): Multicentre Feasibility Randomised Controlled Trial In England. | Nicolson Pja;Holden Ma;Marian I;Saeedi E;Williamson E;Moylan D;Stone M;Hopewell S;Lamb Se | BMJ OPEN | hip; knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2025-104813 | 15 | E104813 | INCLUDE | moderate | Feasibility RCT comparing a 12-week tailored exercise program versus usual care in people aged 80+ with hip/knee OA and comorbidities. The tailored exercise intervention likely involves supervised physiotherapy sessions while usual care represents less supervised or standard care, making this a relevant supervision comparison. |
| 40990623 | Johns N | 2025 | A Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial Of An Online Self-Management Programme For People With Persistent Pain Post-Knee Replacement (Kneed). | Johns N;Mckenzie D;Brady B;Naylor J;Olver J | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/02692155251375382 | 39 | 1438-1451 | EXCLUDE | high | This pilot RCT compares a digital self-management program (Kneed) versus usual care in post-knee replacement patients. The intervention is a digital pain rehabilitation self-management program, not an exercise supervision comparison. |
| 41008463 | Zinno R | 2025 | Effectiveness Of Adapted Physical Activity On Quality Of Life Of Patients With Knee And Hip Replacement: A Randomized Pilot Study. | Zinno R;Pinelli E;Barone G;Dallari D;Scoppolini Massini M;Bragonzoni L | HEALTHCARE (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) | knee; hip | 10.3390/healthcare13182333 | 13 | | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing a six-month supervised adapted physical activity program versus standard care in THR/TKR patients with osteoarthritis. While not explicitly stated, standard care likely involves less supervision than the intervention group, making this a relevant comparison of supervision levels. |
| 41037266 | Allen Kd | 2025 | Implementation Of Group Physical Therapy For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Cluster Randomized Clinical Trial. | Allen Kd;Webb S;Coffman Cj;Anderson L;Cummin G;Drake C;Tucker M;Webster A;Sperber N;Zullig Ll;Hughes Jm;Ballengee La;Abbate Lm;Hoenig H;Fullenkamp N;Van Houtven Ch;Hastings Sn | JAMA NETWORK OPEN | knee | 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.35038 | 8 | E2535038 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cluster RCT comparing two implementation support strategies (foundational vs enhanced) for delivering group physical therapy for knee OA. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise; both arms receive group PT with different implementation support approaches. |
| 41037782 | Sadiq S | 2025 | Effect Of Lifestyle Modification Through Web-Based Telerehabilitation Monitoring Combined With Supervised Sensorimotor Training After Total Knee Arthroplasty: Randomized Controlled Trial. | Sadiq S;Noor R;Akram R | JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH | knee | 10.2196/64643 | 13 | E64643 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares supervised sensorimotor training plus telerehabilitation versus supervised sensorimotor training alone in total knee arthroplasty patients. Both groups receive supervised training; the comparison is about adding telerehabilitation support for lifestyle modification, not comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 41039469 | Hu Z | 2025 | Multiform-Based Yi Jin Jing Exercise Against Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: Study Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Hu Z;Chen G;Huang Q;Li Z;Huang P;Li X;Lv W;Lin C;Chen D;Wu Z | BMC COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE AND THERAPIES | knee | 10.1186/s12906-025-05105-4 | 25 | 353 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT protocol compares traditional Yi Jin Jing exercise versus modified Yi Jin Jing exercise versus medication control in KOA. The protocol mentions 1 day per week of supervised training for exercise groups, suggesting potential differences in supervision structure that warrant full-text review. |
| 41061328 | Allen Hm | 2025 | Study Design And Protocol Of A Randomized, Pragmatic, Comparative Effectiveness Trial Evaluating A Sequenced Strategy For Improving Outcomes In People With Knee Osteoarthritis Pain (Skoap): Conservative Treatment Evaluation. | Allen Hm;Holena Mm;Allen Le;Zhao S;Castillo Rc;Cohen Sp;Hurley Rw;Scharfstein Do;Haythornthwaite Ja;Raja Sn;Wegener St;Rini Cm;Keefe Fj;Bridges J;Reeder R;Thompson Re;Hanley D;Campbell Cm | SEMINARS IN ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | knee | 10.1016/j.semarthrit.2025.152834 | 75 | 152834 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol paper for a trial comparing pharmacological and psychological interventions (duloxetine and CBT) combined with Best Practices. All groups receive the same exercise/physical therapy component with no variation in supervision level. |
| 41062894 | Alp A | 2025 | Balneotherapy As A Potential Immunomodulator In Inflammaging. | Alp A;Ellergezen Ph;Ercan Ä° | CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY | | 10.1007/s10067-025-07708-1 | 44 | 5087-5094 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares balneotherapy versus control, with both groups performing the same home-based exercises. The intervention differs in balneotherapy treatment, not in exercise supervision level. |
| 41066658 | Dieter V | 2025 | Effectiveness Of The Self-Directed Mhealth Exercise Intervention Re.flex In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Randomized Controlled Trial. | Dieter V;Martus P;Seißler D;Serna-Higuita Lm;Janssen P;Krauss I | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | knee | 10.2196/71558 | 27 | E71558 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares a self-directed app-based exercise program (re.flex) versus usual care in knee OA patients. Although usual care is not explicitly described as supervised exercise, this represents a comparison of supervision delivery modes (digital self-directed vs. standard care) and should be included for full-text review. |
| 41084405 | Erdogan O | 2025 | Comparison Of Nsaid Therapy Alone Versus Combined Nsaid And Home Exercise Therapy In Patients With Temporomandibular Joint Osteoarthritis And Arthralgia. | Erdogan O;Bas B | CRANIO : THE JOURNAL OF CRANIOMANDIBULAR PRACTICE | | 10.1080/08869634.2025.2571830 | | 1-9 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares NSAID alone versus NSAID plus home exercise, not comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. Both groups appear to receive similar supervision levels (home exercise is self-directed in both conditions). |
| 41086897 | Drake C | 2025 | Implementation Context Of Outpatient Physical Therapy Clinics Preparing To Launch A New Evidence-Based Clinical Program For Knee Osteoarthritis: Findings From A National Multisite Implementation Trial. | Drake C;Webb S;Anderson L;Cummin G;Tucker M;Webster A;Sperber N;Coffman Cj;Fullenkamp Nk;Zullig Ll;Hughes Jm;Hastings Sn;Van Houtven Ch;Abbate Lm;Hoenig H;Ballengee La;Allen Kd | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2025.09.032 | | | EXCLUDE | high | This is a baseline survey study evaluating implementation context for a group PT program, not an RCT comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 41088381 | Castro Rq | 2025 | Effects Of Gait Retraining Associated With Muscle Strengthening In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Study Protocol. | Castro Rq;Veras Pm;Correa Cps;Hagen Sgs;Peixoto Jg;Fonseca Ds | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-025-09155-4 | 26 | 410 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a study protocol without results. Both control and intervention groups will receive similar delivery approaches (strengthening plus education) differing only in gait retraining content, not supervision level. |
| 41094384 | Bhatt M | 2025 | Effect Of Ankle Neuromuscular Exercises And Mat Exercises On Chronic Ankle Instability And Balance In Overweight And Obese Individuals. | Bhatt M;Shah M;Rathi M | FOOT & ANKLE SPECIALIST | ankle | 10.1177/19386400251371136 | | 19386400251371136 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT focuses on chronic ankle instability in overweight/obese individuals, not osteoarthritis. Both groups received supervised interventions with no comparison of supervision levels. |
| 41112750 | Safdar G | 2025 | | Safdar G;Kiyani Mm;Saleem Sa;Qureshi Wi;Bashir S;Abualait T;Khan H;Sajjad Ag | PEERJ | NA | 10.7717/peerj.19971 | 13 | E19971 | INCLUDE | high | This study directly compares supervised exercise program versus unsupervised/home-based exercise program following PRP injections in knee OA patients. Although labeled quasi-experimental, it clearly compares supervision levels in exercise delivery. |
| 41114869 | Sharma D | 2025 | Comparative Efficacy Of High Intensity Laser Therapy (Class Iv) And Ibuprofen Gel Phonophoresis In The Treatment Of Knee Osteoarthritis Among People Living In Hilly Terrain: A Randomized Controlled Study. | Sharma D;Saini V;Srivastav Ak;Samuel Aj | LASERS IN MEDICAL SCIENCE | knee | 10.1007/s10103-025-04613-6 | 40 | 440 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares two physical modalities (HILT vs IGP) with both groups receiving the same home exercise program. It does not compare different levels of supervision for exercise interventions. |
| 41120141 | Tunas-Maceiras I | 2025 | Virtual Reality Versus Conventional Exercise For Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial On Functionality And Fall Risk. | Tunas-Maceiras I;Pereira J;Pértega DÃaz S;López Campos Já;RodrÃguez-Romero B | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2025-102776 | 15 | E102776 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT protocol comparing VR-based intervention with conventional therapeutic exercise in knee osteoarthritis. While both arms appear supervised (18 supervised sessions), VR versus conventional delivery may involve different supervision intensities or modalities, meeting inclusion criteria when supervision differences are ambiguous. |
| 41125021 | Simonsen Mb | 2025 | Variations In Knee Compressive Force Profiles In Patients With Osteoarthritis: The Absence Of The First Peak In Knee Compressive Force During Walking. | Simonsen Mb;Jolas E;Smith Sl;Steultjens M;Andersen Ms | JOURNAL OF BIOMECHANICS | knee | 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2025.113019 | 193 | 113019 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cross-sectional observational study investigating gait patterns and knee compressive forces in people with knee osteoarthritis. It is not a randomized controlled trial and does not involve an exercise intervention. |
| 41125281 | Al-Amri M | 2025 | Evaluating Home-Based Personalised Virtual Reality Physiotherapy Rehabilitation Compared With Usual Care In The Treatment Of Pain For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Randomised Feasibility Study. | Al-Amri M;Bird S;Nistor Dt;White J;Button K;Warner M;Walsh D;Shorten D;Evans R | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2025-102994 | 15 | E102994 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT protocol comparing home-based VR physiotherapy (non-supervised/self-directed) versus usual care physiotherapy (likely supervised) in knee osteoarthritis. This clearly compares different levels of supervision in exercise delivery. |
| 41138847 | Wouters Rm | 2025 | Effectiveness Of Exercise Therapy In Patients With Thumb Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis: A Multicenter, Randomized Controlled Trial. | Wouters Rm;Esteban Lopez Lm;Heemskerk Sc;Bierma-Zeinstra Sm;Kraan Ga;Colaris J;Zuidam Jm;Vermeulen Gm;Selles Rw | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | | 10.1016/j.joca.2025.10.005 | | | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares orthosis plus exercise therapy versus orthosis-only in thumb carpometacarpal osteoarthritis. It does not compare different levels of supervision in exercise delivery, but rather presence versus absence of exercise therapy. |
| 41141560 | Trudeau Jj | 2025 | Exploring The Role Of Digital Health Technologies In Assessing Functional Mobility And Physical Activity: Insights From Qualitative Interviews In Adults With Obesity Or Overweight. | Trudeau Jj;Winger B;Gibble Th;Neff Lm;Marshall C;Carmichael C;Ford Dm;Collins E | OBESITY PILLARS | | 10.1016/j.obpill.2025.100214 | 16 | 100214 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study exploring digital health technologies for monitoring physical activity and functional mobility in people with obesity. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 41141645 | Bryld Es | 2025 | Training Load And Pain Response During Progressive Resistance Training In Patients With Hip Osteoarthritis In The Prohip Trial. | Bryld Es;Christiansen L;Ingwersen Kg;Overgaard S;Mikkelsen Lr;Mechlenburg I;Frydendal T | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | hip | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2025.100690 | 7 | 100690 | EXCLUDE | high | Secondary analysis of an RCT describing training load and pain trajectories in patients receiving progressive resistance training for hip OA. Reports only on participants assigned to PRT with no comparison to differently supervised exercise arms. |
| 41141647 | Kostic Am | 2025 | Determining Optimal Diet/Exercise Treatment Assignment For Patients With Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis Using Baseline Gait Forces. | Kostic Am;Arbeeva L;Jiang X;Golightly Ym;Messier Sp;Loeser Rf;Borgert Je;Marron Js;Kosorok Mr;Nelson Ae | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | knee | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2025.100691 | 7 | 100691 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis examining precision medicine models for treatment assignment using baseline gait forces in a diet/exercise trial for KOA. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 41160820 | Katz Jn | 2025 | A Randomized Trial Of Physical Therapy For Meniscal Tear And Knee Pain. | Katz Jn;Collins Je;Bisson L;Jones Mh;Irrgang Jj;Selzer F;Safran-Norton Ce;Spindler Kp;Yang Hy;Shrestha S;Bennell Kl;Sullivan Jk;Kluczynski Ma;Arant K;Opare-Addo M;Huizinga Jl;Zimmerman Z;Sople D;Tonsoline P;Kale M;Wind Wm;Chen Af;Freitas M;Lesniak B;Jordan K;Matzkin Eg;Dawson C;Farrow L;Musahl V;Leddy Jj;Martin Sd;Losina E | THE NEW ENGLAND JOURNAL OF MEDICINE | menisc; knee | 10.1056/NEJMoa2503385 | 393 | 1694-1703 | INCLUDE | high | RCT in patients with knee OA and meniscal tear comparing home exercise alone versus home exercise plus supervised standard physical therapy (supervised strengthening, functional exercises, and manual therapy). Directly compares supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 41164538 | Christy C | 2025 | Efficacy Of Different Rehabilitation Protocols Following Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Christy C;Hameed H;Samal Bp;Panja S | JOURNAL OF PHARMACY & BIOALLIED SCIENCES | knee | 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_1477_24 | 17 | S2326-S2328 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing three rehabilitation protocols after TKA in OA patients: conventional physiotherapy (likely supervised), virtual rehabilitation, and home-based telerehabilitation (unsupervised). Clearly compares different levels of supervision. |
| 41167184 | Bayazit Ao | 2025 | Effects Of Chair-Based Exercises On Perceived Therapeutic And Quality Of Life In Inactive Older Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Bayazit Ao;AÅŸkun V | JOURNAL OF AGING AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY | knee | 10.1123/japa.2025-0041 | | 1-13 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing chair-based exercises (twice weekly supervised sessions) to usual care/no exercise in knee OA. This compares exercise vs no exercise, not supervised vs non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 41168861 | Larsson Sl | 2025 | Partial Wrist Denervation Versus Patient Education And Self-Managed Exercise Therapy In Patients With Wrist Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Larsson Sl;Tandrup T;Brogren E;Wilcke Mk;Swärd Em | TRIALS | | 10.1186/s13063-025-09241-7 | 26 | 453 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT protocol comparing partial wrist denervation surgery to patient education and self-managed exercise therapy in wrist OA. While primarily surgical vs non-surgical comparison, the self-managed exercise component qualifies as non-supervised exercise, and surgery vs exercise comparison is relevant. |
| 41170926 | Rugelbak Gm | 2025 | Does Exercise Adherence Influence Outcome In Knee Osteoarthritis? - A Secondary Analysis Of A Superiority Randomized Controlled Trial. | Rugelbak Gm;Torstensen Ta;Paulsberg F;Grooten Wja;Østerås H | PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE | knee | 10.1080/09593985.2025.2579576 | | 1-15 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis examining exercise adherence and outcomes from an RCT comparing different exercise doses (high vs low dose), not comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise delivery. The supervision level appears consistent across groups. |
| 41174627 | Fu J | 2025 | An Mri-Based Radiomics Framework For Early Identification And Progression Stratification In Knee Osteoarthritis: Data From The Osteoarthritis Initiative. | Fu J;Mu L;Dong D;Li M;Miao Z;Huai X;Zheng Y;Zhang H | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-025-09234-2 | 26 | 1018 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a prognostic/prediction model study using radiomics and machine learning to predict KOA incidence and progression. It does not compare exercise interventions differing in supervision levels. |
| 41183591 | Courties A | 2025 | French Societies Of Rheumatology And Of Physical And Rehabilitation Medicine Recommendations For The Management Of People Living With Hand Osteoarthritis. | Courties A;Daste C;Homs Af;Kouki I;Alliot-Launois F;Bialé L;Cailleaux Pe;Cambon A;Chapurlat R;Chammas M;Cormier G;Fabre Mc;Gaud-Listrat V;Latourte A;Lopez A;Maheu E;Nayral N;Rannou F;Rat Ac;Rören A;Roux Ch;Mathieu S;Nguyen C;Pers Ym;Sellam J | JOINT BONE SPINE | hand | 10.1016/j.jbspin.2025.106000 | 93 | 106000 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a clinical practice guideline/recommendations document, not a randomized controlled trial. It describes recommendations for management of hand OA based on systematic review of existing literature. |
| 41186016 | Fu Y | 2025 | Prehabilitation Enhances Functional And Structural Recovery Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Fu Y;Tian Y;Zhao Z;Li Z | KNEE SURGERY, SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY, ARTHROSCOPY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ESSKA | | 10.1002/ksa.70170 | | | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates prehabilitation before ACL reconstruction, not osteoarthritis management. The population and condition do not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 41191918 | Nelligan Rk | 2025 | Impact Of A Consumer E-Learning Course On Beliefs, Treatment Choices, And Outcomes Among People With Hip And Knee Osteoarthritis: Qualitative Interview Study. | Nelligan Rk;Spiers L;Hinman Rs;Bennell Kl | JMIR AGING | hip; knee | 10.2196/80282 | 8 | E80282 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative interview study exploring perspectives on a consumer e-learning course for hip/knee OA. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 41197122 | Burley Cv | 2025 | Healthy Body And Mind Program To Improve Health Outcomes And Reduce Dementia Risk In People With Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Feasibility And Acceptability Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Burley Cv;Yeates W;Mcleod Ka;Jones Md;Borges N;Brodaty H;Parmenter Bj | JMIR RESEARCH PROTOCOLS | | 10.2196/75816 | 14 | E75816 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This is a protocol for an RCT of the Healthy Body and Mind Program for people with OA and cognitive decline compared to waitlist control. While it appears to include exercise components, the abstract does not clearly indicate comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise as the primary intervention difference. |
| 41219301 | Zheng S | 2025 | Machine Learning Prediction Of Osteoarthritis Risk From Volatile Organic Compound Exposure Using Shap Interpretation In Us Adults. | Zheng S;Zhu J;Cao X;Chen Z;Zhang C;Xia T;Shen J | SCIENTIFIC REPORTS | | 10.1038/s41598-025-23050-7 | 15 | 39477 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational study using NHANES data to predict OA risk from VOC exposure using machine learning. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 41226962 | Kong Sh | 2025 | | Kong Sh;Moon Jy;Kim Hs;Bae Js | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE | NA | 10.3390/jcm14217565 | 14 | | INCLUDE | high | This RCT in post-TKA patients with OA compares therapist-supervised neuromuscular training (GLA:D-M) versus modified home-based exercise with lower-limb strengthening (GLA:D-C). This clearly compares supervised versus unsupervised/home-based exercise delivery. |
| 41235391 | Lippi L | 2025 | | Lippi L;Turco A;Rudrappa Gh;Moalli S;De Sire A;Invernizzi M | FRONTIERS IN PAIN RESEARCH (LAUSANNE, SWITZERLAND) | NA | 10.3389/fpain.2025.1595957 | 6 | 1595957 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates Astragalus membranaceus root extract versus placebo for knee joint pain. It is a pharmacological intervention study, not an exercise comparison. |
| 41237400 | Zhu Sj | 2025 | User Engagement And Experiences With An Online Unsupervised Tai Chi Program For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: Mixed Methods Process Evaluation Nested In A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Zhu Sj;Hinman Rs;Nelligan Rk;Li P;De Silva Ap;Harrison J;Kimp Aj;Bennell Kl | JMIR REHABILITATION AND ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES | knee | 10.2196/82115 | 12 | E82115 | INCLUDE | high | This is a process evaluation nested in an RCT comparing an online unsupervised Tai Chi program plus app support versus online education alone in people with knee osteoarthritis. The study compares supervised/structured exercise delivery to control, meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 41238358 | Bunæs-Næss H | 2025 | Effects Of Aquatic High-Intensity Interval Training On Patient-Reported Outcome Measures And Quality-Adjusted Life-Years In Adults With Rheumatic And Musculoskeletal Diseases: A Secondary Analysis Of The Aquahigh Randomised Controlled Trial. | Bunæs-Næss H;Nilsson Bb;Kvæl Lah;Heywood Se;Gerritsen Rb;Heiberg Ke | BMJ OPEN | | 10.1136/bmjopen-2025-102841 | 15 | E102841 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares aquatic high-intensity interval training versus aquatic moderate continuous training. Both interventions were group-based and peer-led with similar supervision levels; the comparison is exercise intensity, not supervision. |
| 41238645 | Katagiri N | 2025 | Effects Of Tens With Home Exercise Improve Pain And Muscle Strength In Older Adults With Pre-Radiographic To Mild Knee Osteoarthritis. | Katagiri N;Kawashima K;Hamasuna M;Motoyama M;Yamaguchi T | SCIENTIFIC REPORTS | knee | 10.1038/s41598-025-23670-z | 15 | 39992 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares TENS with home exercise versus sham TENS with home exercise. Both groups received the same home exercise component; the comparison is about TENS vs sham TENS, not about supervision levels of exercise. |
| 41261710 | Phan Mh | 2025 | Risk Factors For Severe Knee Osteoarthritis And Efficacy Of Diacerein In Obese Vietnamese Patients: A Randomized, Single-Blind, Noncontrolled Clinical Trial. | Phan Mh;Huynh Tc;La Vp;Pham Hk;Vo Mp;Nguyen Hn;Tran Mc;Vo Ht | MEDICINE | knee | 10.1097/MD.0000000000045506 | 104 | E45506 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two different doses of Diacerein medication (50 mg vs 100 mg/day) in obese patients with knee osteoarthritis. It does not involve any comparison of exercise interventions or supervision levels. |
| 41263930 | Wan K | 2025 | Does Preoperative Prehabilitation Improve Lower Limb Motor Function In Patients With Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture? A Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Wan K;Zhang Q;Xu Y;Li L;Ma B;Lei X;Mi Y;Jiang J;Shang H;Qiao H;Wang B | BMJ OPEN | | 10.1136/bmjopen-2025-107045 | 15 | E107045 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT protocol involves patients with anterior cruciate ligament rupture, not osteoarthritis as the primary condition. The population does not meet inclusion criteria despite comparing standardized preoperative rehabilitation versus home-based training. |
| 41272831 | Shi X | 2025 | Internet Of Things-Based Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Combined With Exercise Therapy In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Randomized, Controlled, Noninferiority Trial Protocol. | Shi X;Xie Y;Zhao N;Han Z;Qin J;Cui C;Sun H;Sun L;Guo Q;Li X | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-025-09162-5 | 26 | 529 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT protocol comparing Internet of Things-based pulsed electromagnetic field combined with exercise (IOT-BPEMFE, likely remote/home-based) versus traditional outpatient therapy (OT, likely supervised) in knee osteoarthritis patients. This represents a comparison of telerehabilitation/remote delivery versus clinic-based delivery, which likely differs in supervision level. |
| 41281824 | Srivastava N | 2025 | Comparative Study Of Conventional Exercises Combined With Laser Therapy Versus Longwave Diathermy Along With Conventional Exercises In Patellofemoral Osteoarthritis: Effects On Pain And Functional Outcomes. | Srivastava N;Meena Nk;Modi A;Saharan Ak;Mahajan S;Jain K | JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC CASE REPORTS | | 10.13107/jocr.2025.v15.i11.6384 | 15 | 288-294 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two different adjunctive physical therapy modalities (laser therapy vs longwave diathermy) both combined with conventional exercises, but does not compare different levels of supervision. Both groups appear to receive supervised conventional exercise similarly. |
| 41299441 | Liu Gm | 2025 | Development And Validation Of The Bpdkc Model For Predicting Sarcopenic Knee Osteoarthritis In Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study. | Liu Gm;Sun B;Yang Jy;Rong Cy;Wang Y;Hu Ym;Yang Lf;Pang J;Zhan Hs | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-025-09311-6 | 26 | 1072 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cross-sectional observational study developing a prediction model for sarcopenic knee osteoarthritis, not a randomized controlled trial comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. No exercise intervention was tested. |
| 41302162 | Jarungvittayakon C | 2025 | Effectiveness Of Mobile Exergaming With Sensor-Based Visual Feedback As An Adjunct Therapy For Home-Based Quadriceps Exercise Training In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial. | Jarungvittayakon C;Sa-Ngasoongsong P;Chockchaisakul D;Bamrungchaowkasem J;Wongsak S | LIFE (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) | knee | 10.3390/life15111738 | 15 | | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT in knee OA comparing mobile exergaming home-based program versus standard home-based exercise. While both are home-based, the exergaming involves sensor-based visual feedback which may represent a form of supervision difference worth including. |
| 41307295 | Zhu Sj | 2025 | Exploring Experiences Of People With Knee Osteoarthritis Who Participated In An Online Unsupervised Tai Chi Program: A Qualitative Study. | Zhu Sj;Haber T;Nelligan Rk;Bennell Kl;Hinman Rs;Lawford Bj | ACR OPEN RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | 10.1002/acr2.70123 | 7 | E70123 | INCLUDE | moderate | Qualitative study nested within an RCT of online unsupervised Tai Chi for knee OA. Although this report focuses on qualitative experiences, it indicates an underlying RCT that likely compared supervision levels. |
| 41316605 | Ahmadi M | 2025 | Impact Of Home-Based Exercise And Clinic-Based Physiotherapy On Mobility Status Of Patients Undergoing Total Knee Replacement: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Ahmadi M;Teymoori E;Fereidouni A;Hosseini Sa;Maleki Z;Zarei M;Alizadeh A;Mahmoudi S | JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES | knee | 10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.09.006 | 45 | 431-437 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing home-based exercise versus clinic-based physiotherapy in TKR patients (osteoarthritis indication). Directly compares different supervision settings over 4 weeks. |
| 41317052 | Ergan M | 2025 | The Relationship Between The Level Of Somatosensory Amplification And Psychological And Functional Status In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Ergan M;Parpucu Ti̇;Başkurt Z;Başkurt F;Atay T | NIGERIAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PRACTICE | hip; knee | 10.4103/njcp.njcp_322_25 | 28 | 1297-1304 | EXCLUDE | high | Cross-sectional observational study examining correlations between psychological factors in knee OA patients. Not a randomized controlled trial and does not involve any exercise intervention. |
| 41324217 | Zhou L | 2025 | Effectiveness Of A Modified Knee Joint Functional Exercise Method Combined With A Goniometer In Patients After Joint Replacement Surgery. | Zhou L;Han Y;Hu X | JOURNAL OF MUSCULOSKELETAL & NEURONAL INTERACTIONS | knee | 10.22540/JMNI-25-456 | 25 | 456-462 | EXCLUDE | high | Study involves patients after knee joint replacement surgery, not osteoarthritis as the primary condition. Does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 41327468 | Wei C | 2025 | Efficacy Of Core Muscle Strengthening Training Around The Knee Compared To Oral Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs In Early-Stage Knee Osteoarthritis Patients: Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Wei C;Wang X;Xiong Y;Song W;Guo X;Yu J;Jiang W;Zhao Y;Yang Z;Sun Z;Huang R;Sun Y | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-025-08996-3 | 26 | 555 | EXCLUDE | high | Protocol for RCT comparing exercise (core muscle strengthening training) to oral NSAIDs in early knee OA. Does not compare different levels of exercise supervision but rather exercise versus medication. |
| 41333772 | Guo Y | 2025 | Can Chinese Patients Restore Normal Knee Function 1 year After Total Knee Arthroplasty? | Guo Y;Wu H;Chang X;Bao H;Ma J;Xu C;Yao S | FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE | knee | 10.3389/fmed.2025.1683601 | 12 | 1683601 | EXCLUDE | high | Cross-sectional study developing a culturally adapted assessment tool for post-TKA patients, not an RCT. Does not meet study design criteria. |
| 41366694 | Roseen Ej | 2025 | Which Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Patients Will Improve With Nonsurgical Treatment? A Secondary Analysis Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Roseen Ej;Smith Cn;Rahim A;Deal C;Fischer R;Morone Ne;Flack A;Penza C;Suri P;Dougherty Pe;Weiner Dk;Schneider Mj | CHIROPRACTIC & MANUAL THERAPIES | | 10.1186/s12998-025-00620-0 | 33 | 57 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis of an RCT in lumbar spinal stenosis patients, not osteoarthritis. The population does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 41374487 | Plavoukou T | 2025 | A Sensor-Augmented Telerehabilitation System For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial Of Neuromuscular, Functional, And Psychosocial Outcomes. | Plavoukou T;Kasnesis P;Contiero Syropoulou A;Papagiannis G;Stasinopoulos D;Georgoudis G | SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) | knee | 10.3390/s25237113 | 25 | | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing sensor-augmented telerehabilitation with remote physiotherapist supervision versus conventional face-to-face physiotherapy in knee OA patients. This represents a comparison of different supervision modalities (remote vs in-person), which meets inclusion criteria. |
| 41381113 | Zabarmawi J | 2025 | Efficacy Of An Acute Bout Of Isometric Wall Squat Exercise On Pain Sensitivity And Clinical Pain Intensity In Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial In Outpatient Physiotherapy Clinics In Saudi Arabia. | Zabarmawi J;Miller Ct;Owen Pj;Mundell Nl;Meny A;Aldhafri S;Banjar R;Alzahrani H | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2025-103756 | 15 | E103756 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two volumes of acute isometric wall squat exercise versus control (quiet sitting) in knee OA patients at outpatient physiotherapy clinics. All exercise appears to be acutely supervised in clinic settings with no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 41387849 | Streck Le | 2025 | Patient Reported Outcomes During The First Month Following Anterior And Posterior Total Hip Arthroplasty And Hip Resurfacing. | Streck Le;Springer B;Haralambiev L;Spilo K;Bechler U;Boettner F | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip | 10.1186/s12891-025-09337-w | 26 | 1095 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a retrospective study comparing surgical approaches (DAA-THA, PA-THA, and HR) for hip osteoarthritis, not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. The focus is on surgical outcomes, not exercise supervision. |
| 41401375 | Im Yj | 2025 | Feasibility And Preliminary Effectiveness Of A Mobile App-Based Personalized Exercise Program In Older Patients With Chronic Knee Osteoarthritis: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Im Yj;Choi J;Choi Sa;Kwon Jy;Do Jg | JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH | knee | 10.2196/71073 | 13 | E71073 | INCLUDE | high | This is a pilot RCT comparing a mobile app-based personalized self-exercise program (with remote monitoring by physiotherapists) versus a paper-based self-exercise program in older patients with chronic knee OA. This compares different levels of remote/digital supervision in unsupervised exercise delivery. |
| 41418994 | Hinman Rs | 2025 | Mobile App To Support Home Exercise Adherence In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Hinman Rs;Nelligan Rk;Campbell Pk;Li P;Lamb Ke;Stratulate S;Kimp Aj;Mok Yf;Graham B;Merolli M;Bennell Kl | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2025.12.012 | | | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing home-based exercise with app support versus home-based exercise alone in knee OA patients. Both arms appear to be unsupervised (home-based, physiotherapist-prescribed), making this relevant to digital/remote supervision versus minimal supervision comparisons. |
| 41438383 | Zhao X | 2025 | The Impact Of Patient-Controlled Analgesia Combined With Self-Management Training On Pain Modulation In Diabetic Patients With Chronic Knee Pain. | Zhao X;Huang Z;Su Z;Zhou H;Chen L | JOURNAL OF PAIN RESEARCH | knee | 10.2147/JPR.S537565 | 18 | 6769-6777 | EXCLUDE | high | This is not a randomized controlled trial but a cohort study of patients undergoing knee replacement surgery. The study compares PCA with self-management training versus standard care, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise in OA patients. |
| 41456047 | Özden F | 2025 | Development Of Video Exercise-Based Mobile Application To Improve The Clinical Outcomes In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Özden F;Tuğay Bu;Çoban O;Süzek Be;Tuğay N;Sari Z;Çetinkaya İ;Cinbaz G;Tümtürk İ | BMC SPORTS SCIENCE, MEDICINE & REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1186/s13102-025-01503-w | 18 | 39 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares mobile application-delivered video exercise versus paper-based exercise in knee OA. This represents a comparison of different delivery modes with likely differences in supervision/guidance structure, meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 41469620 | Larsson Sl | 2025 | Long-Term Effects Of Neuromuscular Exercise Therapy And The Need For Surgical Conversion In Wrist Osteoarthritis: 24-Month Results From A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Larsson Sl;Ekstrand E;Dahlin Lb;Björkman A;Brogren E | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.1186/s12891-025-09463-5 | 27 | 76 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares neuromuscular exercise therapy versus range-of-motion exercises in wrist OA patients with a 12-week self-management program. Both appear to be self-managed/home-based, but supervision level differences are ambiguous, warranting inclusion for full-text review. |
| 41473165 | Wei Z | 2025 | Effects Of Imb Model-Based Rehabilitation On Exercise Compliance And Knee Function After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Wei Z;Wei Y;Feng Y;Yang Q;Zhang L;He X | FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE | knee | 10.3389/fmed.2025.1619435 | 12 | 1619435 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates an IMB model-based rehabilitation intervention versus conventional nursing care after total knee arthroplasty. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision in osteoarthritis patients. |
| 35854659 | Bozgeyik S | 2024 | Supervised Exercises Have Superior Effects Compared To Home-Based Exercises For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis Following Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection. | Bozgeyik S;Kinikli Gi;Topal Y;Beydagi Mg;Turhan E;Kilinç He;Güney-Deniz H | RESEARCH IN SPORTS MEDICINE (PRINT) | knee | 10.1080/15438627.2022.2102920 | 32 | 279-289 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT directly compares physiotherapist-supervised exercises versus home-based exercises in 30 women with knee OA following PRP injection. This is a clear comparison of supervised versus unsupervised exercise programs. |
| 36519505 | Kim J | 2024 | Fall Experiences From The Perspectives Of People With Osteoarthritis: In Their Own Words. | Kim J;Foucher K | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | | 10.1080/09638288.2022.2156629 | 46 | 77-85 | EXCLUDE | high | Qualitative focus group study exploring fall experiences in people with OA. Not a randomized controlled trial and does not compare exercise interventions. |
| 37496462 | Latijnhouwers Dajm | 2024 | Adherence To The Dutch Recommendation For Physical Activity: Prior To And After Primary Total Hip And Knee Arthroplasty. | Latijnhouwers Dajm;Hoogendoorn Kg;Nelissen Rghh;Putter H;Vliet Vlieland Tpm;Gademan Mgj | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | hip; knee | 10.1080/09638288.2023.2237409 | 46 | 2862-2870 | EXCLUDE | high | Observational cohort study examining physical activity adherence before and after arthroplasty in OA patients. Not an RCT and does not compare different supervision levels of exercise interventions. |
| 37566137 | Das L | 2024 | Telerehabilitation Is As Effective As Outpatient Visits In The Management Of Early Osteoarthritis Knee And Mechanical Low Backache. | Das L;Sharma Pk;Singh G;Goyal T | EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY & TRAUMATOLOGY : ORTHOPEDIE TRAUMATOLOGIE | knee | 10.1007/s00590-023-03673-0 | 34 | 405-413 | INCLUDE | moderate | Compares teleconsultation (remote/unsupervised) vs outpatient (supervised) rehabilitation for early OA knee. Both groups received exercise programs that likely differed in supervision level, though detailed exercise descriptions are not provided in the abstract. |
| 37572720 | Zhao R | 2024 | A Smartphone Application-Based Remote Rehabilitation System For Post-Total Knee Arthroplasty Rehabilitation: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Zhao R;Cheng L;Zheng Q;Lv Y;Wang Ym;Ni M;Ren P;Feng Z;Ji Q;Zhang G | THE JOURNAL OF ARTHROPLASTY | knee | 10.1016/j.arth.2023.08.019 | 39 | 575-581.E8 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing smartphone app-based remote rehabilitation vs home-based rehabilitation with outpatient guidance after TKA in OA patients. Appears to differ in supervision level (remote digital vs outpatient guidance), though primarily post-surgical population. |
| 37678215 | Tümtürk İ | 2024 | Effect Of Telerehabilitation-Based Exercise And Education On Pain, Function, Strength, Proprioception, And Psychosocial Parameters In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial. | Tümtürk İ;Bakirhan S;Özden F;Gültaç E;Kilinç Cy | AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1097/PHM.0000000000002335 | 103 | 222-232 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares home-based telerehabilitation (online platform delivery) versus home-based paper instruction manual in patients with knee OA. This represents a comparison of remote supervision versus self-directed unsupervised exercise. |
| 37728076 | Roxburgh Bh | 2024 | Upper-Limb High-Intensity Interval Training Or Passive Heat Therapy To Optimize Cardiorespiratory Fitness Prior To Total Hip Or Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Roxburgh Bh;Campbell Ha;Cotter Jd;Reymann U;Williams Mja;Gwynne-Jones D;Thomas Kn | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | hip; knee | 10.1002/acr.25238 | 76 | 393-402 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT comparing supervised HIIT and heat therapy versus home-based exercise in patients with severe hip/knee osteoarthritis awaiting surgery. The comparison between supervised clinic-based interventions (HIIT, Heat) and home-based exercise meets inclusion criteria despite the presurgical context. |
| 37738062 | Chang Hl | 2024 | Effects Of A Hybrid Teaching Program On Lower Limb Muscle Strength, Knee Function, And Depression In Older Adults After Total Knee Replacement: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Chang Hl;Hsu Mf;Wong Th;Chung Yc;Huang Hl | RESEARCH IN GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING | knee | 10.3928/19404921-20230918-01 | 17 | 31-40 | EXCLUDE | high | This study is in post-TKR patients, not people with osteoarthritis as the primary condition. The population is post-surgical rather than OA patients receiving conservative management. |
| 37747343 | Okudan B | 2024 | The Effectiveness Of Telerehabilitation-Based Exercise Combined With Pain Neuroscience Education For Patients With Facet Joint Arthrosis: A Randomized Controlled Study. | Okudan B;Çelik D;Koban O | EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PAIN (LONDON, ENGLAND) | | 10.1002/ejp.2187 | 28 | 382-395 | EXCLUDE | high | This study involves patients with low back pain due to facet joint arthrosis, not osteoarthritis. Additionally, it compares exercise+PNE versus exercise alone versus control, not supervision levels. |
| 37873670 | Shah N | 2024 | Perceptions About Smartphone-Based Interventions To Promote Physical Activity In Inactive Adults With Knee Pain - A Qualitative Study. | Shah N;Borrelli B;Kumar D | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION. ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY | knee | 10.1080/17483107.2023.2272854 | 19 | 2221-2228 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study using focus groups to explore perceptions about smartphone-based interventions in people with knee pain. It is not an RCT and does not compare exercise interventions. |
| 37879621 | D'souza N | 2024 | Delivering Load-Modifying Gait Retraining Interventions Via Telehealth In People With Medial Knee Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Randomized Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial. | D'souza N;Hutchison L;Grayson J;Hiller C;Kobayashi S;Simic M | JOURNAL OF APPLIED BIOMECHANICS | knee | 10.1123/jab.2023-0089 | 40 | 50-65 | EXCLUDE | high | This pilot RCT compares three different gait retraining interventions (toe-in, toe-out, placebo) delivered via hybrid face-to-face and telehealth in people with knee OA. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 37891073 | Hong Y | 2024 | The Effectiveness Of Home Rehabilitation Based On Bpmpathway Exercise Rehabilitation System For Patients After Total Knee Arthroplasty In China. | Hong Y;Wang J;Zhang X;Zhao D;He H;Sun M | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND TRAUMA NURSING | knee | 10.1016/j.ijotn.2023.101062 | 53 | 101062 | EXCLUDE | high | Quasi-experimental study (not randomized) comparing BPMpathway system-guided home rehabilitation versus routine follow-up after TKA. Does not meet RCT design requirement. |
| 38081949 | Charalambous A | 2024 | Virtual Versus In-Person Physiotherapy Following Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Comparative Analysis. | Charalambous A;Ekhtiari S;Wainwright Av;Najafi R;Chaudhry H;Pincus D;Ravi B | INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS | knee | 10.1007/s00264-023-06054-8 | 48 | 65-70 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares virtual versus in-person physiotherapy after total knee arthroplasty, not in patients with osteoarthritis. The population is post-surgical TKA patients, which is a different condition than OA itself. |
| 38130375 | Rathbun Am | 2024 | Duloxetine Plus Exercise For Knee Osteoarthritis And Depression: A Feasibility Study. | Rathbun Am;Mehta R;Ryan As;Dong Y;Beamer B;Golden J;Gallo Jj;Luborsky M;Shardell Md;Peer Je;Hochberg Mc | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | knee | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2023.100426 | 6 | 100426 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm feasibility study of supervised exercise plus duloxetine with no comparison group. It does not meet the RCT design requirement. |
| 38157312 | Labie C | 2024 | Integration Of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy For Insomnia In Best-Practice Care For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis And Insomnia: A Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol. | Labie C;Runge N;Mairesse O;Nijs J;Malfliet A;Verschueren S;Van Assche D;De Vlam K;Luyten F;Bilterys T;Cools W;De Pourcq V;Delwiche B;Huysmans E;De Baets L | PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.1093/ptj/pzad181 | 104 | | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTi) plus best-practice KOA care versus best-practice care plus lifestyle education. Both groups receive the same supervised physical therapy-led best-practice care; the comparison is not about supervision level of exercise but about adding CBTi versus lifestyle education. |
| 38158166 | Andronic O | 2024 | Clinical Equipoise In The Management Of Patients With Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome And Concomitant Tönnis Grade 2 Hip Osteoarthritis Or Greater: An International Expert-Panel Delphi Study. | Andronic O;Lu V;Claydon-Mueller Ls;Cubberley R;Khanduja V | ARTHROSCOPY : THE JOURNAL OF ARTHROSCOPIC & RELATED SURGERY : OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE ARTHROSCOPY ASSOCIATION OF NORTH AMERICA AND THE INTERNATIONAL ARTHROSCOPY ASSOCIATION | hip | 10.1016/j.arthro.2023.12.010 | 40 | 2029-2038.E1 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a Delphi study gathering expert opinion on management of FAIS with hip OA, not a randomized controlled trial. It discusses the need for future RCTs but does not report results from an actual trial. |
| 38183045 | Larsson Sl | 2024 | Effects Of A Neuromuscular Joint-Protective Exercise Therapy Program For Treatment Of Wrist Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Larsson Sl;Ekstrand E;Dahlin Lb;Björkman A;Brogren E | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.1186/s12891-023-07157-4 | 25 | 38 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares a neuromuscular joint-protective exercise therapy program vs ROM exercises in wrist OA patients. Both are described as 12-week self-management programs, and while supervision level is not explicitly stated, it likely differs between intervention types and warrants inclusion for full-text review. |
| 38192160 | Gränicher P | 2024 | Exercise- And Education-Based Prehabilitation Before Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Pilot Study. | Gränicher P;Mulder L;Lenssen T;Fucentese Sf;Swanenburg J;De Bie R;Scherr J | JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | 10.2340/jrm.v56.18326 | 56 | JRM18326 | INCLUDE | high | This is a pilot RCT comparing supervised exercise- and education-based prehabilitation vs usual care in knee OA patients awaiting arthroplasty. It clearly compares supervised exercise intervention against standard care. |
| 38193980 | Foissey C | 2024 | Adapting Hip Arthroplasty Practices During The Covid-19 Pandemic: Assessing The Impact Of Outpatient Care Sudden Increase On Early Complications And Clinical Outcomes. | Foissey C;Pineda T;Servien E;Fontalis A;Batailler C;Lustig S | SICOT-J | hip | 10.1051/sicotj/2023037 | 10 | 1 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a retrospective observational study comparing hip arthroplasty practices before and after COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on outpatient care and length of stay. It is not a randomized controlled trial and does not compare exercise supervision levels. |
| 38211730 | Miller Md | 2024 | Completion Of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures Improved With Use Of A Mobile Application In Arthroplasty Patients: Results From A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Miller Md;Redfern Re;Anderson Mb;Abshagen S;Van Andel D;Lonner Jh | THE JOURNAL OF ARTHROPLASTY | | 10.1016/j.arth.2024.01.007 | 39 | 1656-1662 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares mobile app-based vs standard methods for collecting patient-reported outcome measures after arthroplasty. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision; both groups received self-directed rehabilitation. |
| 38245801 | Krauss I | 2024 | Effectiveness Of An 11-Week Exercise Intervention For Patients With Hip Or Knee Osteoarthritis: Results Of A Quasi-Experimental Pragmatic Trial. | Krauss I;Roesel I;Martus P;Giurgiu M;Mueller G | BMC SPORTS SCIENCE, MEDICINE & REHABILITATION | hip; knee | 10.1186/s13102-023-00779-0 | 16 | 24 | INCLUDE | moderate | This quasi-experimental pragmatic trial compares an 11-week exercise intervention (8 group sessions plus structured home exercise) to standard care alone in hip/knee OA patients. The group exercise sessions likely involve supervision while standard care may not, representing a potential difference in supervision level that warrants full-text review. |
| 38263125 | Stevenson Rdm | 2024 | Influence Of The Intelligent Knee Osteoarthritis Lifestyle App (Ikoala) On Knee Joint Pain. | Stevenson Rdm;Chowdhury Ea;Lobo J;Western Mj;Bilzon Jlj | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-024-07198-3 | 25 | 90 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm user trial (n=38) evaluating the iKOALA app for KOA over 12 weeks. It is not a randomized controlled trial with a comparison group. |
| 38286686 | De Vries Aj | 2024 | Effects Of 6 Weeks Of Cryotherapy Plus Compression Therapy After Total Or Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty: Protocol For A Single-Centre, Single-Blind Randomised Controlled Trial. | De Vries Aj;Aksakal Hk;Brouwer Rw | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-077614 | 14 | E077614 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT testing cryotherapy plus compression therapy versus usual care after knee arthroplasty. The population has arthroplasty (not osteoarthritis as the condition being treated), and the intervention is cryotherapy not exercise. |
| 38304412 | Ribeiro Dc | 2024 | Mediators Of The Effects Of Exercise And Manual Therapy For People With Knee And Hip Osteoarthritis: A Secondary, Exploratory Analysis Of The Moa Trial. | Ribeiro Dc;Lamb Se;Abbott Jh | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | knee; hip | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2023.100431 | 6 | 100431 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a secondary analysis of the MOA RCT comparing supervised manual therapy and exercise therapy in addition to usual care in knee/hip osteoarthritis. While the comparison focuses on manual therapy versus exercise, the supervised nature of the intervention versus usual care suggests differing supervision levels warrant inclusion for full-text review. |
| 38322146 | Battista S | 2024 | Sex And Age Differences In The Patient-Reported Outcome Measures And Adherence To An Osteoarthritis Digital Self-Management Intervention. | Battista S;Lohmander Ls;Dell'isola A;Dahlberg Le;Kiadaliri A | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2024.100437 | 6 | 100437 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a register-based observational study of a digital OA self-management intervention, not an RCT. It examines sex and age differences in outcomes and adherence but does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 38323999 | Karaborklu Argut S | 2024 | Does The Combination Of Platelet-Rich Plasma And Supervised Exercise Yield Better Pain Relief And Enhanced Function In Knee Osteoarthritis? A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Karaborklu Argut S;Celik D;Ergin On;Kilicoglu Oi | CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND RELATED RESEARCH | knee | 10.1097/CORR.0000000000002993 | 482 | 1051-1061 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT in knee osteoarthritis comparing three arms including a supervised exercise group versus PRP alone. The exercise intervention is described as a 6-week structured program with 12 supervised individual sessions, which qualifies as supervised exercise and allows comparison of supervision levels. |
| 38330866 | Ochandorena-Acha M | 2024 | Perioperative Experiences Of Patients With High Pain Catastrophizing And Knee Arthroplasty After Receiving Or Not Preoperative Physiotherapy: Qualitative Study. | Ochandorena-Acha M;Escribà -Salvans A;Hernández-Hermoso Ja;Terradas-Monllor M | MUSCULOSKELETAL SCIENCE & PRACTICE | knee | 10.1016/j.msksp.2024.102918 | 70 | 102918 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study exploring perioperative experiences of patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty who received or did not receive preoperative physiotherapy. The population has knee arthroplasty (not osteoarthritis as the condition being treated), and the study design is qualitative rather than an RCT. |
| 38338212 | Zdziechowski A | 2024 | The Effectiveness Of Preoperative Outpatient And Home Rehabilitation And The Impact On The Results Of Hip Arthroplasty: Introductory Report. | Zdziechowski A;Zdziechowska M;Rysz J;Woldańska-Okońska M | HEALTHCARE (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) | hip | 10.3390/healthcare12030327 | 12 | | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares preoperative outpatient rehabilitation versus home exercises versus no intervention in hip OA patients undergoing arthroplasty. The outpatient versus home exercise comparison likely differs in supervision level, meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 38350917 | Bennell Kl | 2024 | Effectiveness Of A Telehealth-Delivered Clinician-Supported Exercise And Weight Loss Program For Hip Osteoarthritis - Protocol For The Better Hip Randomised Controlled Trial. | Bennell Kl;Keating C;Lawford B;Graham B;Hall M;Simpson Ja;Mcmanus F;Hosking B;Sumithran P;Harris A;Woode Me;Francis Jj;Marlow J;Poh S;Hinman Rs | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip | 10.1186/s12891-023-07131-0 | 25 | 138 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT protocol comparing a telehealth-delivered clinician-supported exercise program (physiotherapist consultations with home-based exercise) versus information-only control in people with hip OA. This represents a comparison of supervised/guided versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 38378564 | Moezy A | 2024 | A Controlled Randomized Trial With A 12-Week Follow-Up Investigating The Effects Of Medium-Frequency Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation On Pain, Vmo Thickness, And Functionality In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Moezy A;Masoudi S;Nazari A;Abasi A | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-024-07266-8 | 25 | 158 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) with and without exercise therapy in KOA patients. All groups received supervised treatment sessions, so there is no comparison of supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 38381078 | Blatgé H | 2024 | Patient Perception Of Group Consultations For Knee Osteoarthritis And Influence Of Area-Level Deprivation: A Service Evaluation In A Physiotherapy Musculoskeletal Setting. | Blatgé H;Shanmugam S;Slattery B;Lewis O;Nicol Z | MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE | knee | 10.1002/msc.1870 | 22 | E1870 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a service evaluation, not a randomized controlled trial. While it involves group consultations for knee OA patients, it does not compare supervised versus unsupervised exercise interventions. |
| 38385220 | Damsted C | 2024 | Early Surgery Versus Exercise Therapy And Patient Education For Traumatic And Nontraumatic Meniscal Tears In Young Adults-An Exploratory Analysis From The Dream Trial. | Damsted C;Skou St;Hölmich P;Lind M;Varnum C;Jensen Hp;Hansen Ms;Thorlund Jb | THE JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY | menisc | 10.2519/jospt.2024.12245 | 54 | 340-349 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares early meniscal surgery versus supervised exercise therapy in young adults with meniscal tears, not osteoarthritis as the primary condition. The population does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 38398248 | Moutzouri M | 2024 | Effectiveness Of A Web-Guided Self-Managed Telerehabilitation Program Enhanced With Outdoor Physical Activity On Physical Function, Physical Activity Levels And Pain In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Moutzouri M;Koumantakis Ga;Hurley M;Kladouchou Ag;Gioftsos G | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.3390/jcm13040934 | 13 | | INCLUDE | high | This is a randomized controlled trial comparing a blended web-based self-managed telerehabilitation program versus outdoor physical activity (usual care) in knee osteoarthritis patients. The comparison is between a web-guided/self-managed program versus usual care, representing different levels of supervision. |
| 38419024 | Rognsvåg T | 2024 | Exercise Therapy, Education, And Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Alone, Or In Combination With Total Knee Arthroplasty, In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Feasibility Study. | Rognsvåg T;Bergvad Ib;Furnes O;Indrekvam K;Lerdal A;Lindberg Mf;Skou St;Stubberud J;Badawy M | PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES | knee | 10.1186/s40814-024-01470-y | 10 | 43 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a randomized controlled trial in knee osteoarthritis patients comparing exercise therapy and education delivered over 12 weeks versus TKA with standard postoperative care. The exercise therapy intervention appears to be a supervised program that differs from standard care. |
| 38423028 | Simpson Ahrw | 2024 | A Preoperative Package Of Care For Osteoarthritis, Consisting Of Weight Loss, Orthotics, Rehabilitation, And Topical And Oral Analgesia (Opportunity): A Two-Centre, Open-Label, Randomised Controlled Feasibility Trial. | Simpson Ahrw;Clement Nd;Simpson Sa;Pandit H;Smillie S;Leeds Ar;Conaghan Pg;Kingsbury Sr;Hamilton D;Craig P;Ray D;Keerie C;Kinsella E;Bell-Higgs A;Mcgarty A;Beadle C;Howie Cr;Norrie J | THE LANCET. RHEUMATOLOGY | | 10.1016/S2665-9913(23)00337-5 | 6 | E237-E246 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a randomized controlled trial comparing a multi-component preoperative package of care (including exercise therapy/rehabilitation) versus standard care in patients with knee osteoarthritis. The intervention includes supervised weekly delivery of exercise therapy, which differs from standard care control. |
| 38425072 | He Xz | 2024 | [Clinical Affect Of Contralateral Knee Pain On Patients Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty]. | He Xz | ZHONGGUO GU SHANG = CHINA JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS AND TRAUMATOLOGY | knee | 10.12200/j.issn.1003-0034.20220448 | 37 | 191-5 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational study examining factors affecting outcomes after total knee arthroplasty, not a randomized controlled trial. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 38431553 | Stevenson Rdm | 2024 | Development Of The Intelligent Knee Osteoarthritis Lifestyle App: A Person-Based Approach. | Stevenson Rdm;Chowdhury Ea;Inza Vb;Western Mj;Walsh Ne;Jones Sl;Bilzon Jlj | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-024-07313-4 | 25 | 189 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a development and usability study describing the creation of a mobile health app for knee osteoarthritis self-management, not an RCT comparing interventions. No randomization or intervention comparison reported. |
| 38461844 | Hinman Rs | 2024 | Telerehabilitation Consultations With A Physiotherapist For Chronic Knee Pain Versus In-Person Consultations In Australia: The Peak Non-Inferiority Randomised Controlled Trial. | Hinman Rs;Campbell Pk;Kimp Aj;Russell T;Foster Ne;Kasza J;Harris A;Bennell Kl | LANCET (LONDON, ENGLAND) | knee | 10.1016/S0140-6736(23)02630-2 | 403 | 1267-1278 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing telerehabilitation (video conferencing) versus in-person physiotherapy consultations for chronic knee pain consistent with osteoarthritis. This compares remote supervision versus direct in-person supervision. |
| 38492047 | Tirasci E | 2024 | The Effect Of Balance Exercises On Central Sensitization In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Tirasci E;Sarpel T;Coskun Benlidayi I;Deniz V | RHEUMATOLOGY INTERNATIONAL | knee | 10.1007/s00296-024-05550-3 | 44 | 795-804 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing supervised balance exercise program (3 days/week for 6 weeks in intervention group) versus education only (control group) in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Clear difference in supervision level between groups. |
| 38495635 | Randsborg Ph | 2024 | Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation Is Not Better Than Arthroscopic Debridement For The Treatment Of Symptomatic Cartilage Lesions Of The Knee: Two-Year Results From A Randomized-Controlled Trial. | Randsborg Ph;Brinchmann Je;Owesen C;Engebretsen L;Birkenes T;Hanvold Ha;Benth Jš;Årøen A | ARTHROSCOPY, SPORTS MEDICINE, AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.asmr.2024.100909 | 6 | 100909 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares surgical interventions (autologous chondrocyte implantation vs arthroscopic debridement) for cartilage lesions, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. Both groups received supervised physiotherapy but this was not the intervention being compared. |
| 38504365 | Amirabadi N | 2024 | Effectiveness Of Telerehabilitation Intervention To Improve Pain And Physical Function In People With Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Amirabadi N;Hessam M;Monjezi S;Molhemi F;Mehravar M;Hosseinpour P | TRIALS | | 10.1186/s13063-024-08047-3 | 25 | 195 | EXCLUDE | high | Study focuses on patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), not osteoarthritis. The population does not meet inclusion criteria for adults with osteoarthritis. |
| 38530232 | Agger N | 2024 | Patient Preferences And Their Effects On Rehabilitation Outcomes: A Secondary Analysis Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Agger N;Bøjstrup Jn;Christiansen Dh | THE JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY | | 10.2519/jospt.2024.12314 | 54 | 408-416 | EXCLUDE | high | Secondary analysis of RCT comparing three rehabilitation delivery modes (group-based, individual, home exercise) for shoulder conditions (rotator cuff, shoulder impingement, acromioclavicular OA), not hip/knee OA. Population does not match inclusion criteria. |
| 38564793 | Boettner F | 2024 | Corr Insights®: Does The Combination Of Platelet-Rich Plasma And Supervised Exercise Yield Better Pain Relief And Enhanced Function In Knee Osteoarthritis? A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Boettner F | CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND RELATED RESEARCH | knee | 10.1097/CORR.0000000000003053 | 482 | 1062-1064 | INCLUDE | low | This is a CORR Insights commentary on an RCT examining platelet-rich plasma combined with supervised exercise for knee OA. The title suggests supervision is a component; full article needed to determine if supervision levels differ between arms. |
| 38569708 | Law L | 2024 | Effectiveness Of An Anti-Inflammatory Diet Versus Low-Fat Diet For Knee Osteoarthritis: The Feast Randomised Controlled Trial Protocol. | Law L;Heerey Jl;Devlin Bl;Brukner P;Kemp Jl;Attanayake A;Hulett Md;De Livera A;Mosler Ab;Morris Hg;White Np;Culvenor Ag | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-079374 | 14 | E079374 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT protocol comparing anti-inflammatory diet versus low-fat diet for knee OA. This is a dietary intervention study, not an exercise intervention comparing supervision levels. |
| 38588540 | Kjeldsen T | 2024 | Progressive Resistance Training Or Neuromuscular Exercise For Hip Osteoarthritis : A Multicenter Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial. | Kjeldsen T;Skou St;Dalgas U;Tønning Lu;Ingwersen Kg;Birch S;Holm Pm;Frydendal T;Garval M;Varnum C;Bibby Bm;Mechlenburg I | ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE | hip | 10.7326/M23-3225 | 177 | 573-582 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing two types of supervised exercise (progressive resistance training vs neuromuscular exercise) in hip OA patients. Both interventions consisted of supervised group sessions twice weekly with no difference in supervision level between groups. |
| 38600607 | Weber F | 2024 | Usability And Preliminary Effectiveness Of An App-Based Physical Activity And Education Program For People With Hip Or Knee Osteoarthritis - A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Weber F;Kloek C;Stuhrmann S;Blum Y;Grüneberg C;Veenhof C | ARTHRITIS RESEARCH & THERAPY | hip; knee | 10.1186/s13075-024-03291-z | 26 | 83 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing app-based (unsupervised/self-directed) physical activity and education program versus usual care in people with hip/knee OA. While not explicitly comparing supervised vs unsupervised exercise, the app-based program represents a non-supervised intervention that could be relevant to the review question. |
| 38601122 | Culvenor Ag | 2024 | Recruitment And Baseline Characteristics Of Young Adults At Risk Of Early-Onset Knee Osteoarthritis After Acl Reconstruction In The Super-Knee Trial. | Culvenor Ag;West Tj;Bruder Am;Scholes Mj;Barton Cj;Roos Em;Oei Ehg;Mcphail Sm;Souza Rb;Lee J;Patterson Be;Girdwood Ma;Couch Jl;Crossley Km | BMJ OPEN SPORT & EXERCISE MEDICINE | knee | 10.1136/bmjsem-2024-001909 | 10 | E001909 | EXCLUDE | moderate | Protocol/baseline characteristics paper for SUPER-Knee RCT in post-ACLR patients at risk of early-onset OA (not established OA). Appears to compare SUPER intervention vs minimal intervention, not primarily a supervision-level comparison. |
| 38601402 | Gell Nm | 2024 | Physical Therapist And Patient Perspectives On Mobile Technology To Support Home Exercise Prescription For People With Arthritis: A Qualitative Study. | Gell Nm;Smith Pa;Wingood M | CUREUS | | 10.7759/cureus.55899 | 16 | E55899 | EXCLUDE | high | Qualitative study examining perspectives on mobile apps for exercise prescription. Not an RCT comparing supervised vs unsupervised exercise interventions. |
| 38608035 | Barrett Pc | 2024 | Provision Of A Home-Based Video-Assisted Therapy Program Is Noninferior To In-Person Hand Therapy After Thumb Carpometacarpal Arthroplasty. | Barrett Pc;Hackley Dt;Yu-Shan Aa;Shumate Tg;Larson Kg;Deneault Cr;Bravo Cj;Peterman Nj;Apel Pj | THE JOURNAL OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY. AMERICAN VOLUME | hand | 10.2106/JBJS.23.00597 | 106 | 674-680 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing video-only therapy vs in-person therapy after thumb CMC arthroplasty (surgical population). Not focused on osteoarthritis as the primary condition being treated with exercise. |
| 38615974 | Losciale Jm | 2024 | Assessing The Efficacy Of The Stop Osteoarthritis (Soar) Program: A Randomized Delayed-Controlled Trial In Persons At Increased Risk Of Early Onset Post-Traumatic Knee Osteoarthritis. | Losciale Jm;Truong Lk;Zhang K;Silvester-Lee T;Miciak M;Pajkic A;Le Cy;Xie H;Hoens Am;Mosewich Ad;Hunt Ma;Li Lc;Roos Em;Whittaker Jl | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2024.04.003 | 32 | 1001-1012 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT in persons at risk of post-traumatic knee OA (not established OA). Does not compare supervised vs unsupervised exercise; compares immediate vs delayed intervention of the same program. |
| 38617705 | Huang L | 2024 | | Huang L;Xia Z;Wade D;Liu J;Zhou G;Yu C;Dawes H;Esser P;Wei S;Song J | JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC TRANSLATION | NA | 10.1016/j.jot.2024.02.008 | 45 | 266-276 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing two exercise interventions (KOAPT pendulum therapy vs walking exercise) in KOA patients. Both appear to be home-based/self-directed exercises that may differ in supervision level, and full text may clarify supervision differences. |
| 38638654 | Garg R | 2024 | Is Quadriceps-Strengthening Exercises (Qse) In Medial-Compartment Knee Osteoarthritis With Neutral And Varus Malalignment A Paradox? - A Risk-Appraisal Of Strength-Training On Disease Progression. | Garg R;Krishna A;Daga R;Arora S;Puri S;Kumar M | MALAYSIAN ORTHOPAEDIC JOURNAL | knee | 10.5704/MOJ.2403.010 | 18 | 73-83 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing two groups with medial compartment knee OA receiving a home-based 12-week strength-training program with weekly supervised hospital visits. Although the primary comparison is between neutral versus varus malalignment groups, both received the same partially supervised exercise program which involves home-based exercise with some supervision, relevant to understanding supervision models in OA. |
| 38664192 | Cottrell Ma | 2024 | Implementing Good Life With Osteoarthritis From Denmark (Gla:D®) In Australian Public Hospitals. Part 2: Service Providers' Perceptions. | Cottrell Ma;Raymer Me;Maclachlan Lr;Vuvan V;Smith Md;O'leary Sp;Vicenzino B;Comans T;Kemp Jl;Barton Cj;Collins Nj | MUSCULOSKELETAL SCIENCE & PRACTICE | | 10.1016/j.msksp.2024.102961 | 71 | 102961 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative implementation study exploring service provider perspectives on implementing the GLA:D program in hospitals. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing different exercise supervision levels. |
| 38763606 | Nazarieh M | 2024 | The Effect Of Intra-Articular Ozone Injection Combined With Home-Based Exercise On Pain And Function In Daily Living Activities Of Patients With Mild To Moderate Knee Osteoarthritis, A Randomized Double-Blinded Controlled Clinical Trial. | Nazarieh M;Ghannadi S;Halabchi F;Maleklou F;Ejtehadi F;Ehsani Kouhikheili Sr;Kluzek S;Alizadeh Z | JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES | knee | 10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.03.066 | 38 | 541-548 | EXCLUDE | high | This is not a supervision comparison study. Both groups received home-based exercise therapy; the comparison is between ozone injection plus exercise versus placebo injection plus exercise, not between different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 38768768 | Bradbury Tl | 2024 | A Remote Physical Therapy Program Demonstrates Similar Outcomes Compared To In-Person, Supervised Physical Therapy After Same-Day Discharge Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Bradbury Tl;Mcconnell Mj;Whitacre D;Naylor Bh;Gibson Bt;Decook Ca | THE JOURNAL OF ARTHROPLASTY | knee | 10.1016/j.arth.2024.05.040 | 39 | 2725-2730.E4 | EXCLUDE | high | Population is total knee arthroplasty patients post-surgery, not patients with osteoarthritis as the primary condition. The intervention compares remote physical therapy to supervised outpatient physical therapy in a surgical recovery context, not for OA management. |
| 38783258 | Kajos Lf | 2024 | Annual Epidemiological And Health Insurance Disease Burden Of Hip Osteoarthritis In Hungary Based On Nationwide Data. | Kajos Lf;Molics B;Elmer D;Pónusz-Kovács D;Kovács B;Horváth L;Csákvári T;Bódis J;Boncz I | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip | 10.1186/s12891-024-07513-y | 25 | 406 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an epidemiological study analyzing nationwide health insurance data on hip osteoarthritis prevalence and costs in Hungary. It is not a randomized controlled trial and does not involve any intervention comparison. |
| 38787559 | Larsen Jb | 2024 | Exercise And Pain Neuroscience Education For Patients With Chronic Pain After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Larsen Jb;Skou St;Laursen M;Bruun Nh;Arendt-Nielsen L;Madeleine P | JAMA NETWORK OPEN | knee | 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.12179 | 7 | E2412179 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT in post-TKA patients with chronic pain comparing supervised neuromuscular exercise plus pain neuroscience education vs pain neuroscience education alone. While the population is post-surgical (not primary OA), they likely have underlying OA, and the study compares exercise with supervision to a non-exercise control, which may be relevant. |
| 38790925 | Medina-Porqueres I | 2024 | Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections In Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability: A Case Series. | Medina-Porqueres I;Martin-Garcia P;Sanz-De-Diego S;Reyes-Eldblom M;Moya-Torrecilla F;Mondragon-Cortes R;Rosado-Velazquez D;Gomez-Caceres A | BIOMEDICINES | ankle | 10.3390/biomedicines12050963 | 12 | | EXCLUDE | high | This is a retrospective case series (not an RCT) evaluating platelet-rich plasma injections for chronic lateral ankle instability. The condition is not osteoarthritis and the study design is not a randomized controlled trial. |
| 38792642 | Sapundzhiev L | 2024 | Endophenotypes Of Primary Osteoarthritis Of The Hip Joint In The Bulgarian Population Over 60 Years Old. | Sapundzhiev L;Sapundzhieva T;Klinkanov K;Mitev M;Simitchiev K;Batalov A | LIFE (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) | hip | 10.3390/life14050622 | 14 | | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis of two previous RCTs examining pharmacological interventions (intra-articular corticosteroids, hyaluronic acid, and intravenous bisphosphonates) in hip OA. While physical exercises are mentioned as part of standard care, the study does not compare supervised vs non-supervised exercise. |
| 38822360 | Hong Qm | 2024 | Intermittent Blood Flow Restriction With Low-Load Resistance Training For Older Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized, Controlled, Non-Inferiority Trial Protocol. | Hong Qm;Wang Hn;Liu Xh;Zhou Wq;Luo Xb | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-024-08203-9 | 25 | 352 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a three-arm RCT comparing different types of resistance training (intermittent BFR, continuous BFR, and high-load resistance training) in knee OA patients. All three arms are supervised (twice weekly sessions), with no comparison between supervised and non-supervised exercise. |
| 38831437 | Al-Mhanna Sb | 2024 | Home-Based Circuit Training Improves Blood Lipid Profile, Liver Function, Musculoskeletal Fitness, And Health-Related Quality Of Life In Overweight/Obese Older Adult Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis And Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomized Controlled Trial During The Covid-19 Pandemic. | Al-Mhanna Sb;Batrakoulis A;Mohamed M;Alkhamees Nh;Sheeha Bb;Ibrahim Zm;Aldayel A;Muhamad As;Rahman Sa;Afolabi Ha;Zulkifli Mm;Hafiz Bin Hanafi M;Abubakar Bd;Rojas-Valverde D;Ghazali Wsw | BMC SPORTS SCIENCE, MEDICINE & REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1186/s13102-024-00915-4 | 16 | 125 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT comparing home-based circuit training versus no-exercise control in patients with KOA. While not explicitly comparing supervised versus unsupervised exercise, it likely represents a home-based/minimally supervised intervention that may differ from supervised alternatives, warranting inclusion for full-text review. |
| 38858143 | Farrokhi N | 2024 | Feasibility And Acceptability Of A Telerehabilitation Intervention On Patients Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty In Iran: Randomised Controlled Trial Protocol. | Farrokhi N;Sarzaeem Mm;Feizi D | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-083784 | 14 | E083784 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT protocol comparing telerehabilitation (remote supervision) plus usual care versus usual care alone in TKA patients with knee OA. Although comparing telerehab to usual care rather than direct supervision comparisons, this represents a supervision level comparison (virtual vs. no structured supervision). |
| 38866226 | Mahmoudian A | 2024 | Digital Self-Management, Analgesic Use, And Patient-Reported Outcomes In Knee Or Hip Osteoarthritis. | Mahmoudian A;Lohmander Ls;Dahlberg Le;Kiadaliri A | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee; hip | 10.1016/j.apmr.2024.05.033 | 105 | 1821-1828 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a retrospective cohort study with pre-post measures examining a digital exercise program, not an RCT. It lacks randomization and does not compare different levels of supervision. |
| 38872226 | Matile F | 2024 | Facilitators, Barriers And Support Needs To Gla:D Exercise Adherence - A Mixed Method Study. | Matile F;Nast I;Niedermann K | BMC SPORTS SCIENCE, MEDICINE & REHABILITATION | | 10.1186/s13102-024-00913-6 | 16 | 130 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a mixed-methods study examining adherence to the GLA:D exercise program after completion, not an RCT comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. No randomization or comparison of supervision levels is involved. |
| 38893726 | Paolucci T | 2024 | Management And Rehabilitative Treatment In Osteoarthritis With A Novel Physical Therapy Approach: A Randomized Control Study. | Paolucci T;Tommasi M;Pozzato G;Pozzato A;Pezzi L;Zuccarini M;Di Lanzo A;Palumbo R;Porto D;Messeri R;Pesce M;Pantalone A;Buda R;Patruno A | DIAGNOSTICS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) | | 10.3390/diagnostics14111200 | 14 | | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT in knee osteoarthritis compares different intensities of Quantum Molecular Resonance physical therapy device treatment versus sham. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 38898136 | Askari A | 2024 | Predictors Of Health-Related Quality Of Life After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Case-Control Study. | Askari A;Mohammadpour M;Jabalameli M;Naeimipoor N;Goodarzy B;Jafari B;Rashidi H;Mousazadeh F;Rajei M;Khazanchin A;Bahardoust M;Hassanzadeh M | SCIENTIFIC REPORTS | knee | 10.1038/s41598-024-65042-z | 14 | 14176 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a matched case-control study comparing health-related quality of life after total knee arthroplasty to healthy controls. It is not a randomized controlled trial and does not compare different exercise supervision levels. |
| 38905520 | Kalske R | 2024 | Arthroscopic Partial Meniscectomy For A Degenerative Meniscus Tear Is Not Cost Effective Compared With Placebo Surgery: An Economic Evaluation Based On The Fidelity Trial Data. | Kalske R;Kiadaliri A;Sihvonen R;Englund M;Turkiewicz A;Paavola M;Malmivaara A;Itälä A;Joukainen A;Nurmi H;Toivonen P;Taimela S;Järvinen Tln | CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND RELATED RESEARCH | menisc | 10.1097/CORR.0000000000003094 | 482 | 1523-1533 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cost-effectiveness analysis of arthroscopic partial meniscectomy versus placebo surgery for degenerative meniscus tear. Both groups received identical postoperative care including home-based exercise, with no comparison of different supervision levels. |
| 38917050 | Karaborklu Argut S | 2024 | Reply To The Letter To The Editor: Does The Combination Of Platelet-Rich Plasma And Supervised Exercise Yield Better Pain Relief And Enhanced Function In Knee Osteoarthritis? A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Karaborklu Argut S;Celik D | CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND RELATED RESEARCH | knee | 10.1097/CORR.0000000000003164 | 482 | 1506-1507 | INCLUDE | low | This is a reply to a letter regarding a randomized controlled trial on supervised exercise in knee osteoarthritis. Following sensitivity rules, ambiguous cases should be included, and the full text may clarify whether supervision levels are compared. |
| 38917056 | Han X | 2024 | Letter To The Editor: Does The Combination Of Platelet-Rich Plasma And Supervised Exercise Yield Better Pain Relief And Enhanced Function In Knee Osteoarthritis? A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Han X;Zhang R;Zhao T | CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND RELATED RESEARCH | knee | 10.1097/CORR.0000000000003088 | 482 | 1504-1505 | INCLUDE | low | This is a letter to the editor regarding a randomized controlled trial comparing platelet-rich plasma combined with supervised exercise versus presumably another intervention in knee osteoarthritis. Without access to the original trial details, it's unclear if supervision level is a varying factor, but the mention of 'supervised exercise' warrants inclusion under sensitivity rules. |
| 38940695 | Beard Dj | 2024 | Comparison Of Surgical Or Non-Surgical Management For Non-Acute Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury: The Acl Snnap Rct. | Beard Dj;Davies L;Cook Ja;Stokes J;Leal J;Fletcher H;Abram S;Chegwin K;Greshon A;Jackson W;Bottomley N;Dodd M;Bourke H;Shirkey Ba;Paez A;Lamb Se;Barker Kl;Phillips M;Brown M;Lythe V;Mirza B;Carr A;Monk P;Areia Cm;O'leary S;Haddad F;Wilson C;Price A | HEALTH TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT (WINCHESTER, ENGLAND) | | 10.3310/VDKB6009 | 28 | 1-97 | EXCLUDE | high | Study compares surgical reconstruction vs rehabilitation for ACL injury with focus on preventing secondary OA. This is surgery vs conservative care, not a comparison of exercise supervision levels. |
| 38971487 | Silva Fc | 2024 | Daytime Functional Usage Versus Night-Time Wearing: Identifying The Optimal Wearing Regimen For A Custom-Made Orthosis In The Treatment Of Trapeziometacarpal Osteoarthritis. | Silva Fc;Da Silva Rvt;Meireles Sm;Fernandes Adrc;Natour J | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | | 10.1016/j.apmr.2024.06.013 | 105 | 1837-1845 | EXCLUDE | high | Study compares daytime vs nighttime wearing regimens of an orthosis for trapeziometacarpal OA. This is not an exercise intervention comparison. |
| 38998864 | Han Sh | 2024 | A Pilot Study On The Efficacy Of An App-Based Rehabilitation Counselling Program After Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Han Sh;Kong Sh | HEALTHCARE (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) | knee | 10.3390/healthcare12131329 | 12 | | INCLUDE | moderate | Study compares guideline leaflet (likely unsupervised) vs app-based rehabilitation counseling program (likely less supervised) vs CPM plus app-based program in TKA patients. Supervision level appears to vary between arms and OA is the underlying condition for TKA. |
| 39001713 | Christiansen Cl | 2024 | Optimizing Total Knee Arthroplasty Rehabilitation With Telehealth Physical Activity Behavior Change Intervention: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Christiansen Cl;Kline Pw;Anderson Cb;Melanson El;Sullivan Wj;Richardson Vl;Juarez-Colunga E;Stevens-Lapsley Je | PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.1093/ptj/pzae088 | 104 | | EXCLUDE | high | Study compares telehealth physical activity behavior change intervention vs health education, with both groups receiving standardized conventional outpatient rehabilitation. This is not primarily a comparison of supervised vs non-supervised exercise. |
| 39021877 | Shah N | 2024 | Telehealth Mindful Exercise For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Decentralized Feasibility Randomized Controlled Trial. | Shah N;Morone N;Kim E;Ellis Td;Cohn E;Lavalley Mp;Kumar D | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | knee | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2024.100494 | 6 | 100494 | EXCLUDE | high | Study compares mindful exercise vs exercise-only, both delivered as supervised group-based telehealth interventions. Both arms have the same level of supervision, so no supervision comparison exists. |
| 39086051 | Iijima H | 2024 | Varus Thrust Assessment Identified Responders To Quadriceps Exercise In Individuals At Risk Of Or With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Iijima H;Aoyama T | MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE | knee | 10.1249/MSS.0000000000003526 | 56 | 2267-2274 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a secondary analysis of an RCT examining home-based quadriceps exercise in individuals with knee OA, and the text references comparing results with a previous supervised exercise cohort via meta-analysis. The original trial appears to involve unsupervised home-based exercise, potentially relevant to our review question. |
| 39102829 | Makkar Jk | 2024 | Effect Of Radiofrequency Ablation Of Genicular Nerves On The Isokinetic Muscle Strength Of Knee Joint In Patients With Osteoarthritis Knee: A Randomized Double-Blind Sham Controlled Clinical Trial. | Makkar Jk;Warrier G;Ghai B;Chhabra M;Sarkar Pk;Goni Vg;Kaur Khurana Bj | PAIN MEDICINE (MALDEN, MASS.) | knee | 10.1093/pm/pnae077 | | | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT in knee OA patients compares radiofrequency ablation of genicular nerves versus sham procedure. While it mentions compliance to physiotherapy as an outcome, it does not compare different supervision levels of exercise as the primary intervention. |
| 39132922 | King Mg | 2024 | Prefabricated Contoured Foot Orthoses To Reduce Pain And Increase Physical Activity In People With Hip Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Feasibility Trial. | King Mg;Hon R;Roughead E;Kemp Jl;Pizzari T;Wong J;Menz Hb;Taylor Nf;Harms A;Mcclelland Ja;Semciw Ai | PHYSIOTHERAPY RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL : THE JOURNAL FOR RESEARCHERS AND CLINICIANS IN PHYSICAL THERAPY | foot; hip | 10.1002/pri.2118 | 29 | E2118 | EXCLUDE | high | This feasibility RCT in people with hip OA compares prefabricated contoured foot orthoses versus flat shoe inserts, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. The intervention is orthotic devices, not an exercise program with varying supervision levels. |
| 39163589 | Widhalm K | 2024 | Efficacy Of Real-Time Feedback Exercise Therapy In Patients Following Total Hip Arthroplasty: Protocol For A Pilot Cluster-Randomized Controlled Trial. | Widhalm K;Maul L;Durstberger S;Putz P;Leder-Berg S;Kainz H;Augat P | JMIR RESEARCH PROTOCOLS | hip | 10.2196/59755 | 13 | E59755 | EXCLUDE | high | This study is a protocol for a trial in patients following total hip arthroplasty (THA) for hip osteoarthritis, not comparing different supervision levels of exercise. It compares a blended-care program with digital real-time feedback versus paper instructions, but both appear to involve the same supervised group exercise program component, so supervision is not the varying factor. |
| 39168298 | Yasaci Z | 2024 | Short-Term Efficacy Of Integrating The Easy-Flex Device With Inpatient Rehabilitation In Individuals With Total Knee Arthroplasty: Insights From A Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial. | Yasaci Z;Celik D;Kilicoglu Oi | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2024.07.020 | 105 | 2045-2053 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates the Easy-Flex device as an adjunct to inpatient rehabilitation in total knee arthroplasty patients. It does not compare different levels of supervision but rather equipment use, and participants had surgery for reasons not specified as OA. |
| 39207737 | Lawford Bj | 2024 | Understanding Negative And Positive Feelings About Telerehabilitation In People With Chronic Knee Pain: A Mixed-Methods Study. | Lawford Bj;Bennell Kl;Kimp A;Campbell Pk;Hinman Rs | THE JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.2519/jospt.2024.12383 | 54 | 594-607 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a mixed-methods study of 122 people with knee osteoarthritis randomized to receive physiotherapist-delivered telerehabilitation within a clinical trial. This compares remote/digital supervision versus likely in-person care, which represents different supervision levels that meet inclusion criteria. |
| 39224147 | Xu K | 2024 | Home-Based Shi's Knee Daoyin Exercise For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial. | Xu K;Zhang J;Ma W;Wang Y;Chen B;Gao N;Pang J;Zhan H | JOURNAL OF PAIN RESEARCH | knee | 10.2147/JPR.S469176 | 17 | 2811-2822 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a randomized controlled pilot trial comparing home-based SKD exercise to health education in knee osteoarthritis patients. Although both groups appear to be unsupervised, the study compares different intervention approaches in OA and is randomized, warranting inclusion for full-text review to clarify supervision levels. |
| 39241348 | Boekesteijn Rj | 2024 | Real-World Gait And Turning In Individuals Scheduled For Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Boekesteijn Rj;Keijsers Nlw;Defoort K;Mancini M;Bruning Fj;El-Gohary M;Geurts Ach;Smulders K | CLINICAL BIOMECHANICS (BRISTOL, AVON) | knee | 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2024.106332 | 119 | 106332 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational study comparing individuals scheduled for total knee arthroplasty to healthy controls using inertial measurement units to assess gait and turning. It is not a randomized controlled trial and does not involve any exercise intervention. |
| 39241692 | Smith Md | 2024 | A Combined Program Of Education Plus Exercise Versus General Advice For Ankle Osteoarthritis: A Feasibility Randomised Controlled Trial. | Smith Md;Vuvan V;Collins Nj;Franettovich Smith Mm;Costa N;Southern Z;Duffy T;Downie A;Hunter Dj;Vicenzino B | MUSCULOSKELETAL SCIENCE & PRACTICE | ankle | 10.1016/j.msksp.2024.103169 | 74 | 103169 | INCLUDE | moderate | This feasibility RCT compares physiotherapist-delivered education plus exercise versus physiotherapist-delivered general advice in ankle OA. While both arms involve physiotherapist delivery, they likely differ in supervision level of the exercise component, warranting inclusion per sensitivity rules. |
| 39250181 | Dieter V | 2024 | Efficacy Of The Mhealth-Based Exercise Intervention Re.flex For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Dieter V;Janssen P;Krauss I | JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH | knee | 10.2196/54356 | 12 | E54356 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares a 12-week app-based home exercise intervention (fully automated, unsupervised) versus control group in knee OA patients. This clearly compares non-supervised (app-based) exercise to no structured exercise intervention, meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 39257067 | Varapirom C | 2024 | Efficacy Of Interferential Current Therapy Plus Exercise Compared To Sham Interferential Current Plus Exercise For Pain Relief In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Varapirom C;Kuptniratsaikul V;Yamthed R;Srisomnuek A | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/02692155241278949 | 38 | 1622-1632 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares IFC therapy plus exercise versus sham IFC plus exercise in knee OA patients. Both groups received the same exercise protocol; the study does not compare different levels of supervision. |
| 39318357 | Kjeldsen T | 2024 | Associations Between Changes In Leg Extensor Muscle Power And Physical Function After Supervised Exercise In Patients With Hip Osteoarthritis. Secondary Analysis From The Hip Booster Trial. | Kjeldsen T;Dalgas U;Skou St;Foldager Fn;Bibby Bm;Mechlenburg I | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | hip | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2024.100523 | 6 | 100523 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis of a trial comparing two types of supervised exercise (PRT vs NEMEX) in hip OA patients. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise, which is required for inclusion. |
| 39331525 | Lo Hhm | 2024 | Examining The Feasibility, Acceptability, And Preliminary Efficacy Of An Immersive Virtual Reality-Assisted Lower Limb Strength Training For Knee Osteoarthritis: Mixed Methods Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Lo Hhm;Ng M;Fong Pyh;Lai Hhk;Wang B;Wong Sy;Sit Rws | JMIR SERIOUS GAMES | knee | 10.2196/52563 | 12 | E52563 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This pilot RCT compares immersive VR-assisted lower limb strength training versus the same exercises without VR in knee osteoarthritis. Both groups appear to perform the same exercises with the same supervision level, differing only in VR enhancement, not supervision intensity. |
| 39347753 | Cheung C | 2024 | Validity Of An Exercise Log For Measuring Duration Of Exercise In Older Women With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Cheung C;Talley K;Mathiason Ma;Wyman Jf | RESEARCH IN GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING | knee | 10.3928/19404921-20240911-01 | 17 | 219-225 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a secondary analysis from an 8-week pilot RCT comparing yoga versus aerobic/strength training in older women with knee osteoarthritis. While the abstract focuses on exercise log validity, it describes a pilot RCT with home exercise programs that may differ in supervision level, warranting inclusion for full-text review. |
| 39348676 | Zhu Sj | 2024 | Development Of A 12-Week Unsupervised Online Tai Chi Program For People With Hip And Knee Osteoarthritis: Mixed Methods Study. | Zhu Sj;Bennell Kl;Hinman Rs;Harrison J;Kimp Aj;Nelligan Rk | JMIR AGING | hip; knee | 10.2196/55322 | 7 | E55322 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a development and feasibility study describing the co-design process of an online Tai Chi program using the AHEAD framework. It is not an RCT; the developed program is noted to be under evaluation in a future trial. |
| 39371728 | Kesidou L | 2024 | Adherence To The Mediterranean Diet: A Tool To The Therapeutic Approaches For Patients With Temporomandibular Joint Disorders. | Kesidou L;Fasilis T;Alexoudi A;Kesidou O;Tsatov G;Tsoga A | CUREUS | | 10.7759/cureus.68698 | 16 | E68698 | EXCLUDE | high | Study examines Mediterranean diet adherence as adjunct to physiotherapy for temporomandibular joint disorders, not osteoarthritis. Does not compare exercise supervision levels. |
| 39380108 | You M | 2024 | Chatgpt-4 And Wearable Device Assisted Intelligent Exercise Therapy For Co-Existing Sarcopenia And Osteoarthritis (Gaiso): A Feasibility Study And Design For A Randomized Controlled Probe Non-Inferiority Trial. | You M;Chen X;Liu D;Lin Y;Chen G;Li J | JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND RESEARCH | | 10.1186/s13018-024-05134-8 | 19 | 635 | INCLUDE | high | RCT protocol comparing mobile phone-based ChatGPT-4/wearable device-guided exercise (unsupervised/remotely monitored) versus traditional clinic-based face-to-face exercise therapy (supervised) in patients with osteoarthritis and sarcopenia. Clear supervision difference between groups. |
| 39404638 | Ebaid Am | 2024 | Impact Of Health Education Programme On Adherence To Treatment In Knee Osteoarthritis: An Interventional Study On Egyptian Patients. | Ebaid Am;Mortada Ma;Abd-Ghani Fa;Ali Sa | MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE | knee | 10.1002/msc.1954 | 22 | E1954 | EXCLUDE | high | Study focuses on adherence to a comprehensive interventional program versus control, not on comparing supervised versus unsupervised exercise. Primary aim is measuring adherence factors, not supervision level differences. |
| 39411689 | Haghpanah B | 2024 | Comparison The Effect Of Rehabilitation At Home And Outpatient Physiotherapy After Total Knee Arthroplasty Surgery On Quality Of Life And Knee Function: A Clinical Trial Study. | Haghpanah B;Tavakoli F;Mollaabbasi M;Azadchehr Mj;Afsharirad A;Sadeghian A;Taravati A;Shahrokh Sg;Dastgerdi As | ADVANCED BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH | knee | 10.4103/abr.abr_177_23 | 13 | 51 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing outpatient clinic-based physiotherapy (supervised) versus home-based rehabilitation (unsupervised) in TKA patients with osteoarthritis. Clear difference in supervision level between groups. |
| 39412672 | Gillcrist Rl | 2024 | A Remote Behaviorally Designed Intervention To Promote Physical Activity In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Results Of A Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial. | Gillcrist Rl;Doherty Cr;Olave M;Bonilla J;England Br;Wysham K;Quinones M;Scanzello Cr;Ogdie A;White Dk;Neogi T;Baker Jf | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY : PRACTICAL REPORTS ON RHEUMATIC & MUSCULOSKELETAL DISEASES | knee | 10.1097/RHU.0000000000002148 | 30 | 336-339 | INCLUDE | moderate | Pilot RCT of a remote behaviorally designed intervention using Fitbit to promote physical activity in veterans with knee osteoarthritis, comparing intervention to control receiving only weekly updates. This compares remote/unsupervised physical activity promotion approaches, which aligns with comparing different levels of supervision in exercise interventions. |
| 39414999 | Boswell Ma | 2024 | A Randomized Clinical Trial Testing Digital Mindset Intervention For Knee Osteoarthritis Pain And Activity Improvement. | Boswell Ma;Evans Km;Ghandwani D;Hastie T;Zion Sr;Moya Pl;Giori Nj;Hicks Jl;Crum Aj;Delp Sl | NPJ DIGITAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.1038/s41746-024-01281-8 | 7 | 285 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing digital mindset intervention to digital education and no-intervention control in knee osteoarthritis patients. Does not compare exercise interventions or supervision levels; focuses on psychological mindset interventions. |
| 39447427 | Castro Mejia A | 2024 | A Clinical Application Of Gait Quality Patterns In Osteoarthritis. | Castro Mejia A;Gulde P;González Salinas C | GAIT & POSTURE | | 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2024.10.011 | 114 | 284-289 | EXCLUDE | high | Cross-sectional observational study evaluating a smartphone-based gait analysis tool in patients with various conditions including osteoarthritis. Not an RCT and does not compare exercise interventions with different supervision levels. |
| 39467904 | Grønne Dt | 2024 | Impact Of Prior Knee Surgery On Change In Knee Pain, Quality Of Life, And Walking Speed Following Supervised Education And Exercise Therapy: An Analysis Of 30,545 People With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Grønne Dt;Sari Dm;Skou St;Roos Em;Demirbüken I;Thorlund Jb | CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | 10.1007/s10067-024-07195-w | 43 | 3925-3934 | INCLUDE | high | RCT analyzing an 8-week supervised patient education and exercise therapy program (GLA:D) in 30,545 patients with knee osteoarthritis. Although this appears to be analyzing a cohort from a supervised program rather than comparing supervised vs non-supervised arms, the study design and intervention details require full-text review to confirm comparison groups. |
| 39470716 | Tveter At | 2024 | Development Of The Happy Hands Self-Management App For People With Hand Osteoarthritis: Feasibility Study. | Tveter At;Varsi C;Maarnes Mk;Pedersen Sj;Christensen Bs;Blanck Tb;Nyheim Sb;Pelle T;Kjeken I | JMIR FORMATIVE RESEARCH | hand | 10.2196/59016 | 8 | E59016 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm pre-post feasibility study of an app-based self-management intervention for hand OA. It is not an RCT and lacks a comparison group with different supervision levels. |
| 39477258 | Lambert Jd | 2024 | Mechanisms Of Impact Of Web-Based Support And Self-Monitoring To Augment And Maintain Physical Activity Levels: A Qualitative Study Exploring Participants' Interactions With The E-Coacher, A Web-Based Support Programme For People Attending Exercise Referral Schemes. | Lambert Jd;Dean Sg;Terry Rh;Charles N;Greaves C;Campbell Jl;Taylor A | BMJ OPEN | | 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-080472 | 14 | E080472 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study exploring participants' experiences with a web-based support program (e-coachER) for exercise referral schemes. It is not an RCT and does not compare supervision levels. |
| 39478814 | Wang Qw | 2024 | The Effects Of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy On Muscle Strength And Pain In Patients With End-Stage Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Wang Qw;Ong Mt;Man Gc;Franco-Obregón A;Choi Bc;Lui Pp;Fong Dtp;Qiu Jh;He X;Ng Jp;Yung Ps | FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE | knee | 10.3389/fmed.2024.1435277 | 11 | 1435277 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares home-based exercise with versus without PEMF therapy in knee OA patients. Both groups receive the same home-based exercise program with equal supervision; the comparison is about adding PEMF therapy, not supervision differences. |
| 39493627 | Tedeschi R | 2024 | Effectiveness Of Tele-Rehabilitation In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Tedeschi R;Platano D;Pillastrini P;Berti L;Benedetti Mg | DIGITAL HEALTH | knee | 10.1177/20552076241286186 | 10 | 20552076241286186 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares tele-rehabilitation (remote physiotherapy sessions, less directly supervised) to conventional rehabilitation (traditional outpatient rehabilitation, supervised) for knee OA. The study directly compares supervision levels through different delivery modes. |
| 39500602 | Xu Y | 2024 | Efficacy Of A Computer Vision-Based System For Exercise Management In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Study Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Pilot Trial. | Xu Y;Chen X;Wang L;You M;Deng Q;Liu D;Lin Y;Liu W;Li Pc;Li J | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-077455 | 14 | E077455 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT protocol comparing tele-rehabilitation (computer vision-based exercise guidance, likely unsupervised/remotely supervised) versus outpatient intervention (likely supervised) in patients with knee OA. The study compares different delivery modes that differ in supervision level. |
| 39507936 | Mark-Christensen T | 2024 | Clinical Benefit Of Physical Rehabilitation After Total Hip And Knee Arthroplasty: A Pragmatic, Randomized, Controlled Trial (The Draw1 Trial). | Mark-Christensen T;Thorborg K;Kallemose T;Bandholm T | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | hip; knee | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2024.100530 | 6 | 100530 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing home-based telerehabilitation and home-based rehabilitation versus no physical rehabilitation after arthroplasty for osteoarthritis. While both intervention arms appear home-based, telerehabilitation may involve real-time supervision differences, and this requires full-text review to clarify supervision levels. |
| 39539413 | Imel Ea | 2024 | Real-World Clinical And Healthcare Resource Burden Among Burosumab-Naïve Patients With Familial Hypophosphatemia. | Imel Ea;Li Z;Heerssen Hm;Princic N;Schwartz H;Zhao Y;Dahir Km | JOURNAL OF THE ENDOCRINE SOCIETY | | 10.1210/jendso/bvae185 | 8 | BVAE185 | EXCLUDE | high | Retrospective observational cohort study examining clinical burden of familial hypophosphatemia using claims data. Not an RCT, not about osteoarthritis, and does not involve exercise interventions. |
| 39542463 | Mcnally Kr | 2024 | Exploring Whether Home-Based Neuromodulation Can Boost The Analgesic Effects Of Exercise In People With Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Double-Blinded, Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial. | Mcnally Kr;Summers S;Stanton Tr;Mcauley J;Chang Wj;Chowdhury N;Cavaleri R | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2024-090523 | 14 | E090523 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an RCT protocol in knee OA patients, but it compares tDCS+exercise versus sham tDCS+exercise (both groups do the same home-based exercise program). There is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise; supervision level is identical across groups. |
| 39554480 | Zhu Sj | 2024 | An Unsupervised Online Tai Chi Program For People With Knee Osteoarthritis ("My Joint Tai Chi"): Study Protocol For The Retreat Randomised Controlled Trial. | Zhu Sj;Nelligan Rk;Hinman Rs;Kimp Aj;Li P;De Silva A;Harrison J;Bennell Kl | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | knee | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2024.100536 | 6 | 100536 | INCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing an unsupervised online Tai Chi program to an education-only control in people with knee OA. This directly addresses the comparison of unsupervised exercise versus no supervised exercise intervention. |
| 39572089 | Oomen J | 2024 | Becoming Active In Beating Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol Of A Randomised Controlled Trial On The Effectiveness Of An Information Campaign In Improving The Management Of Osteoarthritis And Quality Of Care In General Practices In The Netherlands. | Oomen J;Schers H;Das E;Koeter S;Van Den Ende Ch;Assendelft Wj | BMJ OPEN | | 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-083496 | 14 | E083496 | EXCLUDE | high | Protocol for an RCT evaluating an information campaign to optimize referral timing and healthcare utilization. Does not compare supervised vs non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 39597042 | Serrano-GarcÃa B | 2024 | Active Neurodynamic Technique At Home In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: An Open Single Arm Clinical Trial. | Serrano-GarcÃa B;MartÃnez-Cepa Cb;Forriol F;Zuil-Escobar Jc | MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) | knee | 10.3390/medicina60111857 | 60 | | EXCLUDE | high | Single-arm open trial testing a home-based neurodynamic technique program. Not a randomized controlled trial and lacks a comparison group. |
| 39633647 | Cui X | 2024 | Effectiveness Of Multimodal Active Physiotherapy For Chronic Knee Pain: A 12-Month Randomized Controlled Trial Follow-Up Study. | Cui X;Zhao P;Guo X;Wang J;Han T;Zhang X;Zhou X;Yan Q | FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY | knee | 10.3389/fphys.2024.1451345 | 15 | 1451345 | EXCLUDE | high | Compares two different physiotherapy approaches (APT vs CPT) but does not compare supervised vs non-supervised exercise. Both arms appear to be supervised interventions delivered by professionals. |
| 39642267 | Bakir E | 2024 | The Effect Of Foot Reflexology And Knee Massage With Black Cumin Seed Oil On Knee Osteoarthritis Symptoms. | Bakir E;Baglama Ss | HOLISTIC NURSING PRACTICE | foot; knee | 10.1097/HNP.0000000000000714 | 40 | 56-65 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares foot reflexology and knee massage with black cumin seed oil versus placebo in elderly individuals with knee OA. It does not involve exercise interventions or compare supervision levels. |
| 39669115 | Dainese P | 2024 | Exercise And Footwear In Medial Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Flat Flexible Footwear To Stable Supportive Shoes. | Dainese P;Stautemas J;De Mits S;Wittoek R;Van Ginckel A;Huysse W;Demeyer H;Mahieu H;Calders P | RHEUMATOLOGY ADVANCES IN PRACTICE | foot; knee | 10.1093/rap/rkae133 | 8 | RKAE133 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two footwear interventions (flat flexible vs stable supportive shoes) in people with medial knee OA, both combined with a 9-month exercise program that includes 3 months supervised followed by 6 months unsupervised exercise. The study compares supervised versus unsupervised exercise phases. |
| 39694859 | Bullock L | 2024 | Physiotherapists' Experiences And Perceived Acceptability Of Delivering A Knee Bracing Intervention For People With Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis In A Randomised Trial (Prop Oa): A Qualitative Study. | Bullock L;Holden Ma;Jinks C;Atiah Asamane E;Herron D;Borrelli B;Callaghan Mj;Birrell F;Halliday N;Marshall M;Sowden G;Ingram C;Mcbeth J;Dziedzic K;Foster Ne;Jowett S;Lawton S;Mallen Cd;Peat G | MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE | knee | 10.1002/msc.70021 | 22 | E70021 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study exploring physiotherapists' experiences delivering a knee bracing intervention in a trial. It does not report outcomes from an RCT comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 39703798 | Tay Mrj | 2024 | Clinical Effectiveness Of A Standardized Community-Based Supervised Post-Acute Rehabilitation Model After Total Knee Arthropathy: A Pilot Study. | Tay Mrj;Neoh Ec;Wong J;Tan Xv;Lim Cj;Tan Kg | THE JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | 10.1097/ph9.0000000000000047 | 7 | 129-135 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing community-based versus hospital-based supervised physiotherapy after TKA. Both groups received supervised physiotherapy in different settings with no clear difference in supervision level, only location/setting. |
| 39806726 | Zhu B | 2024 | Effects Of Traditional Chinese Medicine Massage Therapy On Pain, Functional Activity, Muscle Activation Patterns And Proprioception In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial Protocol. | Zhu B;Tang C;Zhou X;Janice Hiew Yy;Fang S;Fu Y;Zhu Q;Fang M | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-081771 | 14 | E081771 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol paper without results. Both groups receive exercise therapy, with the intervention group receiving additional TCM massage - this compares exercise+massage vs exercise alone, not different levels of supervision. |
| 39866386 | Yamashina S | 2024 | A Clinical Prediction Rule For Predicting The Health-Related Quality Of Life After 5 Months In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis Undergoing Conservative Treatment. | Yamashina S;Amano T;Tanaka S;Inoue Y;Tanaka R | PHYSICAL THERAPY RESEARCH | knee | 10.1298/ptr.E10296 | 27 | 158-165 | EXCLUDE | high | This study derives a clinical prediction rule from observational data of patients receiving conservative treatment. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 39877311 | Zhou Y | 2024 | Mobile-Based In-Home Telerehabilitation Compared With In-Hospital Face-To-Face Rehabilitation For Elderly Patients After Total Hip Arthroplasty In China's Level 1 Trauma Center: A Noninferiority Randomized Controlled Trial. | Zhou Y;Lyu Y;Wang Q;Ma Y;Huang L;Zhang X | FRONTIERS IN SURGERY | hip | 10.3389/fsurg.2024.1536579 | 11 | 1536579 | EXCLUDE | high | While this is an RCT comparing telerehabilitation to in-hospital rehabilitation, the population underwent total hip arthroplasty and the focus is on post-surgical rehabilitation, not osteoarthritis as the primary condition being treated with exercise. The surgical intervention is the primary treatment. |
| 40028403 | Ata Bn | 2024 | The Efficacy Of Interferential Current Treatment On Knee Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Randomized Double-Blind Study Comparing The Effects Of Different Carrier Frequencies. | Ata Bn;Durmaz B;Çinar E;Atamaz Calis F | TURKISH JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.5606/tftrd.2024.12390 | 70 | 517-524 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares different carrier frequencies of interferential current treatment (2,000 Hz vs 4,000 Hz vs 8,000 Hz). All groups received the same home exercise program, so there is no comparison of supervision levels. |
| 40028405 | Gokpinar Hh | 2024 | The Effects Of Whole-Body Vibration Exercises With And Without Conventional Physical Therapy Modalities In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Prospective, Randomized-Controlled Study. | Gokpinar Hh;Of Ns;Saracoglu I;Sucuoglu H;Koyuncu H | TURKISH JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.5606/tftrd.2024.13608 | 70 | 532-544 | EXCLUDE | high | All three groups received home-based exercise (HBE) with different adjunctive therapies (WBV and/or PTM). There is no comparison between supervised and non-supervised exercise; the study compares different combinations of physical therapy modalities, not supervision levels. |
| 34261157 | Katagiri H | 2023 | Short-Term Outcomes After High Tibial Osteotomy Aimed At Neutral Alignment Combined With Arthroscopic Centralization Of Medial Meniscus In Osteoarthritis Patients. | Katagiri H;Nakagawa Y;Miyatake K;Ohara T;Shioda M;Sekiya I;Koga H | THE JOURNAL OF KNEE SURGERY | menisc | 10.1055/s-0041-1731738 | 36 | 261-268 | EXCLUDE | high | This retrospective study compares surgical techniques (high tibial osteotomy with or without arthroscopic meniscal centralization) for knee osteoarthritis, not exercise interventions. No comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise is present. |
| 34432951 | Stensdotter Ak | 2023 | Factors Associated With Self-Rated Difficulty To Descend Stairs In Persons With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Stensdotter Ak;VÃ¥rbakken K;Roeleveld K | PM & R : THE JOURNAL OF INJURY, FUNCTION, AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1002/pmrj.12698 | 15 | 9-19 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cross-sectional case-control study examining factors associated with stair descent difficulty, not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. Does not meet study design criteria. |
| 34453570 | Thiengwittayaporn S | 2023 | Development Of A Mobile Application To Improve Exercise Accuracy And Quality Of Life In Knee Osteoarthritis Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Thiengwittayaporn S;Wattanapreechanon P;Sakon P;Peethong A;Ratisoontorn N;Charoenphandhu N;Charoensiriwath S | ARCHIVES OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND TRAUMA SURGERY | knee | 10.1007/s00402-021-04149-8 | 143 | 729-738 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares a mobile application-guided exercise program (non-supervised, self-directed via app) versus handout-based exercise (also non-supervised) in knee OA patients. While both may be minimally supervised, the comparison of app-based versus paper-based self-directed delivery represents different levels of guidance/support that fall within the scope of supervision variation. |
| 34931477 | Allison K | 2023 | Effects Of An Online Education Program On Physical Therapists' Confidence In Weight Management For People With Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Allison K;Jones S;Hinman Rs;Briggs Am;Sumithran P;Quicke J;Holden M;Chiavaroli N;Crofts S;George E;Foster N;Bennell K | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | | 10.1002/acr.24828 | 75 | 835-847 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates an online education program for physical therapists about weight management in OA, not a comparison of exercise supervision levels in OA patients. The intervention targets clinician education, not patient exercise delivery. |
| 35134993 | Jinnouchi H | 2023 | Brief Self-Exercise Education For Adults With Chronic Knee Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Jinnouchi H;Kitamura A;Matsudaira K;Kakihana H;Oka H;Yamagishi K;Kiyama M;Iso H | MODERN RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | 10.1093/mr/roac009 | 33 | 408-415 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing brief self-exercise education vs material-based education alone in chronic knee pain. While not explicitly stated as OA, appears to compare supervised instruction vs unsupervised self-management, and unclear if OA population. |
| 35253582 | Terradas-Monllor M | 2023 | A Feasibility Study Of Home-Based Preoperative Multimodal Physiotherapy For Patients Scheduled For A Total Knee Arthroplasty Who Catastrophize About Their Pain. | Terradas-Monllor M;Ochandorena-Acha M;Beltran-Alacreu H;Garcia Oltra E;Collado Saenz F;Hernandez Hermoso J | PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE | knee | 10.1080/09593985.2022.2044423 | 39 | 1606-1625 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares home-based physiotherapy interventions in patients with knee OA scheduled for TKA, with experimental groups differing in "number of sessions, dosage, hands-on approach, and grade of supervision." Treatment compliance was noted to be higher in the group with additional supervision, indicating supervision level is a varying factor. |
| 35378597 | Ong Cb | 2023 | Covid-19 Disruptions To Elective Postoperative Care Did Not Adversely Affect Early Complications Or Patient Reported Outcomes Of Primary Tka. | Ong Cb;Cororaton Ad;Westrich Gh;Cushner Fd;Haas Sb;Della Valle Ag | ARCHIVES OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND TRAUMA SURGERY | | 10.1007/s00402-022-04422-4 | 143 | 1579-1591 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational cohort study comparing TKA outcomes before and during COVID-19 disruptions, not a randomized controlled trial. It does not meet the study design inclusion criteria. |
| 35811182 | Pisano K | 2023 | Effect Of A Stabilization Exercise Program Versus Standard Treatment For Thumb Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Trial. | Pisano K;Wolfe T;Lubahn J;Cooney T | JOURNAL OF HAND THERAPY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HAND THERAPISTS | | 10.1016/j.jht.2022.03.009 | 36 | 546-559 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing standard treatment alone versus standard treatment plus home exercise program in patients with first carpometacarpal joint osteoarthritis. Clearly compares supervised standard care versus supervised care plus unsupervised home exercise, meeting inclusion criteria for supervision level comparison. |
| 36106928 | Harris A | 2023 | Cost-Effectiveness Of Telehealth-Delivered Exercise And Dietary Weight Loss Programs For Knee Osteoarthritis Within A Twelve-Month Randomized Trial. | Harris A;Hinman Rs;Lawford Bj;Egerton T;Keating C;Brown C;Metcalf B;Spiers L;Sumithran P;Quicke Jg;Bennell Kl | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.25022 | 75 | 1311-1319 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cost-effectiveness analysis of an RCT comparing telehealth-delivered exercise programs with and without dietary intervention versus education control. All exercise groups appear to have similar telehealth supervision; the comparison is about dietary components, not supervision levels. |
| 36200390 | Jakiela Jt | 2023 | Comparing An Expanded Versus Brief Telehealth Physical Therapist Intervention For Knee Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol For The Delaware Peak Randomized Controlled Trial. | Jakiela Jt;Voinier D;Hinman Rs;Copson J;Schmitt La;Leonard Tr;Aily Jb;Bodt Ba;White Dk | PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.1093/ptj/pzac139 | 103 | | INCLUDE | high | This RCT protocol compares an Expanded Intervention with five video conference-based supervised exercise sessions delivered by a physical therapist versus a Brief Intervention with prerecorded web-based resources (unsupervised) in adults with knee OA. This clearly compares supervised versus unsupervised exercise delivery. |
| 36205225 | Hunter Dj | 2023 | Effectiveness Of A New Service Delivery Model For Management Of Knee Osteoarthritis In Primary Care: A Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial. | Hunter Dj;Bowden Jl;Hinman Rs;Egerton T;Briggs Am;Bunker Sj;French Sd;Pirotta M;Shrestha R;Schofield Dj;Schuck K;Zwar Na;Silva Ssm;Heller Gz;Bennell Kl | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.25037 | 75 | 1320-1332 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This cluster RCT compares a telehealth-delivered care support team intervention to usual GP care, focusing on service delivery models rather than supervised vs unsupervised exercise. While education and exercise planning are components, the primary comparison is not about exercise supervision levels. |
| 36279075 | Tore Ng | 2023 | The Quality Of Physiotherapy And Rehabilitation Program And The Effect Of Telerehabilitation On Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Tore Ng;Oskay D;Haznedaroglu S | CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | 10.1007/s10067-022-06417-3 | 42 | 903-915 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing telerehabilitation (supervised via video conference with physiotherapist) versus home-based exercise with brochure only (unsupervised) in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Clearly meets all inclusion criteria for population, intervention, comparison, and study design. |
| 36306171 | Bregenhof B | 2023 | The Effect Of Progressive Resistance Exercise On Knee Muscle Strength And Function In Participants With Persistent Hamstring Deficit Following Acl Reconstruction: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Bregenhof B;Aagaard P;Nissen N;Creaby Mw;Thorlund Jb;Jensen C;Torfing T;Holsgaard-Larsen A | THE JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.2519/jospt.2022.11360 | 53 | 40-48 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT studies ACL reconstruction patients with hamstring deficits, not osteoarthritis as the primary condition. The population does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 36373427 | Selçuk H | 2023 | Influence Of Self-Reported Knee Instability On Outcomes Following Education And Exercise: A Cohort Study Of 2,466 Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Selçuk H;Roos Em;Grønne Dt;Thorlund Jb;Sari Z;Skou St | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.25060 | 75 | 1538-1543 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm cohort study of patients enrolled in the GLA:D program, not a randomized controlled trial. There is no comparison between supervised and non-supervised exercise groups. |
| 36444879 | Alpay K | 2023 | Effects Of Basic Body Awareness Therapy On Pain, Balance, Muscle Strength And Functionality In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Preliminary Trial. | Alpay K;Sahin M | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1080/09638288.2022.2151650 | 45 | 4373-4380 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT in knee OA patients comparing supervised Basic Body Awareness Therapy plus home exercise versus home-based exercise programme alone. This directly compares levels of supervision in exercise delivery. |
| 36444954 | Lung Be | 2023 | Kinematic Alignment May Reduce Opioid Consumption And Length Of Stay Compared To Mechanically Aligned Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Lung Be;Donnelly Mr;Mclellan M;Callan K;Amirhekmat A;Mcmaster Wc;Yang S;So Dh | ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY | knee | 10.1111/os.13605 | 15 | 432-439 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a retrospective surgical study comparing kinematic versus mechanical alignment techniques in total knee arthroplasty. It is not an RCT of exercise interventions. |
| 36594402 | Hinman Rs | 2023 | Absence Of Improvement With Exercise In Some Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Qualitative Study Of Responders And Nonresponders. | Hinman Rs;Jones Se;Nelligan Rk;Campbell Pk;Hall M;Foster Ne;Russell T;Bennell Kl | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.25085 | 75 | 1925-1938 | EXCLUDE | high | Qualitative study nested within an RCT examining why some knee OA patients respond or don't respond to a physical therapist-supported exercise program. This is not comparing different supervision levels but exploring response heterogeneity within a single intervention arm. |
| 36598603 | Sadoghi P | 2023 | The Use Of An Individualized Intraoperative Video Shows No Impact On The Early Postoperative Clinical Outcome After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Prospective, Randomized, Controlled Trial. | Sadoghi P;Listl C;Lewis J;Reinbacher P;Leithner A;Hauer G | ARCHIVES OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND TRAUMA SURGERY | knee | 10.1007/s00402-022-04755-0 | 143 | 5277-5282 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT evaluating the effect of showing patients an intraoperative video after total knee arthroplasty on postoperative outcomes. This is not comparing exercise interventions or supervision levels. |
| 36633498 | RodrÃguez Sánchez-Laulhé P | 2023 | The Effects Of A Mobile App-Delivered Intervention In People With Symptomatic Hand Osteoarthritis: A Pragmatic Randomized Controlled Trial. | RodrÃguez Sánchez-Laulhé P;Biscarri-Carbonero Ã;Suero-Pineda A;Luque-Romero Lg;Barrero GarcÃa Fj;Blanquero J;Heredia-Rizo Am | EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE | hand | 10.23736/S1973-9087.22.07744-9 | 59 | 54-64 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing mobile app-delivered home exercise intervention (non-supervised/minimally supervised with monthly phone calls) versus usual care (written exercises) in hand OA patients. This clearly compares different levels of supervision in exercise delivery. |
| 36635747 | Kastrup N | 2023 | An Ai-Based Patient-Specific Clinical Decision Support System For Oa Patients Choosing Surgery Or Not: Study Protocol For A Single-Centre, Parallel-Group, Non-Inferiority Randomised Controlled Trial. | Kastrup N;Bjerregaard Hh;Laursen M;Valentin Jb;Johnsen Sp;Jensen Ce | TRIALS | | 10.1186/s13063-022-07039-5 | 24 | 24 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a trial comparing an AI-based clinical decision support system to usual care for OA patients deciding about surgery. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 36653485 | Sakka Bi | 2023 | True "Outpatient Discharge" Following Single-Stage Bilateral Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty May Be Unrealistic For Most. | Sakka Bi;Lawton Dry;Unebasami Em;Buchner Br;Andrews Sn;Nakasone Ck | ARCHIVES OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND TRAUMA SURGERY | knee | 10.1007/s00402-023-04778-1 | 143 | 5325-5331 | EXCLUDE | high | Retrospective chart review of discharge patterns following bilateral unicompartmental knee arthroplasty. Not a randomized controlled trial and does not compare exercise interventions. |
| 36657757 | Culvenor Ag | 2023 | Supervised Exercise-Therapy And Patient Education Rehabilitation (Super) Versus Minimal Intervention For Young Adults At Risk Of Knee Osteoarthritis After Acl Reconstruction: Super-Knee Randomised Controlled Trial Protocol. | Culvenor Ag;West Tj;Bruder Am;Scholes Mj;Barton Cj;Roos Em;Oei E;Mcphail Sm;Souza Rb;Lee J;Patterson Be;Girdwood Ma;Couch Jl;Crossley Km | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-068279 | 13 | E068279 | INCLUDE | high | RCT protocol comparing supervised exercise-therapy and education (SUPER) versus minimal intervention (printed guide for self-directed exercises) in post-ACLR patients at risk of knee OA. This clearly compares physiotherapist-supervised versus unsupervised/self-directed exercise in an OA risk population. |
| 36658607 | Goldstein A | 2023 | Efficacy Of Self-Management Program Associated With A Spa Therapy For Knee Osteoarthritis Patients (Gett 2): A Research Protocol For A Randomized Trial. | Goldstein A;Lanhers C;Gay C;Dubourg K;Grange L;Roques Cf;Pereira B;Coudeyre E | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-022-06879-5 | 24 | 45 | EXCLUDE | high | Protocol for RCT comparing spa therapy plus self-management workshops versus spa therapy alone in knee OA. This does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise; both groups receive spa therapy without clear differences in exercise supervision levels. |
| 36689746 | Torstensen Ta | 2023 | High- Versus Low-Dose Exercise Therapy For Knee Osteoarthritis : A Randomized Controlled Multicenter Trial. | Torstensen Ta;Østerås H;Lomartire R;Rugelbak Gm;Grooten Wja;Äng Bo | ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.7326/M22-2348 | 176 | 154-165 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing high-dose versus low-dose exercise therapy in knee OA patients. Both groups received supervised exercise therapy (3 times weekly under physiotherapist supervision), so there is no comparison between supervised and non-supervised exercise. |
| 36690173 | Chalmers Pn | 2023 | Active Physical Therapy Does Not Improve Outcomes After Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: A Multi-Center, Randomized Clinical Trial. | Chalmers Pn;Tashjian Rz;Keener Jd;Sefko Ja;Da Silva A;Morrissey C;Presson Ap;Zhang C;Chamberlain Am | JOURNAL OF SHOULDER AND ELBOW SURGERY | shoulder | 10.1016/j.jse.2022.12.011 | 32 | 760-770 | EXCLUDE | high | Study involves reverse total shoulder arthroplasty patients, not osteoarthritis. The population has rotator cuff pathology requiring shoulder replacement, not OA as the primary condition. |
| 36692651 | Drummen Sjj | 2023 | A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial Evaluating Outdoor Community Walking For Knee Osteoarthritis: Walk. | Drummen Sjj;Balogun S;Lahham A;Bennell K;Hinman Rs;Callisaya M;Cai G;Otahal P;Winzenberg T;Wang Z;Antony B;Munugoda Ip;Martel-Pelletier J;Pelletier Jp;Abram F;Jones G;Aitken D | CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | 10.1007/s10067-022-06477-5 | 42 | 1409-1421 | EXCLUDE | moderate | Pilot RCT comparing supervised outdoor walking group vs usual care control in knee OA. Does not compare supervised vs unsupervised exercise; instead compares exercise intervention vs no structured exercise program. |
| 36702093 | Park Sa | 2023 | The Effect Of A Multidimensional Home Rehabilitation Program For Post-Total Knee Arthroplasty Elderly Patients. | Park Sa;Jeong Y | ORTHOPEDIC NURSING | knee | 10.1097/NOR.0000000000000913 | 42 | 22-32 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT of post-TKA patients comparing multidimensional home rehabilitation program vs control. Does not compare different levels of exercise supervision; population is post-surgical TKA, not primary OA. |
| 36710693 | Pietsch A | 2023 | Acute Effects Of An Exercise Based Multimodal In-Patient Rehabilitation Protocol In Male Knee Osteoarthritis Patients And The Two Years Follow-Up Sustainability. | Pietsch A;Schroeder J;Dalichau S;Reer R;Engel D;Wahl-Wachendorf A;Solbach T;Edler C;Riepenhof H | WORK (READING, MASS.) | knee | 10.3233/WOR-205264 | 75 | 1243-1253 | INCLUDE | moderate | Retrospective observational study of male knee OA patients divided into three groups based on post-rehabilitation exercise patterns (gym, home training, no exercise). While not clearly prospectively randomized and retrospective design is mentioned, supervision levels differ between groups and ambiguity warrants inclusion per sensitivity rules. |
| 36734316 | Rose Mj | 2023 | Reliability Of Wearable Sensors For Assessing Gait And Chair Stand Function At Home In People With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Rose Mj;Neogi T;Friscia B;Torabian Ka;Lavalley Mp;Gheller M;Adamowicz L;Georgiev P;Viktrup L;Demanuele C;Wacnik Pw;Kumar D | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.25096 | 75 | 1939-1948 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a reliability/validation study of wearable sensors for remote assessment, not an RCT comparing supervised vs unsupervised exercise. While it mentions an exercise intervention trial, this paper focuses on sensor reliability assessment methodology. |
| 36765372 | Thudium Cs | 2023 | Cartilage Tissue Turnover Increases With High- Compared To Low-Intensity Resistance Training In Patients With Knee Oa. | Thudium Cs;Engstrøm A;Bay-Jensen Ac;Frederiksen P;Jansen N;De Zwart A;Van Der Leeden M;Dekker J;Lems W;Roorda L;Van Spil We;Van Der Esch M | ARTHRITIS RESEARCH & THERAPY | knee | 10.1186/s13075-023-03000-2 | 25 | 22 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing high-intensity vs low-intensity supervised resistance training for 12 weeks followed by 6 months unsupervised training in knee OA patients. Clearly compares different supervision levels (supervised vs unsupervised phases) in the target population. |
| 36803271 | Van Dijk Ml | 2023 | Lofit (Lifestyle Front Office For Integrating Lifestyle Medicine In The Treatment Of Patients): A Novel Care Model Towards Community-Based Options For Lifestyle Change-Study Protocol. | Van Dijk Ml;Te Loo Lm;Vrijsen J;Van Den Akker-Scheek I;Westerveld S;Annema M;Van Beek A;Van Den Berg J;Boerboom Al;Bouma A;De Bruijne M;Crasborn J;Van Dongen Jm;Driessen A;Eijkelenkamp K;Goelema N;Holla J;De Jong J;De Joode A;Kievit A;Klooster Jv;Kruizenga H;Van Der Leeden M;Linders L;Marks-Vieveen J;Mulder Dj;Muller F;Van Nassau F;Nauta J;Oostvogels S;Oude Sogtoen J;Van Der Ploeg Hp;Rijnbeek P;Schouten L;Schuling R;Serné Eh;Smuling S;Soeters Mr;Verhagen Ealm;Zwerver J;Dekker R;Van Mechelen W;Jelsma Jgm | TRIALS | | 10.1186/s13063-022-06960-z | 24 | 114 | EXCLUDE | high | This protocol describes a lifestyle front office intervention connecting patients to community-based lifestyle initiatives versus usual care. While OA is mentioned among multiple conditions, the intervention is lifestyle coaching/referral, not supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 36814221 | Paterson Kl | 2023 | Shoes For Self-Managing Chronic Hip Pain: The Schipp Randomized Clinical Trial Protocol. | Paterson Kl;Bennell Kl;Metcalf Br;Jones Se;Campbell Pk;Mcmanus F;Lamb Ke;Hinman Rs | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip | 10.1186/s12891-023-06235-x | 24 | 141 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a footwear intervention trial in hip OA comparing stable supportive shoes versus flat flexible shoes. It does not involve exercise interventions with differing supervision levels. |
| 36878666 | Damsted C | 2023 | Effect Of Exercise Therapy Versus Surgery On Mechanical Symptoms In Young Patients With A Meniscal Tear: A Secondary Analysis Of The Dream Trial. | Damsted C;Thorlund Jb;Hölmich P;Lind M;Varnum C;Villumsen Md;Hansen Ms;Skou St | BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE | menisc | 10.1136/bjsports-2022-106207 | 57 | 521-527 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares surgery versus exercise therapy in young patients with meniscal tears, not osteoarthritis. The comparison is between surgical and non-surgical treatment, not different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 36889524 | Alexander Js | 2023 | Use Of A Smartphone-Based Care Platform After Primary Partial And Total Knee Arthroplasty: 1-Year Follow-Up Of A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial. | Alexander Js;Redfern Re;Duwelius Pj;Berend Kr;Lombardi Av;Crawford Da | THE JOURNAL OF ARTHROPLASTY | knee | 10.1016/j.arth.2023.02.082 | 38 | S208-S214 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates smartphone-based care platform versus traditional physiotherapy after knee arthroplasty (surgical intervention), not osteoarthritis. The population is post-surgical arthroplasty patients, not OA patients. |
| 36896366 | Janhunen M | 2023 | Effects Of A Home-Based, Exergaming Intervention On Physical Function And Pain After Total Knee Replacement In Older Adults: A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Janhunen M;Katajapuu N;Paloneva J;Pamilo K;Oksanen A;Keemu H;Karvonen M;Luimula M;Korpelainen R;Jämsä T;Kautiainen H;Mäkelä K;Heinonen A;Aartolahti E | BMJ OPEN SPORT & EXERCISE MEDICINE | knee | 10.1136/bmjsem-2022-001416 | 9 | E001416 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares exergaming versus standard exercise in total knee replacement patients, not osteoarthritis. Both arms appear to be home-based rehabilitation without clear differences in supervision level. |
| 36904954 | Ghaffari A | 2023 | Accelerations Recorded By Simple Inertial Measurement Units With Low Sampling Frequency Can Differentiate Between Individuals With And Without Knee Osteoarthritis: Implications For Remote Health Care. | Ghaffari A;Rasmussen J;Kold S;Lauritsen Rek;Kappel A;Rahbek O | SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) | knee | 10.3390/s23052734 | 23 | | EXCLUDE | high | This is a diagnostic accuracy study using inertial measurement units to differentiate between individuals with and without knee OA. It is not an RCT and does not compare exercise interventions. |
| 36915066 | Osterloh J | 2023 | The Effect Of A Digital-Assisted Group Rehabilitation On Clinical And Functional Outcomes After Total Hip And Knee Arthroplasty-A Prospective Randomized Controlled Pilot Study. | Osterloh J;Knaack F;Bader R;Behrens M;Peschers J;Nawrath L;Bergschmidt P;Darowski M | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip; knee | 10.1186/s12891-023-06270-8 | 24 | 190 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares digital-assisted group rehabilitation versus standard individual outpatient physiotherapy after total hip/knee arthroplasty in patients with arthroplasty, not primary OA. The population does not meet inclusion criteria as OA is not the primary condition being treated. |
| 36949712 | Xu J | 2023 | [Correlation Between Osteoarthritis And Osteoporosis In Men]. | Xu J;Wang Wz;Fan X;Wang L;Zhang M | SICHUAN DA XUE XUE BAO. YI XUE BAN = JOURNAL OF SICHUAN UNIVERSITY. MEDICAL SCIENCE EDITION | | 10.12182/20230360504 | 54 | 439-443 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational study investigating the correlation between osteoarthritis and osteoporosis in men, not an RCT. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 36959595 | Weber F | 2023 | Smartphone-Assisted Training With Education For Patients With Hip And/Or Knee Osteoarthritis (Smart-E): Study Protocol For A Multicentre Pragmatic Randomized Controlled Trial. | Weber F;Müller C;Bahns C;Kopkow C;Färber F;Gellert P;Otte I;Vollmar Hc;Brannath W;Diederich F;Kloep S;Rothgang H;Dieter V;Krauß I;Kloek C;Veenhof C;Collisi S;Repschläger U;Böbinger H;Grüneberg C;Thiel C;Peschke D | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip; knee | 10.1186/s12891-023-06255-7 | 24 | 221 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT protocol comparing a blended care intervention (SmArt-E) with app-supported training versus usual care in patients with hip/knee OA. The intervention involves physiotherapist contact and independent training, suggesting different supervision levels compared to usual care. |
| 36964233 | Anderson Pm | 2023 | Efficacy Of Post-Operative Partial Weight-Bearing After Total Knee Arthroplasty - A Prospective Observational Trial. | Anderson Pm;Heinz T;Scholmann E;Eidmann A;Arnholdt J;Rudert M;Holzapfel Bm;Stratos I | INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS | knee | 10.1007/s00264-023-05783-0 | 47 | 2189-2195 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational study examining weight-bearing compliance after total knee arthroplasty, not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. It does not involve comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 36973748 | Kasmi S | 2023 | The Effects Of Different Rehabilitation Training Modalities On Isokinetic Muscle Function And Male Athletes' Psychological Status After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstructions. | Kasmi S;Sariati D;Hammami R;Clark Cct;Chtara M;Hammami A;Salah Fzb;Saeidi A;Ounis Ob;Granacher U;Zouhal H | BMC SPORTS SCIENCE, MEDICINE & REHABILITATION | | 10.1186/s13102-023-00645-z | 15 | 43 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares different types of rehabilitation training (eccentric, plyometric, combined) after ACL reconstruction, not osteoarthritis. The population does not meet inclusion criteria as ACL injury is the primary condition, not OA. |
| 36998002 | Grace S | 2023 | The Step In Time Study: A Feasibility Study Of A Mobile App For Measuring Walking Ability After Massage Treatment In Patients With Osteoarthritis. | Grace S;Engel R;Barnes Laj;Bradbury J | BMC COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE AND THERAPIES | | 10.1186/s12906-023-03898-w | 23 | 95 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a prospective observational feasibility study, not an RCT. It examines use of a mobile app to measure walking ability in OA patients receiving massage therapy, with no randomization or exercise supervision comparison. |
| 37004124 | Willett M | 2023 | Feasibility Of A Theoretically Grounded, Multicomponent, Physiotherapy Intervention Aiming To Promote Autonomous Motivation To Adopt And Maintain Physical Activity In Patients With Lower-Limb Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Single-Arm Trial. | Willett M;Rushton A;Stephens G;Fenton S;Rich S;Greig C;Duda J | PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES | | 10.1186/s40814-023-01274-6 | 9 | 54 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm feasibility trial protocol, not a randomized controlled trial. It describes a physiotherapy intervention to promote physical activity in lower-limb OA patients but has no comparison group. |
| 37005698 | Nicolson Pja | 2023 | Tailored Exercise Management (Tempo) Versus Usual Care For People Aged 80Â Years Or Older With Hip/Knee Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol For A Feasibility Randomised Controlled Trial. | Nicolson Pja;Holden Ma;Marian Ir;Williamson E;Dutton Sj;Garrett A;Hopewell S;Lamb Se | PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES | hip; knee | 10.1186/s40814-023-01275-5 | 9 | 56 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a feasibility RCT protocol comparing a tailored exercise intervention (TEMPO) versus usual care in people aged 80+ with hip/knee OA. Although full supervision details are unclear, TEMPO appears to be a physiotherapy-delivered supervised program compared to usual care, which likely differs in supervision level. |
| 37005875 | Lin Y | 2023 | Observation Of The Therapeutic Effect Of Auricular Bean Pressing On Early Knee Osteoarthritis Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Lin Y;Wu Y;Zhou X;Shen B;Lv C | JOURNAL OF BACK AND MUSCULOSKELETAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.3233/BMR-220271 | 36 | 815-822 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares auricular bean-pressing therapy plus rehabilitation versus rehabilitation alone in KOA patients. It does not compare different levels of supervision in exercise programs; the intervention is an acupressure technique, not an exercise supervision comparison. |
| 37016749 | Holm Pm | 2023 | Online And Onsite Supervised Exercise Therapy And Education For Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis - A Before And After Comparison Of Two Different Care Delivery Models. | Holm Pm;Roos Em;Grønne Dt;Skou St | MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE | knee | 10.1002/msc.1765 | 21 | 878-889 | INCLUDE | moderate | This study compares online (TeleGLA:D) versus onsite (GLA:D) physiotherapist-supervised exercise and education for knee OA. While described as 'before and after' and non-randomized, it compares different delivery models with likely different supervision intensity, meeting inclusion criteria under sensitivity rules. |
| 37019311 | Lawrie Cm | 2023 | Chitranjan S. Ranawat Award: Tourniquet Use Does Not Impact Trajectory Of Total Knee Arthroplasty Early Recovery: A Prospective, Randomized Controlled Trial. | Lawrie Cm;Hannon Cp;Jo S;King J;Riegler V;Nunley Rm;Barrack Rl | THE JOURNAL OF ARTHROPLASTY | knee | 10.1016/j.arth.2023.03.081 | 38 | S7-S13 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates tourniquet use during total knee arthroplasty surgery, not exercise interventions. Population is post-surgical TKA patients, not people with osteoarthritis receiving exercise therapy. |
| 37051976 | Mehwish B | 2023 | Effect Of Hip Joint Mobilisations And Strength Training On Pain, Physical Function And Dynamic Balance In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Mehwish B;Ali Ss;Mirza Baig Aa | JPMA. THE JOURNAL OF THE PAKISTAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION | hip; knee | 10.47391/JPMA.6223 | 73 | 749-754 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares different exercise types (hip mobilizations+strengthening versus strengthening only versus conventional knee exercises) in knee OA patients. All groups appear to receive supervised therapy; no comparison of supervision levels. |
| 37084548 | Charlton Jm | 2023 | Multi-Day Monitoring Of Foot Progression Angles During Unsupervised, Real-World Walking In People With And Without Knee Osteoarthritis. | Charlton Jm;Xia H;Shull Pb;Eng Jj;Li Lc;Hunt Ma | CLINICAL BIOMECHANICS (BRISTOL, AVON) | foot; knee | 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2023.105957 | 105 | 105957 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational study comparing laboratory treadmill walking versus real-world unsupervised walking for biomechanical measurement purposes. Not an RCT and not comparing exercise interventions. |
| 37128836 | Lawford Bj | 2023 | How Does Exercise, With And Without Diet, Improve Pain And Function In Knee Osteoarthritis? A Secondary Analysis Of A Randomized Controlled Trial Exploring Potential Mediators Of Effects. | Lawford Bj;Hinman Rs;Mcmanus F;Lamb Ke;Egerton T;Keating C;Brown C;Oliver K;Bennell Kl | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.25140 | 75 | 2316-2327 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis of an RCT comparing exercise versus exercise+diet versus information control, not comparing different levels of supervision. Both exercise interventions were telehealth-delivered (similar supervision level). |
| 37129691 | Shim Gy | 2023 | Postoperative Rehabilitation Using A Digital Healthcare System In Patients With Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Shim Gy;Kim Eh;Lee Sj;Chang Cb;Lee Ys;Lee Ji;Hwang Jh;Lim Jy | ARCHIVES OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND TRAUMA SURGERY | knee | 10.1007/s00402-023-04894-y | 143 | 6361-6370 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares AR-based home exercises versus brochure-based home exercises after TKA. The AR system provides real-time feedback which could represent a form of digital supervision versus completely unsupervised home exercise, making this a comparison of supervision levels through different delivery modes. |
| 37138278 | Wainwright Tw | 2023 | Cycling And Education (Cleat): Protocol For A Single Centre Randomised Controlled Trial Of A Cycling And Education Intervention Versus Standard Physiotherapy Care For The Treatment Of Hip Osteoarthritis. | Wainwright Tw;Parkinson Ep;Immins T;Docherty S;Goodwin E;Hawton A;Low M;Samways J;Rees T;Saunders G;Middleton Rg | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip | 10.1186/s12891-023-06456-0 | 24 | 344 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing a group cycling and education intervention (CHAIN) versus standard physiotherapy care for hip OA. The primary difference is intervention content (cycling program vs standard care), not supervision level per se, and no results are available yet. |
| 37142310 | Lawford B | 2023 | 'The Fact That I Know I Can Do It Is Quite A Motivator Now': A Qualitative Study Exploring Experiences Maintaining Weight Loss 6 Months After Completing A Weight Loss Programme For Knee Osteoarthritis. | Lawford B;Hinman Rs;Jones S;Keating C;Brown C;Bennell Kl | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-068157 | 13 | E068157 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study exploring experiences maintaining weight loss after a weight loss program. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 37145013 | Mohammedsadiq Ha | 2023 | Effectiveness Of Home-Based Conventional Exercise And Cryotherapy On Daily Living Activities In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial. | Mohammedsadiq Ha;Rasool Mt | MEDICINE | knee | 10.1097/MD.0000000000033678 | 102 | E33678 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares home-based exercise (HBE) programs with center-based 'regular therapeutic and physiotherapeutic services' (control group 2), which likely represents a supervision difference between home-based versus clinic-based exercise delivery. Following sensitivity rules for delivery mode differences, this should be included. |
| 37147587 | Jabri A | 2023 | A Single-Center, Open-Label, Randomized, Parallel-Group Trial To Pilot The Effectiveness Of A Peer Coach Behavioral Intervention Versus An Active Control In Reducing Anxiety And Depression In Patients Scheduled For Total Knee Replacement. | Jabri A;DomÃnguez Páez Y;Brown M;Lui G;Hui Wk;Hernandez N;Parks Ml;Gonzalez Della Valle A;Goodman Sm;Banerjee S;Safford Mm;Navarro-Millán I | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-023-06460-4 | 24 | 353 | EXCLUDE | high | This trial compares a peer coaching behavioral intervention (Moving Well) versus an attention control (Staying Well) in patients undergoing total knee replacement. While exercise is mentioned as a component, the primary comparison is between behavioral/psychological interventions, not between different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 37173101 | Gholami Z | 2023 | | Gholami Z;Faezi St;Letafatkar A;Madreseh E | BMJ OPEN | NA | 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-070336 | 13 | E070336 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT protocol comparing blended exercises, pain neuroscience education, and combinations in knee OA delivered via telerehabilitation. While supervision details unclear, comparing different delivery approaches and intervention intensities that likely differ in supervision level. |
| 37189094 | Nelligan Rk | 2023 | Effects Of A Massive Open Online Course On Osteoarthritis Knowledge And Pain Self-Efficacy In People With Hip And/Or Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For The Mooc-Oa Randomised Controlled Trial. | Nelligan Rk;Hinman Rs;Egerton T;Gregory M;Bidgood N;Mcmanus Mf;De Silva Ap;Lamb Ke;Bennell Kl | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip; knee | 10.1186/s12891-023-06467-x | 24 | 381 | EXCLUDE | high | Protocol for RCT comparing a MOOC (educational course) versus electronic pamphlet for OA. This is an educational intervention comparison, not comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs. |
| 37200067 | Aily Jb | 2023 | Understanding Recruitment Yield From Social Media Advertisements And Associated Costs Of A Telehealth Randomized Controlled Trial: Descriptive Study. | Aily Jb;Copson J;Voinier D;Jakiela J;Hinman R;Grosch M;Noonan C;Armellini M;Schmitt L;White M;White D | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | | 10.2196/41358 | 25 | E41358 | EXCLUDE | high | Secondary analysis describing recruitment methods for a telehealth study. Not a primary study outcome paper comparing supervised vs unsupervised exercise interventions. |
| 37269590 | Ross Mh | 2023 | Technical Issues Occur But Are Infrequent And Have Little Impact On Physiotherapist-Delivered Videoconferencing Consultations For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Descriptive Study. | Ross Mh;Russell T;Bennell Kl;Campbell Pk;Kimp Aj;Foster Ne;Hinman Rs | MUSCULOSKELETAL SCIENCE & PRACTICE | knee | 10.1016/j.msksp.2023.102782 | 66 | 102782 | INCLUDE | high | Nested within an RCT comparing in-person physiotherapy to videoconferencing-delivered physiotherapy for knee OA. Compares different delivery modes (clinic-based vs remote) which differ in supervision type. |
| 37312983 | Foster Ne | 2023 | Improving The Effectiveness Of Exercise Therapy For Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Pragmatic Randomized Controlled Trial (Beep Trial). | Foster Ne;Nicholls E;Holden Ma;Healey El;Hay Em | ARCHIVES OF REHABILITATION RESEARCH AND CLINICAL TRANSLATION | knee | 10.1016/j.arrct.2023.100266 | 5 | 100266 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing three exercise interventions for knee OA with different levels of supervision: usual care (up to 4 sessions), individually tailored supervised exercise (6-8 sessions), and targeted exercise adherence (8-10 contacts). Clearly differs in supervision intensity. |
| 37316199 | Filbay Sr | 2023 | Healing Of Acute Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture On Mri And Outcomes Following Non-Surgical Management With The Cross Bracing Protocol. | Filbay Sr;Dowsett M;Chaker Jomaa M;Rooney J;Sabharwal R;Lucas P;Van Den Heever A;Kazaglis J;Merlino J;Moran M;Allwright M;Kuah Dek;Durie R;Roger G;Cross M;Cross T | BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE | | 10.1136/bjsports-2023-106931 | 57 | 1490-1497 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates ACL rupture healing with non-surgical management using the Cross Bracing Protocol. The population is acute ACL injury, not osteoarthritis, and does not appear to compare different supervision levels of exercise. |
| 37333949 | Gu Jy | 2023 | Bibliometric Analysis Of Publications In Clinical Trials On Knee Osteoarthritis Between 2001 And 2022. | Gu Jy;Han F;Chen Sy;Zhang Q | JOURNAL OF PAIN RESEARCH | knee | 10.2147/JPR.S392840 | 16 | 1961-1977 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a bibliometric analysis of published clinical trials on knee osteoarthritis, not a primary RCT. It does not meet the study design inclusion criteria. |
| 37370130 | Yang C | 2023 | Cost, Time Savings And Effectiveness Of Wearable Devices For Remote Monitoring Of Patient Rehabilitation After Total Knee Arthroplasty: Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Yang C;Shang L;Yao S;Ma J;Xu C | JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND RESEARCH | knee | 10.1186/s13018-023-03898-z | 18 | 461 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing wearable device-monitored remote rehabilitation versus standard rehabilitation after TKA in KOA patients. The comparison likely involves different levels of supervision (remote monitoring vs standard care), making it relevant to our review question. |
| 37403119 | Lorbeer N | 2023 | Enhancing Physical Activity And Reducing Symptoms Of Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: A Randomized Controlled Trial Of The Prevop-Psychological Adherence Program. | Lorbeer N;Knoll N;Keller J;Domke A;Di Maio S;Armbrecht G;Börst H;Martus P;Ertel W;Schwarzer R | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-023-06661-x | 24 | 550 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares a psychological adherence program (PrevOP-PAP) versus active control, both aimed at increasing physical activity. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery; the intervention focuses on behavioral change strategies rather than supervision level. |
| 37418301 | Weber F | 2023 | Blended Care In Patients With Knee And Hip Osteoarthritis In Physical Therapy: Delphi Study On Needs And Preconditions. | Weber F;Kloek C;Arntz A;Grüneberg C;Veenhof C | JMIR REHABILITATION AND ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES | knee; hip | 10.2196/43813 | 10 | E43813 | EXCLUDE | high | Delphi study (qualitative research) investigating needs and preconditions for blended physical therapy in knee/hip OA. Not an RCT; this is a study protocol/needs assessment without intervention results. |
| 37469737 | Wang Yj | 2023 | Assessment Of Functional Prognosis Of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction In Athletes Based On A Body Shape Index. | Wang Yj;Zhang Jc;Zhang Yz;Liu Yh | WORLD JOURNAL OF CLINICAL CASES | | 10.12998/wjcc.v11.i19.4567 | 11 | 4567-4578 | EXCLUDE | high | Retrospective cohort study of athletes with ACL reconstruction examining body shape index as a prognostic factor. Not an RCT, focuses on ACL injury not osteoarthritis, and does not compare exercise supervision levels. |
| 37540383 | Öztürk Mu | 2023 | A Comparative Analysis Of Prolotherapy Efficacy In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis Across Varied Dextrose Concentrations. | Öztürk Mu;Baygutalp F | CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | 10.1007/s10067-023-06723-4 | 42 | 3321-3331 | EXCLUDE | high | Compares different concentrations of dextrose prolotherapy in knee OA with all groups receiving home exercise programs. The primary comparison is injection concentration, not supervision level of exercise. |
| 37571940 | Ahmad Ma | 2023 | Effects Of Self-Management Program As Adjunctive To Usual Rehabilitation Exercise On Pain And Functional Outcomes In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Ahmad Ma;Yusof A;Hamid Msa;Zulkifli Amin Fh;Kamsan Ss;Ag Daud Dm;Ajit Singh Dk | JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN HEALTH SCIENCES | knee | 10.34172/jrhs.2023.104 | 23 | E00569 | INCLUDE | high | RCT in knee OA comparing usual physiotherapy care plus structured home-based exercise and education vs usual care plus home stretching. Compares different levels of structured home exercise as adjunct to supervised usual care. |
| 37578100 | Joseph Kl | 2023 | Adherence To A Web-Based Exercise Programme: A Feasibility Study Among Patients With Hip Or Knee Osteoarthritis. | Joseph Kl;Dagfinrud H;Hagen Kb;Nordén Kr;Fongen C;Wold Om;Hinman Rs;Nelligan Rk;Bennell Kl;Tveter At | JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE | hip; knee | 10.2340/jrm.v55.7139 | 55 | JRM7139 | EXCLUDE | high | Single-arm feasibility study of web-based exercise in hip/knee OA patients. Not an RCT and lacks comparison group, so does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 37586799 | Sun Y | 2023 | [Effectiveness Of Preemptive Analgesia With Imrecoxib On Analgesia After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Randomized Controlled Study]. | Sun Y;Lin Y;Li Q;Li B;Wang D;Huang X | ZHONGGUO XIU FU CHONG JIAN WAI KE ZA ZHI = ZHONGGUO XIUFU CHONGJIAN WAIKE ZAZHI = CHINESE JOURNAL OF REPARATIVE AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY | | 10.7507/1002-1892.202304068 | 37 | 982-988 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT evaluating preemptive analgesia timing with imrecoxib after ACL reconstruction surgery. Not focused on osteoarthritis population or comparing exercise supervision levels. |
| 37603935 | Dantas Gaf | 2023 | Effects Of A Foot-Ankle Muscle Strengthening Program On Pain And Function In Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Dantas Gaf;Sacco Icn;Ferrari Av;Matias Ab;Watari R;Oliveira Lvm;Marcon Tr;Fatore Ja;Pott-Junior H;Salvini Tf | BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY | foot; ankle; knee | 10.1016/j.bjpt.2023.100531 | 27 | 100531 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing supervised foot-ankle strengthening exercises (3x/week for 8 weeks) vs usual care in individuals with knee osteoarthritis. Clear supervision difference between intervention and control groups. |
| 37606253 | Harris-Hayes M | 2023 | Comparison Of Joint Mobilization And Movement Pattern Training For Patients With Hip-Related Groin Pain: A Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial. | Harris-Hayes M;Zorn P;Steger-May K;Burgess Mm;Demargel Rd;Kuebler S;Clohisy J;Haroutounian S | PHYSICAL THERAPY | hip | 10.1093/ptj/pzad111 | 103 | | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing two different supervised intervention types (joint mobilization vs movement pattern training) for hip-related groin pain. Both groups received 10 supervised sessions plus home exercise, so no difference in supervision level between groups. |
| 37654315 | Rohella D | 2023 | Comparison Of Quality Of Life In Patients Operated For Knee Surgery Via Conventional Method And Arthroscopy: An Original Research. | Rohella D;Swathy Apj;Ajmeera R;Das P;Tiwari Rv;Tiwari Hd | JOURNAL OF PHARMACY & BIOALLIED SCIENCES | knee | 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_498_22 | 15 | S293-S298 | EXCLUDE | high | Study compares surgical intervention (arthroscopy) versus conventional supervised exercise, not different levels of exercise supervision. Primary comparison is surgery vs exercise, not supervision levels. |
| 37654656 | Shen Cl | 2023 | Tai Chi Exercise Reduces Circulating Levels Of Inflammatory Oxylipins In Postmenopausal Women With Knee Osteoarthritis: Results From A Pilot Study. | Shen Cl;Newman Jw;Elmassry Mm;Borkowski K;Chyu Mc;Kahathuduwa C;Neugebauer V;Watkins Ba | FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE | knee | 10.3389/fmed.2023.1210170 | 10 | 1210170 | EXCLUDE | high | Pre-post pilot study without randomization or comparison group. All participants received the same Tai Chi group exercise intervention. |
| 37662633 | Lall S | 2023 | Comparison Of Neuromuscular Joint Facilitation And Quadriceps Strengthening Exercise In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Lall S;Prem V;Karvannan H | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE & BODYWORK | knee | 10.3822/ijtmb.v16i3.811 | 16 | 10-19 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing NJF treatment delivered twice weekly (supervised) versus quadriceps strengthening in knee OA patients. Both groups received standard knee exercises as home program, suggesting a supervision difference between intervention and control. |
| 37664869 | Modarresi S | 2023 | Feasibility Of Pain Informed Movement Program For People With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Modarresi S;Pearson N;Madden K;Fahnestock M;Bowdish D;Carlesso Lc | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | knee | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2023.100401 | 5 | 100401 | EXCLUDE | high | Single-arm feasibility trial without a comparison group. No randomization or supervised vs non-supervised comparison present. |
| 37664870 | Modarresi S | 2023 | Pain Informed Movement For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Modarresi S;Pearson N;Madden K;Bennell Kl;Fahnestock M;Neogi T;Carlesso Lc | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | knee | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2023.100402 | 5 | 100402 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This is a protocol for a pilot RCT comparing Pain Informed Movement versus neuromuscular exercise with standard education in knee OA. Both arms receive twice weekly in-person exercise sessions, indicating both are supervised with no comparison of supervision levels. |
| 37674967 | Baumann An | 2023 | Comparing Outcomes After Referral To Physical Therapy For Patients With Glenohumeral Osteoarthritis Based On The Radiographic Osteoarthritis Severity: A Retrospective Analysis. | Baumann An;Indermuhle T;Oleson Cj;Callaghan Me;Rogers H;Pennacchio C;Curtis Dp;Leland Jm | CUREUS | | 10.7759/cureus.43027 | 15 | E43027 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a retrospective chart review examining outcomes after physical therapy referral for glenohumeral (shoulder) osteoarthritis, not a randomized controlled trial. Additionally, it does not compare different levels of supervision. |
| 37684147 | Aily Jb | 2023 | Face-To-Face And Telerehabilitation Delivery Of Circuit Training Have Similar Benefits And Acceptability In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Trial. | Aily Jb;De Noronha M;Approbato Selistre Lf;Ferrari Rj;White Dk;Mattiello Sm | JOURNAL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY | knee | 10.1016/j.jphys.2023.08.014 | 69 | 232-239 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares telerehabilitation-delivered circuit training (video recordings with periodic phone calls) versus face-to-face supervised delivery in people with knee OA. This clearly represents a comparison of different levels of supervision (remote/minimal vs direct supervision). |
| 37684597 | Øiestad Be | 2023 | The Efficacy Of Strength Or Aerobic Exercise On Quality Of Life And Knee Function In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. A Multi-Arm Randomized Controlled Trial With 1-Year Follow-Up. | Øiestad Be;Årøen A;Røtterud Jh;Østerås N;Jarstad E;Grotle M;Risberg Ma | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-023-06831-x | 24 | 714 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two different types of supervised exercise (strength vs aerobic) to usual care, all supervised by physiotherapists. There is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise as required by the inclusion criteria. |
| 37685802 | Abd-Eltawab Ae | 2023 | Whole-Body Vibration Impacts On The Degree Of Toe Angle And Its Correlation To The Knee Osteoarthritis Index During Level Walking Among Female University Students: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Abd-Eltawab Ae;Elbandrawy Am;Ghanem Hb;Ebrahim Ha;El-Sherbiny M;Ibrahim Am;Eladl Ma;Elsherbini Dma | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.3390/jcm12175735 | 12 | | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares whole-body vibration plus home-based exercise versus home-based exercise alone in female university students. The study does not involve patients with osteoarthritis; it uses WOMAC to predict future OA risk but participants do not have OA. |
| 37699531 | Lee El | 2023 | Home-Based Remote Rehabilitation Leads To Superior Outcomes For Older Women With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Lee El;Jang Mh;Lee Bj;Han Sh;Lee Hm;Choi Su;Shin Mj | JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN MEDICAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION | knee | 10.1016/j.jamda.2023.08.013 | 24 | 1555-1561 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT in older women with knee OA compares home-based remote rehabilitation lower-extremity strengthening exercises versus no intervention control group. The remote rehabilitation represents a form of non-supervised/minimally supervised exercise delivery that would be relevant if compared to supervised exercise in future meta-analyses. |
| 37713201 | Duong V | 2023 | Combined Digital Interventions For Pain Reduction In Patients Undergoing Knee Replacement: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Duong V;Robbins Sr;Dennis S;Venkatesha V;Ferreira Ml;Hunter Dj | JAMA NETWORK OPEN | knee | 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2023.33172 | 6 | E2333172 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT in patients undergoing knee replacement for OA compares a digital technology package (exercise app, fitness tracker, online health coaching) versus usual care with inactive fitness tracker. This represents a comparison between digitally-guided/remotely supervised versus standard care exercise delivery modes. |
| 37718420 | Shi Z | 2023 | [Return To Sports Wechat Applet For Evaluating The Rehabilitation Effects After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction]. | Shi Z;Li Y;Yu Y;Li K;Tang W;Ning Z;He R;Wang K;Wang G | ZHONGGUO XIU FU CHONG JIAN WAI KE ZA ZHI = ZHONGGUO XIUFU CHONGJIAN WAIKE ZAZHI = CHINESE JOURNAL OF REPARATIVE AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY | | 10.7507/1002-1892.202305021 | 37 | 1086-1093 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares rehabilitation guided by a WeChat applet (digital/remote supervision) versus regular telephone follow-up in ACL reconstruction patients. While the primary condition is ACL reconstruction, the abstract mentions KOOS (knee injury and osteoarthritis outcome score), suggesting OA relevance, and the study compares different supervision modalities in exercise rehabilitation. |
| 37719442 | Coppock Ja | 2023 | The Effects Of A 6-Month Weight Loss Intervention On Physical Function And Serum Biomarkers In Older Adults With And Without Osteoarthritis. | Coppock Ja;Mcnulty Al;Porter Starr Kn;Holt Ag;Borack Ms;Kosinski As;Collins At;Bales Cw;Defrate Le | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2023.100376 | 5 | 100376 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a weight loss dietary intervention study comparing higher vs standard protein hypocaloric diets in older adults with obesity. While participants had OA, the study does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise; all participants received the same low-intensity exercise sessions. |
| 37743421 | Ekici B | 2023 | Evaluation Of The Effect Of High-Intensity Laser Therapy (Hilt) On Function, Muscle Strength, Range Of Motion, Pain Level, And Femoral Cartilage Thickness In Knee Osteoarthritis: Randomized Controlled Study. | Ekici B;Ordahan B | LASERS IN MEDICAL SCIENCE | knee | 10.1007/s10103-023-03887-y | 38 | 218 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT in knee osteoarthritis patients comparing HILT+exercise+physiotherapy versus sham laser+exercise+physiotherapy. Both groups received supervised exercise from a physiotherapist, making this relevant for understanding supervised exercise effects in OA. |
| 37761686 | Venosa M | 2023 | Telerehabilitation Is A Valid Option For Total Knee Arthroplasty Patients: A Retrospective Pilot Study Based On Our Experience During The Covid-19 Pandemic. | Venosa M;Romanini E;Ciminello E;Cerciello S;Angelozzi M;Calvisi V | HEALTHCARE (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) | knee | 10.3390/healthcare11182489 | 11 | | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares telerehabilitation to in-person rehabilitation for total knee arthroplasty patients, not osteoarthritis. The population is post-surgical TKA patients, not people with osteoarthritis as the primary condition. |
| 37774186 | Wahezi Se | 2023 | Percutaneous Ultrasound-Guided Coracohumeral Ligament Release For Refractory Adhesive Capsulitis: A Prospective, Randomized, Controlled, Crossover Trial Demonstrating One-Year Efficacy. | Wahezi Se;Naeimi T;Yerra S;Gruson K;Hossack M;Alvarez Et;Vydyanathan A;Voleti P;Malhotra R;Martinez E;Morrey B;Deer Tr;Gonzalez D | PAIN PHYSICIAN | | | 26 | E509-E516 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT of percutaneous coracohumeral ligament release for adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder), not osteoarthritis. The population does not meet inclusion criteria as adhesive capsulitis is a different condition from OA. |
| 37780193 | Paraliov At | 2023 | Management And Treatment Of Coxarthrosis In The Orthopedic Outpatient Clinic. | Paraliov At;Iacov-Craitoiu Mm;Mogoantă Mm;Predescu Oi;Mogoantă L;Crăiţoiu Ș | CURRENT HEALTH SCIENCES JOURNAL | | 10.12865/CHSJ.49.01.102 | 49 | 102-109 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational study analyzing patient characteristics and incidence of hip OA in an outpatient clinic setting. It is not a randomized controlled trial and does not involve any intervention comparison. |
| 37784197 | Larsson Sl | 2023 | A Self-Managed Exercise Therapy Program For Wrist Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Larsson Sl;Ekstrand E;Dahlin Lb;Björkman A;Brogren E | TRIALS | | 10.1186/s13063-023-07668-4 | 24 | 628 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing two self-managed exercise programs (neuromuscular exercises vs ROM exercises) in wrist OA. While both arms appear to be home-based, there may be differences in supervision/guidance during the programs, and the protocol description suggests potential differences in delivery that warrant inclusion under sensitivity rules. |
| 37793919 | Guida S | 2023 | Effects Of Tele-Prehabilitation On Clinical And Muscular Recovery In Patients Awaiting Knee Replacement: Protocol Of A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Guida S;Vitale J;Gianola S;Castellini G;Swinnen E;Beckwée D;Gelfi C;Torretta E;Mangiavini L | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-073163 | 13 | E073163 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing tele-prehabilitation (asynchronous, home-based with tablet/sensors) versus booklet-based prehabilitation in knee OA patients awaiting TKA. This clearly compares different levels of supervision in exercise delivery (remote digital vs self-directed with booklet). |
| 37797936 | Hutchison L | 2023 | Toe-In And Toe-Out Gait Retraining Interventions To Reduce Proxy Measures Of Medial Knee Joint Load In People With Medial Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Randomised Placebo-Controlled Trial. | Hutchison L;D'souza N;Grayson J;Hiller C;Kobayashi S;Simic M | CONTEMPORARY CLINICAL TRIALS | knee | 10.1016/j.cct.2023.107355 | 134 | 107355 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a gait retraining intervention comparing different gait modification approaches (toe-in vs toe-out vs placebo). While it involves supervised sessions, it does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery, which is the required comparison. |
| 37828564 | Webb S | 2023 | Group Physical Therapy For Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Hybrid Type Iii Effectiveness-Implementation Trial. | Webb S;Drake C;Coffman Cj;Sullivan C;Sperber N;Tucker M;Zullig Ll;Hughes Jm;Kaufman Bg;Pura Ja;Anderson L;Hastings Sn;Van Houtven Ch;Abbate Lm;Hoenig H;Ballengee La;Wang V;Allen Kd | IMPLEMENTATION SCIENCE COMMUNICATIONS | knee | 10.1186/s43058-023-00502-7 | 4 | 125 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a hybrid type III effectiveness-implementation trial comparing two implementation support packages for delivering group PT in knee OA. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery to patients. |
| 37858226 | Smith Md | 2023 | Protocol For A Randomised Feasibility Trial Comparing A Combined Program Of Education And Exercise Versus General Advice For Ankle Osteoarthritis. | Smith Md;Vuvan V;Collins Nj;Hunter Dj;Costa N;Smith Mmf;Vicenzino B | JOURNAL OF FOOT AND ANKLE RESEARCH | ankle | 10.1186/s13047-023-00669-1 | 16 | 72 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a feasibility RCT comparing a combined education and exercise program versus general advice in ankle OA. Both interventions are delivered by physiotherapists in group settings, so there is no difference in supervision level being tested. |
| 37887698 | Bird Ml | 2023 | Adding Behaviour-Change Counselling To An Exercise Program For Adults Preparing For Hip And Knee Arthroplasty Improves Psychological And Physical Wellness: Focus Group Reflections. | Bird Ml;Mulford J;Williams Ad;Cheney M;O'brien J | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH | hip; knee | 10.3390/ijerph20206960 | 20 | | EXCLUDE | high | This study examines adding behavior-change counseling to an exercise program in adults awaiting arthroplasty, but does not compare different levels of supervision. All participants received the same supervised ENHANCE program with no non-supervised comparison group. |
| 37931366 | Gür O | 2023 | The Effect Of Virtual Reality On Pain, Kinesiophobia And Function In Total Knee Arthroplasty Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Gür O;Başar S | THE KNEE | knee | 10.1016/j.knee.2023.09.012 | 45 | 187-197 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing VR plus exercise versus home exercise program in TKA patients. While it compares different exercise approaches, both groups appear to be home-based/unsupervised, with no supervised versus non-supervised comparison. |
| 37946291 | Kaynar Am | 2023 | Surxgwell: Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial Of Telemedicine-Based Digital Cognitive Behavioral Intervention For High Anxiety And Depression Among Patients Undergoing Elective Hip And Knee Arthroplasty Surgery. | Kaynar Am;Lin C;Sanchez Ag;Lavage Dr;Monroe A;Zharichenko N;Strassburger M;Saucier K;Groff Yj;Klatt Ba;O'malley Mj;Szigethy E;Wasan Ad;Chelly Je | TRIALS | hip; knee | 10.1186/s13063-023-07634-0 | 24 | 715 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT protocol testing digital cognitive behavioral intervention (RxWell) versus usual care in THA/TKA patients with mood disorders. This is a psychological intervention study, not comparing exercise supervision levels. |
| 37964273 | Feng Y | 2023 | Effect Of The Telemedicine-Supported Multicomponent Exercise Therapy In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Feng Y;Wu Y;Liu H;Bao T;Wang C;Wang Z;Huang J;Jiang Y;He C;Zhu S | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-023-07749-4 | 24 | 729 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing telemedicine-supported home-based multicomponent exercise therapy versus usual care (drug therapy and education) in knee OA. No comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise is planned. |
| 37967085 | Gorniak M | 2023 | Net Cost Savings Arising From Patient Completion Of An Active Self-Management Program. | Gorniak M;Pardillo M;Keating C;Brown C;Schilling C | PLOS ONE | | 10.1371/journal.pone.0293352 | 18 | E0293352 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT of an OA management program (education, exercise, weight loss) in knee OA patients. While supervision details are not explicitly stated, the comparison between an active intervention and control group may involve differential supervision levels that require full-text verification. |
| 37989380 | Bell Ec | 2023 | Using Supported Motivational Interviewing (Sumit) To Increase Physical Activity For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Pilot, Feasibility Randomised Controlled Trial. | Bell Ec;O'halloran P;Wallis Ja;Crossley Km;Gibbs Aj;Lee A;Jennings S;Barton Cj | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-075014 | 13 | E075014 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares motivational interviewing plus web platform versus usual care to increase physical activity in KOA patients. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs. |
| 37990187 | Bennell Kl | 2023 | A Self-Directed Digital Exercise Program For Hip Osteoarthritis ("My Hip Exercise"): Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Bennell Kl;Nelligan Rk;Hall M;Stratulate S;Mcmanus F;Lamb K;Marlow J;Hinman Rs | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip | 10.1186/s12891-023-07009-1 | 24 | 906 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares self-directed digital exercise versus online education only (not an exercise control). While it involves unsupervised exercise, there is no supervised exercise comparison arm to meet inclusion criteria. |
| 37990325 | Yang K | 2023 | Efficacy And Safety Of Platelet-Rich Plasma Combined With Tai Chi For Knee Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol For A Placebo-Controlled Randomized Trial. | Yang K;Ding Y;Xu H;Lai M;Xu X;Yu X;Deng Q;Jiang L | JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND RESEARCH | knee | 10.1186/s13018-023-04372-6 | 18 | 885 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares platelet-rich plasma injections with/without Tai Chi exercise. It does not compare different levels of supervision for exercise delivery; all groups appear to receive the same supervised Tai Chi classes. |
| 37996234 | Zhang S | 2023 | Effectiveness Of An Online Management Platform (Joint Cloud) Versus Standard Process For Patients Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty: Study Protocol For A Prospective Randomised Controlled Trial. | Zhang S;Ma H;Wang L;Wang M;Li B;Liu J | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-073058 | 13 | E073058 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares an online management platform (telemedicine) versus standard process for TKA patients, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. The intervention is not primarily about supervision level of exercise. |
| 38001510 | Abel R | 2023 | Effects Of Exercise Prehabilitation Before Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction On Functional Outcomes During Pre- And Postoperative Rehabilitation - Protocol For A Single-Blinded Randomised Controlled Trial. | Abel R;Niederer D;Offerhaus C;Shafizadeh S;Glowa A;Froböse I;Wilke C | TRIALS | | 10.1186/s13063-023-07776-1 | 24 | 752 | EXCLUDE | high | This study focuses on ACL reconstruction rehabilitation, not osteoarthritis. The population does not meet inclusion criteria (adults with OA). |
| 38002706 | Fosdahl Ma | 2023 | Body Mass Index, Quality Of Life And Activity Limitation Trajectories Over 2 Years In Patients With Knee Or Hip Osteoarthritis: A Dual Trajectory Approach Based On 4265 Patients Included In The Aktiva Quality Register. | Fosdahl Ma;Berg B;Risberg Ma;Øiestad Be;Holm I | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE | knee; hip | 10.3390/jcm12227094 | 12 | | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational trajectory analysis study using registry data, not a randomized controlled trial. It examines BMI and outcomes in patients enrolled in a program but does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 38023075 | Sharma M | 2023 | Protocol For A Quasi-Experimental Study To Ascertain The Effectiveness Of Using Eknee School Approach To Impart Self-Care Education To Patients Suffering From Knee Osteoarthritis During Covid-19 Pandemic. | Sharma M;Dhillon Ms;Singh A;Prinja S;Bahuguna P;Singh M;Adhya B;Negi S;Verma N | JOURNAL OF EDUCATION AND HEALTH PROMOTION | knee | 10.4103/jehp.jehp_1758_22 | 12 | 301 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol without results for a quasi-experimental study. The criteria specify excluding protocols without results and non-randomized studies. |
| 38029040 | Supe Hm | 2023 | Effect Of Pain Neuroscience Education With Conventional Physiotherapy Via Telerehabilitation On Pain Catastrophizing And Function In Patients With Osteoarthritis Knee: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Supe Hm;Mungikar Ss;Katage Ga;Garg Ka;Wani Sk | JOURNAL OF MID-LIFE HEALTH | knee | 10.4103/jmh.jmh_33_23 | 14 | 123-129 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT in knee OA patients compares pain neuroscience education with conventional physiotherapy delivered via telerehabilitation versus control. While comparing educational components, telerehabilitation versus standard care may involve different supervision levels, warranting inclusion for full-text review. |
| 38063519 | Thomas Dt | 2023 | Comparison Of Single And Combined Treatment With Exercise Therapy And Collagen Supplementation On Early Knee Arthritis Among Athletes-A Quasi-Randomized Trial. | Thomas Dt;Prabhakar Aj;Eapen C;Patel Vd;Palaniswamy V;Dsouza Mc;R S;Kamat Yd | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH | knee | 10.3390/ijerph20237088 | 20 | | EXCLUDE | high | This quasi-randomized trial compares collagen supplementation, exercise, and combined treatment in athletes with early knee OA. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise; all groups appear to receive similar intervention delivery methods. |
| 38096198 | Sørensen B | 2023 | Physiological And Clinical Effects Of Low-Intensity Blood-Flow Restricted Resistance Exercise Compared To Standard Rehabilitation In Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis-Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Sørensen B;Aagaard P;Hjortshøj Mh;Hansen Sk;Suetta C;Couppé C;Magnusson Sp;Johannsen Fe | PLOS ONE | knee | 10.1371/journal.pone.0295666 | 18 | E0295666 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares blood-flow restricted resistance training versus standard rehabilitation in knee OA. Both interventions involve supervised exercise (BFR twice weekly and SR involving supervised neuromuscular training); the comparison is about exercise type, not supervision level. |
| 38114980 | Wan Y | 2023 | The Effectiveness Of A 6-Week Biofeedback Gait Retraining Programme In People With Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Wan Y;Mcguigan P;Bilzon J;Wade L | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-023-07098-y | 24 | 984 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares different types of biofeedback for gait retraining (knee moment feedback vs. gait pattern feedback vs. control) in knee OA. All groups receive supervised weekly training sessions, so there is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 38152644 | Zhao Rl | 2023 | Short-Term And Long-Term Effectiveness Of Acupuncture And Tuina On Knee Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Zhao Rl;Ma Ph;Liu By;Yu Ch;Zhang Hr;Lv Q;Yang Dw;Yang Yp;Liu Hy;Wang Fy;Yin Cs;Su Sg;Wang Hc;Wang Xy;Yan Sy | FRONTIERS IN NEUROLOGY | knee | 10.3389/fneur.2023.1301217 | 14 | 1301217 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares acupuncture, tuina, and home-based exercise in knee OA patients. The comparison includes supervised treatments (acupuncture and tuina in hospital outpatient clinics) versus home-based exercise, meeting criteria for comparing supervised versus non-supervised interventions. |
| 38249281 | Alghamdi Ba | 2023 | Effect Of Low-Level Laser Therapy On Knee Range Of Motion And Functional Abilities After Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Alghamdi Ba;Karkousha Rn;Elgeidi Aa;Amin Fs;Tolba Am | CUREUS | knee | 10.7759/cureus.50893 | 15 | E50893 | EXCLUDE | high | This double-blind RCT compares low-level laser therapy plus rehabilitation versus rehabilitation alone after total knee replacement. The comparison is between laser therapy versus no laser therapy, not between different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 38264579 | Hu R | 2023 | Effective Evaluation Of Hgcnmlp Method For Markerless 3d Pose Estimation Of Musculoskeletal Diseases Patients Based On Smartphone Monocular Video. | Hu R;Diao Y;Wang Y;Li G;He R;Ning Y;Lou N;Li G;Zhao G | FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY | | 10.3389/fbioe.2023.1335251 | 11 | 1335251 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a technology validation study evaluating a markerless 3D pose estimation method for gait assessment in patients with musculoskeletal disorders. It is not an RCT comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 38269396 | Mani R | 2023 | Self-Regulation Training For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Protocol For A Feasibility Randomised Control Trial (Mint Trial). | Mani R;Adhia Db;Awatere S;Gray Ar;Mathew J;Wilson Lc;Still A;Jackson D;Hudson B;Zeidan F;Fillingim R;De Ridder D | FRONTIERS IN PAIN RESEARCH (LAUSANNE, SWITZERLAND) | knee | 10.3389/fpain.2023.1271839 | 4 | 1271839 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a feasibility RCT comparing mindfulness meditation and EEG neurofeedback to usual care in knee OA patients. The interventions are self-regulation training programs, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 32574094 | Günaydin Öe | 2022 | Comparison Of The Added Effects Of Kinesio Taping And Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy To Exercise Alone In Knee Osteoarthritis. | Günaydin Öe;Bayrakci Tunay V | PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE | knee | 10.1080/09593985.2020.1780657 | 38 | 661-669 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares Kinesio taping plus home exercise versus ESWT plus home exercise versus home exercise alone in knee OA. All groups received the same home exercise program, so there is no difference in supervision level between groups. |
| 32610358 | Klika Ak | 2022 | Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Use After Total Knee Arthroplasty Improves Early Return To Function: A Randomized Trial. | Klika Ak;Yakubek G;Piuzzi N;Calabrese G;Barsoum Wk;Higuera Ca | THE JOURNAL OF KNEE SURGERY | knee | 10.1055/s-0040-1713420 | 35 | 104-111 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing NMES device use versus no NMES after total knee arthroplasty. Not comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs; focuses on electrical stimulation intervention in post-surgical patients. |
| 32886868 | Lawford Bj | 2022 | Challenges With Strengthening Exercises For Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis And Comorbid Obesity: A Qualitative Study With Patients And Physical Therapists. | Lawford Bj;Bennell Kl;Allison K;Schwartz S;Hinman Rs | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.24439 | 74 | 113-125 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two home-based strengthening programs (weight-bearing functional exercise versus non-weight-bearing quadriceps strengthening) delivered by physical therapists with 5 consultations plus home-based exercise for 12 weeks. While both arms involve home exercise, the comparison of delivery modes and supervision levels qualifies for inclusion per the sensitivity rules. |
| 33103499 | Alasfour M | 2022 | The Effect Of Innovative Smartphone Application On Adherence To A Home-Based Exercise Programs For Female Older Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis In Saudi Arabia: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Alasfour M;Almarwani M | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1080/09638288.2020.1836268 | 44 | 2420-2427 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares smartphone app-based home exercise program versus paper-based home exercise program in knee OA patients. The app-based delivery represents a form of remote/digital supervision versus minimal supervision (paper handouts), fitting the supervision comparison criteria. |
| 33956561 | Bieler T | 2022 | Exercise In Patients With Hip Osteoarthritis - Effects On Muscle And Functional Performance: A Randomized Trial. | Bieler T;Kristensen Alr;Nyberg M;Magnusson Sp;Kjaer M;Beyer N | PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE | hip | 10.1080/09593985.2021.1923096 | 38 | 1946-1957 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing supervised progressive resistance training and supervised Nordic Walking versus unsupervised home-based exercise in hip osteoarthritis patients. Clear comparison of supervised versus unsupervised exercise interventions. |
| 34077602 | Marconcin P | 2022 | | Marconcin P;Yázigi F;Teles J;Campos P;Espanha M | MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE | NA | 10.1002/msc.1573 | 20 | 137-144 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT in older adults with knee osteoarthritis comparing a combined self-management and exercise program versus educational program. The self-management component suggests potentially less supervised exercise versus standard care, warranting full-text review. |
| 34085408 | Pihl K | 2022 | Prognostic Factors For Health Outcomes After Exercise Therapy And Education In Individuals With Knee And Hip Osteoarthritis With Or Without Comorbidities: A Study Of 37,576 Patients Treated In Primary Care. | Pihl K;Roos Em;Taylor Rs;Grønne Dt;Skou St | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee; hip | 10.1002/acr.24722 | 74 | 1866-1878 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a prognostic factor study examining predictors of outcomes in a supervised exercise program (GLA:D), not an RCT comparing different levels of supervision. Single intervention group with no comparison arm. |
| 34253409 | Duong V | 2022 | High Baseline Pain Is Associated With Treatment Adherence In Persons Diagnosed With Thumb Base Osteoarthritis: An Observational Study. | Duong V;Nicolson Pj;Robbins Sr;Deveza La;Wajon A;Jongs R;Hunter Dj | JOURNAL OF HAND THERAPY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HAND THERAPISTS | | 10.1016/j.jht.2021.04.024 | 35 | 447-453 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational cohort study nested within an RCT, not an RCT itself, and does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. The study examines adherence predictors in participants receiving a combined treatment package. |
| 34280069 | Manlapaz Dg | 2022 | Exergaming To Improve Balance And Decrease The Risk Of Falling In Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Mixed-Methods Feasibility Study. | Manlapaz Dg;Sole G;Jayakaran P;Chapple Cm | PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE | knee | 10.1080/09593985.2021.1952670 | 38 | 2428-2440 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-group pre-post feasibility study, not a randomized controlled trial. It examines exergaming (Nintendo Wii Fit) for balance in knee OA but lacks the required randomized comparison design. |
| 34312043 | Mcveigh Kh | 2022 | Dynamic Stabilization Home Exercise Program For Treatment Of Thumb Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis: A Prospective Randomized Control Trial. | Mcveigh Kh;Kannas Sn;Ivy Cc;Garner Hw;Barnes Cs;Heckman Mg;Brushaber De;Murray Pm | JOURNAL OF HAND THERAPY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HAND THERAPISTS | | 10.1016/j.jht.2021.06.002 | 35 | 435-446 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing standard conservative therapy alone versus standard conservative therapy plus dynamic stability home exercise program for thumb CMC OA. The home exercise program represents unsupervised/self-directed exercise versus no structured exercise. |
| 34655765 | Scott Ej | 2022 | Automated Text-Messaging After Hip Arthroscopy: AÂ Randomized-Controlled Trial Of "Post-Op Buddy". | Scott Ej;Anthony Ca;O'connor Mj;Lynch Ts;Westermann Rw | ARTHROSCOPY : THE JOURNAL OF ARTHROSCOPIC & RELATED SURGERY : OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE ARTHROSCOPY ASSOCIATION OF NORTH AMERICA AND THE INTERNATIONAL ARTHROSCOPY ASSOCIATION | hip | 10.1016/j.arthro.2021.09.030 | 38 | 1488-1495.E5 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates automated text messaging after hip arthroscopy, not comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise in osteoarthritis patients. The population has hip arthroscopy (likely for labral tears or FAI), not osteoarthritis, and the intervention is a communication tool rather than an exercise supervision comparison. |
| 34811841 | Olsen Al | 2022 | Basic Body Awareness Therapy Versus Standard Care In Hip Osteoarthritis. A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Olsen Al;Magnussen Lh;Skjaerven Lh;Assmus J;Sundal Ma;Furnes O;Hallan G;Strand Li | PHYSIOTHERAPY RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL : THE JOURNAL FOR RESEARCHERS AND CLINICIANS IN PHYSICAL THERAPY | hip | 10.1002/pri.1930 | 27 | E1930 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares Basic Body Awareness Therapy (structured group sessions, likely supervised) to self-initiated standard care in hip OA patients. The comparison appears to involve different supervision levels, with BBAT being supervised group therapy versus self-directed care. |
| 34826572 | Reichenbach S | 2022 | Effect Of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (Tens) On Knee Pain And Physical Function In Patients With Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis: The Etrelka Randomized Clinical Trial. | Reichenbach S;Jüni P;Hincapié Ca;Schneider C;Meli Dn;Schürch R;Streit S;Lucas C;Mebes C;Rutjes Aws;Da Costa Br | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2021.10.015 | 30 | 426-435 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares TENS (electrical nerve stimulation) to placebo TENS in knee OA patients. It does not involve an exercise intervention or compare supervision levels. |
| 34843383 | Bennell Kl | 2022 | Comparing Video-Based, Telehealth-Delivered Exercise And Weight Loss Programs With Online Education On Outcomes Of Knee Osteoarthritis : A Randomized Trial. | Bennell Kl;Lawford Bj;Keating C;Brown C;Kasza J;Mackenzie D;Metcalf B;Kimp Aj;Egerton T;Spiers L;Proietto J;Sumithran P;Harris A;Quicke Jg;Hinman Rs | ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.7326/M21-2388 | 175 | 198-209 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares two telehealth-delivered exercise programs (one with diet, one without) against online education control. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise—all exercise arms receive similar physiotherapist supervision via videoconference. |
| 34872042 | Magni N | 2022 | Six Weeks Of Resistance Training (Plus Advice) Vs Advice Only In Hand Osteoarthritis: A Single-Blind, Randomised, Controlled Feasibility Trial. | Magni N;Mcnair P;Rice D | MUSCULOSKELETAL SCIENCE & PRACTICE | hand | 10.1016/j.msksp.2021.102491 | 57 | 102491 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT comparing supervised resistance training (BFRT and HIT groups with supervised hand exercises three times weekly for six weeks) versus advice only in hand OA. The supervised exercise groups differ substantially from the advice-only control in supervision level. |
| 34894050 | Brownlee J | 2022 | A Lifestyle Management For Arthritis Group Education Intervention For People With Inflammatory And Degenerative Arthritis: An Observational Study. | Brownlee J;Sheridan E;Synnott A;Mccormack A;Bell M;Fitzgerald O | MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE | | 10.1002/msc.1608 | 20 | 547-556 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational pretest-posttest study of a group education intervention, not a randomized controlled trial. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 34924557 | Robson E | 2022 | Compliance With Telephone-Based Lifestyle Weight Loss Programs Improves Low Back Pain But Not Knee Pain Outcomes: Complier Average Causal Effects Analyses Of 2 Randomised Trials. | Robson E;Kamper Sj;Lee H;Palazzi K;O'brien Km;Williams A;Hodder Rk;Williams Cm | PAIN | knee | 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000002506 | 163 | E862-E868 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares a telephone-based lifestyle weight loss program to usual care, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. The intervention focuses on weight loss through health coaching calls, not exercise supervision levels. |
| 34985236 | Pozsgai M | 2022 | End-Range Maitland Mobilization Decreasing Pain Sensitivity In Knee Osteoarthritis: Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trial. | Pozsgai M;Péter Ia;Farkas N;Than P;Nusser N | EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | 10.23736/S1973-9087.22.06680-1 | 58 | 442-451 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares manual therapy techniques (Maitland mobilization vs sham) in knee OA patients. No exercise intervention or supervision comparison is involved. |
| 34986012 | Mostafa Msem | 2022 | Effect Of High-Power Laser Therapy Versus Shock Wave Therapy On Pain And Function In Knee Osteoarthritis Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Mostafa Msem;Hamada Ha;Kadry Am;Zahran Ss;Helmy Na | PHOTOBIOMODULATION, PHOTOMEDICINE, AND LASER SURGERY | knee | 10.1089/photob.2021.0136 | 40 | 198-204 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two physical therapy modalities (ESWT vs HILT) for knee OA, not supervised vs non-supervised exercise. Both groups received conservative physical therapy programs without exercise supervision comparison. |
| 35023426 | Shavazipour B | 2022 | Interactive Multiobjective Optimization For Finding The Most Preferred Exercise Therapy Modality In Knee Osteoarthritis. | Shavazipour B;Afsar B;Multanen J;Miettinen K;Kujala Um | ANNALS OF MEDICINE | knee | 10.1080/07853890.2021.2024876 | 54 | 181-194 | EXCLUDE | high | This study develops a multiobjective optimization methodology to compare exercise therapy modalities from existing RCT data. It is not itself an RCT comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 35027029 | Cooper I | 2022 | An Anti-Inflammatory Diet Intervention For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Feasibility Study. | Cooper I;Brukner P;Devlin Bl;Reddy Aj;Fulton M;Kemp Jl;Culvenor Ag | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-022-05003-7 | 23 | 47 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm feasibility study of an anti-inflammatory diet intervention for knee OA with no comparison groups. It does not involve comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 35078446 | Whittaker Jl | 2022 | Efficacy Of The Soar Knee Health Program: Protocol For A Two-Arm Stepped-Wedge Randomized Delayed-Controlled Trial. | Whittaker Jl;Truong Lk;Losciale Jm;Silvester-Lee T;Miciak M;Pajkic A;Le Cy;Hoens Am;Mosewich A;Hunt Ma;Li Lc;Roos Em | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-022-05019-z | 23 | 85 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a delayed-control trial examining a single physiotherapist-guided exercise program versus delayed intervention in post-knee injury patients at risk for OA. It does not compare different levels of supervision between arms. |
| 35114983 | Östlind E | 2022 | Promoting Work Ability With A Wearable Activity Tracker In Working Age Individuals With Hip And/Or Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Östlind E;Eek F;Stigmar K;Sant'anna A;Hansson Ee | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip; knee | 10.1186/s12891-022-05041-1 | 23 | 112 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two self-management programs for OA (one with activity tracker, one without) but does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. Both arms received the same Supported Osteoarthritis Self-management Program (SOASP) with varying self-monitoring methods. |
| 35138410 | Beck Larsen J | 2022 | Study Protocol: Prosthesis Versus Active (Proact) Exercise Program In Patients With Glenohumeral Osteoarthritis - A Multicenter, Randomized Controlled Trial. | Beck Larsen J;Thillemann Tm;Launonen Ap;Østergaard Hk;Falstie-Jensen T;Reito A;Lund Jensen S;Mechlenburg I | ACTA ORTHOPAEDICA | | 10.2340/17453674.2022.2043 | 93 | 303-316 | EXCLUDE | high | Protocol for RCT comparing total shoulder arthroplasty vs exercise program in glenohumeral OA. Not comparing different levels of exercise supervision but surgery vs exercise. |
| 35165769 | Güler T | 2022 | Ultrasound-Guided Genicular Nerve Block Versus Physical Therapy For Chronic Knee Osteoarthritis: A Prospective Randomised Study. | Güler T;Yurdakul Fg;Önder Me;Erdoğan F;Yavuz K;Becenen E;Uçkun A;Bodur H | RHEUMATOLOGY INTERNATIONAL | knee | 10.1007/s00296-022-05101-8 | 42 | 591-600 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing genicular nerve block vs physical therapy in knee OA. Not comparing different levels of exercise supervision; comparing exercise to a procedural intervention. |
| 35176479 | Roos Em | 2022 | Knee And Hip Osteoarthritis Are More Alike Than Different In Baseline Characteristics And Outcomes: A Longitudinal Study Of 32,599 Patients Participating In Supervised Education And Exercise Therapy. | Roos Em;Grønne Dt;Thorlund Jb;Skou St | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee; hip | 10.1016/j.joca.2022.02.001 | 30 | 681-688 | EXCLUDE | high | Longitudinal cohort study comparing knee vs hip OA patients, not an RCT. Does not compare supervised vs non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 35179500 | Sassenberg K | 2022 | The Relation Of Attitude Toward Technology And Mastery Experience After An App-Guided Physical Exercise Intervention: Randomized Crossover Trial. | Sassenberg K;Roesel I;Sudeck G;Bernecker K;Durst J;Krauss I | JMIR FORMATIVE RESEARCH | | 10.2196/28913 | 6 | E28913 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing app-guided (non-supervised) vs physiotherapist-guided (supervised) exercise in patients with hip osteoarthritis. Clearly compares different levels of supervision. |
| 35220671 | Slattery B | 2022 | Service Evaluation Of Telehealth In A Physiotherapy Musculoskeletal Setting: Patient Outcomes And Results From Risk Stratification. | Slattery B;Ackerman L;Jagadamma Kc | MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE | | 10.1002/msc.1623 | 20 | 977-990 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a retrospective service evaluation (not an RCT) assessing a mixed telehealth/face-to-face approach in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. It is not a randomized controlled trial and does not specifically compare supervision levels. |
| 35229713 | Griffin Dr | 2022 | Arthroscopic Hip Surgery Compared With Personalised Hip Therapy In People Over 16 Years Old With Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome: Uk Fashion Rct. | Griffin Dr;Dickenson Ej;Achana F;Griffin J;Smith J;Wall Pd;Realpe A;Parsons N;Hobson R;Fry J;Jepson M;Petrou S;Hutchinson C;Foster N;Donovan J | HEALTH TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT (WINCHESTER, ENGLAND) | hip | 10.3310/FXII0508 | 26 | 1-236 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares arthroscopic hip surgery versus physiotherapist-led conservative care for femoroacetabular impingement syndrome. The population has femoroacetabular impingement, not osteoarthritis as the primary condition, and the comparison is surgery versus physiotherapy rather than different supervision levels of exercise. |
| 35248012 | Hall M | 2022 | Effects Of Adding A Diet Intervention To Exercise On Hip Osteoarthritis Pain: Protocol For The Echo Randomized Controlled Trial. | Hall M;Hinman Rs;Knox G;Spiers L;Sumithran P;Murphy Nj;Mcmanus F;Lamb Ke;Cicuittini F;Hunter Dj;Messier Sp;Bennell Kl | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip | 10.1186/s12891-022-05128-9 | 23 | 215 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing diet plus exercise versus exercise only in hip OA. Both groups receive the same exercise program with physiotherapy consultations via videoconferencing, so supervision level is not a differentiating factor between groups. |
| 35262716 | Nguyen C | 2022 | Effect Of Prehabilitation Before Total Knee Replacement For Knee Osteoarthritis On Functional Outcomes: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Nguyen C;Boutron I;Roren A;Anract P;Beaudreuil J;Biau D;Boisgard S;Daste C;Durand-Zaleski I;Eschalier B;Gil C;Lefèvre-Colau Mm;Nizard R;Perrodeau É;Rabetrano H;Richette P;Sanchez K;Zalc J;Coudeyre E;Rannou F | JAMA NETWORK OPEN | knee | 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.1462 | 5 | E221462 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares supervised prehabilitation exercise before total knee replacement versus usual care (information booklet). It does not compare different levels of supervision in exercise interventions for osteoarthritis management, but rather compares exercise versus no exercise before surgery. |
| 35283261 | Focht Bc | 2022 | The Collaborative Lifestyle Intervention Program In Knee Osteoarthritis Patients (Clip-Oa) Trial: Design And Methods. | Focht Bc;Rejeski Wj;Hackshaw K;Ambrosius Wt;Groessl E;Chaplow Zl;Descenza Vr;Bowman J;Fairman Cm;Nesbit B;Dispennette K;Zhang X;Fowler M;Haynam M;Hohn S | CONTEMPORARY CLINICAL TRIALS | knee | 10.1016/j.cct.2022.106730 | 115 | 106730 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares a combined exercise and dietary weight loss intervention with the Arthritis Foundation's Walk With Ease self-management program in knee OA patients. WWE is described as self-management, suggesting it may be less supervised than the intervention arm, warranting inclusion for full-text review. |
| 35288097 | Bartsch Lp | 2022 | Hindfoot Flexibility Influences The Biomechanical Effects Of Laterally Wedged Insoles And Ankle-Foot Orthoses In Medial Knee Osteoarthritis. | Bartsch Lp;Schwarze M;Block J;Alimusaj M;Hadzic A;Renkawitz T;Wolf Si | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | foot; ankle; knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2022.02.012 | 103 | 1699-1706 | EXCLUDE | high | This crossover RCT compares ankle-foot orthosis versus laterally wedged insole in medial knee OA patients. The interventions are orthotic devices, not exercise programs with varying supervision levels. |
| 35317764 | Song K | 2022 | An Evidence-Based Tailored Ehealth Patient Education Tool For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Song K;Zhu S;Xiang X;Wang L;Xie S;Liu H;Yang W;He C | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-022-05212-0 | 23 | 274 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT evaluating an eHealth patient education tool versus usual care in knee OA. The intervention is educational, not comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs. |
| 35318234 | Courties A | 2022 | Transcutaneous Vagus Nerve Stimulation In Erosive Hand Osteoarthritis: Protocol For The Randomised, Double-Blind, Sham-Controlled Estival Trial. | Courties A;Deprouw C;Rousseau A;Berard L;Touati A;Kalsch J;Villevieille M;Maheu E;Miquel A;Simon T;Berenbaum F;Sellam J | BMJ OPEN | hand | 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-056169 | 12 | E056169 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing active versus sham transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation in erosive hand osteoarthritis. The intervention is electrical stimulation, not exercise, so it does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 35331018 | De Zwart Ah | 2022 | High-Intensity Versus Low-Intensity Resistance Training In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | De Zwart Ah;Dekker J;Roorda Ld;Van Der Esch M;Lips P;Van Schoor Nm;Heijboer Ac;Turkstra F;Gerritsen M;Häkkinen A;Bennell K;Steultjens Mp;Lems Wf;Van Der Leeden M | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/02692155211073039 | 36 | 952-967 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares high-intensity versus low-intensity resistance training in knee OA patients. Both groups received supervised resistance training at different intensities, with no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 35347376 | Lebrun Dg | 2022 | Telerehabilitation Has Similar Clinical And Patient-Reported Outcomes Compared To Traditional Rehabilitation Following Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Lebrun Dg;Martino B;Biehl E;Fisher Cm;Gonzalez Della Valle A;Ast Mp | KNEE SURGERY, SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY, ARTHROSCOPY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ESSKA | knee | 10.1007/s00167-022-06931-6 | 30 | 4098-4103 | EXCLUDE | high | This retrospective matched cohort study (not an RCT) compares telerehabilitation versus traditional rehabilitation after total knee arthroplasty. The population is post-surgical TKA patients, not people with osteoarthritis as the primary condition. |
| 35354682 | Ming Lh | 2022 | Adductor Canal Block Versus Intra-Articular Steroid And Lidocaine Injection For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Study. | Ming Lh;Chin Cs;Yang Ct;Suhaimi A | THE KOREAN JOURNAL OF PAIN | knee | 10.3344/kjp.2022.35.2.191 | 35 | 191-201 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares adductor canal block versus intra-articular steroid injection for knee OA pain management. It does not compare exercise interventions of any kind. |
| 35365305 | Kaufman Bg | 2022 | Cost And Quality Of Life Outcomes Of The Stepped Exercise Program For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis Trial. | Kaufman Bg;Allen Kd;Coffman Cj;Woolson S;Caves K;Hall K;Hoenig Hm;Huffman Km;Morey Mc;Hodges Nj;Ramasunder S;Van Houtven Ch | VALUE IN HEALTH : THE JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR PHARMACOECONOMICS AND OUTCOMES RESEARCH | knee | 10.1016/j.jval.2021.09.018 | 25 | 614-621 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a cost-effectiveness analysis of the STEP-KOA trial comparing a stepped exercise program (internet-based exercise, phone counseling, and physical therapy as needed) versus arthritis education in knee OA. The intervention involves varying levels of supervision (self-directed internet to supervised PT), making it relevant to the review question. |
| 35369762 | Abdel-Aal Nm | 2022 | Mechanical Traction From Different Knee Joint Angles In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Abdel-Aal Nm;Ibrahim Ah;Kotb Mm;Hussein Aa;Hussein Hm | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/02692155221091508 | 36 | 1083-1096 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares mechanical traction from different knee angles in knee OA patients, with all groups receiving conventional physiotherapy. There is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 35371366 | Shah Mn | 2022 | Efficacy Of Knee Taping In Addition To A Supervised Exercise Protocol To Manage Pain And Functional Status In Individuals With Patellofemoral Osteoarthritis: A Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trial. | Shah Mn;Shaphe Ma;Qasheesh M;Reza Mk;Alghadir Ah;Iqbal A;Bhat P | PAIN RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT | knee | 10.1155/2022/2856457 | 2022 | 2856457 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares knee taping plus supervised exercise versus supervised exercise alone in patellofemoral OA. Both groups receive supervised exercise programs, so there is no comparison of different levels of supervision. |
| 35413476 | Husted Rs | 2022 | Knee-Extensor Strength, Symptoms, And Need For Surgery After Two, Four, Or Six Exercise Sessions/Week Using A Home-Based One-Exercise Program: A Randomized Dose-Response Trial Of Knee-Extensor Resistance Exercise In Patients Eligible For Knee Replacement (The Quadx-1 Trial). | Husted Rs;Troelsen A;Husted H;Grønfeldt Bm;Thorborg K;Kallemose T;Rathleff Ms;Bandholm T | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2022.04.001 | 30 | 973-986 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a dose-response trial comparing different exercise frequencies (2 vs 4 vs 6 sessions per week), not supervision levels. All groups perform the same home-based program with no differences in supervision described. |
| 35428274 | Ng Wh | 2022 | Comparison Of The Open Kinetic Chain And Closed Kinetic Chain Strengthening Exercises On Pain Perception And Lower Limb Biomechanics Of Patients With Mild Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol. | Ng Wh;Jamaludin Ni;Sahabuddin Fna;Ab Rahman S;Ahmed Shokri A;Shaharudin S | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-022-06153-8 | 23 | 315 | EXCLUDE | high | Compares open kinetic chain versus closed kinetic chain exercises. Both exercise groups have identical supervision structure (one session with physiotherapist, then home-based), so this is not a supervision level comparison. |
| 35436914 | Hall M | 2022 | Effects Of Adding Aerobic Physical Activity To Strengthening Exercise On Hip Osteoarthritis Symptoms: Protocol For The Phoenix Randomised Controlled Trial. | Hall M;Allison K;Hinman Rs;Bennell Kl;Spiers L;Knox G;Plinsinga M;Klyne Dm;Mcmanus F;Lamb Ke;Da Costa R;Murphy Nj;Dobson Fl | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip | 10.1186/s12891-022-05282-0 | 23 | 361 | EXCLUDE | high | This protocol compares aerobic physical activity plus strengthening versus strengthening alone. Both groups receive identical supervision (9 consultations with physiotherapist over 3 months), so this is not a supervision comparison. |
| 35436968 | Li R | 2022 | Efficacy Of Leg Swing Versus Quadriceps Strengthening Exercise Among Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Li R;Sun P;Zhan Y;Xie X;Yan W;Luo C | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-022-06282-0 | 23 | 323 | EXCLUDE | high | Both groups receive home-based exercise programs with identical supervision structure (5 individual sessions with physiotherapist). The comparison is between two different exercise types (leg swing vs quadriceps strengthening), not supervision levels. |
| 35454333 | Radu Af | 2022 | Highlighting The Benefits Of Rehabilitation Treatments In Hip Osteoarthritis. | Radu Af;Bungau Sg;Tit Dm;Behl T;Uivaraseanu B;Marcu Mf | MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) | hip | 10.3390/medicina58040494 | 58 | | EXCLUDE | high | This observational follow-up study compares patients who complied with rehabilitation treatment versus those who did not in hip OA. It is not a randomized controlled trial; patients self-selected into groups based on compliance rather than being randomized. |
| 35475787 | Mace Ra | 2022 | Live Video Mind-Body Program For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis, Comorbid Depression, And Obesity: Development And Feasibility Pilot Study. | Mace Ra;Greenberg J;Lemaster N;Duarte B;Penn T;Kanaya M;Doorley Jd;Burris Jl;Jacobs Ca;Vranceanu Am | JMIR FORMATIVE RESEARCH | knee | 10.2196/34654 | 6 | E34654 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a feasibility pilot study (NIH stage IA) for developing a mind-body activity program for patients with knee OA, depression, and obesity. It is not an RCT comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise; it's a single-arm open pilot testing program development. |
| 35476749 | Ganesh Hrs | 2022 | Effects Of An Integrated Yoga Program On Quality Of Life, Spinal Flexibility, And Strength In Older Adults: A Randomized Control Trial. | Ganesh Hrs;Subramanya P;Rao Rm;Vadiraj Hs;Udupa V | ADVANCES IN MIND-BODY MEDICINE | | | 36 | 22-28 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates a yoga program versus waitlist control in older adults for flexibility and strength outcomes. The study does not identify osteoarthritis as the primary population, and the comparison is not between different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 35485067 | Khovasova No | 2022 | [Comprehensive Personalized Protocol For The Prevention Of Repeated Falls In Elderly And Senile Patients]. | Khovasova No;Naumov Av;Tkacheva On;Moroz Vi | ZHURNAL NEVROLOGII I PSIKHIATRII IMENI S.S. KORSAKOVA | | 10.17116/jnevro202212204167 | 122 | 67-74 | EXCLUDE | high | This study focuses on fall prevention in elderly patients with a comprehensive personalized protocol versus standard recommendations. It does not specifically address osteoarthritis as the primary condition nor compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 35506932 | Kuptniratsaikul V | 2022 | Pain Management And Strength Gains Compared Between Pneumatic Partial Weight Support Treadmill And Underwater Treadmill In Overweight Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Kuptniratsaikul V;Chaiworapuek W;Kovintaset K;Meesawang M;Chinsawangwatanakul P;Danoi A | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/02692155221097032 | 36 | 1214-1228 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two different supervised exercise modalities (pneumatic partial weight support treadmill vs underwater treadmill) in patients with knee OA. Both interventions are supervised exercise programs with no comparison to non-supervised/home-based exercise. |
| 35514364 | Sax Oc | 2022 | A Novel Mobile App-Based Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Therapy For Improvement Of Knee Pain, Stiffness, And Function In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Trial. | Sax Oc;Gesheff Mg;Mahajan A;Patel N;Andrews Tj;Jreisat A;Ajani D;Mcmullen D;Mbogua C;Petersen D;Dasa V;Skrepnik N;Delanois Re | ARTHROPLASTY TODAY | knee | 10.1016/j.artd.2022.03.007 | 15 | 125-131 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing home-based NMES therapy vs sham NMES in knee OA patients. Study evaluates electrical stimulation devices, not exercise supervision differences. |
| 35535518 | Mcguire Mf | 2022 | What Is The Adult Experience Of Perthes' Disease? : Initial Findings From An International Web-Based Survey. | Mcguire Mf;Vakulenko-Lagun B;Millis Mb;Almakias R;Cole Ep;Kim Hkw | BONE & JOINT OPEN | | 10.1302/2633-1462.35.BJO-2021-0185.R1 | 3 | 404-414 | EXCLUDE | high | Web-based survey study of adults with childhood Perthes' disease describing patient characteristics and outcomes. Not an RCT and does not compare exercise interventions. |
| 35617272 | Moutzouri M | 2022 | How Effective Is A Blended Web-Based Rehabilitation For Improving Pain, Physical Activity, And Knee Function Of Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis? Study Protocol For A Randomized Control Trial. | Moutzouri M;Gioftsos G | PLOS ONE | knee | 10.1371/journal.pone.0268652 | 17 | E0268652 | INCLUDE | moderate | Protocol for RCT in knee OA comparing blended web-based rehabilitation program (which includes exercise) vs structured outdoor physical activity alone. The web-based vs structured outdoor comparison likely involves differences in supervision level. |
| 35629142 | Ho Cj | 2022 | The Effects Of A Patient-Specific Integrated Education Program On Pain, Perioperative Anxiety, And Functional Recovery Following Total Knee Replacement. | Ho Cj;Chen Yt;Wu Hl;Huang Ht;Lin Sy | JOURNAL OF PERSONALIZED MEDICINE | knee | 10.3390/jpm12050719 | 12 | | INCLUDE | moderate | Compares integrated education program with prehabilitation and supervised self-executed home-based exercise vs regular care in TKA patients. While TKA patients likely have OA, and supervision differences exist between groups, this is a surgical population which may be secondary to our OA focus. |
| 35654863 | Çira S | 2022 | Comparison Of The Efficacies Of Peloid Therapy And Paraffin Treatment Given As An Adjuncts To Exercise Therapy In Patients With Hallux Rigidus: A Randomized, Uncontrolled, Prospective Study. | Çira S;Yilmaz R;Karpuz S;Yilmaz H;Akkurt He | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOMETEOROLOGY | | 10.1007/s00484-022-02311-4 | 66 | 1699-1710 | EXCLUDE | high | Study compares peloid therapy vs paraffin therapy, both as adjuncts to home exercise. No comparison between supervised vs non-supervised exercise; both groups receive the same home exercise program. |
| 35657960 | Hall M | 2022 | Effect Of A Valgus Brace On Medial Tibiofemoral Joint Contact Force In Knee Osteoarthritis With Varus Malalignment: A Within-Participant Cross-Over Randomised Study With An Uncontrolled Observational Longitudinal Follow-Up. | Hall M;Starkey S;Hinman Rs;Diamond Le;Lenton Gk;Knox G;Pizzolato C;Saxby Dj | PLOS ONE | knee | 10.1371/journal.pone.0257171 | 17 | E0257171 | EXCLUDE | high | Within-participant crossover study evaluating a valgus knee brace, not comparing exercise interventions or supervision levels. Focus is on biomechanical outcomes of bracing. |
| 35674649 | López Ll | 2022 | Effectiveness Of An Individualized Comprehensive Rehabilitation Program In Women With Chronic Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | López Ll;BenÃtez Po;López Jc;Martos Ic;Torres Jr;Santiago Mg;Valenza Mc | MENOPAUSE (NEW YORK, N.Y.) | knee | 10.1097/GME.0000000000001959 | 29 | 687-692 | INCLUDE | low | RCT in knee OA comparing individualized comprehensive rehabilitation vs aquatic training. Insufficient detail to determine supervision differences, but different delivery modes may involve different supervision levels. |
| 35678062 | Samaan Ssrr | 2022 | A Randomized Comparative Study Between High-Intensity Laser Vs Low-Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound Both Combined With Exercises For The Treatment Of Knee Osteoarthritis. | Samaan Ssrr;Sedhom Mg;Grace Mo | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RHEUMATIC DISEASES | knee | 10.1111/1756-185X.14361 | 25 | 877-886 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing different physical modalities (HILT vs LIPUS) combined with exercise, not comparing supervision levels. All groups appear to receive supervised exercise. |
| 35681162 | Knoop J | 2022 | Patients' And Clinicians' Experiences With Stratified Exercise Therapy In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Qualitative Study. | Knoop J;De Joode Jw;Brandt H;Dekker J;Ostelo Rwjg | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-022-05496-2 | 23 | 559 | EXCLUDE | high | Qualitative study exploring experiences with an intervention from a parent RCT. Not a primary RCT comparison and does not compare supervision levels. |
| 35694906 | Hayashi K | 2022 | Effects Of Pericapsular Soft Tissue And Realignment Exercises For Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Hip And Harris Hip Score Below 60 Points. | Hayashi K;Tsunoda T;Tobo Y;Ichikawa F;Shimose T | CURRENT MEDICAL RESEARCH AND OPINION | hip | 10.1080/03007995.2022.2088716 | 38 | 1567-1578 | EXCLUDE | high | Single-arm observational study without randomization or comparison groups. Does not meet RCT design requirement. |
| 35698074 | Schweda S | 2022 | Implementation And Evaluation Of An Individualized Physical Exercise Promotion Program In People With Manifested Risk Factors For Multimorbidity (Multipill-Exercise): A Study Protocol For A Pragmatic Randomized Controlled Trial. | Schweda S;Müller G;Munz B;Sudeck G;Martus P;Dierkes K;Krauss I | BMC PUBLIC HEALTH | | 10.1186/s12889-022-13400-9 | 22 | 1174 | EXCLUDE | high | Protocol for a trial comparing individualized PA program versus standard health insurance programs in people with multimorbidity including various NCDs. While OA is mentioned as one possible condition, it is not the primary population and the study focuses on multiple chronic diseases rather than OA specifically. |
| 35794487 | Aksanyar B | 2022 | Comparison Of The Effectiveness Of Peloid And Paraffin Treatment For Symptomatic Hand Osteoarthritis In Women: A Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Study. | Aksanyar B;Yilmaz H;Karaarslan F;Yilmaz R;Karpuz S | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOMETEOROLOGY | hand | 10.1007/s00484-022-02324-z | 66 | 1841-1851 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing peloid therapy plus home exercise versus paraffin therapy plus home exercise in hand osteoarthritis patients. Both groups received home exercise programs, but the physical therapy modalities suggest potential differences in supervision level or clinic-based versus home-based components. |
| 35799287 | Rashid Sa | 2022 | Muscle Activation Patterns Around Knee Following Neuromuscular Training In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Secondary Analysis Of A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Rashid Sa;Hussain Me;Bhati P;Veqar Z;Parveen A;Amin I;Rashid Sm | ARCHIVES OF PHYSIOTHERAPY | knee | 10.1186/s40945-022-00140-7 | 12 | 19 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing neuromuscular training versus quadriceps strength training in knee OA patients. While supervision level is not explicitly stated, these represent different exercise delivery approaches that may differ in supervision, warranting inclusion per sensitivity rules. |
| 35802816 | Duong V | 2022 | Predictors Of Adherence To A Step Count Intervention Following Total Knee Replacement: An Exploratory Cohort Study. | Duong V;Dennis S;Ferreira Ml;Heller G;Nicolson Pja;Robbins Sr;Wang X;Hunter Dj | THE JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.2519/jospt.2022.11133 | 52 | 620-629 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cohort study nested within the PATHway trial analyzing only participants from the intervention group (step count monitoring with wearable tracker). Does not compare different supervision levels of exercise interventions. |
| 35830179 | Duong V | 2022 | Correlations Between Objective And Self-Reported Step Count Adherence Following Total Knee Replacement: A Longitudinal Repeated-Measures Cohort Study. | Duong V;Dennis S;Ferreira Ml;Nicolson P;O'connell R;Robbins Sr;Wang X;Hunter Dj | PHYSIOTHERAPY RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL : THE JOURNAL FOR RESEARCHERS AND CLINICIANS IN PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.1002/pri.1966 | 27 | E1966 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational cohort study nested within an RCT, examining step count adherence following TKR. It only reports data from the intervention group and does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 35856963 | Muñoz-Fonseca F | 2022 | [Effects Of A Telehealth-Based Physical Exercise Program On Functional Capacity In Patients With Osteoarthritis]. | Muñoz-Fonseca F;Concha-Cisternas Y;DÃaz-MartÃnez X;Celis-Morales C;Zapata-Lamana R;Cigarroa I | REVISTA MEDICA DE CHILE | | 10.4067/S0034-98872022000100033 | 150 | 33-45 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two exercise delivery methods in knee/hip OA: control group received printed instructions (unsupervised) versus experimental group receiving same instructions plus telehealth program with videos and messaging (remotely supervised/supported). This represents a comparison of supervision levels in exercise delivery. |
| 35902667 | Cruz Ayala Ja | 2022 | Using The Articularis Genu To Test Peri-Articular Muscle Health During Knee Osteoarthritis. | Cruz Ayala Ja;Crawford M;Gatterer Mc;Tovar M;Rivera Jc;Dasa V;Marrero L | SCIENTIFIC REPORTS | knee | 10.1038/s41598-022-17046-w | 12 | 12896 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a laboratory study examining myofiber characteristics in the articularis genu muscle tissue collected during arthroplasty in knee OA patients. It is not a randomized controlled trial and does not involve an exercise intervention. |
| 35907828 | Bennell Kl | 2022 | Effectiveness Of A Telehealth Physiotherapist-Delivered Intensive Dietary Weight Loss Program Combined With Exercise In People With Knee Osteoarthritis And Overweight Or Obesity: Study Protocol For The Power Randomized Controlled Trial. | Bennell Kl;Jones Se;Hinman Rs;Mcmanus F;Lamb Ke;Quicke Jg;Sumithran P;Prendergast J;George Es;Holden Ma;Foster Ne;Allison K | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-022-05685-z | 23 | 733 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a trial comparing diet plus exercise to exercise alone in knee OA. Both groups receive the same exercise program with identical supervision (6 physiotherapist consultations via videoconference), so there is no difference in exercise supervision level between groups. |
| 35908037 | Pacheco-Brousseau L | 2022 | Feasibility Of A Preoperative Strengthening Exercise Program On Postoperative Function In Patients Undergoing Hip Or Knee Arthroplasty: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Pacheco-Brousseau L;Dobransky J;Jane A;Beaulé Pe;Poitras S | PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES | hip; knee | 10.1186/s40814-022-01126-9 | 8 | 162 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This pilot RCT compares a preoperative strengthening exercise program to standard care in hip/knee arthroplasty patients. While it involves OA patients and is an RCT, the comparison is preoperative exercise versus no preoperative exercise, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 35922865 | Larsen Jb | 2022 | Are Progressive Shoulder Exercises Feasible In Patients With Glenohumeral Osteoarthritis Or Rotator Cuff Tear Arthropathy? | Larsen Jb;Østergaard Hk;Thillemann Tm;Falstie-Jensen T;Reimer Lcu;Noe S;Jensen Sl;Mechlenburg I | PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES | shoulder | 10.1186/s40814-022-01127-8 | 8 | 168 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm feasibility study of progressive shoulder exercises in patients with glenohumeral osteoarthritis. It is not a randomized controlled trial and has no comparison group. |
| 35954825 | Schweda S | 2022 | Proof Of Concept Of A 6-Month Person-Oriented Exercise Intervention 'Multipill-Exercise' Among Patients At Risk Of Or With Multiple Chronic Diseases: Results Of A One-Group Pilot Trial. | Schweda S;Munz B;Burgstahler C;Niess Am;Roesel I;Sudeck G;Krauss I | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH | | 10.3390/ijerph19159469 | 19 | | EXCLUDE | high | This is a one-group pilot trial (no comparison group) testing a person-oriented exercise intervention in patients with multiple chronic diseases including osteoarthritis. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 35964101 | Bieler T | 2022 | Effectiveness Of Promotion And Support For Physical Activity Maintenance Post Total Hip Arthroplasty-Study Protocol For A Pragmatic, Assessor-Blinded, Randomized Controlled Trial (The Panorama Trial). | Bieler T;Magnusson Sp;Siersma V;Rinaldo M;Schmiegelow Mt;Beck T;Krifa Am;Kjær Bh;Palm H;Midtgaard J | TRIALS | hip | 10.1186/s13063-022-06610-4 | 23 | 647 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a physical activity promotion intervention after total hip arthroplasty in patients with hip osteoarthritis. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise; rather, it compares a multimodal physical activity promotion intervention to no further attention (control). |
| 36008074 | Briggs-Price S | 2022 | Effects Of Combining Electrical Stimulation Of The Calf And Thigh Muscles In Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: Protocol For A Double-Blind, Randomised, Sham-Controlled Trial. | Briggs-Price S;Houchen-Wolloff L;Daynes E;Gerlis C;Latimer L;Mills Ge;Esler C;Singh Sj | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-061113 | 12 | E061113 | EXCLUDE | high | This protocol describes an RCT comparing active neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) device versus sham device for knee OA. It does not involve a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 36038894 | Strahl A | 2022 | Evaluation Of The Patient-Accompanying App "Alley Ortho Companion" For Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee And Hip: Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Multi-Center Trial. | Strahl A;Graichen H;Haas H;Hube R;Perka C;Rolvien T;Hubert J | TRIALS | knee; hip | 10.1186/s13063-022-06662-6 | 23 | 716 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT evaluating an eHealth app as an adjuvant to total joint arthroplasty surgery. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs. |
| 36042425 | Östlind E | 2022 | Experiences Of Activity Monitoring And Perceptions Of Digital Support Among Working Individuals With Hip And Knee Osteoarthritis - A Focus Group Study. | Östlind E;Ekvall Hansson E;Eek F;Stigmar K | BMC PUBLIC HEALTH | hip; knee | 10.1186/s12889-022-14065-0 | 22 | 1641 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative focus group study exploring experiences and perceptions of digital support and wearable activity trackers among OA patients. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. |
| 36051506 | Sengul A | 2022 | Isometric Quadriceps Exercises For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Knee Joint Position Flexion Versus Extension. | Sengul A;Yavuzer Mg;Keles O;Tunali An;Tuncer D | REHABILITATION RESEARCH AND PRACTICE | knee | 10.1155/2022/2690871 | 2022 | 2690871 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two different positions for performing quadriceps isometric exercises (knee extension vs knee flexion), with both groups receiving the same combined physical therapy program. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 36088783 | Magni N | 2022 | Development Of A Prediction Model To Determine Responders To Conservative Treatment In People With Symptomatic Hand Osteoarthritis: A Secondary Analysis Of A Single-Centre, Randomised Feasibility Trial. | Magni N;Rice D;Mcnair P | MUSCULOSKELETAL SCIENCE & PRACTICE | hand | 10.1016/j.msksp.2022.102659 | 62 | 102659 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares different types of exercise interventions (advice alone vs advice+BFRT vs advice+HIT), but all participants received supervised exercises three times per week for six weeks. There is no comparison between supervised and non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 36094367 | Pozsgai M | 2022 | Effect Of Single End-Range And Not End-Range Maitland Mobilization On Pressure Pain Threshold And Functional Measures In Knee Osteoarthritis: Randomised, Controlled Clinical Trial. | Pozsgai M;Udvarácz K;Péter Ia;Than P;Nusser N | EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | 10.23736/S1973-9087.22.07506-2 | 58 | 774-783 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT in knee OA compares different manual therapy mobilization techniques (end-range vs. not end-range Maitland mobilization vs. sham), not exercise interventions. There is no comparison of supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 36121690 | Hong M | 2022 | Postoperative Outcomes Of A Digital Rehabilitation Program After Total Knee Arthroplasty: Retrospective, Observational Feasibility Study. | Hong M;Loeb J;Yang M;Bailey Jf | JMIR FORMATIVE RESEARCH | knee | 10.2196/40703 | 6 | E40703 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a retrospective observational feasibility study comparing a digital program to standard care after total knee arthroplasty surgery, not a randomized controlled trial. The population is post-surgical patients, not primarily adults with osteoarthritis as a chronic condition. |
| 36122378 | Bennell Kl | 2022 | Effectiveness Of An Unsupervised Online Yoga Program On Pain And Function In People With Knee Osteoarthritis : A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Bennell Kl;Schwartz S;Teo Pl;Hawkins S;Mackenzie D;Mcmanus F;Lamb Ke;Kimp Aj;Metcalf B;Hunter Dj;Hinman Rs | ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.7326/M22-1761 | 175 | 1345-1355 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares unsupervised online yoga to online education control, not to supervised exercise. There is no comparison of different supervision levels—both groups are unsupervised. |
| 36127677 | Hinman Rs | 2022 | Exercise Adherence Mobile App For Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For The Mappko Randomised Controlled Trial. | Hinman Rs;Nelligan Rk;Campbell Pk;Kimp Aj;Graham B;Merolli M;Mcmanus F;Lamb Ke;Bennell Kl | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-022-05816-6 | 23 | 874 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol paper without results. Both arms receive the same physiotherapist-prescribed home-based exercise program with identical supervision (two videoconferencing consultations followed by unsupervised home exercise); they differ only in whether a mobile app is provided for adherence support, not in supervision level. |
| 36143334 | Cioroianu Go | 2022 | Colchicine Versus Physical Therapy In Knee Osteoarthritis. | Cioroianu Go;Florescu A;Mușetescu Ae;Sas Tn;Rogoveanu Oc | LIFE (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) | knee | 10.3390/life12091297 | 12 | | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares colchicine medication versus physical therapy in knee OA patients. While it involves physical therapy, it does not compare different levels of supervision within exercise interventions; it compares medication versus non-medication treatment. |
| 36143883 | Stamenkovic Bn | 2022 | Is Osteoarthritis Always Associated With Low Bone Mineral Density In Elderly Patients? | Stamenkovic Bn;Rancic Nk;Bojanovic Mr;Stojanovic Sk;Zivkovic Vg;Djordjevic Db;Stankovic Am | MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) | | 10.3390/medicina58091207 | 58 | | EXCLUDE | high | This is a retrospective cohort study examining bone mineral density in postmenopausal women with OA compared to controls. It is not a randomized controlled trial and does not involve any exercise intervention. |
| 36153027 | Martinsen L | 2022 | Effect Of A Mhealth Exercise Intervention Compared With Supervised Exercise Therapy In Osteoarthritis Management: Protocol Of The Digioa Trial. | Martinsen L;Østerås N;Moseng T;Tveter At | BMJ OPEN | | 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-066248 | 12 | E066248 | INCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing mHealth app-based home exercises (experimental) versus supervised exercise therapy (standard treatment with 2 weekly supervised sessions) in patients with hip/knee OA. This clearly compares different levels of supervision: digital/self-directed versus in-person supervised exercise. |
| 36162143 | Starkey Sc | 2022 | Effect Of Functional Weightbearing Versus Non-Weightbearing Quadriceps Strengthening Exercise On Contact Force In Varus-Malaligned Medial Knee Osteoarthritis: A Secondary Analysis Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Starkey Sc;Lenton G;Saxby Dj;Hinman Rs;Bennell Kl;Metcalf Br;Hall M | THE KNEE | knee | 10.1016/j.knee.2022.09.001 | 39 | 50-61 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares functional weightbearing (WB) versus non-weightbearing (NWB) quadriceps strengthening exercises in patients with medial knee OA and varus malalignment. The exercises were home-based and physiotherapist-prescribed, suggesting both groups received similar supervision levels with the primary difference being exercise type (WB vs NWB) rather than supervision level, but inclusion is warranted given ambiguity about supervision differences and home-based delivery. |
| 36175996 | Lambert J | 2022 | A Process Evaluation, With Mediation Analysis, Of A Web-Based Intervention To Augment Primary Care Exercise Referral Schemes: The E-Coacher Randomised Controlled Trial. | Lambert J;Taylor A;Streeter A;Greaves C;Ingram Wm;Dean S;Jolly K;Mutrie N;Taylor Rs;Yardley L;Price L;Campbell J | THE INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY | | 10.1186/s12966-022-01360-7 | 19 | 128 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares web-based behavioral support added to exercise referral schemes versus exercise referral schemes alone in patients with multiple chronic conditions including OA. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise; both arms appear to involve exercise referral schemes with varying levels of web-based support rather than differing supervision levels. |
| 36194515 | Groves-Williams D | 2022 | Evaluation Of Two Electronic-Rehabilitation Programmes For Persistent Knee Pain: Protocol For A Randomised Feasibility Trial. | Groves-Williams D;Mchugh Ga;Bennell Kl;Comer C;Hensor Ema;Conner M;Nelligan Rk;Hinman Rs;Kingsbury Sr;Conaghan Pg | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-063608 | 12 | E063608 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT protocol compares two electronic rehabilitation interventions that differ in supervision level: 'My Knee UK' (self-directed unsupervised internet-based home exercise) versus 'Group E-Rehab' (group-based physiotherapist-prescribed exercises via videoconferencing). This directly compares different levels of supervision in exercise delivery for knee OA. |
| 36263233 | Hsu Mf | 2022 | Factors Affecting Physical Activity Of People With Knee Osteoarthritis In Southern Taiwan: A Multiple Logistic Regression Analysis. | Hsu Mf;Hsieh Cm;Chiu Af | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PRACTICE | knee | 10.1155/2022/4736231 | 2022 | 4736231 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cross-sectional observational study examining factors affecting physical activity levels in people with knee OA. It is not a randomized controlled trial and does not compare exercise interventions. |
| 36266615 | Lin Pl | 2022 | Effects Of Computer-Aided Rowing Exercise Systems On Improving Muscle Strength And Function In Older Adults With Mild Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial. | Lin Pl;Yu Lf;Kuo Sf;Wang Xm;Lu Lh;Lin Ch | BMC GERIATRICS | knee | 10.1186/s12877-022-03498-2 | 22 | 809 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares computer-aided rowing exercise (CRE) to regular resistance exercise (CON), but both groups appear to receive supervised sessions two times per week. The comparison is between different exercise modalities (rowing vs resistance), not between supervised vs unsupervised delivery. |
| 36326763 | Jönsson T | 2022 | Comparison Of Face-To-Face Vs Digital Delivery Of An Osteoarthritis Treatment Program For Hip Or Knee Osteoarthritis. | Jönsson T;Dell'isola A;Lohmander Ls;Wagner P;Cronström A | JAMA NETWORK OPEN | hip; knee | 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.40126 | 5 | E2240126 | INCLUDE | moderate | This registry-based cohort study compares face-to-face versus digital delivery of OA treatment including education and exercise. While not explicitly described as an RCT, the comparison between delivery modalities that differ in supervision level meets inclusion criteria, and ambiguity about study design warrants inclusion per sensitivity rules. |
| 36348372 | KriÅ¡tof Mirt P | 2022 | Effects Of Early Home-Based Strength And Sensory-Motor Training After Total Hip Arthroplasty: Study Protocol For A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial. | KriÅ¡tof Mirt P;Strojnik V;KavÄiÄ G;TrebÅ¡e R | TRIALS | hip | 10.1186/s13063-022-06779-8 | 23 | 929 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a study of total hip arthroplasty patients, not osteoarthritis as the primary condition. The comparison is between standard physiotherapy with or without additional home-based exercises, not between supervised and non-supervised exercise. |
| 36420319 | Prieto-Moreno R | 2022 | Activehip+: A Feasible Mhealth System For The Recovery Of Older Adults After Hip Surgery During The Covid-19 Pandemic. | Prieto-Moreno R;Estévez-López F;Molina-Garcia P;Mora-Traverso M;Deschamps K;Claeys K;De Buyser J;Ariza-Vega P | DIGITAL HEALTH | hip | 10.1177/20552076221139694 | 8 | 20552076221139694 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a feasibility study of an mHealth system for older adults after hip surgery, not specifically for OA. It is not an RCT comparing different levels of supervision and the population is post-surgical rather than OA as primary condition. |
| 36428014 | Larsen Jb | 2022 | Five-Year Follow-Up Of Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis Not Eligible For Total Knee Replacement: Results From A Randomised Trial. | Larsen Jb;Roos Em;Laursen M;Holden S;Johansen Mn;Rathleff Ms;Arendt-Nielsen L;Rasmussen S;Skou St | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-060169 | 12 | E060169 | INCLUDE | high | This is a 5-year follow-up of an RCT in knee OA comparing supervised non-surgical treatment (including supervised exercise) versus written advice. This compares supervised versus non-supervised/minimal supervision approaches. |
| 36451167 | Lee Sh | 2022 | Validity Of The Osteoarthritis Research Society International (Oarsi) Recommended Performance-Based Tests Of Physical Function In Individuals With Symptomatic Kellgren And Lawrence Grade 0-2 Knee Osteoarthritis. | Lee Sh;Kao Cc;Liang Hw;Wu Ht | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-022-06012-2 | 23 | 1040 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a validation study comparing physical performance tests in KOA patients versus controls. It is not an RCT and does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 36474472 | Whittaker Jl | 2022 | Feasibility Of The Soar (Stop Osteoarthritis) Program. | Whittaker Jl;Truong Lk;Silvester-Lee T;Losciale Jm;Miciak M;Pajkic A;Le Cy;Hoens Am;Mosewich Ad;Hunt Ma;Li Lc;Roos Em | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2022.100239 | 4 | 100239 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm quasi-experimental feasibility study (not an RCT) of a virtually-delivered knee health program in people with knee trauma. It lacks randomization and does not compare supervised to non-supervised exercise. |
| 36474794 | Godziuk K | 2022 | Protocol For The Pomelo (Prevention Of Muscle Loss In Osteoarthritis) Randomized Pilot Feasibility Trial. | Godziuk K;Prado Cm;Forhan M | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2022.100312 | 4 | 100312 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol paper for a pilot feasibility trial comparing a multimodal intervention to usual care in knee OA patients. It does not describe comparing different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 36510279 | De Berardinis L | 2022 | Fast-Track Surgery And Telerehabilitation Protocol In Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty Leads To Superior Outcomes When Compared With The Standard Protocol: A Propensity-Matched Pilot Study. | De Berardinis L;Senarighi M;Ciccullo C;Forte F;Spezia M;Gigante Ap | KNEE SURGERY & RELATED RESEARCH | knee | 10.1186/s43019-022-00173-z | 34 | 44 | INCLUDE | moderate | This compares fast-track surgery with telerehabilitation to standard rehabilitation protocol in UKA patients with osteoarthritis. While the surgery component differs, telerehabilitation (remote/digital supervision) versus standard rehabilitation (likely more direct supervision) represents a comparison of supervision levels that warrants inclusion for full-text review. |
| 36511925 | Messier Sp | 2022 | Effect Of Diet And Exercise On Knee Pain In Patients With Osteoarthritis And Overweight Or Obesity: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Messier Sp;Beavers Dp;Queen K;Mihalko Sl;Miller Gd;Losina E;Katz Jn;Loeser Rf;Devita P;Hunter Dj;Newman Jj;Quandt Sa;Lyles Mf;Jordan Jm;Callahan Lf | JAMA | knee | 10.1001/jama.2022.21893 | 328 | 2242-2251 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares a diet and exercise intervention to an attention control group in patients with knee osteoarthritis. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision, which is the key requirement for inclusion. |
| 36514174 | Zhang Y | 2022 | Effects Of Internet Of Things-Based Power Cycling And Neuromuscular Training On Pain And Walking Ability In Elderly Patients With Koa: Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Zhang Y;Xie S;Wang X;Song K;Wang L;Zhang R;Feng Y;He C | TRIALS | | 10.1186/s13063-022-06946-x | 23 | 1009 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol paper for a trial that has not yet produced results. The protocol describes comparing different exercise interventions (power cycling vs neuromuscular training) delivered via IoT telerehabilitation, but does not compare supervised vs non-supervised exercise as all groups receive the same IoT-based delivery method. |
| 36514244 | Xiang Xn | 2022 | Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields For The Management Of Knee Osteoarthritis: Multicentre, Randomised, Controlled, Non-Inferiority Trial Protocol. | Xiang Xn;Zhu Sy;Song Kp;Wang Xy;Liu Hz;Yang Wj;Wang H;Zhang C;Yang L;He C | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-060350 | 12 | E060350 | EXCLUDE | high | Protocol for RCT comparing pulsed electromagnetic field therapy to celecoxib drug treatment in KOA. Does not involve exercise intervention comparison. |
| 36530599 | Elgendy Mh | 2022 | Efficacy Of Rectus Femoris Stretching On Pain, Range Of Motion And Spatiotemporal Gait Parameters In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Elgendy Mh;Zalabia Mm;Moharram An;Abdelhay Mi | BMJ OPEN SPORT & EXERCISE MEDICINE | knee | 10.1136/bmjsem-2022-001459 | 8 | E001459 | INCLUDE | low | RCT comparing two exercise programs in KOA patients that differ in content (one includes rectus femoris stretching, one does not). While supervision level is not explicitly stated, it's unclear if delivery/supervision differed between groups, warranting inclusion per sensitivity rules. |
| 36533668 | Krumov J | 2022 | Is Group-Based Physical Therapy Superior To Individual Rehabilitation In Elderly Adults After Total Knee Arthroplasty? A Prospective Observational Study. | Krumov J;Obretenov V;Bozov H;Tzachev N;Milanova H;Panayotov K;Papathanasiou J | EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF TRANSLATIONAL MYOLOGY | knee | 10.4081/ejtm.2022.10984 | 32 | | EXCLUDE | high | Study focuses on post-total knee arthroplasty rehabilitation comparing group-based vs individual physical therapy. Population is post-surgical TKA patients, not osteoarthritis patients receiving conservative exercise treatment. |
| 36550804 | Wang Xy | 2022 | Effect Of Iot-Based Power Cycling And Quadriceps Training On Pain And Function In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol. | Wang Xy;Xie Sh;Zhang Yj;Zhu Sy;Zhang Rs;Wang L;Feng Y;Wu Wr;Xiang D;Liao Y;He Cq | MEDICINE | knee | 10.1097/MD.0000000000031841 | 101 | E31841 | INCLUDE | moderate | Protocol for RCT comparing two exercise interventions (power cycling vs quadriceps training) with online guidance in KOA patients. While both groups receive online guidance, supervision levels may differ between structured cycling and quadriceps training, warranting inclusion for full-text review. |
| 36554968 | Roesel I | 2022 | Comparison Of A Group-/Home-Based And A Weight-Machine-Based Exercise Training For Patients With Hip Or Knee Osteoarthritis-A Secondary Analysis Of Two Trial Interventions In A Real-World Context. | Roesel I;Krauss I;Martus P;Steinhilber B;Mueller G | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH | hip; knee | 10.3390/ijerph192417088 | 19 | | INCLUDE | high | Comparative study of individual weight-machine-based training (clinic-based, likely supervised) versus group-/home-based training in hip/knee OA patients. Although described as secondary analysis, it compares exercise delivery modes that differ in supervision levels. |
| 37324606 | Paterson G | 2022 | A Pragmatic Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial Of The Oa Go Away Among Individuals With Osteoarthritis Of The Hip Or Knee. | Paterson G;Gaboury I;Bernick J;Wells Ga;Tugwell P;Toupin-April K | PHYSIOTHERAPY CANADA. PHYSIOTHERAPIE CANADA | hip; knee | 10.3138/ptc-2020-0110 | 74 | 396-403 | INCLUDE | low | This pilot RCT in hip/knee OA patients compares a behavioral tool (OA Go Away) plus prescribed exercise versus standard care. While the primary focus is on adherence, there may be differences in supervision between groups related to exercise delivery, warranting inclusion for full-text review. |
| 38319181 | Skou St | 2022 | Early Surgery Or Exercise And Education For Meniscal Tears In Young Adults. | Skou St;Hölmich P;Lind M;Jensen Hp;Jensen C;Garval M;Thorlund Jb | NEJM EVIDENCE | menisc | 10.1056/EVIDoa2100038 | 1 | EVIDOA2100038 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares surgery versus 12-week supervised exercise therapy and education in young adults with meniscal tears. Although not explicitly OA, meniscal tears are directly linked to OA risk, and the study involves supervised exercise as an intervention arm. |
| 40114321 | Chang Wj | 2022 | Feasibility And Safety Of Combining Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation And Quadriceps Strengthening Exercise For Chronic Pain In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Study Protocol For A Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial. | Chang Wj;Adie S;Naylor Jm;Chowdhury N;Finn H;Rizzo Rrn;O'hagan E;Schabrun Sm | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-062577 | 12 | E062577 | EXCLUDE | high | This protocol compares active rTMS plus exercise versus sham rTMS plus exercise in knee osteoarthritis. The comparison is between active and sham rTMS, not between different levels of exercise supervision (both groups receive supervised exercise 2×/week plus home exercises). |
| 31544524 | Benedetti Mg | 2021 | Abductor Muscle Strengthening In Tha Patients Operated With Minimally-Invasive Anterolateral Approach For Developmental Hip Dysplasia. | Benedetti Mg;Cavazzuti L;Amabile M;Tassinari E;Valente G;Zanotti G;Vaienti E;Orsini S;Mariani E;Taddei F | HIP INTERNATIONAL : THE JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL RESEARCH ON HIP PATHOLOGY AND THERAPY | hip | 10.1177/1120700019877174 | 31 | 66-74 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares standard rehabilitation versus standard rehabilitation plus additional supervised abductor strengthening in patients after total hip replacement for developmental hip dysplasia. Both groups received supervised care; the comparison is not between supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 31733045 | Paterson Kl | 2021 | Podiatry Intervention Versus Usual General Practitioner Care For Symptomatic Radiographic Osteoarthritis Of The First Metatarsophalangeal Joint: A Randomized Clinical Feasibility Study. | Paterson Kl;Hinman Rs;Metcalf Br;Campbell Pk;Menz Hb;Hunter Dj;Bennell Kl | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | | 10.1002/acr.24107 | 73 | 250-258 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares a podiatry intervention (including foot orthoses, exercise, manual therapy) to usual GP care (medication advice). While both groups receive exercise, this is not a comparison focused on supervision levels of exercise delivery, but rather different treatment modalities (podiatry vs medical management). |
| 32100224 | Huang Cc | 2021 | Effects Of A Dynamic Combined Training On Impulse Response For Middle-Aged And Elderly Patients With Osteoporosis And Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Control Trial. | Huang Cc;Wang Hh;Chen Kc;Yang Kj;Chang Ly;Shiang Ty;Lin Tc | AGING CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL RESEARCH | knee | 10.1007/s40520-020-01508-0 | 33 | 115-123 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares supervised dynamic combined training to control group in patients with osteoporosis or KOA. However, it does not compare different levels of exercise supervision (supervised vs non-supervised exercise). |
| 32124499 | Khodneva Y | 2021 | Peer Support Intervention Improves Pain-Related Outcomes Among Rural Adults With Diabetes And Chronic Pain At 12-Month Follow-Up. | Khodneva Y;Richman J;Andreae S;Cherrington A;Safford Mm | THE JOURNAL OF RURAL HEALTH : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN RURAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION AND THE NATIONAL RURAL HEALTH CARE ASSOCIATION | | 10.1111/jrh.12422 | 37 | 394-405 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares peer-delivered CBT intervention to general health education in diabetes patients with chronic pain. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision and OA is not the primary condition. |
| 32144896 | Jiang X | 2021 | Precision Medicine Approach To Develop And Internally Validate Optimal Exercise And Weight-Loss Treatments For Overweight And Obese Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: Data From A Single-Center Randomized Trial. | Jiang X;Nelson Ae;Cleveland Rj;Beavers Dp;Schwartz Ta;Arbeeva L;Alvarez C;Callahan Lf;Messier S;Loeser R;Kosorok Mr | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.24179 | 73 | 693-701 | EXCLUDE | high | This precision medicine study uses existing RCT data to develop individualized treatment rules but does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. All three arms (exercise, diet, diet+exercise) appear to have similar supervision levels. |
| 32330971 | Cao L | 2021 | The Role Of Knee Position In Blood Loss And Enhancement Of Recovery After Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Cao L;Yang H;Sun K;Wang H;Fan H;Cheng W | THE JOURNAL OF KNEE SURGERY | knee | 10.1055/s-0040-1708042 | 34 | 1304-1309 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT in total knee arthroplasty patients compares different postoperative knee positioning (flexion vs extension), not different levels of exercise supervision. The intervention is about positioning, not supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 32604422 | Redelbach R | 2021 | Digital Measurement Of Individual Motor And Proprioceptive Skills In Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee Prior To Total Knee Replacement. | Redelbach R;Mahnke A;Anders Jo | ZEITSCHRIFT FUR ORTHOPADIE UND UNFALLCHIRURGIE | knee | 10.1055/a-1174-0946 | 159 | 513-520 | EXCLUDE | high | Cross-sectional measurement study developing a motor assessment score for patients before total knee replacement. Not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. |
| 32815908 | Song J | 2021 | Sleep Disturbance Trajectories In Osteoarthritis. | Song J;Lee J;Lee Yc;Chang Ah;Semanik Pa;Chang Rw;Ehrlich-Jones L;Dunlop Dd | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY : PRACTICAL REPORTS ON RHEUMATIC & MUSCULOSKELETAL DISEASES | | 10.1097/RHU.0000000000001512 | 27 | E440-E445 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a longitudinal cohort study examining sleep disturbance trajectories in adults with or at risk for knee OA, not a randomized controlled trial. It does not compare exercise interventions or supervision levels. |
| 32931545 | Xiao Cm | 2021 | Follow-Up Of A Wuqinxi Exercise At Home Programme To Reduce Pain And Improve Function For Knee Osteoarthritis In Older People: A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Xiao Cm;Li Jj;Kang Y;Zhuang Yc | AGE AND AGEING | knee | 10.1093/ageing/afaa179 | 50 | 570-575 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing a Wuqinxi home-exercise programme (unsupervised/self-directed) versus a control group in older adults with knee OA. The intervention is clearly home-based exercise, which fits the non-supervised exercise criterion. |
| 32958468 | Thorlund Jb | 2021 | Patients Use Fewer Analgesics Following Supervised Exercise Therapy And Patient Education: An Observational Study Of 16 499 Patients With Knee Or Hip Osteoarthritis. | Thorlund Jb;Roos Em;Goro P;Ljungcrantz Eg;Grønne Dt;Skou St | BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE | knee; hip | 10.1136/bjsports-2019-101265 | 55 | 670-675 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational registry study examining changes in analgesic use following supervised exercise therapy and patient education. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing different levels of supervision. |
| 32975020 | Coleman G | 2021 | Does A Physical Therapist-Administered Physical Activity Intervention Reduce Sedentary Time After Total Knee Replacement: An Exploratory Study? | Coleman G;White Dk;Thoma Lm;Mathews D;Christiansen Mb;Schmitt La;Jakiela Jt;Master H | MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE | knee | 10.1002/msc.1517 | 19 | 142-145 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT is in total knee replacement patients, not osteoarthritis patients specifically. The intervention compares standard physical therapy with versus without a Fitbit-based physical activity program, which is not primarily an exercise supervision comparison. |
| 33174614 | Rini C | 2021 | Changes In Identification Of Possible Pain Coping Strategies By People With Osteoarthritis Who Complete Web-Based Pain Coping Skills Training. | Rini C;Katz Awk;Nwadugbo A;Porter Ls;Somers Tj;Keefe Fj | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE | | 10.1007/s12529-020-09938-w | 28 | 488-498 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates web-based pain coping skills training versus standard care, focusing on psychological coping strategies rather than comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs in OA patients. |
| 33210408 | Thomas Jv | 2021 | Influence Of A Low-Dose Supplementation Of Curcumagalactomannoside Complex (Curqfen) In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized, Open-Labeled, Active-Controlled Clinical Trial. | Thomas Jv;Smina Tp;Khanna A;Kunnumakkara Ab;Maliakel B;Mohanan R;Krishnakumar Im | PHYTOTHERAPY RESEARCH : PTR | knee | 10.1002/ptr.6907 | 35 | 1443-1455 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares supplementation with curcumagalactomannosides versus glucosamine-chondroitin combination in knee OA patients. It is a pharmacological intervention trial with no exercise component or supervision comparison. |
| 33323306 | Azizi S | 2021 | Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Single-Blind Randomized Sham-Controlled Trial. | Azizi S;Rezasoltani Z;Najafi S;Mohebi B;Tabatabaee Sm;Dadarkhah A | NEUROPHYSIOLOGIE CLINIQUE = CLINICAL NEUROPHYSIOLOGY | knee | 10.1016/j.neucli.2020.12.002 | 51 | 329-338 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares transcranial direct current stimulation versus sham stimulation in knee OA patients. It does not evaluate exercise interventions or compare supervision levels. |
| 33370174 | Allen Kd | 2021 | Stepped Exercise Program For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis : A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Allen Kd;Woolson S;Hoenig Hm;Bongiorni D;Byrd J;Caves K;Hall Ks;Heiderscheit B;Hodges Nj;Huffman Km;Morey Mc;Ramasunder S;Severson H;Van Houtven C;Abbate Lm;Coffman Cj | ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.7326/M20-4447 | 174 | 298-307 | INCLUDE | high | RCT in knee OA comparing stepped exercise program (starting with internet-based exercise, progressing to coaching calls, then in-person PT) versus education control. Multiple supervision levels are compared (unsupervised internet-based vs remote coaching vs in-person), clearly meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 33402161 | Mesa-Castrillon Ci | 2021 | Ehealth To Empower Patients With Musculoskeletal Pain In Rural Australia (Empower) A Randomised Clinical Trial: Study Protocol. | Mesa-Castrillon Ci;Simic M;Ferreira Ml;Hatswell K;Luscombe G;De Gregorio Am;Davis Pr;Bauman A;Bunker S;Clavisi O;Knox G;Bennell Kl;Ferreira Ph | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.1186/s12891-020-03866-2 | 22 | 11 | EXCLUDE | high | Study compares swimming versus cycling exercise modalities with both appearing to be supervised training. The comparison is between exercise types (swimming vs cycling), not supervision levels. |
| 33430844 | Patterson Be | 2021 | Exercise-Therapy And Education For Individuals One Year After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial. | Patterson Be;Barton Cj;Culvenor Ag;Cooper Rl;Crossley Km | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.1186/s12891-020-03919-6 | 22 | 64 | EXCLUDE | high | Study focuses on anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) rehabilitation, not osteoarthritis. Population does not meet inclusion criteria as OA is not the primary condition. |
| 33434629 | Lawford Bj | 2021 | "It's The Single Best Thing I've Done In The Last 10 Years": A Qualitative Study Exploring Patient And Dietitian Experiences With, And Perceptions Of, A Multi-Component Dietary Weight Loss Program For Knee Osteoarthritis. | Lawford Bj;Bennell Kl;Jones Se;Keating C;Brown C;Hinman Rs | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2021.01.001 | 29 | 507-517 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study exploring patient and dietitian experiences with a dietary weight loss program for knee OA. It does not compare exercise interventions with different supervision levels and focuses on diet rather than exercise. |
| 33453514 | Bandak E | 2021 | The Effect Of Exercise Therapy On Inflammatory Activity Assessed By Mri In Knee Osteoarthritis: Secondary Outcomes From A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Bandak E;Boesen M;Bliddal H;Daugaard C;Hangaard S;Bartholdy C;Damm Nybing J;Kubassova O;Henriksen M | THE KNEE | knee | 10.1016/j.knee.2020.12.022 | 28 | 256-265 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares supervised exercise therapy (3 times/week for 12 weeks) versus a no-attention control group in knee OA. While comparing exercise to no exercise rather than different supervision levels, inclusion criteria suggest including when supervision is identifiable and when in doubt. |
| 33459601 | Lawford Bj | 2021 | Association Between Therapeutic Alliance And Outcomes Following Telephone-Delivered Exercise By A Physical Therapist For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: Secondary Analyses From A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Lawford Bj;Bennell Kl;Campbell Pk;Kasza J;Hinman Rs | JMIR REHABILITATION AND ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES | knee | 10.2196/23386 | 8 | E23386 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a secondary analysis from an RCT examining telephone-delivered exercise by physical therapists in knee OA patients. The parent trial likely compared telephone (remote/minimally supervised) versus another delivery mode, meeting inclusion criteria for comparing supervision levels. |
| 33531832 | Reza Mk | 2021 | Efficacy Of Specified Manual Therapies In Combination With A Supervised Exercise Protocol For Managing Pain Intensity And Functional Disability In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Reza Mk;Shaphe Ma;Qasheesh M;Shah Mn;Alghadir Ah;Iqbal A | JOURNAL OF PAIN RESEARCH | knee | 10.2147/JPR.S285297 | 14 | 127-138 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two supervised exercise groups (one with manual therapy, one without). Both arms receive the same supervised exercise protocol, so there is no difference in supervision level between groups. |
| 33547927 | Bäcker Hc | 2021 | App-Based Rehabilitation Program After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Bäcker Hc;Wu Ch;Schulz Mrg;Weber-Spickschen Ts;Perka C;Hardt S | ARCHIVES OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND TRAUMA SURGERY | knee | 10.1007/s00402-021-03789-0 | 141 | 1575-1582 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This RCT in total knee arthroplasty patients compares app-based rehabilitation versus regular physiotherapy post-surgery. The population is post-surgical TKA patients, not people with osteoarthritis as the primary condition being treated. |
| 33620447 | Gohir Sa | 2021 | Effectiveness Of Internet-Based Exercises Aimed At Treating Knee Osteoarthritis: The Ibeat-Oa Randomized Clinical Trial. | Gohir Sa;Eek F;Kelly A;Abhishek A;Valdes Am | JAMA NETWORK OPEN | knee | 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2021.0012 | 4 | E210012 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares internet-based (app-delivered) exercise treatment versus routine self-management care in knee OA patients. This represents a comparison of minimally supervised/remote digital supervision versus usual care, which aligns with comparing supervision levels. |
| 33683300 | Deveza La | 2021 | Efficacy Of A Combination Of Conservative Therapies Vs An Education Comparator On Clinical Outcomes In Thumb Base Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Deveza La;Robbins Sr;Duong V;Bennell Kl;Vicenzino B;Hodges Pw;Wajon A;Jongs R;Riordan Ea;Fu K;Oo Wm;O'connell Rl;Eyles Jp;Hunter Dj | JAMA INTERNAL MEDICINE | | 10.1001/jamainternmed.2020.7101 | 181 | 429-438 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT in thumb base osteoarthritis compares a combination of conservative treatments (education, splint, exercises, gel) versus education alone. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 33771832 | Holden Ma | 2021 | Clinical And Cost-Effectiveness Of Bracing In Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis Management: Protocol For A Multicentre, Primary Care, Randomised, Parallel-Group, Superiority Trial. | Holden Ma;Callaghan M;Felson D;Birrell F;Nicholls E;Jowett S;Kigozi J;Mcbeth J;Borrelli B;Jinks C;Foster Ne;Dziedzic K;Mallen C;Ingram C;Sutton A;Lawton S;Halliday N;Hartshorne L;Williams H;Browell R;Hudson H;Marshall M;Sowden G;Herron D;Asamane E;Peat G | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2020-048196 | 11 | E048196 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol paper without results, comparing bracing interventions rather than comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. The comparison is brace plus exercise/advice versus exercise/advice alone, not different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 33781238 | Wang F | 2021 | The Effects On Pain, Physical Function, And Quality Of Life Of Quadriceps Strengthening Exercises Combined With Baduanjin Qigong In Older Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Quasi-Experimental Study. | Wang F;Zhang X;Tong X;Zhang M;Xing F;Yang K;Jiao N;Duan Z | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-021-04179-8 | 22 | 313 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a quasi-experimental study, not a randomized controlled trial. The study design explicitly states it is a "three-arm, quasi-experimental trial" which does not meet the RCT inclusion criteria. |
| 33785660 | Bokaeian Hr | 2021 | Effects Of An Exercise Therapy Targeting Knee Kinetics On Pain, Function, And Gait Kinetics In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Bokaeian Hr;Esfandiarpour F;Zahednejad S;Mohammadi Hk;Farahmand F | ADAPTED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY QUARTERLY : APAQ | knee | 10.1123/apaq.2020-0144 | 38 | 377-395 | INCLUDE | high | RCT in knee OA patients comparing three exercise interventions all delivered in supervised sessions (12 supervised sessions stated). While all supervised, need full text to confirm if supervision levels differ between groups. |
| 33789636 | Schild M | 2021 | The Burden Of Chronic Pain For Patients With Osteoarthritis In Germany: A Retrospective Cohort Study Of Claims Data. | Schild M;Müller U;Von Schenck U;Prieur S;Miller R | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.1186/s12891-021-04180-1 | 22 | 317 | EXCLUDE | high | Retrospective cohort analysis of claims data, not a randomized controlled trial. No exercise intervention comparison. |
| 33843948 | Nelligan Rk | 2021 | Effects Of A Self-Directed Web-Based Strengthening Exercise And Physical Activity Program Supported By Automated Text Messages For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Nelligan Rk;Hinman Rs;Kasza J;Crofts Sjc;Bennell Kl | JAMA INTERNAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.1001/jamainternmed.2021.0991 | 181 | 776-785 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing self-directed web-based exercise (unsupervised) versus control in people with knee OA. Intervention group received unsupervised strengthening and physical activity program, meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 33851246 | YaÅŸar Mf | 2021 | Comparison Of Outpatient And Inpatient Spa Therapy In Knee Osteoarthritis. | YaÅŸar Mf;YakÅŸi E;Kurul R;Balci M | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOMETEOROLOGY | knee | 10.1007/s00484-021-02122-z | 65 | 1675-1682 | EXCLUDE | high | Compares inpatient versus outpatient spa therapy settings, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. Both groups received supervised physical therapy programs with identical modalities. |
| 33863614 | Rao Bm | 2021 | Worse Preoperative Pain And Higher Activity Levels Predict Patient Choice Of Formal Physical Therapy After Primary Anterior Total Hip Arthroplasty. | Rao Bm;Cieslewicz Tj;Sochacki Kr;Kohlrieser Da;Moylan Dd;Ellis Tj | THE JOURNAL OF ARTHROPLASTY | hip | 10.1016/j.arth.2021.03.027 | 36 | 2823-2828.E2 | EXCLUDE | high | Study population underwent total hip arthroplasty (THA), not osteoarthritis as primary condition. This is post-surgical rehabilitation, not primary OA management. |
| 33879221 | Xu D | 2021 | Effect Of Acupotomy In Knee Osteoarthritis Patients: Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Xu D;Lee M;Huang C;Wei J;Zhou M;Yao T;Lu J;Zhao W;Xu N;Huang R;He J;Zheng L | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-021-05247-z | 22 | 295 | EXCLUDE | high | Study protocol for RCT comparing acupotomy versus sham acupotomy in knee osteoarthritis. Not comparing supervised versus unsupervised exercise interventions. |
| 33906695 | Ho Kk | 2021 | A Randomized Controlled Trial On The Effect Of Focal Thermal Therapy At Acupressure Points Treating Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Ho Kk;Kwok Aw;Chau Ww;Xia Sm;Wang Yl;Cheng Jc | JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND RESEARCH | knee | 10.1186/s13018-021-02398-2 | 16 | 282 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing two thermal therapy modalities (heat pack vs thermal gun at acupressure points) in knee osteoarthritis. Not comparing supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 33929326 | Jones Se | 2021 | Evaluation Of A Novel E-Learning Program For Physiotherapists To Manage Knee Osteoarthritis Via Telehealth: Qualitative Study Nested In The Peak (Physiotherapy Exercise And Physical Activity For Knee Osteoarthritis) Randomized Controlled Trial. | Jones Se;Campbell Pk;Kimp Aj;Bennell K;Foster Ne;Russell T;Hinman Rs | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | knee | 10.2196/25872 | 23 | E25872 | EXCLUDE | high | Qualitative study nested within an RCT that evaluates training physiotherapists in telehealth delivery. Does not compare supervised versus unsupervised exercise in OA patients. |
| 33951704 | Booker Sq | 2021 | Study Protocol Modeling Evoked Pain In Older African Americans With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Booker Sq;Starkweather A;Manini Tm;Staud R;Fillingim Rb | NURSING RESEARCH | knee | 10.1097/NNR.0000000000000520 | 70 | 391-398 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a study protocol for an observational cohort study, not a randomized controlled trial. Does not compare supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 33971735 | Berg B | 2021 | On A Trajectory For Success-9 In Every 10 People With A Degenerative Meniscus Tear Have Improved Knee Function Within 2 Years After Treatment: A Secondary Exploratory Analysis Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Berg B;Roos Em;Kise Nj;Engebretsen L;Holm I;Risberg Ma | THE JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY | menisc; knee | 10.2519/jospt.2021.10025 | 51 | 289-297 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary exploratory analysis examining trajectories of knee function in patients with degenerative meniscal tears, not osteoarthritis. The focus is on identifying outcome patterns rather than comparing exercise supervision levels. |
| 33971861 | Pelle T | 2021 | Use And Usability Of The Dr. Bart App And Its Relation With Health Care Utilisation And Clinical Outcomes In People With Knee And/Or Hip Osteoarthritis. | Pelle T;Van Der Palen J;De Graaf F;Van Den Hoogen Fhj;Bevers K;Van Den Ende Chm | BMC HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH | knee; hip | 10.1186/s12913-021-06440-1 | 21 | 444 | EXCLUDE | high | This study examines the use and usability of a self-management app (dr. Bart app) for people with knee/hip OA. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision; rather, it focuses on app usage patterns and their associations with outcomes. |
| 34000629 | Marriott K | 2021 | Muscle Strength Gains After Strengthening Exercise Explained By Reductions In Serum Inflammation In Women With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Marriott K;Chopp-Hurley J;Loukov D;Karampatos S;Kuntz Ab;Wiebenga Eg;Stratford Pw;Noseworthy Md;Bowdish Dme;Maly Mr | CLINICAL BIOMECHANICS (BRISTOL, AVON) | knee | 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2021.105381 | 86 | 105381 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a secondary analysis of an RCT comparing supervised group progressive resistance exercise versus attention control in women with knee OA. While the abstract doesn't explicitly state the control group's supervision level, the comparison between supervised group exercise and attention control suggests a difference in supervision that meets inclusion criteria. |
| 34013143 | Nuevo M | 2021 | Evaluation Of Safety And Efficacy Of Rehub In Patients Who Underwent Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty: Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Nuevo M;Mahdavi H;RodrÃguez D;Faura T;Fabrellas N;Balocco S;Conti M;Castagna A;Prat S | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SURGERY PROTOCOLS | knee | 10.29337/ijsp.138 | 25 | 34-41 | EXCLUDE | high | This study examines telerehabilitation following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) surgery, not exercise intervention for osteoarthritis. The population consists of post-surgical patients rather than people with OA receiving conservative treatment. |
| 34017475 | Peng L | 2021 | Evaluation Of The Effect Of A Three-Color Ladder Management Model For Knee Osteoarthritis In The Community. | Peng L;Yan Y;Hou X;Niu D;Wei J;Wang J | AMERICAN JOURNAL OF TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH | knee | | 13 | 3074-3083 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing a three-color ladder management system vs routine management for knee OA in community setting. This is a disease management program comparison, not a comparison of supervised vs non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 34017753 | Jaiswal A | 2021 | Prevalence Of Knee Osteoarthritis, Its Determinants, And Impact On The Quality Of Life In Elderly Persons In Rural Ballabgarh, Haryana. | Jaiswal A;Goswami K;Haldar P;Salve Hr;Singh U | JOURNAL OF FAMILY MEDICINE AND PRIMARY CARE | knee | 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_1477_20 | 10 | 354-360 | EXCLUDE | high | Cross-sectional observational study examining prevalence and quality of life in elderly persons with knee OA. Not an RCT and does not involve any exercise intervention comparison. |
| 34022825 | Wang L | 2021 | Exercise And Education For Community-Dwelling Older Participants With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Video-Linked Programme Protocol Based On A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Wang L;Xie S;Bao T;Zhu S;Liang Q;Wang X;Zhang R;Xiang X;Du C;He C | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-021-04331-4 | 22 | 470 | INCLUDE | high | RCT protocol for community-dwelling older adults with knee OA comparing two exercise programs (neuromuscular vs quadriceps) delivered via video-linked supervision. This represents a comparison of remotely supervised/telehealth-guided exercise, which differs from traditional in-person supervision. |
| 34042597 | Miguel-Cruz A | 2021 | Determining The Effectiveness Of A New Device For Hand Therapy (The Fepsim Device): Feasibility Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial Study. | Miguel-Cruz A;Guptill C;Gregson G;Ladurner Am;Holmes C;Yeung D;Siebert J;Dziwenko G;RÃos Rincón A | JMIR RESEARCH PROTOCOLS | hand | 10.2196/22145 | 10 | E22145 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing standard care vs standard care plus FEPSim device in patients with osteoarthritis (among other conditions) of the wrist/hand. While supervision differences are not explicitly stated, the device may represent a different delivery mode that could involve supervision differences, and OA is one of the included populations. |
| 34053272 | Crawford Da | 2021 | 2021 Mark Coventry Award: Use Of A Smartphone-Based Care Platform After Primary Partial And Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial. | Crawford Da;Duwelius Pj;Sneller Ma;Morris Mj;Hurst Jm;Berend Kr;Lombardi Av | THE BONE & JOINT JOURNAL | knee | 10.1302/0301-620X.103B6.BJJ-2020-2352.R1 | 103-B | 3-12 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing smartphone-based care platform (likely less supervised) vs traditional in-person physiotherapy (supervised) after knee arthroplasty for OA. Though post-surgical, OA is the underlying condition and supervision level clearly differs between arms. |
| 34057129 | Fung Kwy | 2021 | The Clinical Effects Of Mobilization With Passive Ankle Dorsiflexion Using A Passive Ankle Dorsiflexion Apparatus On Older Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Trial. | Fung Kwy;Chow Dhk;Shae Wc | JOURNAL OF BACK AND MUSCULOSKELETAL REHABILITATION | ankle; knee | 10.3233/BMR-191799 | 34 | 1007-1014 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing active exercise plus real versus sham passive ankle dorsiflexion mobilization in knee OA patients. Both groups received the same exercise program; comparison is about additional manual therapy technique, not supervision level. |
| 34120628 | Liebensteiner M | 2021 | Conservative Versus Tailored Surgical Treatment In Patients With First Time Lateral Patella Dislocation: A Randomized-Controlled Trial. | Liebensteiner M;Keiler A;El Attal R;Balcarek P;Dirisamer F;Giesinger J;Seitlinger G;Nelitz M;Keshmiri A;Frings J;Becher C;Kappel P;Wagner D;Pagenstert G | JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND RESEARCH | | 10.1186/s13018-021-02513-3 | 16 | 378 | EXCLUDE | high | Study compares conservative treatment versus surgical treatment for first-time lateral patellar dislocation, not comparing different levels of exercise supervision. Primary condition is patellar instability, not osteoarthritis. |
| 34127008 | Xu T | 2021 | Efficacy And Safety Of A Self-Developed Home-Based Enhanced Knee Flexion Exercise Program Compared With Standard Supervised Physiotherapy To Improve Mobility And Quality Of Life After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Control Study. | Xu T;Yang D;Liu K;Gao Q;Lu H;Qiao Y;Zhu C;Li G | JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND RESEARCH | knee | 10.1186/s13018-021-02516-0 | 16 | 382 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing home-based self-directed enhanced knee flexion exercise program (KFEH) versus standard supervised physiotherapy (SPT) in TKA patients with underlying OA. Clear comparison of supervision levels with functional outcomes measured. |
| 34192907 | Crawford Da | 2021 | Early Outcomes Of Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty With Use Of A Smartphone-Based Care Platform: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial. | Crawford Da;Lombardi Av;Berend Kr;Huddleston Ji;Peters Cl;Dehaan A;Zimmerman Ek;Duwelius Pj | THE BONE & JOINT JOURNAL | hip | 10.1302/0301-620X.103B7.BJJ-2020-2402.R1 | 103-B | 91-97 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT comparing a smartphone-based exercise care platform to standard care after total hip arthroplasty. The study involves different supervision models (app-based versus traditional care) and resulted in significantly different PT use rates, suggesting different supervision levels. |
| 34199913 | An J | 2021 | Effects Of Preoperative Telerehabilitation On Muscle Strength, Range Of Motion, And Functional Outcomes In Candidates For Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial. | An J;Ryu Hk;Lyu Sj;Yi Hj;Lee Bh | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH | knee | 10.3390/ijerph18116071 | 18 | | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT comparing preoperative telerehabilitation to patient education and usual care in candidates for total knee arthroplasty due to osteoarthritis. Telerehabilitation represents remote/digital supervision versus less supervised usual care, which falls within inclusion criteria for different supervision levels. |
| 34201120 | Lee Ch | 2021 | Aquatic Exercise And Land Exercise Treatments After Total Knee Replacement Arthroplasty In Elderly Women: A Comparative Study. | Lee Ch;Kim Ih | MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) | knee | 10.3390/medicina57060589 | 57 | | INCLUDE | moderate | This study compares aquatic exercise, land exercise, and home exercise groups after total knee replacement arthroplasty in elderly women. Although randomization is not explicitly stated, both AE and LE appear to be supervised programs compared to home exercise (HE), representing different supervision levels. |
| 34201439 | Barone G | 2021 | Evaluation Of The Efficacy And Safety Of An Exercise Program For Persons With Total Hip Or Total Knee Replacement: Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Barone G;Zinno R;Pinelli E;Benvenuti F;Bragonzoni L | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH | hip; knee | 10.3390/ijerph18136732 | 18 | | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT protocol comparing a post-rehabilitation supervised training program (intervention group) to usual care (control group) in patients after total hip or knee replacement. The comparison clearly involves supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 34284802 | Ooms A | 2021 | Statistical Analysis Plan For A Pragmatic Phase Iii Randomised Controlled Trial Examining Behaviour Change Physiotherapy Intervention To Increase Physical Activity Following Hip And Knee Replacements: The Pep-Talk Trial. | Ooms A;Dutton Sj;Parsons S;Fordham B;Hing C;Lamb S;Smith T | TRIALS | hip; knee | 10.1186/s13063-021-05362-x | 22 | 467 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a statistical analysis plan (no results) for a trial comparing usual care plus behaviour change intervention versus usual care alone after hip/knee replacement. The intervention is behaviour change therapy to increase physical activity, not a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 34289884 | Adhama Ai | 2021 | Effects Of Variable Frequencies Of Kinesthesia, Balance And Agility Exercise Program In Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Adhama Ai;Akindele Mo;Ibrahim Aa | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-021-05386-3 | 22 | 470 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a study protocol without results comparing different frequencies (twice-weekly vs thrice-weekly) of the same supervised KBA exercise program, not comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. All groups appear to receive supervised conventional physiotherapy. |
| 34290558 | Merino Mgl | 2021 | One-Year Results Of Bracing For Patello-Femoral Osteoarthritis. Prospective Randomized Study. | Merino Mgl;Morale V;Ocampos Gp;Luzo Mcm;Camargo Op;Rezende Mu | ACTA ORTOPEDICA BRASILEIRA | | 10.1590/1413-785220212903243598 | 29 | 127-131 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares two types of braces (functional PF brace vs neoprene sleeve) for patellofemoral osteoarthritis, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. No exercise supervision component is being compared. |
| 34307561 | Lv B | 2021 | | Lv B;Huang K;Chen J;Wu Zy;Wang H | WORLD JOURNAL OF CLINICAL CASES | NA | 10.12998/wjcc.v9.i19.5102 | 9 | 5102-5111 | EXCLUDE | high | Study comparing arthroscopic debridement surgery versus conservative treatment for knee OA. Not a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 34314816 | Deveza La | 2021 | Greater Efficacy Of A Combination Of Conservative Therapies For Thumb Base Oa In Individuals With Lower Radial Subluxation - A Pre-Planned Subgroup Analysis Of The Combo Trial. | Deveza La;Robbins Sr;Duong V;Fu K;Wajon A;Eyles Jp;Jongs R;Riordan Ea;Oo Wm;Hunter Dj | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | | 10.1016/j.joca.2021.07.010 | 29 | 1498-1506 | EXCLUDE | high | Subgroup analysis of COMBO trial comparing combined conservative therapies (education, splint, exercises, gel) versus education alone for thumb base OA. Does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 34316356 | Mark-Christensen T | 2021 | Physical Rehabilitation Versus No Physical Rehabilitation After Total Hip And Knee Arthroplasties: Protocol For A Pragmatic, Randomized, Controlled, Superiority Trial (The Draw1 Trial). | Mark-Christensen T;Thorborg K;Kallemose T;Bandholm T | F1000RESEARCH | hip; knee | 10.12688/f1000research.50814.2 | 10 | 146 | INCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing home-based telerehabilitation, home-based rehabilitation, and no physical rehabilitation in patients after THA/TKA for osteoarthritis. The comparisons clearly involve different levels of supervision (home-based with remote guidance versus home-based versus no rehabilitation). |
| 34351461 | Sun X | 2021 | Sensor And Machine Learning-Based Assessment Of Gap Balancing In Cadaveric Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty Surgical Training. | Sun X;Hernigou P;Zhang Q;Zhang N;Wang W;Chen Y;Guo W | INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS | knee | 10.1007/s00264-021-05176-1 | 45 | 2843-2849 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a surgical training study using cadaveric specimens to assess gap balancing techniques in unicompartmental knee arthroplasty. Not an RCT of exercise interventions for people with OA. |
| 34360036 | Hsu Yi | 2021 | Effects Of Diet Control And Telemedicine-Based Resistance Exercise Intervention On Patients With Obesity And Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Control Trial. | Hsu Yi;Chen Yc;Lee Cl;Chang Nj | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH | knee | 10.3390/ijerph18157744 | 18 | | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing telemedicine-based resistance exercise (remote/digital supervision) with diet control alone in obese patients with knee OA. This represents a supervision level comparison (telemedicine-guided vs no exercise supervision). |
| 34375855 | Pryymachenko Y | 2021 | Are Manual Therapy Or Booster Sessions Worthwhile In Addition To Exercise Therapy For Knee Osteoarthritis: Economic Evaluation And 2-Year Follow-Up Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Pryymachenko Y;Wilson R;Sharma S;Pathak A;Abbott Jh | MUSCULOSKELETAL SCIENCE & PRACTICE | knee | 10.1016/j.msksp.2021.102439 | 56 | 102439 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares adding manual therapy and/or booster sessions to exercise therapy in knee OA. All groups receive exercise therapy with same supervision level; the comparison is about additional interventions, not supervision differences. |
| 34391264 | Leonard G | 2021 | The Effects Of An 8-Week Knitting Program On Osteoarthritis Symptoms In Elderly Women: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Leonard G;Paquet N;Guitard P;Toupin-April K;Cavallo S;Paterson G;Aydin Sz;Bakirci S;Coulombe-Lévêque A;Brosseau L | JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES | | 10.1016/j.jbmt.2021.04.001 | 27 | 410-419 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares a knitting program to a waiting list control, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise therapy. The intervention itself is knitting, not traditional exercise. |
| 34408954 | Mantovani Cardoso E | 2021 | Joint Corticosteroid Injection Associated With Higher Physical Therapy Compliance In Knee Osteoarthritis. | Mantovani Cardoso E;Feterman Jimenez D;Kuo Cl;Jacob J | CUREUS | knee | 10.7759/cureus.16403 | 13 | E16403 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a retrospective cohort study examining the effect of corticosteroid injection on PT adherence, not a randomized controlled trial. Does not meet study design criteria. |
| 34444116 | Roesel I | 2021 | Secondary Analysis Of A Study On Exercise Therapy In Hip Osteoarthritis: Follow-Up Data On Pain And Physical Functioning. | Roesel I;Steinhilber B;Martus P;Janssen P;Krauss I | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH | hip | 10.3390/ijerph18168366 | 18 | | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares exercise therapy to placebo-ultrasound and control (no exercise), not different levels of supervision of exercise. All exercise groups appear to receive the same supervised intervention. |
| 34452970 | Barker Kl | 2021 | Home-Based Rehabilitation Programme Compared With Traditional Physiotherapy For Patients At Risk Of Poor Outcome After Knee Arthroplasty: The Corka Randomised Controlled Trial. | Barker Kl;Room J;Knight R;Dutton S;Toye F;Leal J;Kenealy N;Maia Schlüssel M;Collins G;Beard D;Price Aj;Underwood M;Drummond A;Lamb S | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-052598 | 11 | E052598 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares a home-based rehabilitation program delivered by rehabilitation assistants versus traditional outpatient physiotherapy in knee arthroplasty patients with OA. This represents a comparison of different supervision settings and delivery models (home-based versus clinic-based) that likely differ in supervision intensity. |
| 34454458 | Stanton Tr | 2021 | The Epipha-Knee Trial: Explaining Pain To Target Unhelpful Pain Beliefs To Increase Physical Activity In Knee Osteoarthritis - A Protocol For A Multicentre, Randomised Controlled Trial With Clinical- And Cost-Effectiveness Analysis. | Stanton Tr;Braithwaite Fa;Butler D;Moseley Gl;Hill C;Milte R;Ratcliffe J;Maher C;Tomkins-Lane C;Pulling Bw;Macintyre E;Esterman A;Stanford T;Lee H;Fraysse F;Metcalf B;Mouatt B;Bennell K | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-021-04561-6 | 22 | 738 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing two versions of an intervention that both include the same supervised delivery format (4 weekly in-person sessions plus telehealth follow-ups), differing only in the addition of pain science education content. Both arms have equivalent supervision levels, so this does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 34462184 | Tripuraneni Kr | 2021 | A Smartwatch Paired With A Mobile Application Provides Postoperative Self-Directed Rehabilitation Without Compromising Total Knee Arthroplasty Outcomes: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Tripuraneni Kr;Foran Jrh;Munson Nr;Racca Ne;Carothers Jt | THE JOURNAL OF ARTHROPLASTY | knee | 10.1016/j.arth.2021.08.007 | 36 | 3888-3893 | INCLUDE | high | This is a randomized controlled trial comparing self-directed rehabilitation (smartwatch/mobile app-guided, non-supervised) versus traditional formal physical therapy (supervised) after total knee arthroplasty in patients with osteoarthritis. The study directly compares supervision levels in exercise delivery. |
| 34491656 | Wang Xl | 2021 | [Considerations And Suggestions On Influencing Factors Of Compliance In Clinical Trial Of Acupuncture And Moxibustion: Experience In Case Study Of Knee Osteoarthritis Treated With Acupuncture]. | Wang Xl;Hu Hq;Wen Q;Li N | ZHONGGUO ZHEN JIU = CHINESE ACUPUNCTURE & MOXIBUSTION | knee | 10.13703/j.0255-2930.20200910-k0002 | 41 | 1045-8 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a questionnaire survey study examining compliance factors in acupuncture trials for knee OA, not a randomized controlled trial comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. The study investigates behavioral factors affecting trial participation rather than comparing exercise delivery methods. |
| 34521400 | Arfaei Chitkar Ss | 2021 | The Effect Of Mobile-App-Based Instruction On The Physical Function Of Female Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Parallel Randomized Controlled Trial. | Arfaei Chitkar Ss;Mohaddes Hakkak Hr;Saadati H;Hosseini Sh;Jafari Y;Ganji R | BMC WOMEN'S HEALTH | knee | 10.1186/s12905-021-01451-w | 21 | 333 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT in female knee OA patients compares mobile-app-based instruction plus routine care versus routine care alone. This likely represents a comparison of digitally-guided (minimally supervised) exercise versus usual care, which may involve different supervision levels, meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 34555671 | Mcmanus Kl | 2021 | Rocktape Provides No Benefit Over Sham Taping In People With Knee Osteoarthritis Who Are Completing An Exercise Program: A Randomised Trial. | Mcmanus Kl;Kimmel La;Holland Ae | PHYSIOTHERAPY | knee | 10.1016/j.physio.2021.05.005 | 113 | 29-36 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares Rocktape versus sham taping, both combined with a home exercise program, in knee OA patients. The supervision level is not the varying factor; both groups receive the same exercise program, with only the taping approach differing. |
| 34587585 | Jorge Aes | 2021 | An E-Learning Program For Physiotherapists To Manage Knee Osteoarthritis Via Telehealth During The Covid-19 Pandemic: Real-World Evaluation Study Using Registration And Survey Data. | Jorge Aes;Bennell Kl;Kimp Aj;Campbell Pk;Hinman Rs | JMIR MEDICAL EDUCATION | knee | 10.2196/30378 | 7 | E30378 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an evaluation study of an e-learning program for physiotherapists to manage knee OA via telehealth, not a randomized controlled trial comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise in OA patients. It evaluates training effectiveness for clinicians, not patient outcomes from different exercise supervision approaches. |
| 34663431 | Walrabenstein W | 2021 | The Effect Of A Multidisciplinary Lifestyle Program For Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis, An Increased Risk For Rheumatoid Arthritis Or With Metabolic Syndrome-Associated Osteoarthritis: The "Plants For Joints" Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol. | Walrabenstein W;Van Der Leeden M;Weijs P;Van Middendorp H;Wagenaar C;Van Dongen Jm;Nieuwdorp M;De Jonge Cs;Van Boheemen L;Van Schaardenburg D | TRIALS | | 10.1186/s13063-021-05682-y | 22 | 715 | EXCLUDE | high | This protocol describes RCTs of a multidisciplinary lifestyle program (diet, exercise, stress management) versus usual care in patients with RA, ACPA-positive arthralgia, and metabolic syndrome-associated OA. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision; both arms likely differ in multiple components beyond supervision. |
| 34682976 | Ulivi M | 2021 | Remote Management Of Patients After Total Joint Arthroplasty Via A Web-Based Registry During The Covid-19 Pandemic. | Ulivi M;Orlandini L;Meroni V;D'errico M;Fontana A;Viganò M;Mangiavini L;D'anchise R;Parente F;Pozzoni R;Sansone V;Zagra L;Peretti Gm | HEALTHCARE (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) | | 10.3390/healthcare9101296 | 9 | | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational study comparing remote management via web-based registry during COVID-19 pandemic to historical controls in patients after total joint arthroplasty. It is not an RCT and does not specifically compare supervised vs unsupervised exercise interventions. |
| 34686555 | Frydendal T | 2021 | Total Hip Arthroplasty Versus Progressive Resistance Training In Patients With Severe Hip Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Multicentre, Parallel-Group, Randomised Controlled Superiority Trial. | Frydendal T;Christensen R;Mechlenburg I;Mikkelsen Lr;Overgaard S;Ingwersen Kg | BMJ OPEN | hip | 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-051392 | 11 | E051392 | INCLUDE | high | This protocol describes an RCT comparing THA followed by standard care versus 12 weeks of supervised PRT followed by 12 weeks of optional unsupervised PRT in patients with severe hip OA. This clearly compares different levels of supervision (supervised vs unsupervised phases) in an exercise intervention. |
| 34696785 | Rognsvåg T | 2021 | Development Of An Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Program For Use In Combination With Exercise Therapy And Education By Patients At Increased Risk Of Chronic Pain Following Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Rognsvåg T;Lindberg Mf;Lerdal A;Stubberud J;Furnes O;Holm I;Indrekvam K;Lau B;Rudsengen D;Skou St;Badawy M | BMC HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH | knee | 10.1186/s12913-021-07177-7 | 21 | 1151 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol paper describing the development of an internet-delivered CBT program for patients after total knee arthroplasty. It does not compare supervised vs unsupervised exercise and does not present results from an RCT. |
| 34714252 | Nelligan Rk | 2021 | Moderators Of The Effect Of A Self-Directed Digitally Delivered Exercise Program For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: Exploratory Analysis Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Nelligan Rk;Hinman Rs;Mcmanus F;Lamb Ke;Bennell Kl | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | knee | 10.2196/30768 | 23 | E30768 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis of an RCT comparing a self-directed digitally delivered exercise intervention to web-based education alone (control), not comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise. The control arm does not involve exercise, so this does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 34766912 | Leese J | 2021 | Experiences Of Wearable Technology By Persons With Knee Osteoarthritis Participating In A Physical Activity Counseling Intervention: Qualitative Study Using A Relational Ethics Lens. | Leese J;Macdonald G;Backman Cl;Townsend A;Nimmon L;Li Lc | JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH | knee | 10.2196/30332 | 9 | E30332 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study exploring experiences with wearable technology during a physical activity intervention, not a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. It describes a secondary analysis of participant experiences, not intervention effectiveness. |
| 34825640 | Rafiq Mt | 2021 | The Role Of Rehabilitation Exercises On Weight, Functional Strength, And Exercise Adherence In Knee Osteoarthritis Patients. | Rafiq Mt;Hamid Msa;Hafiz E;Rashid K;Chaudhary Fa | CURRENT RHEUMATOLOGY REVIEWS | knee | 10.2174/1573397117666210719101551 | 17 | 397-403 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares a rehabilitation exercise group versus a control group receiving only instructions of daily care in knee OA patients. The exercise group appears to represent supervised rehabilitation while the control represents unsupervised care, meeting inclusion criteria for supervision level comparison. |
| 34869641 | Lin Y | 2021 | The Role Of 6-Minute Walk Test Guided By Impedance Cardiography In The Rehabilitation Following Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Lin Y;Hu X;Cao Y;Wang X;Tong Y;Yao F;Wu P;Huang H | FRONTIERS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE | knee | 10.3389/fcvm.2021.736208 | 8 | 736208 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares a supervised home rehabilitation program with guidance through WeChat platform versus self-directed rehabilitation with manual only in knee OA patients post-arthroplasty. The intervention group receives supervision and guidance while the control group completes training independently, representing different supervision levels. |
| 34872597 | Aily Jb | 2021 | Effects Of A Periodized Circuit Training Protocol Delivered By Telerehabilitation Compared To Face-To-Face Method For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Protocol For A Non-Inferiority Randomized Controlled Trial. | Aily Jb;De Almeida Ac;De Noronha M;Mattiello Sm | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-021-05856-8 | 22 | 887 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT protocol comparing face-to-face supervised circuit training versus telerehabilitation-delivered home-based circuit training in knee OA patients. This clearly compares different levels of supervision as defined in the inclusion criteria. |
| 34975349 | Rafiq Mt | 2021 | Short-Term Effects Of Strengthening Exercises Of The Lower Limb Rehabilitation Protocol On Pain, Stiffness, Physical Function, And Body Mass Index Among Knee Osteoarthritis Participants Who Were Overweight Or Obese: A Clinical Trial. | Rafiq Mt;Hamid Msa;Hafiz E | THESCIENTIFICWORLDJOURNAL | knee | 10.1155/2021/6672274 | 2021 | 6672274 | INCLUDE | moderate | This single-blinded RCT compares a supervised rehabilitation protocol group (provided leaflets with strengthening exercises plus instruction) versus control group (instruction only) in knee OA patients. The comparison suggests different levels of exercise guidance/supervision. |
| 35003772 | Stătescu C | 2021 | Complexity Of Gait Angle Measurements At The Ankle Joint During Midstance In Patients With Osteoarthritis. | Stătescu C;Gavrilă Bi;Deaconu A;Trăistaru Rm;Bălşeanu Ta | CURRENT HEALTH SCIENCES JOURNAL | ankle | 10.12865/CHSJ.47.03.10 | 47 | 398-404 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational study examining gait measurements in different OA patient groups. No randomization or exercise intervention comparison is described. |
| 36474807 | Hall M | 2021 | Feasibility Of Exercise And Weight Management For People With Hip Osteoarthritis And Overweight Or Obesity: A Pilot Study. | Hall M;Spiers L;Knox G;Hinman Rs;Sumithran P;Bennell Kl | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | hip | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2021.100174 | 3 | 100174 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm pilot feasibility study of an exercise and weight management intervention delivered via videoconferencing. There is no comparison between different levels of supervision, making it ineligible as it lacks the required RCT design with supervision comparison. |
| 29889597 | Harms A | 2020 | A Feasibility Study Of Brain-Targeted Treatment For People With Painful Knee Osteoarthritis In Tertiary Care. | Harms A;Heredia-Rizo Am;Moseley Gl;Hau R;Stanton Tr | PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE | knee | 10.1080/09593985.2018.1482391 | 36 | 142-156 | EXCLUDE | high | This feasibility study compares brain-targeted treatment (left/right judgments, touch discrimination) versus usual care (education, strengthening, stretching) in knee OA. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 29952687 | Kloek Cjj | 2020 | Physiotherapists' Experiences With A Blended Osteoarthritis Intervention: A Mixed Methods Study. | Kloek Cjj;Bossen D;De Vries Hj;De Bakker Dh;Veenhof C;Dekker J | PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE | | 10.1080/09593985.2018.1489926 | 36 | 572-579 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT comparing e-Exercise (blended intervention with ~5 face-to-face physiotherapy sessions plus web-based application) versus usual physiotherapy in hip/knee OA patients. This likely represents a comparison of different supervision levels (blended/remote vs standard supervision). |
| 30638076 | Doiron-Cadrin P | 2020 | Feasibility And Preliminary Effects Of A Tele-Prehabilitation Program And An In-Person Prehablitation Program Compared To Usual Care For Total Hip Or Knee Arthroplasty Candidates: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Doiron-Cadrin P;Kairy D;Vendittoli Pa;Lowry V;Poitras S;Desmeules F | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | hip; knee | 10.1080/09638288.2018.1515992 | 42 | 989-998 | INCLUDE | high | Pilot RCT comparing tele-prehabilitation (remote supervision) versus in-person prehabilitation (direct supervision) versus usual care in patients awaiting total hip or knee arthroplasty. This clearly compares different levels of supervision for exercise/rehabilitation programs. |
| 30652930 | Ledingham A | 2020 | Exercise Adherence: Beliefs Of Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis Over 2 Years. | Ledingham A;Cohn Es;Baker Kr;Keysor Jj | PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE | knee | 10.1080/09593985.2019.1566943 | 36 | 1363-1378 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT in adults with knee OA comparing a 6-week group exercise program (supervised) followed by automated telephone calls versus standard care. The comparison involves different levels of supervision (group vs automated/home-based), meeting inclusion criteria despite uncertainty about the exact control arm details. |
| 30889250 | Sánchez Romero Ea | 2020 | Is A Combination Of Exercise And Dry Needling Effective For Knee Oa? | Sánchez Romero Ea;Fernández-Carnero J;Calvo-Lobo C;Ochoa Sáez V;Burgos Caballero V;Pecos-MartÃn D | PAIN MEDICINE (MALDEN, MASS.) | knee | 10.1093/pm/pnz036 | 21 | 349-363 | EXCLUDE | high | Both groups received the same supervised exercise program. The study compares adding dry needling vs sham dry needling to exercise, not different levels of supervision. |
| 31033232 | Lenguerrand E | 2020 | Effect Of Group-Based Outpatient Physical Therapy On Function After Total Knee Replacement: Results From A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial. | Lenguerrand E;Artz N;Marques E;Sanderson E;Lewis K;Murray J;Parwez T;Bertram W;Beswick Ad;Burston A;Gooberman-Hill R;Blom Aw;Wylde V | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.23909 | 72 | 768-777 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates group-based outpatient PT following total knee replacement, not osteoarthritis as the primary condition. The comparison is group-based PT plus usual care versus usual care alone, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 31074576 | Baker K | 2020 | Efficacy Of Computer-Based Telephone Counseling On Long-Term Adherence To Strength Training In Elderly Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Trial. | Baker K;Lavalley Mp;Brown C;Felson Dt;Ledingham A;Keysor Jj | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.23921 | 72 | 982-990 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing telephone-based motivational counseling versus control for exercise adherence in knee OA. Both groups received the same exercise program with only adherence support differing, not supervision level of exercise delivery. |
| 31144070 | Vassão Pg | 2020 | Photobiomodulation Via A Cluster Device Associated With A Physical Exercise Program In The Level Of Pain And Muscle Strength In Middle-Aged And Older Women With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial. | Vassão Pg;De Souza Mc;Silva Ba;Junqueira Rg;De Camargo Mr;Dourado Vz;Tucci Ht;Renno Ac | LASERS IN MEDICAL SCIENCE | knee | 10.1007/s10103-019-02807-3 | 35 | 139-148 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares photobiomodulation combined with exercise versus placebo or exercise alone in knee OA patients. All exercise groups appear to receive the same supervised sessions, so supervision level is not the differentiating factor. |
| 31498922 | Hartley C | 2020 | High-Impact Exercise Increased Femoral Neck Bone Density With No Adverse Effects On Imaging Markers Of Knee Osteoarthritis In Postmenopausal Women. | Hartley C;Folland Jp;Kerslake R;Brooke-Wavell K | JOURNAL OF BONE AND MINERAL RESEARCH : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR BONE AND MINERAL RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/jbmr.3867 | 35 | 53-63 | EXCLUDE | high | This study uses a within-subject design comparing one exercise leg versus contralateral control leg in postmenopausal women, focusing on bone density outcomes. It is not a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery in OA patients. |
| 31505954 | Wang J | 2020 | Hip Abductor Strength-Based Exercise Therapy In Treating Women With Moderate-To-Severe Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Wang J;Xie Y;Wang L;Lei L;Liao P;Wang S;Gao Y;Chen Y;Xu F;Zhang C | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | hip; knee | 10.1177/0269215519875328 | 34 | 160-169 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT in women with knee OA compares hip abductor strength-based exercises versus quadriceps femoris strength-based exercises, with the experimental group exercising 'under the supervision of physical therapists.' While the control group's supervision level is unclear, the explicit mention of supervision suggests a potential comparison in supervision intensity. |
| 31573835 | Cagnin A | 2020 | A Multi-Arm Cluster Randomized Clinical Trial Of The Use Of Knee Kinesiography In The Management Of Osteoarthritis Patients In A Primary Care Setting. | Cagnin A;Choinière M;Bureau Nj;Durand M;Mezghani N;Gaudreault N;Hagemeister N | POSTGRADUATE MEDICINE | knee | 10.1080/00325481.2019.1665457 | 132 | 91-101 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a cluster RCT in knee osteoarthritis patients comparing current medical management versus medical management plus kinesiography assessment versus kinesiography plus education with supervised follow-up meetings. The third arm includes supervision elements that distinguish it from other arms, making this relevant for inclusion. |
| 31608677 | Blasco Jm | 2020 | The Effects Of Preoperative Balance Training On Balance And Functional Outcome After Total Knee Replacement: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Blasco Jm;Acosta-Ballester Y;MartÃnez-Garrido I;GarcÃa-Molina P;Igual-Camacho C;Roig-Casasús S | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/0269215519880936 | 34 | 182-193 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a three-arm RCT comparing outpatient supervised balance training versus home-based balance training versus control in patients undergoing total knee replacement for osteoarthritis. The comparison of hospital-based (supervised) versus home-based (less supervised) intervention meets inclusion criteria. |
| 31732174 | Messier Sp | 2020 | The Effects Of Intensive Dietary Weight Loss And Exercise On Gait In Overweight And Obese Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis. The Intensive Diet And Exercise For Arthritis (Idea) Trial. | Messier Sp;Beavers Dp;Mihalko Sl;Miller Gd;Lyles Mf;Hunter Dj;Carr Jj;Eckstein F;Guermazi A;Loeser Rf;Devita P | JOURNAL OF BIOMECHANICS | knee | 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2019.109477 | 98 | 109477 | EXCLUDE | high | This trial compares diet, exercise, and diet plus exercise interventions for knee OA. It does not compare different levels of supervision in exercise delivery—all exercise groups appear to receive the same level of supervision. |
| 31740103 | Hoorntje A | 2020 | Does Activity-Based Rehabilitation With Goal Attainment Scaling Increase Physical Activity Among Younger Knee Arthroplasty Patients? Results From The Randomized Controlled Action Trial. | Hoorntje A;Witjes S;Kuijer Ppfm;Bussmann Jbj;Horemans Hld;Kerkhoffs Gmmj;Van Geenen Rci;Koenraadt Klm | THE JOURNAL OF ARTHROPLASTY | knee | 10.1016/j.arth.2019.10.028 | 35 | 706-711 | EXCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing Goal Attainment Scaling rehabilitation versus standard rehabilitation after knee arthroplasty in OA patients. While OA patients undergo arthroplasty, the intervention is post-surgical rehabilitation, not a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise for OA management. |
| 31743238 | Prvu Bettger J | 2020 | Effects Of Virtual Exercise Rehabilitation In-Home Therapy Compared With Traditional Care After Total Knee Arthroplasty: Veritas, A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Prvu Bettger J;Green Cl;Holmes Dn;Chokshi A;Mather Rc;Hoch Bt;De Leon Aj;Aluisio F;Seyler Tm;Del Gaizo Dj;Chiavetta J;Webb L;Miller V;Smith Jm;Peterson Ed | THE JOURNAL OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY. AMERICAN VOLUME | knee | 10.2106/JBJS.19.00695 | 102 | 101-109 | EXCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing virtual PT with telerehabilitation versus traditional PT after total knee arthroplasty (TKA), not osteoarthritis. The population is post-surgical TKA patients rather than people with OA as the primary condition. |
| 31748198 | Hinman Rs | 2020 | Does Telephone-Delivered Exercise Advice And Support By Physiotherapists Improve Pain And/Or Function In People With Knee Osteoarthritis? Telecare Randomised Controlled Trial. | Hinman Rs;Campbell Pk;Lawford Bj;Briggs Am;Gale J;Bills C;Kasza J;Harris A;French Sd;Bunker Sj;Forbes A;Bennell Kl | BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE | knee | 10.1136/bjsports-2019-101183 | 54 | 790-797 | INCLUDE | high | Randomized controlled trial comparing physiotherapist-led telephone-delivered exercise advice/support (remote/minimally supervised) versus usual care telephone service in knee osteoarthritis patients. This represents a comparison of different levels of exercise supervision delivery. |
| 31748973 | Masiero S | 2020 | Short-Wave Diathermy In The Clinical Management Of Musculoskeletal Disorders: A Pilot Observational Study. | Masiero S;Pignataro A;Piran G;Duso M;Mimche P;Ermani M;Del Felice A | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOMETEOROLOGY | | 10.1007/s00484-019-01806-x | 64 | 981-988 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm observational pilot study evaluating short-wave diathermy, not a randomized controlled trial comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. No exercise comparison or randomization. |
| 31794857 | Gay C | 2020 | Limited Effect Of A Self-Management Exercise Program Added To Spa Therapy For Increasing Physical Activity In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Quasi-Randomized Controlled Trial. | Gay C;Guiguet-Auclair C;Coste N;Boisseau N;Gerbaud L;Pereira B;Coudeyre E | ANNALS OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | 10.1016/j.rehab.2019.10.006 | 63 | 181-188 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This is a quasi-randomized controlled trial comparing spa therapy plus self-management exercise program versus spa therapy alone with an information booklet. Both groups received the same spa therapy; the comparison is not primarily about supervised versus non-supervised exercise but rather adding a self-management program to spa therapy. |
| 31843425 | Moore Aj | 2020 | Therapeutic Alliance Facilitates Adherence To Physiotherapy-Led Exercise And Physical Activity For Older Adults With Knee Pain: A Longitudinal Qualitative Study. | Moore Aj;Holden Ma;Foster Ne;Jinks C | JOURNAL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY | knee | 10.1016/j.jphys.2019.11.004 | 66 | 45-53 | INCLUDE | high | This is a longitudinal qualitative study nested within the BEEP trial, which randomized older adults with knee pain to one of three physiotherapist-led exercise intervention arms. The abstract mentions different levels of exercise supervision, progression, and individualization across arms, indicating a comparison of supervision levels. |
| 31906904 | Gustafsson K | 2020 | Socioeconomic Status Of Patients In A Swedish National Self-Management Program For Osteoarthritis Compared With The General Population-A Descriptive Observational Study. | Gustafsson K;Kvist J;Eriksson M;Dahlberg Le;Rolfson O | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.1186/s12891-019-3016-z | 21 | 10 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a descriptive observational cross-sectional study examining socioeconomic status of patients enrolled in a self-management program for OA compared to the general population. It is not an RCT comparing different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 31912266 | Pelle T | 2020 | Comparison Of Physical Activity Among Different Subsets Of Patients With Knee Or Hip Osteoarthritis And The General Population. | Pelle T;Claassen Aaom;Meessen Jmta;Peter Wf;Vliet Vlieland Tpm;Bevers K;Van Der Palen J;Van Den Hoogen Fhj;Van Den Ende Chm | RHEUMATOLOGY INTERNATIONAL | knee; hip | 10.1007/s00296-019-04507-1 | 40 | 383-392 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis comparing physical activity levels across different patient subsets with OA and the general population. While it mentions a RCT as one data source, the study itself is not an RCT comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 31917195 | Campbell Tm | 2020 | Knee Flexion Contracture Associated With A Contracture And Worse Function Of The Contralateral Knee: Data From The Osteoarthritis Initiative. | Campbell Tm;Trudel G | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2019.11.018 | 101 | 624-632 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cross-sectional observational study from the Osteoarthritis Initiative Database examining associations between knee flexion contracture and contralateral knee outcomes. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. |
| 31937528 | Andreae Sj | 2020 | Peer-Delivered Cognitive Behavioral Training To Improve Functioning In Patients With Diabetes: A Cluster-Randomized Trial. | Andreae Sj;Andreae Lj;Richman Js;Cherrington Al;Safford Mm | ANNALS OF FAMILY MEDICINE | | 10.1370/afm.2469 | 18 | 15-23 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares a peer-delivered CBT-based diabetes self-management program to an attention control receiving general health advice in patients with diabetes and chronic pain. The primary condition is diabetes, not osteoarthritis, and it does not compare supervision levels of exercise. |
| 31948990 | Skou St | 2020 | Cost-Effectiveness Of Total Knee Replacement In Addition To Non-Surgical Treatment: A 2-Year Outcome From A Randomised Trial In Secondary Care In Denmark. | Skou St;Roos E;Laursen M;Arendt-Nielsen L;Rasmussen S;Simonsen O;Ibsen R;Larsen At;Kjellberg J | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-033495 | 10 | E033495 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT in knee OA patients compares TKR plus 12 weeks of supervised non-surgical treatment (including exercise) versus supervised non-surgical treatment alone. While both arms are supervised, this is relevant as it examines supervised exercise as part of treatment pathways in OA. |
| 31954959 | Coronado Ra | 2020 | Cognitive-Behavioral-Based Physical Therapy To Enhance Return To Sport After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: An Open Pilot Study. | Coronado Ra;Sterling Ek;Fenster De;Bird Ml;Heritage Aj;Woosley Vl;Burston Am;Henry Al;Huston Lj;Vanston Sw;Cox Cl;Sullivan Jp;Wegener St;Spindler Kp;Archer Kr | PHYSICAL THERAPY IN SPORT : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ASSOCIATION OF CHARTERED PHYSIOTHERAPISTS IN SPORTS MEDICINE | | 10.1016/j.ptsp.2020.01.004 | 42 | 82-90 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm pilot study of a cognitive-behavioral physical therapy intervention after ACL reconstruction, not an RCT. The population has ACL injury, not osteoarthritis. |
| 31999876 | Munukka M | 2020 | Effects Of Progressive Aquatic Resistance Training On Symptoms And Quality Of Life In Women With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Secondary Analysis. | Munukka M;Waller B;Häkkinen A;Nieminen Mt;Lammentausta E;Kujala Um;Paloneva J;Kautiainen H;Kiviranta I;Heinonen A | SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE IN SPORTS | knee | 10.1111/sms.13630 | 30 | 1064-1072 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares supervised aquatic resistance training to a control group maintaining usual physical activity, not to a non-supervised exercise program. The control group does not receive any structured exercise intervention. |
| 32012046 | Clausen Jd | 2020 | Improving Maximal Strength In The Initial Postoperative Phase After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Surgery: Randomized Controlled Trial Of An App-Based Serious Gaming Approach. | Clausen Jd;Nahen N;Horstmann H;Lasch F;Krutsch W;Krettek C;Weber-Spickschen Ts | JMIR SERIOUS GAMES | | 10.2196/14282 | 8 | E14282 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT in ACL reconstruction patients, not osteoarthritis. Population does not meet inclusion criteria as OA is not the primary condition being treated. |
| 32019529 | Stauber A | 2020 | Recover-E - A Mobile App For Patients Undergoing Total Knee Or Hip Replacement: Study Protocol. | Stauber A;Schüßler N;Palmdorf S;Schürholz N;Bruns D;Osterbrink J;Nestler N | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee; hip | 10.1186/s12891-020-3090-2 | 21 | 71 | EXCLUDE | high | Study protocol only, no results reported. Additionally, this is non-randomized design comparing mobile app plus standard care versus standard care alone, not specifically comparing supervision levels of exercise. |
| 32026820 | Nelson M | 2020 | Telerehabilitation Is Non-Inferior To Usual Care Following Total Hip Replacement - A Randomized Controlled Non-Inferiority Trial. | Nelson M;Bourke M;Crossley K;Russell T | PHYSIOTHERAPY | hip | 10.1016/j.physio.2019.06.006 | 107 | 19-27 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing telerehabilitation (remote, minimally supervised) versus in-person outpatient physiotherapy (supervised) in total hip replacement patients with underlying OA. Directly compares supervision levels (remote vs in-person). |
| 32026846 | Room J | 2020 | Development Of A Functional Rehabilitation Intervention For Post Knee Arthroplasty Patients: Community Based Rehabilitation Post Knee Arthroplasty (Corka) Trial. | Room J;Batting M;Barker Kl | PHYSIOTHERAPY | knee | 10.1016/j.physio.2019.06.004 | 106 | 52-64 | EXCLUDE | high | This describes development of a rehabilitation intervention for the CORKA trial but does not report trial results comparing supervised versus unsupervised exercise. This is a protocol/methods paper without comparative outcome data. |
| 32045406 | Gül D | 2020 | Treatment Of Osteoarthritis Secondary To Developmental Dysplasia Of The Hip With Prolotherapy Injection Versus A Supervised Progressive Exercise Control. | Gül D;Orsçelik A;Akpancar S | MEDICAL SCIENCE MONITOR : INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL AND CLINICAL RESEARCH | hip | 10.12659/MSM.919166 | 26 | E919166 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing prolotherapy injections versus supervised progressive exercise in patients with OA secondary to DDH. Clearly randomized, involves OA population, and compares different treatment modalities where supervision level may differ. |
| 32075663 | Simpson Ahrw | 2020 | Osteoarthritis Preoperative Package For Care Of Orthotics, Rehabilitation, Topical And Oral Agent Usage And Nutrition To Improve Outcomes At A Year (Opportunity); A Feasibility Study Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Simpson Ahrw;Howie Cr;Kinsella E;Hamilton Df;Conaghan Pg;Hankey C;Simpson Sa;Bell-Higgs A;Craig P;Clement Nd;Keerie C;Kingsbury Sr;Leeds Ar;Ross Hm;Pandit Hg;Tuck C;Norrie J | TRIALS | | 10.1186/s13063-019-3709-5 | 21 | 209 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a feasibility study protocol for a pre-operative package of care versus standard care before knee replacement. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions and is a protocol without results. |
| 32107449 | Raud B | 2020 | Level Of Obesity Is Directly Associated With The Clinical And Functional Consequences Of Knee Osteoarthritis. | Raud B;Gay C;Guiguet-Auclair C;Bonnin A;Gerbaud L;Pereira B;Duclos M;Boirie Y;Coudeyre E | SCIENTIFIC REPORTS | knee | 10.1038/s41598-020-60587-1 | 10 | 3601 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cross-sectional study examining the relationship between BMI and clinical consequences of knee osteoarthritis. It is not a randomized controlled trial and does not involve an exercise intervention. |
| 32151918 | Krauss I | 2020 | A 12-Week Exercise Program For Patients With Hip Osteoarthritis Has No Influence On Gait Parameters: A Secondary Analysis Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Krauss I;Hein T;Steinhilber B;Janßen P | GAIT & POSTURE | hip | 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2020.03.001 | 78 | 6-12 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing exercise program versus control/placebo ultrasound in hip OA. Does not compare different levels of supervision; all exercise participants received the same supervised group plus home-based program. |
| 32164604 | Bennell Kl | 2020 | Better Knee, Better Meâ„¢: Effectiveness Of Two Scalable Health Care Interventions Supporting Self-Management For Knee Osteoarthritis - Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Bennell Kl;Keating C;Lawford Bj;Kimp Aj;Egerton T;Brown C;Kasza J;Spiers L;Proietto J;Sumithran P;Quicke Jg;Hinman Rs;Harris A;Briggs Am;Page C;Choong Pf;Dowsey Mm;Keefe F;Rini C | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-020-3166-z | 21 | 160 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT protocol comparing remotely-delivered exercise interventions via videoconferencing with physiotherapist/dietitian versus information-only control in knee OA. Compares supervised (via telehealth) versus non-supervised exercise approaches. |
| 32169459 | Rewald S | 2020 | Aquatic Cycling Improves Knee Pain And Physical Functioning In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Rewald S;Lenssen Aft;Emans Pj;De Bie Ra;Van Breukelen G;Mesters I | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2019.12.023 | 101 | 1288-1295 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing supervised aquatic cycling to usual care in knee OA patients. Does not compare different levels of supervision of exercise programs (supervised vs non-supervised exercise). |
| 32171937 | Bade Mj | 2020 | Movement Pattern Biofeedback Training After Total Knee Arthroplasty: Randomized Clinical Trial Protocol. | Bade Mj;Christensen Jc;Zeni Ja;Christiansen Cl;Dayton Mr;Forster Je;Cheuy Va;Stevens-Lapsley Je | CONTEMPORARY CLINICAL TRIALS | knee | 10.1016/j.cct.2020.105973 | 91 | 105973 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT protocol comparing standard rehabilitation with and without movement training in TKA patients. Although post-surgical intervention, it involves supervised movement training vs standard care, which likely differs in supervision approach. |
| 32173658 | Bitar S | 2020 | Five-Year Evolution Patterns Of Physical Activity And Sedentary Behavior In Patients With Lower-Limb Osteoarthritis And Their Sociodemographic And Clinical Correlates. | Bitar S;Omorou Ay;Van Hoye A;Guillemin F;Rat Ac | THE JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY | | 10.3899/jrheum.190854 | 47 | 1807-1814 | EXCLUDE | high | Observational cohort study tracking physical activity trajectories over 5 years, not a randomized controlled trial. Does not compare different exercise interventions. |
| 32184135 | Berg B | 2020 | Development Of Osteoarthritis In Patients With Degenerative Meniscal Tears Treated With Exercise Therapy Or Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Berg B;Roos Em;Englund M;Kise Nj;Tiulpin A;Saarakkala S;Engebretsen L;Eftang Cn;Holm I;Risberg Ma | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | menisc | 10.1016/j.joca.2020.01.020 | 28 | 897-906 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares 12 weeks of supervised exercise therapy versus arthroscopic partial meniscectomy in patients with degenerative meniscal tears. While surgery is the comparator (not unsupervised exercise), supervised exercise is clearly an intervention arm, and ambiguity about whether this fits criteria warrants inclusion per sensitivity rules. |
| 32190975 | Ross A | 2020 | Outcomes Of A Conservative Care Program For Knee Osteoarthritis Through Translation Of Research Into Practice. | Ross A;Gascon Gm;Snow R;Sawchyn G;Deroads K;Ruane Jj | MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE | knee | 10.1002/msc.1465 | 18 | 342-351 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm observational cohort study with pre-post comparison, not a randomized controlled trial. The study design does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 32200051 | Bennell Kl | 2020 | What Type Of Exercise Is Most Effective For People With Knee Osteoarthritis And Co-Morbid Obesity?: The Target Randomized Controlled Trial. | Bennell Kl;Nelligan Rk;Kimp Aj;Schwartz S;Kasza J;Wrigley Tv;Metcalf B;Hodges Pw;Hinman Rs | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2020.02.838 | 28 | 755-765 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares home-based non-weight bearing quadriceps strengthening versus home-based weight bearing functional exercise in people with knee OA and obesity. Both are home-based programs, representing comparison of different exercise types with similar (home-based) supervision levels, which falls within our inclusion criteria for studies comparing delivery modes. |
| 32202313 | Chen H | 2020 | Benefits Of A Transtheoretical Model-Based Program On Exercise Adherence In Older Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial. | Chen H;Wang Y;Liu C;Lu H;Liu N;Yu F;Wan Q;Chen J;Shang S | JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING | knee | 10.1111/jan.14363 | 76 | 1765-1779 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This cluster RCT compares a transtheoretical model-based exercise program to a non-theory-based exercise program in older adults with knee OA. Both groups appear to receive exercise programs, but the study does not clearly differentiate supervision levels between groups—the primary difference is theoretical framework, not supervision. |
| 32207706 | Levin Av | 2020 | [Combined Application Of Physiotherapy And Acupuncture In Patients With Knee Osteoarthrosis]. | Levin Av;Tyrnov Pv | VOPROSY KURORTOLOGII, FIZIOTERAPII, I LECHEBNOI FIZICHESKOI KULTURY | knee | 10.17116/kurort20209701135 | 97 | 35-41 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares different combinations of physiotherapy modalities (TEFS with/without acupuncture vs drug therapy alone) in knee OA patients. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs. |
| 32215674 | Uysal A | 2020 | Effects Of Radial Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy On Clinical Variables And Isokinetic Performance In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Prospective, Randomized, Single-Blind And Controlled Trial. | Uysal A;Yildizgoren Mt;Guler H;Turhanoglu Ad | INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS | knee | 10.1007/s00264-020-04541-w | 44 | 1311-1319 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares radial extracorporeal shock wave therapy (r-ESWT) versus sham-ESWT in knee OA. Both groups received the same conventional electrotherapy and home-based exercise program, so there is no supervision comparison. |
| 32223554 | Sert At | 2020 | The Effects Of Dextrose Prolotherapy In Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Study. | Sert At;Sen Ei;Esmaeilzadeh S;Ozcan E | JOURNAL OF ALTERNATIVE AND COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE (NEW YORK, N.Y.) | knee | 10.1089/acm.2019.0335 | 26 | 409-417 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares dextrose prolotherapy injections versus saline injections versus control in knee OA. All groups received the same home-based exercise program, so there is no comparison of different supervision levels. |
| 32243994 | Skou St | 2020 | Cost-Effectiveness Of 12 Weeks Of Supervised Treatment Compared To Written Advice In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Secondary Analysis Of The 2-Year Outcome From A Randomized Trial. | Skou St;Roos Em;Laursen M;Arendt-Nielsen L;Rasmussen S;Simonsen O;Ibsen R;Larsen At;Kjellberg J | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2020.03.009 | 28 | 907-916 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares a 12-week individualized supervised treatment program (exercise, education, diet, insoles, pain medication) to written advice in knee OA patients. The comparison clearly differs in supervision level: supervised multicomponent treatment versus self-directed written advice. |
| 32284049 | Moseng T | 2020 | Low Adherence To Exercise May Have Influenced The Proportion Of Omeract-Oarsi Responders In An Integrated Osteoarthritis Care Model: Secondary Analyses From A Cluster-Randomised Stepped-Wedge Trial. | Moseng T;Dagfinrud H;Van Bodegom-Vos L;Dziedzic K;Hagen Kb;Natvig B;Røtterud Jh;Vlieland Tv;Østerås N | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.1186/s12891-020-03235-z | 21 | 236 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares an integrated OA care model to usual care, not different levels of exercise supervision. The secondary analysis examines exercise adherence within the intervention group, not a comparison of supervised versus unsupervised exercise arms. |
| 32293398 | Alghadir Ah | 2020 | Comparison Of Simultaneous Bilateral Versus Unilateral Total Knee Replacement On Pain Levels And Functional Recovery. | Alghadir Ah;Iqbal Za;Anwer S;Anwar D | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-020-03269-3 | 21 | 246 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares bilateral versus unilateral total knee replacement surgery, not supervised versus unsupervised exercise interventions. Both groups received similar physiotherapy, so there is no comparison of supervision levels. |
| 32293810 | Ranker A | 2020 | Microcurrent Therapy In The Treatment Of Knee Osteoarthritis: Could It Be More Than A Placebo Effect? A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Ranker A;Husemeyer O;Cabeza-Boeddinghaus N;Mayer-Wagner S;Crispin A;Weigl Mb | EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | 10.23736/S1973-9087.20.05921-3 | 56 | 459-468 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares different intensities of microcurrent therapy versus sham treatment in knee OA patients. It does not compare supervised versus unsupervised exercise; it evaluates an electrotherapy modality, not exercise interventions. |
| 32318678 | Altaş Eu | 2020 | The Effect Of Physical Therapy And Rehabilitation Modalities On Sleep Quality In Patients With Primary Knee Osteoarthritis: A Single-Blind, Prospective, Randomized-Controlled Study. | Altaş Eu;Demirdal Ü | TURKISH JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.5606/tftrd.2020.3089 | 66 | 73-83 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT in knee OA patients compares exercise therapy plus physical therapy modalities versus exercise therapy alone (home-based program). The comparison may involve supervision differences as one group received supervised PT sessions while both groups did home exercises, making supervision a potential varying factor. |
| 32338621 | Wijnen A | 2020 | Effectiveness Of A Home-Based Rehabilitation Program After Total Hip Arthroplasty Driven By A Tablet App And Remote Coaching: Nonrandomized Controlled Trial Combining A Single-Arm Intervention Cohort With Historical Controls. | Wijnen A;Hoogland J;Munsterman T;Gerritsma Cl;Dijkstra B;Zijlstra Wp;Dekker Js;Annegarn J;Ibarra F;Slager Ge;Zijlstra W;Stevens M | JMIR REHABILITATION AND ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES | hip | 10.2196/14139 | 7 | E14139 | EXCLUDE | high | This is explicitly described as a non-randomized controlled trial using historical controls, not an RCT. The study design does not meet inclusion criteria despite comparing home-based versus usual care in total hip arthroplasty patients. |
| 32360105 | Dejong G | 2020 | Innovative Devices Did Not Provide Superior Total Knee Arthroplasty Outcomes In Post-Operative Rehabilitation: Results From A Four-Arm Randomized Clinical Trial. | Dejong G;Hsieh Cj;Vita Mt;Zeymo A;Boucher Hr;Thakkar Sc | THE JOURNAL OF ARTHROPLASTY | knee | 10.1016/j.arth.2020.03.048 | 35 | 2054-2065 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares different types of rehabilitation equipment/devices after total knee arthroplasty, not different levels of supervision. All four arms appear to be supervised outpatient rehabilitation interventions differing only in equipment used. |
| 32365314 | Silva Pg | 2020 | Effectiveness Of Nighttime Orthoses In Controlling Pain For Women With Hand Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Silva Pg;De Carvalho Silva F;Da Rocha Corrêa Fernandes A;Natour J | THE AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY : OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE AMERICAN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION | hand | 10.5014/ajot.2020.033621 | 74 | 7403205080P1-7403205080P10 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an RCT evaluating nighttime orthoses versus education only for hand OA. The intervention is orthotic devices, not exercise, and does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 32372651 | Donec V | 2020 | | Donec V;Kubilius R | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | NA | 10.1177/0269215520916859 | 34 | 877-889 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing specific Kinesio Taping versus non-specific knee taping in knee OA patients. It evaluates a taping intervention, not exercise, and does not compare supervision levels of exercise programs. |
| 32375174 | Wieczorek M | 2020 | Trajectory Analysis Combining Pain And Physical Function In Individuals With Knee And Hip Osteoarthritis: Results From The French Khoala Cohort. | Wieczorek M;Rotonda C;Coste J;Pouchot J;Saraux A;Guillemin F;Rat Ac | RHEUMATOLOGY (OXFORD, ENGLAND) | knee; hip | 10.1093/rheumatology/keaa148 | 59 | 3488-3498 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational cohort study (KHOALA cohort) analyzing trajectories of pain and physical function in knee/hip OA patients over 5 years. It is not a randomized controlled trial and does not involve an exercise intervention. |
| 32410697 | Davies L | 2020 | Comparison Of The Clinical And Cost Effectiveness Of Two Management Strategies (Rehabilitation Versus Surgical Reconstruction) For Non-Acute Anterior Cruciate Ligament (Acl) Injury: Study Protocol For The Acl Snnap Randomised Controlled Trial. | Davies L;Cook J;Leal J;Areia Cm;Shirkey B;Jackson W;Campbell H;Fletcher H;Carr A;Barker K;Lamb Se;Monk P;O'leary S;Haddad F;Wilson C;Price A;Beard D | TRIALS | | 10.1186/s13063-020-04298-y | 21 | 405 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing rehabilitation versus surgical reconstruction for ACL injury. While ACL injury increases OA risk, the study population has ACL injury (not OA as primary condition) and does not compare supervision levels of exercise. |
| 32438267 | Starkey Sc | 2020 | Effect Of Exercise On Knee Joint Contact Forces In People Following Medial Partial Meniscectomy: A Secondary Analysis Of A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Starkey Sc;Lenton Gk;Saxby Dj;Hinman Rs;Bennell Kl;Wrigley T;Lloyd D;Hall M | GAIT & POSTURE | knee; menisc | 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2020.04.025 | 79 | 203-209 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing a home-based physiotherapist-guided exercise program to no exercise (control) in people post-meniscectomy. While it involves exercise, it does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery methods; rather, it compares exercise versus no exercise. |
| 32482669 | S Jorge Ae | 2020 | Photobiomodulation Therapy Associated With Supervised Therapeutic Exercises For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial Protocol. | S Jorge Ae;O Dantas L;M S Serrão Pr;Alburquerque-SendÃn F;Salvini Tf | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-035711 | 10 | E035711 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing photobiomodulation plus supervised therapeutic exercises versus supervised exercises alone in knee OA. Both groups receive supervised exercise programs with no difference in supervision level between groups. |
| 32513273 | Wang L | 2020 | The Effect Of Transtheoretical Model-Lead Intervention For Knee Osteoarthritis In Older Adults: A Cluster Randomized Trial. | Wang L;Chen H;Lu H;Wang Y;Liu C;Dong X;Chen J;Liu N;Yu F;Wan Q;Shang S | ARTHRITIS RESEARCH & THERAPY | knee | 10.1186/s13075-020-02222-y | 22 | 134 | EXCLUDE | high | This cluster RCT compares a transtheoretical model-based home exercise intervention versus standard home exercise program guidance in older adults with knee OA. Both groups received home exercise programs without differences in supervision level; the intervention focused on behavioral adherence strategies rather than supervision differences. |
| 32518674 | Harris-Hayes M | 2020 | Movement Pattern Training Compared With Standard Strengthening And Flexibility Among Patients With Hip-Related Groin Pain: Results Of A Pilot Multicentre Randomised Clinical Trial. | Harris-Hayes M;Steger-May K;Bove Am;Foster Sn;Mueller Mj;Clohisy Jc;Fitzgerald Gk | BMJ OPEN SPORT & EXERCISE MEDICINE | hip | 10.1136/bmjsem-2019-000707 | 6 | E000707 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a pilot RCT comparing two physical therapist-led interventions (movement pattern training vs standard strengthening/flexibility) in people with hip-related groin pain. Both include 10 visits over 12 weeks plus home exercise, suggesting both are supervised interventions with similar supervision levels, but the study focuses on hip-related groin pain rather than clearly diagnosed osteoarthritis. However, under sensitivity rules and given the overlap with OA presentations, this should be included for full-text review. |
| 32600001 | Eyles Jp | 2020 | National Osteoarthritis Strategy Brief Report: Living Well With Osteoarthritis. | Eyles Jp;Hunter Dj;Briggs Am;Hinman Rs;Fitzpatrick J;March L;Cicuttini F;Mcnaughton S;Ewald D;Nicholas M;Feng Y;Filocamo K;Bennell K | AUSTRALIAN JOURNAL OF GENERAL PRACTICE | | 10.31128/AJGP-08-19-5051-02 | 49 | 438-442 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a strategy/policy document describing the development of a National Osteoarthritis Strategy. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing different exercise interventions. |
| 32673245 | Mrklas Kj | 2020 | Co-Design In The Development Of A Mobile Health App For The Management Of Knee Osteoarthritis By Patients And Physicians: Qualitative Study. | Mrklas Kj;Barber T;Campbell-Scherer D;Green La;Li Lc;Marlett N;Miller J;Shewchuk B;Teare S;Wasylak T;Marshall Da | JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH | knee | 10.2196/17893 | 8 | E17893 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative co-design study describing the development of a mobile health app, not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. No trial results reported. |
| 32706674 | De Oliveira Silva D | 2020 | Novel Stepped Care Approach To Provide Education And Exercise Therapy For Patellofemoral Pain: Feasibility Study. | De Oliveira Silva D;Pazzinatto Mf;Crossley Km;Azevedo Fm;Barton Cj | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | | 10.2196/18584 | 22 | E18584 | EXCLUDE | high | Study focuses on patellofemoral pain (PFP), not osteoarthritis. Population does not meet inclusion criteria as OA is not the primary condition being treated. |
| 32767989 | Hinman Rs | 2020 | Technology Versus Tradition: A Non-Inferiority Trial Comparing Video To Face-To-Face Consultations With A Physiotherapist For People With Knee Osteoarthritis. Protocol For The Peak Randomised Controlled Trial. | Hinman Rs;Kimp Aj;Campbell Pk;Russell T;Foster Ne;Kasza J;Harris A;Bennell Kl | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-020-03523-8 | 21 | 522 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing video consultations versus face-to-face consultations with physiotherapists for knee OA. Both groups receive home-based exercise programs, but the supervision modality differs (remote video vs in-person), making this a relevant comparison of supervision delivery methods. |
| 32776763 | Rezasoltani Z | 2020 | Physical Therapy, Intra-Articular Dextrose Prolotherapy, Botulinum Neurotoxin, And Hyaluronic Acid For Knee Osteoarthritis: Randomized Clinical Trial. | Rezasoltani Z;Azizi S;Najafi S;Sanati E;Dadarkhah A;Abdorrazaghi F | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION RESEARCH. INTERNATIONALE ZEITSCHRIFT FUR REHABILITATIONSFORSCHUNG. REVUE INTERNATIONALE DE RECHERCHES DE READAPTATION | knee | 10.1097/MRR.0000000000000411 | 43 | 219-227 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares four treatment modalities (physical therapy, dextrose prolotherapy, botulinum toxin, and hyaluronic acid) with all participants prescribed daily exercise. The study does not compare different levels of exercise supervision as the primary intervention. |
| 32860991 | Brett A | 2020 | Automated Mri Assessment Confirms Cartilage Thickness Modification In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Post-Hoc Analysis From A Phase Ii Sprifermin Study. | Brett A;Bowes Ma;Conaghan Pg;Ladel C;Guehring H;Moreau F;Eckstein F | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2020.08.005 | 28 | 1432-1436 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a post-hoc analysis from the FORWARD study examining sprifermin (a pharmacological intervention) for knee osteoarthritis using automated MRI assessment. It does not involve comparison of exercise interventions or supervision levels. |
| 32887594 | Tan By | 2020 | Collaborative Model Of Care Between Orthopaedics And Allied Healthcare Professionals Trial (Connact) - A Feasibility Study In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis Using A Mixed Method Approach. | Tan By;Ding Btk;Pereira Mj;Skou St;Thumboo J;Car J | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-020-03611-9 | 21 | 592 | EXCLUDE | high | This feasibility study compares a new 12-week community-based, individualized, multidisciplinary model of care to a control arm, but does not explicitly compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs. The study focuses on a comprehensive model of care rather than specifically examining supervision levels of exercise delivery. |
| 32888898 | Khachian A | 2020 | Effect Of Self-Management Program On Outcome Of Adult Knee Osteoarthritis. | Khachian A;Seyedoshohadaei M;Haghani H;Amiri F | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND TRAUMA NURSING | knee | 10.1016/j.ijotn.2020.100797 | 39 | 100797 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT evaluating a self-management education program for knee OA that patients practiced at home for 8 weeks. While not explicitly comparing supervised vs unsupervised exercise, the home-based self-management nature suggests unsupervised exercise delivery. |
| 32967713 | Hurley Da | 2020 | Feasibility Cluster Randomised Controlled Trial Evaluating A Theory-Driven Group-Based Complex Intervention Versus Usual Physiotherapy To Support Self-Management Of Osteoarthritis And Low Back Pain (Solas). | Hurley Da;Jeffares I;Hall Am;Keogh A;Toomey E;Mcardle D;Mcdonough Sm;Guerin S;Segurado R;Matthews J | TRIALS | | 10.1186/s13063-020-04671-x | 21 | 807 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT comparing a group-based supervised intervention (SOLAS) versus usual individual physiotherapy in patients with OA and LBP. While both arms may involve physiotherapy, there appears to be a difference in delivery mode (group vs individual) that likely involves different supervision levels, warranting inclusion. |
| 32972443 | Dando C | 2020 | Stakeholder Views Of Podiatry Services In The Uk For People Living With Arthritis: A Qualitative Study. | Dando C;Bacon D;Borthwick A;Bowen C | JOURNAL OF FOOT AND ANKLE RESEARCH | | 10.1186/s13047-020-00427-7 | 13 | 58 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study exploring stakeholder views on podiatry services for people with arthritis. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. |
| 32978204 | Dantas G | 2020 | Effects Of A Foot-Ankle Strengthening Programme On Clinical Aspects And Gait Biomechanics In People With Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Dantas G;Sacco Icn;Dos Santos Af;Watari R;Matias Ab;Serrao Prms;Pott-Junior H;Salvini Tf | BMJ OPEN | foot; ankle; knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2020-039279 | 10 | E039279 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a future trial comparing a physiotherapist-supervised foot-ankle strengthening program versus no specific foot intervention (standard medical care) in knee OA patients. It does not compare supervised versus unsupervised exercise; the control group receives no specific exercise intervention. |
| 32985991 | Durst J | 2020 | Effectiveness Of Human Versus Computer-Based Instructions For Exercise On Physical Activity-Related Health Competence In Patients With Hip Osteoarthritis: Randomized Noninferiority Crossover Trial. | Durst J;Roesel I;Sudeck G;Sassenberg K;Krauss I | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | hip | 10.2196/18233 | 22 | E18233 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT in hip osteoarthritis patients compares physiotherapist-supervised exercise guidance versus computer-based app guidance. This clearly compares different levels of supervision (human face-to-face versus digital/remote guidance). |
| 32985994 | Bennell K | 2020 | Behavior Change Text Messages For Home Exercise Adherence In Knee Osteoarthritis: Randomized Trial. | Bennell K;Nelligan Rk;Schwartz S;Kasza J;Kimp A;Crofts Sj;Hinman Rs | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | knee | 10.2196/21749 | 22 | E21749 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares unsupervised home exercise with SMS support versus unsupervised home exercise without SMS support in knee OA patients following a supervised program. The SMS intervention represents a form of remote support/minimal supervision versus completely unsupervised exercise, which fits the inclusion criteria. |
| 33008432 | Paravlic Ah | 2020 | Home-Based Motor Imagery Intervention Improves Functional Performance Following Total Knee Arthroplasty In The Short Term: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Paravlic Ah;Maffulli N;KovaÄ S;Pisot R | JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND RESEARCH | knee | 10.1186/s13018-020-01964-4 | 15 | 451 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares motor imagery combined with physical therapy versus physical therapy alone in total knee arthroplasty patients, not osteoarthritis patients. The comparison is about adding motor imagery, not about differing levels of exercise supervision. |
| 33051212 | Hamilton Df | 2020 | Targeting Rehabilitation To Improve Outcomes After Total Knee Arthroplasty In Patients At Risk Of Poor Outcomes: Randomised Controlled Trial. | Hamilton Df;Beard Dj;Barker Kl;Macfarlane Gj;Tuck Ce;Stoddart A;Wilton T;Hutchinson Jd;Murray Gd;Simpson Ahrw | BMJ (CLINICAL RESEARCH ED.) | knee | 10.1136/bmj.m3576 | 371 | M3576 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This RCT in total knee arthroplasty patients compares therapist-led outpatient rehabilitation versus home exercise-based protocol. However, the population is post-surgical patients at risk of poor outcomes after surgery, not primary OA management, making it post-operative rehabilitation rather than OA treatment. |
| 33054811 | Busso C | 2020 | Effectiveness Of A Home-Based Telerehabilitation System In Patients After Total Hip Arthroplasty: Study Protocol Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Busso C;Castorina G;Di Monaco M;Rodriguez D;Mahdavi H;Balocco S;Trucco M;Conti M;Castagna A;Minetto Ma | TRIALS | hip | 10.1186/s13063-020-04791-4 | 21 | 852 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT in total hip arthroplasty patients (not OA as primary condition) comparing standard rehabilitation plus home-based telerehabilitation versus standard rehabilitation plus unsupervised home-based rehabilitation. While it involves supervision differences, the population is post-surgical THA rather than OA management. |
| 33068901 | Walsh N | 2020 | Facilitating Activity And Self-Management For People With Arthritic Knee, Hip Or Lower Back Pain (Fasa): A Cluster Randomised Controlled Trial. | Walsh N;Jones L;Phillips S;Thomas R;Odondi L;Palmer S;Cramp F;Pollock J;Hurley M | MUSCULOSKELETAL SCIENCE & PRACTICE | knee; hip | 10.1016/j.msksp.2020.102271 | 50 | 102271 | INCLUDE | moderate | This cluster RCT compares a 6-week group exercise and self-management intervention facilitated by a physiotherapist (supervised, community-based) versus continued GP care in people with hip/knee OA. The intervention involves supervised group exercise versus standard care which likely differs in supervision level. |
| 33095777 | Husted Rs | 2020 | Perceived Facilitators And Barriers Among Physical Therapists And Orthopedic Surgeons To Pre-Operative Home-Based Exercise With One Exercise-Only In Patients Eligible For Knee Replacement: A Qualitative Interview Study Nested In The Quadx-1 Trial. | Husted Rs;Bandholm T;Rathleff Ms;Troelsen A;Kirk J | PLOS ONE | knee | 10.1371/journal.pone.0241175 | 15 | E0241175 | INCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study nested within the QUADX-1 RCT comparing pre-operative home-based exercise therapy in patients with knee OA eligible for knee replacement. The parent trial clearly involves comparing supervised vs home-based (non-supervised) exercise interventions. |
| 33126366 | Xie Sh | 2020 | The Feasibility And Effectiveness Of Internet-Based Rehabilitation For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Study Protocol Of Randomized Controlled Trial In The Community Setting. | Xie Sh;Wang Q;Wang Lq;Zhu Sy;Li Y;He Cq | MEDICINE | knee | 10.1097/MD.0000000000022961 | 99 | E22961 | INCLUDE | moderate | This protocol describes internet-based rehabilitation in community setting versus control group for knee OA patients. The comparison likely involves different supervision levels (internet-based remote vs standard care), meeting inclusion criteria despite being a protocol. |
| 33139686 | Alfieri Fm | 2020 | Efficacy Of An Exercise Program Combined With Lifestyle Education In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Alfieri Fm;Lima Ars;Salgueiro Mmhao;Andrade Ea;Battistella Lr;Silva Ncove | ACTA REUMATOLOGICA PORTUGUESA | knee | | 45 | 201-206 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares exercise program versus exercise plus lifestyle education in knee OA. Both groups appear to receive the same level of supervision (2 times/week for 8 weeks), so this does not compare different supervision levels. |
| 33187535 | Seward Mw | 2020 | Weight Loss Before Total Joint Arthroplasty Using A Remote Dietitian And Mobile App: Study Protocol For A Multicenter Randomized, Controlled Trial. | Seward Mw;Antonelli Bj;Giunta N;Iorio R;Fitz W;Lange Jk;Shah Vm;Chen Af | JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND RESEARCH | | 10.1186/s13018-020-02059-w | 15 | 531 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a weight loss intervention before total joint arthroplasty, not comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise. The intervention focuses on dietary counseling via remote dietitian and app, not exercise supervision differences. |
| 33195707 | Noorduyn Jca | 2020 | Functional Outcomes Of Arthroscopic Partial Meniscectomy Versus Physical Therapy For Degenerative Meniscal Tears Using A Patient-Specific Score: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Noorduyn Jca;Glastra Van Loon T;Van De Graaf Va;Willigenburg Nw;Butter Ik;Scholten-Peeters Ggm;Coppieters Mw;Poolman Rw;Scholtes Vab;Mutsaerts Elar;Krijnen Mr;Moojen Djf;Van Deurzen Dfp;Bloembergen Ch;Wolkenfelt J;De Gast A;Snijders T;Saris Dbf;Wolterbeek N;Neeter C;Kerkhoffs Gmmj;Peters Rw;Van Den Brand Icjb;De Vos-Jakobs S;Spoor Ab;Gosens T;Rezaie W;Hofstee Dj;Burger Bj;Haverkamp D;Vervest Amjs;Van Rheenen Ta;Wijsbek Ae;Van Arkel Era;Thomassen Bjw;Sprague S;Van Tulder Mw;Schavemaker M;Van Dijk R;Van Der Kraan J | ORTHOPAEDIC JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE | menisc | 10.1177/2325967120954392 | 8 | 2325967120954392 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares arthroscopic partial meniscectomy to physical therapy in patients with degenerative meniscal tears. While physical therapy is compared to surgery, there is no comparison between different levels of exercise supervision (both would be supervised physical therapy versus surgical intervention). |
| 33242011 | Clarkson P | 2020 | Integrating A Web-Based Self-Management Tool (Managing Joint Pain On The Web And Through Resources) For People With Osteoarthritis-Related Joint Pain With A Web-Based Social Network Support Tool (Generating Engagement In Network Involvement): Design, Development, And Early Evaluation. | Clarkson P;Vassilev I;Rogers A;Brooks C;Wilson N;Lawson J;Adams J | JMIR FORMATIVE RESEARCH | | 10.2196/18565 | 4 | E18565 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a design, development, and small-scale feasibility study (n=6) of digital self-management tools for OA joint pain. It is not an RCT and does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 33242021 | Nelligan Rk | 2020 | Exploring Attitudes And Experiences Of People With Knee Osteoarthritis Toward A Self-Directed Ehealth Intervention To Support Exercise: Qualitative Study. | Nelligan Rk;Hinman Rs;Teo Pl;Bennell Kl | JMIR REHABILITATION AND ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES | knee | 10.2196/18860 | 7 | E18860 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a qualitative study embedded within an RCT evaluating a self-directed eHealth intervention for exercise in knee OA. The parent RCT likely compares self-directed (unsupervised) digital exercise to another condition, making it potentially relevant to our supervision comparison. |
| 33243368 | Taylor Ah | 2020 | Adding Web-Based Behavioural Support To Exercise Referral Schemes For Inactive Adults With Chronic Health Conditions: The E-Coacher Rct. | Taylor Ah;Taylor Rs;Ingram Wm;Anokye N;Dean S;Jolly K;Mutrie N;Lambert J;Yardley L;Greaves C;King J;Mcadam C;Steele M;Price L;Streeter A;Charles N;Terry R;Webb D;Campbell J;Hughes L;Ainsworth B;Jones B;Jane B;Erwin J;Little P;Woolf A;Cavanagh C | HEALTH TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT (WINCHESTER, ENGLAND) | | 10.3310/hta24630 | 24 | 1-106 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares adding web-based behavioral support (e-coachER) to standard exercise referral schemes versus exercise referral schemes alone. Both arms receive the same exercise referral scheme; the intervention differs in behavioral support components, not in supervision level of exercise delivery. |
| 33250068 | Barker Kl | 2020 | Outpatient Physiotherapy Versus Home-Based Rehabilitation For Patients At Risk Of Poor Outcomes After Knee Arthroplasty: Corka Rct. | Barker Kl;Room J;Knight R;Dutton Sj;Toye F;Leal J;Kent S;Kenealy N;Schussel Mm;Collins G;Beard Dj;Price A;Underwood M;Drummond A;Cook E;Lamb Se | HEALTH TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT (WINCHESTER, ENGLAND) | knee | 10.3310/hta24650 | 24 | 1-116 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares outpatient physiotherapy (supervised) versus home-based rehabilitation for patients after knee arthroplasty with OA. This clearly compares different levels of supervision in exercise delivery between clinic-based and home-based programs. |
| 33282923 | Huels N | 2020 | Treatment Of The Clinical Symptoms Of Osteoarthritis In The Elbow Joints Of Dogs Using Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Therapy: A Randomized, Double-Blinded Trial. | Huels N;Harms O;Keim D;Rohn K;Fehr M | FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE | | 10.3389/fvets.2020.500278 | 7 | 500278 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates nuclear magnetic resonance therapy versus placebo in dogs with elbow OA. It does not involve human participants with OA or compare exercise supervision levels. |
| 33292671 | Vader K | 2020 | Determining The Feasibility Of A Trial To Evaluate The Effectiveness Of Phototherapy Versus Placebo At Reducing Pain During Physical Activity For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Vader K;Abebe Ab;Chala Mb;Varette K;Miller J | PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES | knee | 10.1186/s40814-020-00729-4 | 6 | 186 | EXCLUDE | high | This pilot RCT compares active phototherapy versus placebo for reducing pain during physical activity in knee OA patients. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 33346847 | Mehta Sj | 2020 | Effect Of Remote Monitoring On Discharge To Home, Return To Activity, And Rehospitalization After Hip And Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Mehta Sj;Hume E;Troxel Ab;Reitz C;Norton L;Lacko H;Mcdonald C;Freeman J;Marcus N;Volpp Kg;Asch Da | JAMA NETWORK OPEN | hip; knee | 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2020.28328 | 3 | E2028328 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates remote monitoring with activity tracking after hip/knee arthroplasty, not comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs. The intervention focuses on monitoring and behavioral support rather than structured exercise delivery with varying supervision levels. |
| 33414868 | Fico Bg | 2020 | No Changes In Appetite-Related Hormones Following Swimming And Cycling Exercise Interventions In Adults With Obesity. | Fico Bg;Alkatan M;Tanaka H | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF EXERCISE SCIENCE | | 10.70252/KABI2033 | 13 | 1819-1825 | INCLUDE | moderate | Protocol for RCT in LBP and knee OA comparing eHealth-delivered intervention (remotely delivered by physiotherapist) versus usual care. Remote delivery likely represents lower supervision compared to in-person usual care, meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 33419242 | Perez-Huerta Bd | 2020 | Effectiveness Of A Program Combining Strengthening, Stretching, And Aerobic Training Exercises In A Standing Versus A Sitting Position In Overweight Subjects With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Perez-Huerta Bd;DÃaz-Pulido B;Pecos-Martin D;Beckwee D;Lluch-Girbes E;Fernandez-Matias R;Rubio Mjb;Gallego-Izquierdo T | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.3390/jcm9124113 | 9 | | EXCLUDE | high | Study compares sitting versus standing aerobic exercises, not different levels of supervision. Both groups appear to receive the same level of supervised sessions (36 supervised sessions), with the only difference being exercise position. |
| 33490835 | Stanton Tr | 2020 | A Pain Science Education And Walking Program To Increase Physical Activity In People With Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis: A Feasibility Study. | Stanton Tr;Karran El;Butler Ds;Hull Mj;Schwetlik Sn;Braithwaite Fa;Jones Hg;Moseley Gl;Hill Cl;Tomkins-Lane C;Maher C;Bennell K | PAIN REPORTS | knee | 10.1097/PR9.0000000000000830 | 5 | E830 | EXCLUDE | high | This feasibility RCT compares pain science education versus sham ultrasound, both added to a physiotherapist-led walking program. Both groups receive the same level of supervision; the study does not compare different supervision levels. |
| 36474881 | Chua J | 2020 | Stakeholders' Preferences For Osteoarthritis Interventions In Health Services: A Cross-Sectional Study Using Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis. | Chua J;Hansen P;Briggs Am;Wilson R;Gwynne-Jones D;Abbott Jh | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN | | 10.1016/j.ocarto.2020.100110 | 2 | 100110 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cross-sectional survey study using multi-criteria decision analysis to assess stakeholder preferences for OA interventions. It is not an RCT and does not involve comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 29519753 | Efe Arslan D | 2019 | The Effect Of Aromatherapy Massage On Knee Pain And Functional Status In Participants With Osteoarthritis. | Efe Arslan D;Kutlutürkan S;Korkmaz M | PAIN MANAGEMENT NURSING : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF PAIN MANAGEMENT NURSES | knee | 10.1016/j.pmn.2017.12.001 | 20 | 62-69 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a non-randomized interventional study comparing aromatherapy massage, conventional massage, and control in OA patients. Not an RCT. |
| 29644876 | Azukizawa M | 2019 | The Effects Of Well-Rounded Exercise Program On Systemic Biomarkers Related To Cartilage Metabolism. | Azukizawa M;Ito H;Hamamoto Y;Fujii T;Morita Y;Okahata A;Tomizawa T;Furu M;Nishitani K;Kuriyama S;Nakamura S;Yoshitomi H;Nakatani T;Tsuboyama T;Hamaguchi M;Matsuda S;Yasuda T | CARTILAGE | | 10.1177/1947603518767998 | 10 | 451-458 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm study where all participants received the same weekly supervised exercise program with no comparison group. There is no randomization or comparison of different supervision levels. |
| 29885026 | Lawford Bj | 2019 | "I Was Really Pleasantly Surprised": Firsthand Experience And Shifts In Physical Therapist Perceptions Of Telephone-Delivered Exercise Therapy For Knee Osteoarthritis-A Qualitative Study. | Lawford Bj;Delany C;Bennell Kl;Hinman Rs | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.23618 | 71 | 545-557 | INCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study embedded within an RCT comparing telephone-delivered exercise therapy to another form of delivery for knee OA. Telephone delivery represents remote/digital supervision compared to traditional in-person care, which meets the supervision comparison criteria. |
| 30025995 | Tomkins-Lane C | 2019 | Digital Biomarkers Of Spine And Musculoskeletal Disease From Accelerometers: Defining Phenotypes Of Free-Living Physical Activity In Knee Osteoarthritis And Lumbar Spinal Stenosis. | Tomkins-Lane C;Norden J;Sinha A;Hu R;Smuck M | THE SPINE JOURNAL : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE NORTH AMERICAN SPINE SOCIETY | spine; knee | 10.1016/j.spinee.2018.07.007 | 19 | 15-23 | EXCLUDE | high | Cross-sectional observational study using accelerometry data to identify physical activity phenotypes in LSS and OA populations. Not an RCT and does not involve an exercise intervention. |
| 30064262 | Kuptniratsaikul V | 2019 | Is Four-Week Underwater Treadmill Exercise Regimen Compared To Home Exercise Efficacious For Pain Relief And Functional Improvement In Obese Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis? A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Kuptniratsaikul V;Kittichaikarn C;Suntornpiyapan P;Kovintaset K;Inthibal S | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/0269215518792041 | 33 | 85-93 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing supervised underwater treadmill exercise (clinic-based, 3x/week) versus home exercise (unsupervised) in obese patients with knee osteoarthritis. Clear difference in supervision level between groups. |
| 30167975 | Suzuki Y | 2019 | Home Exercise Therapy To Improve Muscle Strength And Joint Flexibility Effectively Treats Pre-Radiographic Knee Oa In Community-Dwelling Elderly: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Suzuki Y;Iijima H;Tashiro Y;Kajiwara Y;Zeidan H;Shimoura K;Nishida Y;Bito T;Nakai K;Tatsumi M;Yoshimi S;Tsuboyama T;Aoyama T | CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | 10.1007/s10067-018-4263-3 | 38 | 133-141 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two home exercise programs (multiple exercise vs quadriceps-only exercise) in pre-radiographic knee OA. Both arms are home-based programs, so there is no difference in supervision level between groups. |
| 30248040 | Yilmaz M | 2019 | Comparison Of Effectiveness Of The Home Exercise Program And The Home Exercise Program Taught By Physiotherapist In Knee Osteoarthritis. | Yilmaz M;Sahin M;Algun Zc | JOURNAL OF BACK AND MUSCULOSKELETAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.3233/BMR-181234 | 32 | 161-169 | INCLUDE | high | This is a randomized controlled trial in knee osteoarthritis patients comparing home exercise taught by a physiotherapist (supervised instruction) versus home exercise brochure alone (non-supervised). This clearly meets inclusion criteria as it compares different levels of supervision for exercise interventions. |
| 30255369 | Petersen W | 2019 | Non-Operative Treatment Of Unicompartmental Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: A Prospective Randomized Trial With Two Different Braces-Ankle-Foot Orthosis Versus Knee Unloader Brace. | Petersen W;Ellermann A;Henning J;Nehrer S;Rembitzki Iv;Fritz J;Becher C;Albasini A;Zinser W;Laute V;Ruhnau K;Stinus H;Liebau C | ARCHIVES OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND TRAUMA SURGERY | knee; ankle; foot | 10.1007/s00402-018-3040-8 | 139 | 155-166 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a randomized controlled trial in patients with knee osteoarthritis, but it compares two different types of braces (knee unloader brace versus ankle-foot orthosis), not supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 30329126 | Kline Pw | 2019 | Improving Physical Activity Through Adjunct Telerehabilitation Following Total Knee Arthroplasty: Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol. | Kline Pw;Melanson El;Sullivan Wj;Blatchford Pj;Miller Mj;Stevens-Lapsley Je;Christiansen Cl | PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.1093/ptj/pzy119 | 99 | 37-45 | EXCLUDE | high | Protocol for RCT in total knee arthroplasty patients, not osteoarthritis specifically. Compares telehealth behavior intervention versus telehealth education, both adjunct to standardized outpatient rehabilitation, not supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 30402992 | Gaskell L | 2019 | A Qualitative Study Of The Experiences And Perceptions Of Adults With Chronic Musculoskeletal Conditions Following A 12-Week Pilates Exercise Programme. | Gaskell L;Williams Ae | MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE | | 10.1002/msc.1365 | 17 | 54-62 | EXCLUDE | high | Qualitative study using focus groups to explore perceptions of a Pilates program. Not a randomized controlled trial and does not compare different levels of supervision. |
| 30407270 | Anderson Ml | 2019 | Fall Risk And Utilization Of Balance Training For Adults With Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis: Secondary Analysis From A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Anderson Ml;Allen Kd;Golightly Ym;Arbeeva Ls;Goode A;Huffman Km;Schwartz Ta;Hill Ch | JOURNAL OF GERIATRIC PHYSICAL THERAPY (2001) | knee | 10.1519/JPT.0000000000000213 | 42 | E39-E44 | INCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis from the PATH-IN RCT that compared physical therapy versus internet-based exercise training versus control in people with knee osteoarthritis. This clearly compares supervised PT versus unsupervised internet-based exercise, meeting all inclusion criteria. |
| 30412479 | Cisowska-Adamiak M | 2019 | Ultrasound Therapy: Dose-Dependent Effects In Lbp Treatment. | Cisowska-Adamiak M;Mackiewicz-Milewska M;Szymkuć-Bukowska I;Hagner W;Beuth W | JOURNAL OF BACK AND MUSCULOSKELETAL REHABILITATION | | 10.3233/BMR-170926 | 32 | 339-343 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two different dosages of ultrasound therapy for low back pain, not exercise supervision levels. While osteoarthritis is mentioned as an inclusion criterion, the intervention is not exercise and there is no supervision comparison. |
| 30471472 | Mahran Dg | 2019 | Effectiveness Of Home Based Intervention Program In Reducing Mortality Of Hip Fracture Patients: A Non-Randomized Controlled Trial. | Mahran Dg;Farouk O;Ismail Ma;Alaa Mm;Eisa A;Ragab Ii | ARCHIVES OF GERONTOLOGY AND GERIATRICS | hip | 10.1016/j.archger.2018.11.007 | 81 | 8-17 | EXCLUDE | high | Non-randomized controlled trial in hip fracture patients, not osteoarthritis as the primary condition. Also explicitly states it is non-randomized, which does not meet the RCT inclusion criteria. |
| 30502569 | Uzunkulaoğlu A | 2019 | Effect Of Flamingo Exercises On Balance In Patients With Balance Impairment Due To Senile Osteoarthritis. | Uzunkulaoğlu A;Yildirim İb;Güneş Aytekin M;Ay S | ARCHIVES OF GERONTOLOGY AND GERIATRICS | | 10.1016/j.archger.2018.10.012 | 81 | 48-52 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT in elderly osteoarthritic patients comparing different types of balance training (KAT device vs flamingo exercises vs combined), but all groups received 45-minute individualized training sessions three times per week. No supervision level comparison—all groups appear similarly supervised. |
| 30541043 | Booker S | 2019 | Patterns And Perceptions Of Self-Management For Osteoarthritis Pain In African American Older Adults. | Booker S;Herr K;Tripp-Reimer T | PAIN MEDICINE (MALDEN, MASS.) | | 10.1093/pm/pny260 | 20 | 1489-1499 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a mixed-methods cross-sectional study describing self-management patterns in African Americans with OA. It is not a randomized controlled trial. |
| 30543272 | Przybylak K | 2019 | Supervised Physiotherapy Leads To A Better Return To Physical Activity After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. | Przybylak K;Sibiński M;Domżalski M;Kwapisz A;Momaya Am;Zielińska M | THE JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE AND PHYSICAL FITNESS | | 10.23736/S0022-4707.18.08692-9 | 59 | 1551-1557 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT directly compares supervised vs. non-supervised rehabilitation after ACL reconstruction, not osteoarthritis. The population does not meet inclusion criteria despite comparing supervision levels. |
| 30553932 | Abbott Jh | 2019 | Incremental Clinical Effectiveness And Cost Effectiveness Of Providing Supervised Physiotherapy In Addition To Usual Medical Care In Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Hip Or Knee: 2-Year Results Of The Moa Randomised Controlled Trial. | Abbott Jh;Wilson R;Pinto D;Chapple Cm;Wright Aa | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | hip; knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2018.12.004 | 27 | 424-434 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT in hip/knee OA comparing supervised physiotherapy (exercise and/or manual therapy) in addition to usual medical care vs. usual medical care alone. This clearly involves different levels of supervision. |
| 30621742 | Tran L | 2019 | Sciatic Nerve Block Or Not For Outpatient Total Knee Arthroplasty? Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Tran L;Barthelemy M;Boileau P;Raucoules-Aime M;Carles M;Trojani C | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-018-3142-1 | 20 | 30 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT protocol for outpatient total knee arthroplasty comparing sciatic nerve block versus no sciatic nerve block for pain management. This is an anesthesia study, not comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 30770536 | Leonard H | 2019 | Live Music Therapy During Rehabilitation After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Leonard H | JOURNAL OF MUSIC THERAPY | knee | 10.1093/jmt/thy022 | 56 | 61-89 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing live music therapy during rehabilitation versus no music after TKA. Does not compare different levels of exercise supervision; both groups receive the same physical therapy with or without music. |
| 30777115 | Cerqueira Ms | 2019 | Effects Of Blood Flow Restriction Exercise With Very Low Load And Low Volume In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Randomized Trial. | Cerqueira Ms;De Brito Vieira Wh | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-019-3238-2 | 20 | 135 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol only without results comparing different exercise intensities (blood flow restriction vs high-intensity resistance exercise), not supervision levels. Both groups appear to be supervised. |
| 30794229 | Fleischman An | 2019 | 2018 John N. Insall Award: Recovery Of Knee Flexion With Unsupervised Home Exercise Is Not Inferior To Outpatient Physical Therapy After Tka: A Randomized Trial. | Fleischman An;Crizer Mp;Tarabichi M;Smith S;Rothman Rh;Lonner Jh;Chen Af | CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND RELATED RESEARCH | knee | 10.1097/CORR.0000000000000561 | 477 | 60-69 | INCLUDE | high | RCT explicitly comparing unsupervised home exercise (web-based or paper manual) versus formal outpatient physical therapy (supervised) after TKA. This is a direct supervised versus unsupervised comparison in OA patients. |
| 30794296 | Piva Sr | 2019 | Effectiveness Of Later-Stage Exercise Programs Vs Usual Medical Care On Physical Function And Activity After Total Knee Replacement: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Piva Sr;Schneider Mj;Moore Cg;Catelani Mb;Gil Ab;Klatt Ba;Digioia Am;Almeida Gj;Khoja Ss;Sowa G;Irrgang Jj | JAMA NETWORK OPEN | knee | 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2019.0018 | 2 | E190018 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing clinic-based physical therapy exercise (supervised) versus community-based group exercise versus usual care in post-TKR patients with OA. Clearly compares different supervision levels (clinic-based PT vs community group vs control). |
| 30816849 | Correia Fd | 2019 | Medium-Term Outcomes Of Digital Versus Conventional Home-Based Rehabilitation After Total Knee Arthroplasty: Prospective, Parallel-Group Feasibility Study. | Correia Fd;Nogueira A;Magalhães I;Guimarães J;Moreira M;Barradas I;Molinos M;Teixeira L;Tulha J;Seabra R;Lains J;Bento V | JMIR REHABILITATION AND ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES | knee | 10.2196/13111 | 6 | E13111 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing digital home-based rehabilitation (remote monitoring with app/AI system) vs conventional face-to-face rehabilitation after TKA in OA patients. This represents a comparison of different supervision modalities (remote digital vs in-person). |
| 30823900 | Spitaels D | 2019 | Educational Outreach Visits To Improve Knee Osteoarthritis Management In Primary Care. | Spitaels D;Hermens Rpmg;Luyten Fp;Vandenneucker H;Aertgeerts B;Verschueren S;Van Assche D;Vankrunkelsven P | BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION | knee | 10.1186/s12909-019-1504-3 | 19 | 66 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates an educational intervention for general practitioners using case vignettes, not a randomized trial comparing exercise supervision levels in OA patients. It examines GP behavior change, not patient exercise outcomes. |
| 30828206 | Aytekin E | 2019 | The Effect Of A 12 Week Prehabilitation Program On Pain And Function For Patients Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Prospective Controlled Study. | Aytekin E;Sukur E;Oz N;Telatar A;Eroglu Demir S;Sayiner Caglar N;Ozturkmen Y;Ozgonenel L | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND TRAUMA | knee | 10.1016/j.jcot.2018.04.006 | 10 | 345-349 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing home-based prehabilitation exercise program vs control (no prehabilitation) in knee OA patients before TKA. This compares supervised/prescribed home exercise to no exercise, representing different supervision levels. |
| 30835647 | Montalvo C | 2019 | The Problem Of Pain: Additive Analgesic Effect Of Tramadol And Buprenorphine In A Patient With Opioid Use Disorder. | Montalvo C;Genovese N;Renner J | SUBSTANCE ABUSE | | 10.1080/08897077.2019.1572050 | 40 | 136-139 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a case report of a single patient examining pain medication (tramadol and buprenorphine), not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. No exercise comparison is described. |
| 30902510 | Hsu Wh | 2019 | Twenty-Four-Week Hospital-Based Progressive Resistance Training On Functional Recovery In Female Patients Post Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Hsu Wh;Hsu Wb;Shen Wj;Lin Zr;Chang Sh;Hsu Rw | THE KNEE | knee | 10.1016/j.knee.2019.02.008 | 26 | 729-736 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing 24-week hospital-based supervised progressive resistance training versus control group in female TKA patients with knee osteoarthritis. Compares supervised exercise to a control condition, meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 30903342 | Tzatzairis T | 2019 | Multiple Intravenous Tranexamic Acid Doses In Total Knee Arthroplasty Without Tourniquet: A Randomized Controlled Study. | Tzatzairis T;Drosos Gi;Vogiatzaki T;Tilkeridis K;Ververidis A;Kazakos K | ARCHIVES OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND TRAUMA SURGERY | knee | 10.1007/s00402-019-03173-z | 139 | 859-868 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing different doses of tranexamic acid in total knee arthroplasty, not an exercise intervention study. Does not meet intervention criteria. |
| 30925199 | Melcer T | 2019 | A Retrospective Comparison Of Five-Year Health Outcomes Following Upper Limb Amputation And Serious Upper Limb Injury In The Iraq And Afghanistan Conflicts. | Melcer T;Walker J;Sechriest Vf;Bhatnagar V;Richard E;Perez K;Galarneau M | PM & R : THE JOURNAL OF INJURY, FUNCTION, AND REHABILITATION | | 10.1002/pmrj.12047 | 11 | 577-589 | EXCLUDE | high | Retrospective cohort study on upper limb amputation outcomes, not related to osteoarthritis or exercise interventions. Does not meet population or intervention criteria. |
| 30929225 | Østerås H | 2019 | The Effect Of Medical Exercise Therapy On Pressure Sensitivity In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Cohort Pilot Study. | Østerås H;Paulsberg F | PAIN AND THERAPY | knee | 10.1007/s40122-019-0121-5 | 8 | 79-87 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm cohort pilot study, not a randomized controlled trial. There is no comparison between different supervision levels of exercise. |
| 30967128 | Alghadir Ah | 2019 | Effect Of 6-Week Retro Or Forward Walking Program On Pain, Functional Disability, Quadriceps Muscle Strength, And Performance In Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial (Retro-Walking Trial). | Alghadir Ah;Anwer S;Sarkar B;Paul Ak;Anwar D | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-019-2537-9 | 20 | 159 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing supervised retro/forward walking programs (3 days/week for 6 weeks) versus control in knee OA patients. Both walking interventions appear to be supervised programs, representing different levels or types of supervision compared to control. |
| 30967131 | Chen H | 2019 | The Effects Of A Home-Based Exercise Intervention On Elderly Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Quasi-Experimental Study. | Chen H;Zheng X;Huang H;Liu C;Wan Q;Shang S | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-019-2521-4 | 20 | 160 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This is a quasi-experimental trial (not an RCT) comparing home-based exercise intervention with physiotherapist supervision versus health education only in elderly patients with knee OA. Excluded due to non-randomized design despite relevant comparison. |
| 30986588 | He J | 2019 | Unsupervised Gait Retraining Using A Wireless Pressure-Detecting Shoe Insole. | He J;Lippmann K;Shakoor N;Ferrigno C;Wimmer Ma | GAIT & POSTURE | | 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2019.03.021 | 70 | 408-413 | EXCLUDE | high | This gait retraining study involved 19 healthy subjects, not people with osteoarthritis. The population does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 31026460 | Tsehaie J | 2019 | Shorter Vs Longer Immobilization After Surgery For Thumb Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis: A Propensity Score-Matched Study. | Tsehaie J;Wouters Rm;Feitz R;Slijper Hp;Hovius Ser;Selles Rw | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | | 10.1016/j.apmr.2019.02.016 | 100 | 2022-2031.E1 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a prospective cohort study (not an RCT) comparing immobilization durations after thumb surgery for carpometacarpal OA. It does not compare exercise interventions or supervision levels. |
| 31033900 | Vincent Kr | 2019 | Eccentric And Concentric Resistance Exercise Comparison For Knee Osteoarthritis. | Vincent Kr;Vasilopoulos T;Montero C;Vincent Hk | MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE | knee | 10.1249/MSS.0000000000002010 | 51 | 1977-1986 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT in knee OA patients compares two types of supervised resistance exercise (eccentric vs concentric) and a wait-list control. Both exercise interventions were supervised, so there is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 31070516 | Hurley Mv | 2019 | Evaluation Of A Health Trainer-Led Service For People With Knee, Hip And Back Pain. | Hurley Mv;Semple A;Sibley F;Walker A | PERSPECTIVES IN PUBLIC HEALTH | knee; hip | 10.1177/1757913919833721 | 139 | 308-315 | EXCLUDE | moderate | Non-randomized evaluation of a health trainer service for people with joint pain. Study does not meet RCT design requirement and does not compare different supervision levels. |
| 31075423 | Moseng T | 2019 | Implementing International Osteoarthritis Guidelines In Primary Care: Uptake And Fidelity Among Health Professionals And Patients. | Moseng T;Dagfinrud H;Østerås N | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | | 10.1016/j.joca.2019.03.010 | 27 | 1138-1147 | INCLUDE | moderate | Stepped-wedge cluster RCT in hip/knee OA patients implementing treatment guidelines including exercise and physiotherapy. While supervision differences are not explicitly described, the study involves PT-delivered interventions versus usual care, likely differing in supervision levels. |
| 31101039 | Moutzouri M | 2019 | Early Initiation Of Home-Based Sensori-Motor Training Improves Muscle Strength, Activation And Size In Patients After Knee Replacement: A Secondary Analysis Of A Controlled Clinical Trial. | Moutzouri M;Coutts F;Gliatis J;Billis E;Tsepis E;Gleeson N | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-019-2575-3 | 20 | 231 | EXCLUDE | high | Study involves patients after total knee replacement (TKR), not osteoarthritis patients. Population does not meet inclusion criteria as TKR patients are not the target OA population. |
| 31138256 | Allen Kd | 2019 | Stepped Exercise Program For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis (Step-Koa): Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Allen Kd;Bongiorni D;Caves K;Coffman Cj;Floegel Ta;Greysen Hm;Hall Ks;Heiderscheit B;Hoenig Hm;Huffman Km;Morey Mc;Ramasunder S;Severson H;Smith B;Van Houtven C;Woolson S | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-019-2627-8 | 20 | 254 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing stepped exercise interventions in knee OA patients, including internet-based (unsupervised) exercise progressing to in-person PT (supervised). The study compares different levels of supervision as part of a stepped care model. |
| 31193211 | Rashid Sa | 2019 | Comparisons Of Neuromuscular Training Versus Quadriceps Training On Gait And Womac Index In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis And Varus Malalignment. | Rashid Sa;Moiz Ja;Sharma S;Raza S;Rashid Sm;Hussain Me | JOURNAL OF CHIROPRACTIC MEDICINE | knee | 10.1016/j.jcm.2018.07.003 | 18 | 1-8 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares neuromuscular training versus quadriceps training in knee OA patients. Both groups received supervised exercise protocols (12 weeks, 3 sessions per week), so there is no difference in supervision level. |
| 31194946 | Zhong Z | 2019 | A Randomized Controlled Trial On The Effects Of Low-Dose Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Zhong Z;Liu B;Liu G;Chen J;Li Y;Chen J;Liu X;Hu Y | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2019.04.020 | 100 | 1695-1702 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares extracorporeal shockwave therapy versus placebo in knee OA patients. Neither intervention is exercise, and the study does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 31202210 | Lizis P | 2019 | Manual Therapy With Cryotherapy Versus Kinesiotherapy With Cryotherapy For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Lizis P;Manko G;Kobza W;Para B | ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES IN HEALTH AND MEDICINE | knee | | 25 | 40-45 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares manual therapy plus cryotherapy versus kinesiotherapy plus cryotherapy in knee OA patients. Both groups received supervised clinic-based treatments, so there is no difference in supervision level between arms. |
| 31208435 | Bennell Kl | 2019 | Comparison Of Weight Bearing Functional Exercise And Non-Weight Bearing Quadriceps Strengthening Exercise On Pain And Function For People With Knee Osteoarthritis And Obesity: Protocol For The Target Randomised Controlled Trial. | Bennell Kl;Nelligan Rk;Kimp Aj;Wrigley Tv;Metcalf B;Kasza J;Hodges Pw;Hinman Rs | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-019-2662-5 | 20 | 291 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol without results. Both exercise groups appear to be home-based with identical physiotherapist supervision schedules (5 sessions over 12 weeks), so they do not differ in supervision level. |
| 31208471 | Casas-Herrero A | 2019 | Effect Of A Multicomponent Exercise Programme (Vivifrail) On Functional Capacity In Frail Community Elders With Cognitive Decline: Study Protocol For A Randomized Multicentre Control Trial. | Casas-Herrero A;Anton-Rodrigo I;Zambom-Ferraresi F;Sáez De Asteasu Ml;Martinez-Velilla N;Elexpuru-Estomba J;Marin-Epelde I;Ramon-Espinoza F;Petidier-Torregrosa R;Sanchez-Sanchez Jl;Ibañez B;Izquierdo M | TRIALS | | 10.1186/s13063-019-3426-0 | 20 | 362 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing VIVIFRAIL multicomponent exercise program versus usual care in frail elderly with cognitive decline. While it mentions multiple conditions including osteoarthritis, OA is not the primary condition being studied, and the protocol does not clearly specify supervision level differences. |
| 31208916 | Schache Mb | 2019 | Incorporating Hip Abductor Strengthening Exercises Into A Rehabilitation Program Did Not Improve Outcomes In People Following Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomised Trial. | Schache Mb;Mcclelland Ja;Webster Ke | JOURNAL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY | hip; knee | 10.1016/j.jphys.2019.05.008 | 65 | 136-143 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two different exercise programs (standard rehabilitation with hip abductor strengthening versus standard rehabilitation with general functional exercises) after total knee arthroplasty. Both groups received the same level of supervision (12 days inpatient + 6 weeks outpatient physiotherapy), so supervision level does not vary. |
| 31228176 | Dias Correia F | 2019 | Digital Versus Conventional Rehabilitation After Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Single-Center, Parallel-Group Pilot Study. | Dias Correia F;Nogueira A;Magalhães I;Guimarães J;Moreira M;Barradas I;Molinos M;Teixeira L;Pires J;Seabra R;Lains J;Bento V | JMIR REHABILITATION AND ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES | hip | 10.2196/14523 | 6 | E14523 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares digital biofeedback system (home-based, independent rehabilitation) versus supervised conventional rehabilitation after total hip arthroplasty. This clearly represents a comparison of supervision levels in exercise delivery, meeting inclusion criteria despite being post-arthroplasty patients. |
| 31263727 | Hart Jm | 2019 | Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind Evaluation Of The Efficacy Of A Single-Dose Hyaluronic Acid For The Treatment Of Patellofemoral Chondromalacia. | Hart Jm;Kuenze C;Norte G;Bodkin S;Patrie J;Denny C;Hart J;Diduch Dr | ORTHOPAEDIC JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE | | 10.1177/2325967119854192 | 7 | 2325967119854192 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares hyaluronic acid injection versus sham injection in patellofemoral pain patients. Both groups received the same home exercise program, so there is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 31277529 | Qu Xd | 2019 | [Therapeutic Effect Of Exercise Acupuncture And Osteopathy On Traumatic Knee Arthritis]. | Qu Xd;Zhou Jj;Zhai Hw;Chen W;Cai Xh | ZHONGGUO GU SHANG = CHINA JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS AND TRAUMATOLOGY | knee | 10.3969/j.issn.1003-0034.2019.06.002 | 32 | 493-497 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares three different treatment modalities (routine rehabilitation, exercise acupuncture + routine rehabilitation, osteopathy + routine rehabilitation) in traumatic knee arthritis, but does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. The comparison is between different treatment types, not supervision levels. |
| 31351449 | Nelligan Rk | 2019 | Effectiveness Of Internet-Delivered Education And Home Exercise Supported By Behaviour Change Sms On Pain And Function For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial Protocol. | Nelligan Rk;Hinman Rs;Kasza J;Bennell Kl | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-019-2714-x | 20 | 342 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT protocol comparing internet-delivered home-based exercise (with SMS support) versus education control in people with knee OA. The intervention involves unsupervised home exercise, and while not explicitly comparing supervision levels, this represents a digital/remote delivery model that may inform supervision comparisons. |
| 31359900 | Ribera Nt | 2019 | Shape Variation Analyzer: A Classifier For Temporomandibular Joint Damaged By Osteoarthritis. | Ribera Nt;De Dumast P;Yatabe M;Ruellas A;Ioshida M;Paniagua B;Styner M;Gonçalves Jr;Bianchi J;Cevidanes L;Prieto Jc | PROCEEDINGS OF SPIE--THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR OPTICAL ENGINEERING | | 10.1117/12.2506018 | 10950 | | EXCLUDE | high | This is a study developing a deep learning diagnostic tool for TMJ osteoarthritis classification, not an exercise intervention trial. No comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 31390090 | Law W | 2019 | Impacts Of A Multicomponent Intervention Programme On Neuropsychiatric Symptoms In People With Dementia And Psychological Health Of Caregivers: A Feasibility Pilot Study. | Law W;Kwok Tcy | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GERIATRIC PSYCHIATRY | | 10.1002/gps.5191 | 34 | 1765-1775 | EXCLUDE | high | The primary population is people with dementia, not osteoarthritis. While participants have knee OA, dementia is the primary condition and outcomes focus on neuropsychiatric symptoms and caregiver health. |
| 31392991 | Judd Dl | 2019 | Incorporating Specific Functional Strength Integration Techniques To Improve Functional Performance For Veterans After Total Hip Arthroplasty: Protocol For A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Judd Dl;Cheuy Va;Forster Je;Christiansen Cl;Stevens-Lapsley Je | PHYSICAL THERAPY | hip | 10.1093/ptj/pzz109 | 99 | 1453-1460 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a study involving total hip arthroplasty patients, not osteoarthritis as the primary condition. While some participants may have hip OA, the population is defined by surgical status rather than OA diagnosis. |
| 31392999 | Kilgas Ma | 2019 | Home-Based Exercise With Blood Flow Restriction To Improve Quadriceps Muscle And Physical Function After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Case Report. | Kilgas Ma;Denherder Ae;Lytle Llm;Williams Ct;Elmer Sj | PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.1093/ptj/pzz110 | 99 | 1495-1500 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a case report, not a randomized controlled trial. The study design does not meet inclusion criteria despite involving home-based exercise. |
| 31409300 | Lin X | 2019 | Enhanced Preoperative Education About Continuous Femoral Nerve Block With Patient-Controlled Analgesia Improves The Analgesic Effect For Patients Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty And Reduces The Workload For Ward Nurses. | Lin X;Zhou Y;Zheng H;Zhang J;Wang X;Liu K;Wang J;Guo X;Li Z;Han B | BMC ANESTHESIOLOGY | knee | 10.1186/s12871-019-0826-3 | 19 | 150 | EXCLUDE | high | Study focuses on pain management education for continuous femoral nerve block after total knee arthroplasty, not on exercise interventions. Does not meet intervention criteria. |
| 31436359 | Karadağ S | 2019 | Application Of Heat And A Home Exercise Program For Pain And Function Levels In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Karadağ S;Taşci S;Doğan N;Demir H;Kiliç Z | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NURSING PRACTICE | knee | 10.1111/ijn.12772 | 25 | E12772 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing home exercise program (non-supervised) to control in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Meets criteria for OA population and includes a home-based exercise intervention. |
| 31440408 | Madara Kc | 2019 | Progressive Rehabilitation After Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Pilot And Feasibility Study. | Madara Kc;Marmon A;Aljehani M;Hunter-Giordano A;Zeni J;Raisis L | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY | hip | | 14 | 564-581 | EXCLUDE | high | Study involves patients after total hip arthroplasty surgery, not patients with osteoarthritis as the primary condition. Population does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 31475941 | Lai Z | 2019 | Effect Of Adding Whole-Body Vibration Training To Squat Training On Physical Function And Muscle Strength In Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Lai Z;Lee S;Hu X;Wang L | JOURNAL OF MUSCULOSKELETAL & NEURONAL INTERACTIONS | knee | | 19 | 333-341 | EXCLUDE | high | Both groups received supervised interventions (squat training vs whole-body vibration plus squat training) three times per week. No comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 31492784 | Fischbacher M | 2019 | The Influence Of Antiresorptive Bone Medication On The Effect Of High-Intensity Resistance And Impact Training On Osteoporotic Fracture Risk In Postmenopausal Women With Low Bone Mass: Protocol For The Medex-Op Randomised Controlled Trial. | Fischbacher M;Weeks Bk;Beck Br | BMJ OPEN | | 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-029895 | 9 | E029895 | EXCLUDE | high | Study focuses on osteoporosis in postmenopausal women with low bone mass, not osteoarthritis. Population does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 31516729 | Bartholdy C | 2019 | Effectiveness Of Text Messages For Decreasing Inactive Behaviour In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Randomised Controlled Study. | Bartholdy C;Bliddal H;Henriksen M | PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES | knee | 10.1186/s40814-019-0494-6 | 5 | 112 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares motivational text messages versus no text messages for physical activity behavior in knee OA patients. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs. |
| 31521136 | Nelligan Rk | 2019 | Effect Of A Short Message Service (Sms) Intervention On Adherence To A Physiotherapist-Prescribed Home Exercise Program For People With Knee Osteoarthritis And Obesity: Protocol For The Adhere Randomised Controlled Trial. | Nelligan Rk;Hinman Rs;Kasza J;Schwartz S;Kimp A;Atkins L;Bennell Kl | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-019-2801-z | 20 | 428 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol paper without results. While it describes comparing SMS intervention versus no SMS for adherence to unsupervised home exercise in knee OA patients, it does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 31640992 | Adams J | 2019 | The Osteoarthritis Thumb Therapy (Otter) Ii Trial: A Study Protocol For A Three-Arm Multi-Centre Randomised Placebo Controlled Trial Of The Clinical Effectiveness And Efficacy And Cost-Effectiveness Of Splints For Symptomatic Thumb Base Osteoarthritis. | Adams J;Barratt P;Arden Nk;Barbosa Bouças S;Bradley S;Doherty M;Dutton S;Dziedzic K;Gooberman-Hill R;Hislop Lennie K;Hutt Greenyer C;Jansen V;Luengo-Fernandez R;Meagher C;White P;Williams M | BMJ OPEN | | 10.1136/bmjopen-2018-028342 | 9 | E028342 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing different types of splint interventions plus self-management for thumb base osteoarthritis, not comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. The intervention focuses on splinting, not exercise supervision levels. |
| 31656173 | Bandak E | 2019 | Exercise-Induced Pain Changes Associate With Changes In Muscle Perfusion In Knee Osteoarthritis: Exploratory Outcome Analyses Of A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Bandak E;Boesen M;Bliddal H;Riis Rgc;Nielsen Sm;Klokker L;Bartholdy C;Nybing Jd;Henriksen M | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-019-2858-8 | 20 | 491 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT comparing 12 weeks of supervised exercise therapy 3 times per week versus a no attention control group in patients with knee osteoarthritis. The supervised exercise intervention meets inclusion criteria as it compares supervised exercise to a control condition. |
| 31662360 | Willett Mj | 2019 | Barriers And Facilitators To Recommended Physical Activity In Lower-Limb Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Qualitative Study Exploring Patients And Physiotherapist Perspectives Using The Theoretical Domains Framework And Behaviour Change Taxonomy. | Willett Mj;Greig C;Rogers D;Fenton S;Duda J;Rushton A | BMJ OPEN | | 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-029199 | 9 | E029199 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study protocol with no randomized comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. It explores barriers and facilitators to physical activity adherence through interviews and focus groups only. |
| 31662373 | Gohir Sa | 2019 | Evaluating The Efficacy Of Internet-Based Exercise Programme Aimed At Treating Knee Osteoarthritis (Ibeat-Oa) In The Community: A Study Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Gohir Sa;Greenhaff P;Abhishek A;Valdes Am | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-030564 | 9 | E030564 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT protocol compares a web-based exercise programme (unsupervised/self-directed) to standard GP community care for knee OA. While the control is described as 'routine care,' this likely represents a comparison of digital/unsupervised exercise versus usual care which may include supervised approaches, making it potentially relevant. |
| 31684921 | Safran-Norton Ce | 2019 | A Consensus-Based Process Identifying Physical Therapy And Exercise Treatments For Patients With Degenerative Meniscal Tears And Knee Oa: The Tempo Physical Therapy Interventions And Home Exercise Program. | Safran-Norton Ce;Sullivan Jk;Irrgang Jj;Kerman Hm;Bennell Kl;Calabrese G;Dechaves L;Deluca B;Gil Ab;Kale M;Luc-Harkey B;Selzer F;Sople D;Tonsoline P;Losina E;Katz Jn | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | menisc; knee | 10.1186/s12891-019-2872-x | 20 | 514 | INCLUDE | high | This describes the TeMPO trial protocol comparing in-clinic supervised physical therapy intervention versus a standardized home exercise program without PT supervision for patients with meniscal tear and concomitant knee OA. This clearly compares supervised versus unsupervised exercise delivery. |
| 31728371 | Madara K | 2019 | The Effect Of Extension Assist Orthosis With Pneumatic Bladders On Pain And Function For Patients With Early Knee Osteoarthritis. | Madara K;Aljehani M;Pozzi F;Colonna E;Zeni Ja | ANNALS OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.21037/atm.2019.04.85 | 7 | S247 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates an extension assist knee brace combined with a stretching protocol versus no brace with stretching. This is not a comparison of supervised versus unsupervised exercise, but rather an orthotic device evaluation. |
| 31750095 | Hatefi M | 2019 | Effect Of Self-Management Program On Pain And Disability Index In Elderly Men With Osteoarthritis. | Hatefi M;Parvizi R;Borji M;Tarjoman A | ANESTHESIOLOGY AND PAIN MEDICINE | | 10.5812/aapm.92672 | 9 | E92672 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares a self-management education program versus control, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. The intervention is primarily educational rather than an exercise comparison differing in supervision level. |
| 31918528 | Kim Jh | 2019 | Functional Outcomes After Critical Pathway For Inpatient Rehabilitation Of Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Kim Jh;Kim Br;Kim Sr;Han Ey;Nam Kw;Lee Sy;Kim Wb | ANNALS OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | 10.5535/arm.2019.43.6.650 | 43 | 650-661 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm observational study examining functional outcomes after inpatient rehabilitation following total knee arthroplasty using a critical pathway. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing different supervision levels. |
| 32743350 | Crandall Kj | 2019 | Assessing The Impact Of A Game-Centered Mobile App On Community-Dwelling Older Adults' Health Activation. | Crandall Kj;Shake M;Ziegler U | OBM INTEGRATIVE AND COMPLIMENTARY MEDICINE | | 10.21926/obm.icm.1903041 | 4 | | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares health education only vs. health education plus exercise using a mobile app in older adults. It does not focus on osteoarthritis patients and does not compare supervision levels. |
| 36817986 | Kholvadia A | 2019 | Exploring The Efficacy Of Low-Level Laser Therapy And Exercise For Knee Osteoarthritis. | Kholvadia A;Constantinou D;Gradidge Pj | SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE | knee | 10.17159/2078-516X/2019/v31i1a6058 | 31 | V31I1A6058 | EXCLUDE | high | While this is an RCT in knee OA patients, it compares exercise vs. LLLT vs. combined exercise-LLLT, not different levels of supervision. All groups appear to receive the same supervised treatment delivery. |
| 28338406 | Paxton Rj | 2018 | A Feasibility Study For Improved Physical Activity After Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Paxton Rj;Forster Je;Miller Mj;Gerron Kl;Stevens-Lapsley Je;Christiansen Cl | JOURNAL OF AGING AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY | knee | 10.1123/japa.2016-0268 | 26 | 7-13 | EXCLUDE | high | Study is in patients after total knee arthroplasty, not osteoarthritis patients. The intervention compares physical activity feedback versus attention control education, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 28575544 | Nicolson Pja | 2018 | Improving Adherence To Exercise: Do People With Knee Osteoarthritis And Physical Therapists Agree On The Behavioral Approaches Likely To Succeed? | Nicolson Pja;Hinman Rs;French Sd;Lonsdale C;Bennell Kl | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.23297 | 70 | 388-397 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a survey study, not a randomized controlled trial. It describes perceptions of behavior change techniques among patients and physical therapists but does not test an intervention. |
| 28686802 | Lawford Bj | 2018 | Training Physical Therapists In Person-Centered Practice For People With Osteoarthritis: A Qualitative Case Study. | Lawford Bj;Delany C;Bennell Kl;Bills C;Gale J;Hinman Rs | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | | 10.1002/acr.23314 | 70 | 558-570 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative case study exploring physical therapists' experiences with training in person-centered practice, not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. It does not meet the study design requirement. |
| 28694995 | Kemp J | 2018 | A Pilot Randomised Clinical Trial Of Physiotherapy (Manual Therapy, Exercise, And Education) For Early-Onset Hip Osteoarthritis Post-Hip Arthroscopy. | Kemp J;Moore K;Fransen M;Russell T;Freke M;Crossley Km | PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES | hip | 10.1186/s40814-017-0157-4 | 4 | 16 | INCLUDE | low | This pilot RCT compares physiotherapy (manual therapy, exercise, education) to a health-education control group in patients post-hip arthroscopy with early-onset hip OA. While not explicitly comparing supervision levels, the physiotherapy intervention likely involves supervised exercise versus minimal supervision in the control group, making supervision a potential differentiating factor. |
| 28714343 | Marconcin P | 2018 | | Marconcin P;Espanha M;Teles J;Bento P;Campos P;André R;Yázigi F | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | NA | 10.1177/0269215517718892 | 32 | 223-232 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares a combined self-management and exercise intervention to an educational control group, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. The comparison is between different intervention types rather than different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 28757341 | Gay C | 2018 | Motivators For And Barriers To Physical Activity In People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Qualitative Study. | Gay C;Eschalier B;Levyckyj C;Bonnin A;Coudeyre E | JOINT BONE SPINE | knee | 10.1016/j.jbspin.2017.07.007 | 85 | 481-486 | EXCLUDE | high | Qualitative study exploring motivators and barriers to physical activity in knee OA patients. This is not an RCT and does not compare interventions with different supervision levels. |
| 28771070 | Azma K | 2018 | Efficacy Of Tele-Rehabilitation Compared With Office-Based Physical Therapy In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Azma K;Rezasoltani Z;Rezaeimoghaddam F;Dadarkhah A;Mohsenolhosseini S | JOURNAL OF TELEMEDICINE AND TELECARE | knee | 10.1177/1357633X17723368 | 24 | 560-565 | INCLUDE | high | RCT directly comparing tele-rehabilitation (home-based with remote guidance) versus office-based physical therapy (supervised) in knee OA patients. This clearly compares different levels of direct supervision: remote/digital versus in-person supervised care. |
| 28776408 | Alfredo Pp | 2018 | Long-Term Results Of A Randomized, Controlled, Double-Blind Study Of Low-Level Laser Therapy Before Exercises In Knee Osteoarthritis: Laser And Exercises In Knee Osteoarthritis. | Alfredo Pp;Bjordal Jm;Junior Ws;Lopes-Martins Ráb;Stausholm Mb;Casarotto Ra;Marques Ap;Joensen J | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/0269215517723162 | 32 | 173-178 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a follow-up study reporting long-term results from a previously published RCT. Both groups received the same supervised strengthening exercise program; the only difference was active versus placebo laser therapy, not supervision level. |
| 28783969 | Lisi C | 2018 | Treatment Of Knee Osteoarthritis: Platelet-Derived Growth Factors Vs. Hyaluronic Acid. A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Lisi C;Perotti C;Scudeller L;Sammarchi L;Dametti F;Musella V;Di Natali G | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/0269215517724193 | 32 | 330-339 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares intra-articular injections (platelet-rich plasma vs hyaluronic acid) for knee osteoarthritis, not exercise interventions. No exercise supervision comparison is involved. |
| 28827207 | Mat S | 2018 | Effect Of Modified Otago Exercises On Postural Balance, Fear Of Falling, And Fall Risk In Older Fallers With Knee Osteoarthritis And Impaired Gait And Balance: A Secondary Analysis. | Mat S;Ng Ct;Tan Pj;Ramli N;Fadzli F;Rozalli Fi;Mazlan M;Hill Kd;Tan Mp | PM & R : THE JOURNAL OF INJURY, FUNCTION, AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.pmrj.2017.08.405 | 10 | 254-262 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares a home-based modified Otago Exercise Program versus general health advice and conventional treatment (not an exercise comparison). It does not compare different supervision levels of exercise programs. |
| 28844333 | Mølgaard Cm | 2018 | Foot Exercises And Foot Orthoses Are More Effective Than Knee Focused Exercises In Individuals With Patellofemoral Pain. | Mølgaard Cm;Rathleff Ms;Andreasen J;Christensen M;Lundbye-Christensen S;Simonsen O;Kaalund S | JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND MEDICINE IN SPORT | foot; knee | 10.1016/j.jsams.2017.05.019 | 21 | 10-15 | EXCLUDE | high | This study focuses on patellofemoral pain (not osteoarthritis) and compares different exercise targets (knee vs knee+foot) rather than supervision levels. Both groups appear to have similar supervision structure (prescribed consultations plus home-based exercises). |
| 28901118 | Husby Vs | 2018 | Randomized Controlled Trial Of Maximal Strength Training Vs. Standard Rehabilitation Following Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Husby Vs;Foss Oa;Husby Os;Winther Sb | EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | 10.23736/S1973-9087.17.04712-8 | 54 | 371-379 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares maximal strength training (supervised 3x/week plus physiotherapy 1x/week) versus standard rehabilitation (physiotherapy/telephone 1x/week plus home exercise logs) following TKA for OA. This represents higher versus lower supervision intensity. |
| 28956169 | Hanzel A | 2018 | Clinical Improvement Of Patients With Osteoarthritis Using Thermal Mineral Water At Szigetvár Spa-Results Of A Randomised Double-Blind Controlled Study. | Hanzel A;Horvát K;Molics B;Berényi K;Németh B;Szendi K;Varga C | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOMETEOROLOGY | | 10.1007/s00484-017-1446-6 | 62 | 253-259 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares balneotherapy (underwater jet massage) in mineral water versus tap water, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. No exercise intervention is described. |
| 28971551 | Bieler T | 2018 | Exercise Induced Effects On Muscle Function And Range Of Motion In Patients With Hip Osteoarthritis. | Bieler T;Siersma V;Magnusson Sp;Kjaer M;Beyer N | PHYSIOTHERAPY RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL : THE JOURNAL FOR RESEARCHERS AND CLINICIANS IN PHYSICAL THERAPY | hip | 10.1002/pri.1697 | 23 | | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing physiotherapist-supervised strength training, physiotherapist-supervised Nordic Walking, and unsupervised home-based exercise in patients with hip osteoarthritis. This directly compares supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 29037845 | Dziedzic Ks | 2018 | Implementing Core Nice Guidelines For Osteoarthritis In Primary Care With A Model Consultation (Mosaics): A Cluster Randomised Controlled Trial. | Dziedzic Ks;Healey El;Porcheret M;Afolabi Ek;Lewis M;Morden A;Jinks C;Mchugh Ga;Ryan S;Finney A;Main C;Edwards Jj;Paskins Z;Pushpa-Rajah A;Hay Em | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | | 10.1016/j.joca.2017.09.010 | 26 | 43-53 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares a model osteoarthritis consultation versus usual care in primary care settings. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 29088437 | Keogh A | 2018 | Feasibility Of Training Physical Therapists To Deliver The Theory-Based Self-Management Of Osteoarthritis And Low Back Pain Through Activity And Skills (Solas) Intervention Within A Trial. | Keogh A;Matthews J;Segurado R;Hurley Da | PHYSICAL THERAPY | | 10.1093/ptj/pzx105 | 98 | 95-107 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a training program evaluation study, not a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. It assesses how physical therapists were trained to deliver an intervention, not patient outcomes comparing supervision levels. |
| 29096934 | Gilbert Al | 2018 | A Randomized Trial Of A Motivational Interviewing Intervention To Increase Lifestyle Physical Activity And Improve Self-Reported Function In Adults With Arthritis. | Gilbert Al;Lee J;Ehrlich-Jones L;Semanik Pa;Song J;Pellegrini Ca;Pinto Pt D;Dunlop Dd;Chang Rw | SEMINARS IN ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | | 10.1016/j.semarthrit.2017.10.003 | 47 | 732-740 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing motivational interviewing-based lifestyle physical activity intervention to brief physician recommendation in adults with knee OA and RA. This appears to compare a more intensively supported/supervised physical activity program versus minimal instruction, which may represent different supervision levels. |
| 29107059 | Holsgaard-Larsen A | 2018 | One Year Effectiveness Of Neuromuscular Exercise Compared With Instruction In Analgesic Use On Knee Function In Patients With Early Knee Osteoarthritis: The Exerpharma Randomized Trial. | Holsgaard-Larsen A;Christensen R;Clausen B;Søndergaard J;Andriacchi Tp;Roos Em | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2017.10.015 | 26 | 28-33 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing supervised neuromuscular exercise (NEMEX) with pharmacological instruction in patients with knee osteoarthritis. The NEMEX group received supervised exercise sessions while PHARMA group received medication instructions, representing a comparison between supervised exercise and non-exercise control. |
| 29236934 | Gomiero Ab | 2018 | Sensory-Motor Training Versus Resistance Training Among Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Randomized Single-Blind Controlled Trial. | Gomiero Ab;Kayo A;Abraão M;Peccin Ms;Grande Aj;Trevisani Vf | SAO PAULO MEDICAL JOURNAL = REVISTA PAULISTA DE MEDICINA | knee | 10.1590/1516-3180.2017.0174100917 | 136 | 44-50 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing sensory-motor training versus resistance training in knee OA patients. Both interventions appear to be supervised with no mention of differences in supervision level between groups. |
| 29266093 | Ferraz Rb | 2018 | Benefits Of Resistance Training With Blood Flow Restriction In Knee Osteoarthritis. | Ferraz Rb;Gualano B;Rodrigues R;Kurimori Co;Fuller R;Lima Fr;De Sá-Pinto Al;Roschel H | MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE | knee | 10.1249/MSS.0000000000001530 | 50 | 897-905 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing different types and intensities of resistance training (with/without blood flow restriction) in knee OA patients. All groups received supervised 12-week training programs with no variation in supervision level between arms. |
| 29307256 | Zhou Z | 2018 | Patients' Views Toward Knee Osteoarthritis Exercise Therapy And Factors Influencing Adherence - A Survey In China. | Zhou Z;Hou Y;Lin J;Wang K;Liu Q | THE PHYSICIAN AND SPORTSMEDICINE | knee | 10.1080/00913847.2018.1425595 | 46 | 221-227 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a survey-based observational study examining attitudes and beliefs about exercise therapy for knee OA, not an RCT. No intervention comparison is conducted. |
| 29307722 | Allen Kd | 2018 | Physical Therapy Vs Internet-Based Exercise Training For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Results Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Allen Kd;Arbeeva L;Callahan Lf;Golightly Ym;Goode Ap;Heiderscheit Bc;Huffman Km;Severson Hh;Schwartz Ta | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2017.12.008 | 26 | 383-396 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing physical therapy (supervised, in-person visits) versus internet-based exercise training (unsupervised, self-directed with online guidance) in knee OA patients. Clear difference in supervision level between intervention arms. |
| 29308949 | Kaya Mutlu E | 2018 | A Comparison Of Two Manual Physical Therapy Approaches And Electrotherapy Modalities For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Three Arm Clinical Trial. | Kaya Mutlu E;Ercin E;Razak Ozdincler A;Ones N | PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE | knee | 10.1080/09593985.2018.1423591 | 34 | 600-612 | EXCLUDE | high | Study compares different manual therapy techniques (MWM vs PJM vs electrotherapy) with all groups receiving supervised treatment. Does not compare supervised vs non-supervised exercise. |
| 29326092 | Danbjørg Db | 2018 | Usage Of An Exercise App In The Care For People With Osteoarthritis: User-Driven Exploratory Study. | Danbjørg Db;Villadsen A;Gill E;Rothmann Mj;Clemensen J | JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH | | 10.2196/mhealth.7734 | 6 | E11 | EXCLUDE | high | Qualitative user-driven exploratory study using focus groups and workshops to develop an exercise app for OA patients. Not a randomized controlled trial. |
| 29347947 | Husted Rs | 2018 | Efficacy Of Pre-Operative Quadriceps Strength Training On Knee-Extensor Strength Before And Shortly Following Total Knee Arthroplasty: Protocol For A Randomized, Dose-Response Trial (The Quadx-1 Trial). | Husted Rs;Troelsen A;Thorborg K;Rathleff Ms;Husted H;Bandholm T | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-017-2366-9 | 19 | 47 | EXCLUDE | high | Study compares three different dosages of the same home-based unsupervised exercise program (2 vs 4 vs 6 sessions/week). Does not compare supervised vs non-supervised exercise. |
| 29360592 | Nicolson Pja | 2018 | Trajectories Of Adherence To Home-Based Exercise Programs Among People With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Nicolson Pja;Hinman Rs;Kasza J;Bennell Kl | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2018.01.009 | 26 | 513-521 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a pooled analysis of adherence trajectories, not a primary RCT comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise. It analyzes patterns of adherence rather than comparing intervention types. |
| 29373984 | Bregenhof B | 2018 | The Effect Of Targeted Exercise On Knee-Muscle Function In Patients With Persistent Hamstring Deficiency Following Acl Reconstruction - Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Bregenhof B;Jørgensen U;Aagaard P;Nissen N;Creaby Mw;Thorlund Jb;Jensen C;Torfing T;Holsgaard-Larsen A | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-018-2448-3 | 19 | 75 | EXCLUDE | high | Study involves ACL reconstruction patients with hamstring deficiency, not osteoarthritis. Population does not meet inclusion criteria for OA systematic review. |
| 29391277 | Lee Ac | 2018 | Pain And Functional Trajectories In Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis Over Up To 12 Weeks Of Exercise Exposure. | Lee Ac;Harvey Wf;Han X;Price Ll;Driban Jb;Bannuru Rr;Wang C | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2018.01.016 | 26 | 501-512 | INCLUDE | moderate | Secondary analysis of an RCT (NCT01258985) comparing Tai Chi and physical therapy exercise in knee OA. Same study as PMID 29407226, examining trajectories—likely involves supervision differences. |
| 29407226 | Lee Ac | 2018 | Dose-Response Effects Of Tai Chi And Physical Therapy Exercise Interventions In Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis. | Lee Ac;Harvey Wf;Price Ll;Han X;Driban Jb;Iversen Md;Desai Sa;Knopp He;Wang C | PM & R : THE JOURNAL OF INJURY, FUNCTION, AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.pmrj.2018.01.003 | 10 | 712-723 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing 12-week Tai Chi versus physical therapy exercise programs in knee OA. While supervision differences are not explicitly stated, these likely represent different delivery/supervision models warranting inclusion for full-text review. |
| 29444664 | Guitard P | 2018 | The Knitting Community-Based Trial For Older Women With Osteoarthritis Of The Hands: Design And Rationale Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Guitard P;Brosseau L;Wells Ga;Paquet N;Paterson G;Toupin-April K;Cavallo S;Aydin Sz;Léonard G;De Angelis G | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.1186/s12891-018-1965-2 | 19 | 56 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT protocol comparing knitting program (bi-weekly supervised plus home sessions) versus educational pamphlet control in hand OA. Does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise—control group receives no exercise. |
| 29493347 | Winther Sb | 2018 | A Randomized Controlled Trial On Maximal Strength Training In 60 Patients Undergoing Total Hip Arthroplasty. | Winther Sb;Foss Oa;Husby Os;Wik Ts;Klaksvik J;Husby Vs | ACTA ORTHOPAEDICA | hip | 10.1080/17453674.2018.1441362 | 89 | 295-301 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing supervised maximal strength training (MST at a physiotherapy institute 3x/week) versus conventional physiotherapy in THA patients. Clearly differs in supervision level between supervised MST and therapist-designed CP programs. |
| 29540410 | Sit Rws | 2018 | Clinical Effectiveness Of Patella Mobilisation Therapy Versus A Waiting List Control For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Protocol For A Pragmatic Randomised Clinical Trial. | Sit Rws;Chan Kkw;Yip Bhk;Zhang Dd;Reeves Kd;Chan Yh;Chung Vch;Wong Sys | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2017-019103 | 8 | E019103 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing clinic-based patella mobilization therapy versus a waiting list control for knee osteoarthritis. It does not compare different levels of supervision for exercise interventions. |
| 29555497 | Fillingham Ya | 2018 | Formal Physical Therapy May Not Be Necessary After Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Fillingham Ya;Darrith B;Lonner Jh;Culvern C;Crizer M;Della Valle Cj | THE JOURNAL OF ARTHROPLASTY | knee | 10.1016/j.arth.2018.02.049 | 33 | S93-S99.E3 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing formal outpatient physical therapy (supervised) versus unsupervised home exercise program after unicompartmental knee arthroplasty for osteoarthritis. It directly compares supervised versus unsupervised exercise delivery, meeting all inclusion criteria. |
| 29559424 | Van Kasteren Y | 2018 | Total Knee Replacement And The Effect Of Technology On Cocreation For Improved Outcomes And Delivery: Qualitative Multi-Stakeholder Study. | Van Kasteren Y;Freyne J;Hussain Ms | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | knee | 10.2196/jmir.7541 | 20 | E95 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative multi-stakeholder study exploring how digital technology can support total knee replacement care delivery. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing supervised versus unsupervised exercise interventions. |
| 29572130 | Lawford Bj | 2018 | "I Was Really Sceptical...But It Worked Really Well": A Qualitative Study Of Patient Perceptions Of Telephone-Delivered Exercise Therapy By Physiotherapists For People With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Lawford Bj;Delany C;Bennell Kl;Hinman Rs | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2018.02.909 | 26 | 741-750 | INCLUDE | high | This qualitative study is embedded within an RCT comparing telephone-delivered exercise therapy (remote/unsupervised) versus face-to-face exercise therapy (supervised) by physiotherapists for people with knee osteoarthritis. This clearly meets inclusion criteria as it compares different supervision levels of exercise delivery. |
| 29574018 | Storey R | 2018 | Does Orthopaedic Training Compromise The Outcome In Knee Joint Arthroplasty? | Storey R;Frampton C;Kieser D;Ailabouni R;Hooper G | JOURNAL OF SURGICAL EDUCATION | knee | 10.1016/j.jsurg.2018.02.011 | 75 | 1292-1298 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares outcomes of knee arthroplasty surgery performed by attending surgeons versus resident surgeons with different supervision levels. It is not comparing supervised versus unsupervised exercise interventions for people with osteoarthritis. |
| 29589050 | Hardt S | 2018 | Improved Early Outcome After Tka Through An App-Based Active Muscle Training Programme-A Randomized-Controlled Trial. | Hardt S;Schulz Mrg;Pfitzner T;Wassilew G;Horstmann H;Liodakis E;Weber-Spickschen Ts | KNEE SURGERY, SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY, ARTHROSCOPY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ESSKA | | 10.1007/s00167-018-4918-2 | 26 | 3429-3437 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT in TKA patients comparing app-based feedback-controlled active muscle training program versus standard postoperative protocol. Represents comparison of digitally-guided (minimally supervised) versus standard care, fitting the remote/digital supervision criterion. |
| 29594754 | Jaczewska-Bogacka J | 2018 | Improvement In Gait Pattern After Knee Arthroplasty Followed By Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Physiotherapy. | Jaczewska-Bogacka J;Stolarczyk A | ADVANCES IN EXPERIMENTAL MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY | knee | 10.1007/5584_2018_187 | 1096 | 1-9 | INCLUDE | high | RCT in knee OA patients post-arthroplasty comparing 3-week therapist-assisted PNF rehabilitation (supervised, 10 sessions of 75 min each) versus home-based physiotherapy with instructions only. Clear comparison of supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 29603823 | Lin Yh | 2018 | Effects Of Nurse-Led Lower Extremity Strength Training On Knee Function Recovery In Patients Who Underwent Total Knee Replacement. | Lin Yh;Lee Sy;Su Wr;Kao Cc;Tai Tw;Chen Tb | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING | knee | 10.1111/jocn.14368 | 27 | 1836-1845 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing nurse-led supervised lower extremity strength training (initiated pre-surgery and continued) versus usual care in knee OA patients undergoing total knee replacement. The training group received supervised instruction before transitioning to home-based continuation, representing a supervision level comparison. |
| 29608733 | Christiansen Mb | 2018 | A Physical Therapist-Administered Physical Activity Intervention After Total Knee Replacement: Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Christiansen Mb;Thoma Lm;Master H;Schmitt La;Pohlig R;White Dk | PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.1093/ptj/pzy037 | 98 | 578-584 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol paper without results. Additionally, the intervention compares physical activity counseling plus standardized PT versus standardized PT alone after total knee replacement, not OA population or supervision level comparison. |
| 29630570 | Schulz M | 2018 | Randomized, Prospective, Monocentric Study To Compare The Outcome Of Continuous Passive Motion And Controlled Active Motion After Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Schulz M;Krohne B;Röder W;Sander K | TECHNOLOGY AND HEALTH CARE : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE EUROPEAN SOCIETY FOR ENGINEERING AND MEDICINE | knee | 10.3233/THC-170850 | 26 | 499-506 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares continuous passive motion (CPM) versus controlled active motion (CAM) using devices, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. Both groups received identical physiotherapy supervision. |
| 29664955 | Kuntz Ab | 2018 | Efficacy Of A Biomechanically-Based Yoga Exercise Program In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Kuntz Ab;Chopp-Hurley Jn;Brenneman Ec;Karampatos S;Wiebenga Eg;Adachi Jd;Noseworthy Md;Maly Mr | PLOS ONE | knee | 10.1371/journal.pone.0195653 | 13 | E0195653 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares supervised biomechanically-based yoga exercise to supervised traditional exercise and a no-exercise control in women with knee OA. While both exercise arms are supervised, supervision level appears similar across arms, and the study may contain relevant data on supervised exercise effectiveness in OA. |
| 29678137 | Wang V | 2018 | Supporting Teams To Optimize Function And Independence In Veterans: A Multi-Study Program And Mixed Methods Protocol. | Wang V;Allen K;Van Houtven Ch;Coffman C;Sperber N;Mahanna Ep;Colón-Emeric C;Hoenig H;Jackson Gl;Damush Tm;Price E;Hastings Sn | IMPLEMENTATION SCIENCE : IS | | 10.1186/s13012-018-0748-3 | 13 | 58 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for multiple studies evaluating team-based implementation strategies. While one component involves group physical therapy for knee OA, the primary comparison is the CONNECT implementation intervention versus standard implementation, not supervision levels of exercise. |
| 29686884 | Rathleff Ms | 2018 | Exercise Therapy, Patient Education, And Patellar Taping In The Treatment Of Adolescents With Patellofemoral Pain: A Prospective Pilot Study With 6Â Months Follow-Up. | Rathleff Ms;Rathleff Cr;Holden S;Thorborg K;Olesen Jl | PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES | | 10.1186/s40814-017-0227-7 | 4 | 73 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm pilot study testing a multimodal intervention combining supervised and home-based exercises in adolescents with patellofemoral pain. There is no randomized comparison between different supervision levels, and the population is not osteoarthritis. |
| 29695370 | Mecklenburg G | 2018 | Effects Of A 12-Week Digital Care Program For Chronic Knee Pain On Pain, Mobility, And Surgery Risk: Randomized Controlled Trial. | Mecklenburg G;Smittenaar P;Erhart-Hledik Jc;Perez Da;Hunter S | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | knee | 10.2196/jmir.9667 | 20 | E156 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares a digital care program (remotely delivered, home-based) to an education control group. There is no comparison between supervised and non-supervised exercise arms; both groups are essentially unsupervised with treatment-as-usual access. |
| 29712564 | Hunter Dj | 2018 | Effectiveness Of A New Model Of Primary Care Management On Knee Pain And Function In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For The Partner Study. | Hunter Dj;Hinman Rs;Bowden Jl;Egerton T;Briggs Am;Bunker Sj;Kasza J;Forbes Ab;French Sd;Pirotta M;Schofield Dj;Zwar Na;Bennell Kl | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-018-2048-0 | 19 | 132 | INCLUDE | moderate | This protocol describes a cluster RCT comparing a new multidisciplinary model with Care Support Team providing tailored support versus usual GP care in knee OA patients. The intervention includes exercise components with different levels of supervision/support between arms, warranting inclusion per sensitivity rules. |
| 29712630 | Li Lc | 2018 | Efficacy Of A Community-Based Technology-Enabled Physical Activity Counseling Program For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: Proof-Of-Concept Study. | Li Lc;Sayre Ec;Xie H;Falck Rs;Best Jr;Liu-Ambrose T;Grewal N;Hoens Am;Noonan G;Feehan Lm | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | knee | 10.2196/jmir.8514 | 20 | E159 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares a brief education session plus technology-enabled remote counseling (minimally supervised) versus delayed intervention in people with knee OA. The intervention represents a lower supervision model compared to traditional supervised programs, fitting the inclusion criteria for comparing supervision levels. |
| 29723634 | Skou St | 2018 | Total Knee Replacement And Non-Surgical Treatment Of Knee Osteoarthritis: 2-Year Outcome From Two Parallel Randomized Controlled Trials. | Skou St;Roos Em;Laursen Mb;Rathleff Ms;Arendt-Nielsen L;Rasmussen S;Simonsen O | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2018.04.014 | 26 | 1170-1180 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares total knee replacement surgery followed by non-surgical treatment versus non-surgical treatment alone versus written advice. The primary comparison is surgical versus non-surgical intervention, not differing levels of exercise supervision. |
| 29725705 | Dalichau S | 2018 | [Knee School As A Secondary Preventive Approach : The Sustainable Treatment Of Occupational Gonarthrosis]. | Dalichau S;Giemsa M;Solbach T;Büschke M;Engel D;Möller T;Wahl-Wachendorf A | DER ORTHOPADE | knee | 10.1007/s00132-018-3574-z | 47 | 553-560 | INCLUDE | moderate | This study compares different levels of supervision in aftercare following initial supervised rehabilitation: supervised training in fitness centers versus individual home programs versus no training. Though details about randomization are unclear in the abstract, we include per sensitivity rules when randomization is ambiguous. |
| 29730615 | Torstensen Ta | 2018 | How Does Exercise Dose Affect Patients With Long-Term Osteoarthritis Of The Knee? A Study Protocol Of A Randomised Controlled Trial In Sweden And Norway: The Swenor Study. | Torstensen Ta;Grooten Wja;Østerås H;Heijne A;Harms-Ringdahl K;Äng Bo | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2017-018471 | 8 | E018471 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a study comparing high-dose versus low-dose supervised exercise, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. Both arms receive the same supervision level (3 supervised sessions per week for 12 weeks), differing only in exercise duration and intensity. |
| 29735473 | Uesugi Y | 2018 | Exercise Therapy Interventions In Patients With Hip Osteoarthritis: Comparison Of The Effects Of Dvd And Website-Based Interventions. | Uesugi Y;Koyanagi J;Takagi K;Yamaguchi R;Hayashi S;Nishii T | JMIR REHABILITATION AND ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES | hip | 10.2196/rehab.8251 | 5 | E10 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares DVD-based versus website-based home exercise delivery in hip OA patients. Both interventions are unsupervised/self-directed with similar supervision levels; the comparison is delivery medium, not supervision intensity. |
| 29743149 | Lawford Bj | 2018 | Moderators Of Effects Of Internet-Delivered Exercise And Pain Coping Skills Training For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: Exploratory Analysis Of The Impact Randomized Controlled Trial. | Lawford Bj;Hinman Rs;Kasza J;Nelligan R;Keefe F;Rini C;Bennell Kl | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | knee | 10.2196/10021 | 20 | E10021 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a study of massage therapy (continuous compression stimulation) versus sham massage, not an exercise intervention. Does not meet the inclusion criteria for comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise. |
| 29751849 | Tanaka R | 2018 | Effect Of Continuous Compression Stimulation On Pressure-Pain Threshold And Muscle Spasms In Older Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Trial. | Tanaka R;Umehara T;Kawabata Y;Sakuda T | JOURNAL OF MANIPULATIVE AND PHYSIOLOGICAL THERAPEUTICS | knee | 10.1016/j.jmpt.2017.09.011 | 41 | 315-322 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates massage therapy (continuous compression stimulation) versus sham massage in older adults with knee OA. It does not involve an exercise intervention comparing different levels of supervision. |
| 29761054 | Keogh Jw | 2018 | Is High-Intensity Interval Cycling Feasible And More Beneficial Than Continuous Cycling For Knee Osteoarthritic Patients? Results Of A Randomised Control Feasibility Trial. | Keogh Jw;Grigg J;Vertullo Cj | PEERJ | knee | 10.7717/peerj.4738 | 6 | E4738 | EXCLUDE | high | Both groups (HIIT and MICT) received unsupervised home-based cycling with equal supervision levels. The comparison is between exercise intensity/type, not supervision level. |
| 29764409 | Xie Y | 2018 | Quadriceps Combined With Hip Abductor Strengthening Versus Quadriceps Strengthening In Treating Knee Osteoarthritis: A Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Xie Y;Zhang C;Jiang W;Huang J;Xu L;Pang G;Tang H;Chen R;Yu J;Guo S;Xu F;Wang J | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip; knee | 10.1186/s12891-018-2041-7 | 19 | 147 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol without results, and the study compares two different exercise content programs (quadriceps alone vs quadriceps plus hip abductor), not different levels of supervision. Both groups perform home-based exercises with the same supervision level. |
| 29788253 | Kloek Cjj | 2018 | Effectiveness Of A Blended Physical Therapist Intervention In People With Hip Osteoarthritis, Knee Osteoarthritis, Or Both: A Cluster-Randomized Controlled Trial. | Kloek Cjj;Bossen D;Spreeuwenberg Pm;Dekker J;De Bakker Dh;Veenhof C | PHYSICAL THERAPY | hip; knee | 10.1093/ptj/pzy045 | 98 | 560-570 | INCLUDE | high | This cluster-RCT compares a blended intervention (5 face-to-face physical therapy sessions integrated with online application) versus usual physical therapy (12 sessions) in people with hip/knee OA. This represents a comparison of different supervision intensities/frequencies. |
| 29791699 | Kolisek Fr | 2018 | A Comparative Effectiveness Study For Non-Operative Treatment Methods For Knee Osteoarthritis. | Kolisek Fr;Jaggard C;Khlopas A;Sultan Aa;Sodhi N;Mont Ma | SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY INTERNATIONAL | knee | | 32 | 325-330 | EXCLUDE | high | This comparative effectiveness study compares home exercise programs versus bracing or both for knee OA. It does not compare different levels of supervision for exercise delivery. |
| 29794609 | Bennell Kl | 2018 | Effects Of Internet-Based Pain Coping Skills Training Before Home Exercise For Individuals With Hip Osteoarthritis (Hope Trial): A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Bennell Kl;Nelligan Rk;Rini C;Keefe Fj;Kasza J;French S;Forbes A;Dobson F;Abbott Jh;Dalwood A;Harris A;Vicenzino B;Hodges Pw;Hinman Rs | PAIN | hip | 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000001281 | 159 | 1833-1842 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares internet-based pain coping skills training plus home exercise versus home exercise alone in people with hip OA. Both groups received the same home exercise program with physiotherapist visits, meeting the criteria for comparing exercise interventions with different supervision/support components. |
| 29888520 | Keogh A | 2018 | An Assessment Of Physiotherapist's Delivery Of Behaviour Change Techniques Within The Solas Feasibility Trial. | Keogh A;Matthews J;Hurley Da | BRITISH JOURNAL OF HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY | | 10.1111/bjhp.12323 | 23 | 908-932 | EXCLUDE | high | This study examines physiotherapists' fidelity to delivering behavior change techniques within a group-based self-management intervention for OA and low back pain. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs. |
| 29895515 | Saunders R | 2018 | An Ehealth Program For Patients Undergoing A Total Hip Arthroplasty: Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Saunders R;Seaman K;Ashford C;Sullivan T;Mcdowall J;Whitehead L;Ewens B;Pedler K;Gullick K | JMIR RESEARCH PROTOCOLS | hip | 10.2196/resprot.9654 | 7 | E137 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an eHealth education program for total hip arthroplasty patients comparing eHealth plus standard care versus standard care alone. This is about surgical patients and educational interventions, not comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise in OA. |
| 29911741 | Messier Sp | 2018 | Intentional Weight Loss In Overweight And Obese Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Is More Better? | Messier Sp;Resnik Ae;Beavers Dp;Mihalko Sl;Miller Gd;Nicklas Bj;Devita P;Hunter Dj;Lyles Mf;Eckstein F;Guermazi A;Loeser Rf | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.23608 | 70 | 1569-1575 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis examining dose-response effects of weight loss on knee OA outcomes from diet and diet-plus-exercise groups. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 30021578 | Knoll N | 2018 | Facilitating Physical Activity And Reducing Symptoms In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol Of A Randomized Controlled Trial To Test A Theory-Based Prevop-Psychological Adherence Program (Prevop-Pap). | Knoll N;Hohl Dh;Motter S;Keller J;Lange D;Felsenberg D;Martus P;Ertel W;Schwarzer R | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-018-2158-8 | 19 | 221 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a psychological adherence program comparing different levels of motivational/behavioral intervention, not comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise. The study does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 30025540 | Pignato M | 2018 | Level Of Participation In Physical Therapy Or An Internet-Based Exercise Training Program: Associations With Outcomes For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Pignato M;Arbeeva L;Schwartz Ta;Callahan Lf;Cooke J;Golightly Ym;Goode Ap;Heiderscheit Bc;Hill C;Huffman Km;Severson Hh;Allen Kd | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-018-2139-y | 19 | 238 | INCLUDE | high | Secondary analysis of RCT comparing physical therapy (supervised exercise) versus internet-based exercise training program (unsupervised/remote) in patients with knee OA. Clear comparison of supervision levels. |
| 30037339 | Jönsson T | 2018 | The Effect Of Education And Supervised Exercise On Physical Activity, Pain, Quality Of Life And Self-Efficacy - An Intervention Study With A Reference Group. | Jönsson T;Ekvall Hansson E;Thorstensson Ca;Eek F;Bergman P;Dahlberg Le | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.1186/s12891-018-2098-3 | 19 | 198 | INCLUDE | moderate | Study comparing education and supervised exercise intervention versus standard care reference group in knee/hip OA patients. While described as having a reference group rather than control group, it appears to compare supervised exercise to usual care, meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 30038794 | Negm Am | 2018 | Getting Fit For Hip And Knee Replacement: A Protocol For The Fit-Joints Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial Of A Multi-Modal Intervention In Frail Patients With Osteoarthritis. | Negm Am;Kennedy Cc;Ioannidis G;Gajic-Veljanoski O;Lee J;Thabane L;Adachi Jd;Marr S;Lau A;Atkinson S;Petruccelli D;Debeer J;Winemaker M;Avram V;Deheshi B;Williams D;Armstrong D;Lumb B;Panju A;Richardson J;Papaioannou A | PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES | hip; knee | 10.1186/s40814-018-0316-2 | 4 | 127 | EXCLUDE | high | Protocol for a pilot RCT comparing multi-modal frailty intervention versus usual care in pre-frail/frail patients awaiting hip/knee replacement. Does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 30086780 | O'brien J | 2018 | Improving Physical Activity, Pain And Function In Patients Waiting For Hip And Knee Arthroplasty By Combining Targeted Exercise Training With Behaviour Change Counselling: Study Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | O'brien J;Hamilton K;Williams A;Fell J;Mulford J;Cheney M;Wu S;Bird Ml | TRIALS | hip; knee | 10.1186/s13063-018-2808-z | 19 | 425 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT protocol compares an individualized exercise program with up to five in-person counselling sessions versus usual care in patients with hip/knee OA awaiting arthroplasty. The intervention group appears to receive more direct supervision/counselling sessions than usual care, representing a difference in supervision level. |
| 30089018 | Shake Mc | 2018 | | Shake Mc;Crandall Kj;Mathews Rp;Falls Dg;Dispennette Ak | GAMES FOR HEALTH JOURNAL | NA | 10.1089/g4h.2017.0139 | 7 | 253-261 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates a mobile app-based game (Bingocize) in sedentary older adults with health education mentioned about osteoarthritis, but OA is not the primary condition being studied. The population does not meet inclusion criteria as it's not specifically adults with OA. |
| 30219102 | Nowotny J | 2018 | Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial In The Treatment Of Lateral Epicondylitis With A New Dynamic Wrist Orthosis. | Nowotny J;El-Zayat B;Goronzy J;Biewener A;Bausenhart F;Greiner S;Kasten P | EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH | | 10.1186/s40001-018-0342-9 | 23 | 43 | EXCLUDE | high | This study examines lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), not osteoarthritis. The population does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 30236151 | Semciw Ai | 2018 | Targeted Gluteal Exercise Versus Sham Exercise On Self-Reported Physical Function For People With Hip Osteoarthritis (The Ghost Trial - Gluteal Exercise For Hip Osteoarthritis): A Protocol For A Randomised Clinical Trial. | Semciw Ai;Pizzari T;Woodley S;Zacharias A;Kingsley M;Green Ra | TRIALS | hip | 10.1186/s13063-018-2873-3 | 19 | 511 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT in hip OA compares a targeted gluteal rehabilitation program versus a sham exercise program. Both groups receive weekly supervised physiotherapy sessions and daily home exercises, so there is no difference in supervision level between arms - both are supervised programs. |
| 30244214 | Ingram W | 2018 | Multicentred Randomised Controlled Trial Of An Augmented Exercise Referral Scheme Using Web-Based Behavioural Support In Individuals With Metabolic, Musculoskeletal And Mental Health Conditions: Protocol For The E-Coacher Trial. | Ingram W;Webb D;Taylor Rs;Anokye N;Yardley L;Jolly K;Mutrie N;Campbell Jl;Dean Sg;Greaves C;Steele M;Lambert Jd;Mcadam C;Jane B;King J;Jones Rb;Little P;Woolf A;Erwin J;Charles N;Terry Rh;Taylor Ah | BMJ OPEN | | 10.1136/bmjopen-2018-022382 | 8 | E022382 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a randomized controlled trial protocol including patients with osteoarthritis comparing usual exercise referral scheme versus augmented ERS with web-based support. While the supervision difference is not explicitly stated, this represents potentially different levels of support/guidance for exercise, and per sensitivity rules, ambiguous cases should be included. |
| 30265638 | Churchill L | 2018 | Optimizing Outpatient Total Hip Arthroplasty: Perspectives Of Key Stakeholders. | Churchill L;Pollock M;Lebedeva Y;Pasic N;Bryant D;Howard J;Lanting B;Laliberte Rudman D | CANADIAN JOURNAL OF SURGERY. JOURNAL CANADIEN DE CHIRURGIE | hip | 10.1503/cjs.016117 | 61 | 370-376 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative descriptive study examining patient experiences with outpatient versus standard care after total hip arthroplasty. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions for osteoarthritis. |
| 30269932 | Calvo-Lobo C | 2018 | Subacute Clinical Features After Arthroscopy Surgical Reconstruction Of Complete Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture: A Case-Control Study. | Calvo-Lobo C;Velázquez-Saornil J;RuÃz-RuÃz B;RodrÃguez-Sanz D;Ferrer-Peña R;López-López D;Seco-Calvo J;Palomo-López P | JOURNAL OF MANIPULATIVE AND PHYSIOLOGICAL THERAPEUTICS | | 10.1016/j.jmpt.2018.03.001 | 41 | 596-601 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a case-control observational study, not a randomized controlled trial. The study examines patients after ACL reconstruction surgery, not osteoarthritis, and does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 30285177 | Van De Graaf Va | 2018 | Effect Of Early Surgery Vs Physical Therapy On Knee Function Among Patients With Nonobstructive Meniscal Tears: The Escape Randomized Clinical Trial. | Van De Graaf Va;Noorduyn Jca;Willigenburg Nw;Butter Ik;De Gast A;Mol Bw;Saris Dbf;Twisk Jwr;Poolman Rw | JAMA | knee; menisc | 10.1001/jama.2018.13308 | 320 | 1328-1337 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing arthroscopic partial meniscectomy versus physical therapy for meniscal tears, not osteoarthritis. Does not compare supervised versus unsupervised exercise; compares surgery to physical therapy. |
| 30317013 | Pazit L | 2018 | Safety And Feasibility Of High Speed Resistance Training With And Without Balance Exercises For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial. | Pazit L;Jeremy D;Nancy B;Michael B;George E;Hill Kd | PHYSICAL THERAPY IN SPORT : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ASSOCIATION OF CHARTERED PHYSIOTHERAPISTS IN SPORTS MEDICINE | knee | 10.1016/j.ptsp.2018.10.001 | 34 | 154-163 | EXCLUDE | high | Pilot RCT in knee OA comparing high speed resistance training versus high speed resistance training plus balance exercises versus control. Does not compare different levels of supervision; all exercise appears to be delivered in similar rehabilitation clinic setting. |
| 30326906 | Gay C | 2018 | Efficacy Of Self-Management Exercise Program With Spa Therapy For Behavioral Management Of Knee Osteoarthritis: Research Protocol For A Quasi-Randomized Controlled Trial (Geet One). | Gay C;Guiguet-Auclair C;Pereira B;Goldstein A;Bareyre L;Coste N;Coudeyre E | BMC COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE | knee | 10.1186/s12906-018-2339-x | 18 | 279 | EXCLUDE | moderate | Protocol for quasi-randomized trial in knee OA comparing self-management exercise program plus spa therapy versus information booklet plus spa therapy. Does not clearly compare supervised versus unsupervised exercise delivery; both arms receive spa therapy sessions. |
| 30410261 | Sharma M | 2018 | Comparative Impact Of Nonpharmacological Interventions On Pain Of Knee Osteoarthritis Patients Reporting At A Tertiary Care Institution: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Sharma M;Singh A;Dhillon Ms;Kaur S | INDIAN JOURNAL OF PALLIATIVE CARE | knee | 10.4103/IJPC.IJPC_14_18 | 24 | 478-485 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT in KOA patients compares two packages of nonpharmacological interventions including supervised exercise sessions, with one group receiving additional components (KBA and meditation). The study compares different intervention intensities that include supervised exercise components, meeting inclusion criteria for supervision comparison. |
| 30413507 | Nero H | 2018 | Evaluation Of A Digital Platform For Osteoarthritis Treatment: Study Protocol For A Randomised Clinical Study. | Nero H;Ranstam J;Kiadaliri Aa;Dahlberg Le | BMJ OPEN | | 10.1136/bmjopen-2018-022925 | 8 | E022925 | INCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing face-to-face supervised BOA treatment versus a digital (Joint Academy) program in people with knee OA. This clearly compares supervised clinic-based care versus remote/digital delivery with different supervision levels. |
| 30420367 | Sit Rws | 2018 | Clinic-Based Patellar Mobilization Therapy For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Sit Rws;Chan Kkw;Zou D;Chan Dcc;Yip Bhk;Zhang Dd;Chan Yh;Chung Vch;Reeves Kd;Wong Sys | ANNALS OF FAMILY MEDICINE | knee | 10.1370/afm.2320 | 16 | 521-529 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares clinic-based patellar mobilization therapy plus home exercise versus delayed treatment control, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. Both groups receive the same home exercise component; the comparison is about adding manual therapy, not supervision level. |
| 30501629 | Sullivan Jk | 2018 | The Tempo Trial (Treatment Of Meniscal Tears In Osteoarthritis): Rationale And Design Features For A Four Arm Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial. | Sullivan Jk;Irrgang Jj;Losina E;Safran-Norton C;Collins J;Shrestha S;Selzer F;Bennell K;Bisson L;Chen At;Dawson Ck;Gil Ab;Jones Mh;Kluczynski Ma;Lafferty K;Lange J;Lape Ec;Leddy J;Mares Av;Spindler K;Turczyk J;Katz Jn | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | menisc | 10.1186/s12891-018-2327-9 | 19 | 429 | INCLUDE | high | Four-arm RCT comparing two in-clinic physical therapy interventions (supervised) versus two protocolized home exercise programs (non-supervised) in patients with meniscal tears and knee osteoarthritis. This directly compares supervised clinic-based versus unsupervised home-based exercise. |
| 30506022 | Kigozi J | 2018 | Cost-Utility Analysis Of Interventions To Improve Effectiveness Of Exercise Therapy For Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: The Beep Trial. | Kigozi J;Jowett S;Nicholls E;Tooth S;Hay Em;Foster Ne | RHEUMATOLOGY ADVANCES IN PRACTICE | knee | 10.1093/rap/rky018 | 2 | RKY018 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing individually tailored exercise (ITE) and targeted exercise adherence (TEA) versus usual physical therapy care in adults with knee OA. The enhanced interventions involved greater exercise individualization, supervision and progression, clearly meeting the supervision comparison criteria. |
| 30632533 | Uslu Güvendi E | 2018 | Comparison Of Efficiency Between Corticosteroid And Platelet Rich Plasma Injection Therapies In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Uslu Güvendi E;Aşkin A;Güvendi G;Koçyiğit H | ARCHIVES OF RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | 10.5606/ArchRheumatol.2018.6608 | 33 | 273-281 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares injection therapies (corticosteroid vs PRP) in knee osteoarthritis patients. While all groups received home exercise programs, the primary comparison is between injection types, not supervision levels of exercise. |
| 30632535 | Öğüt H | 2018 | Does Kinesiology Taping Improve Muscle Strength And Function In Knee Osteoarthritis? A Single-Blind, Randomized And Controlled Study. | Öğüt H;Güler H;Yildizgören Mt;Velioğlu O;Turhanoğlu Ad | ARCHIVES OF RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | 10.5606/ArchRheumatol.2018.6598 | 33 | 335-343 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT in knee OA patients comparing kinesiology taping versus sham-taping, both receiving the same physical therapy modalities and home exercise program. The study does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 30641533 | Yázigi F | 2018 | Predictors Of Walking Capacity In Obese Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Yázigi F;Espanha M;Marques A;Teles J;Teixeira P | ACTA REUMATOLOGICA PORTUGUESA | knee | | 43 | 256-263 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cross-sectional observational study examining predictors of walking capacity in obese adults with KOA. It is not an RCT and does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 30814777 | Jahic D | 2018 | The Effect Of Prehabilitation On Postoperative Outcome In Patients Following Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Jahic D;Omerovic D;Tanovic At;Dzankovic F;Campara Mt | MEDICAL ARCHIVES (SARAJEVO, BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA) | knee | 10.5455/medarh.2018.72.439-443 | 72 | 439-443 | INCLUDE | moderate | Compares supervised prehabilitation (6-week home-based exercise program) versus usual care in patients with knee OA undergoing TKA. While described as 'home-based', the study compares an intervention group receiving a structured exercise program versus control, likely involving different levels of supervision or guidance. |
| 31453484 | Benli Küçük E | 2018 | Effects Of Isokinetic, Isometric, And Aerobic Exercises On Clinical Variables And Knee Cartilage Volume Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging In Patients With Osteoarthritis. | Benli Küçük E;Özyemişci Taşkiran Ö;Tokgöz N;Meray J | TURKISH JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.5606/tftrd.2018.795 | 64 | 8-16 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares three different types of exercise protocols (isokinetic, isometric, aerobic) but does not compare different levels of supervision. All groups appear to receive exercise in a clinical setting without variation in supervision level. |
| 31453499 | KasapoÄŸlu Aksoy M | 2018 | Short-Term Efficacy Of Paraffin Therapy And Home-Based Exercise Programs In The Treatment Of Symptomatic Hand Osteoarthritis. | KasapoÄŸlu Aksoy M;Altan L | TURKISH JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | hand | 10.5606/tftrd.2018.1535 | 64 | 108-113 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This RCT in hand OA compares paraffin therapy plus home-based exercise versus home-based exercise alone. Both groups receive the same (unsupervised) exercise, differing only in paraffin therapy, so supervision level is not the varying factor. |
| 26851251 | Mikkelsen Lr | 2017 | Description Of Load Progression And Pain Response During Progressive Resistance Training Early After Total Hip Arthroplasty: Secondary Analyses From A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Mikkelsen Lr;Petersen Ak;Mechlenburg I;Mikkelsen S;Søballe K;Bandholm T | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | hip | 10.1177/0269215516628305 | 31 | 11-22 | EXCLUDE | high | This study describes a progressive resistance training intervention after total hip arthroplasty, not osteoarthritis. It is a secondary analysis of a single intervention group without comparing different supervision levels. |
| 27013221 | Clarke Sp | 2017 | Evaluation Of A Group Acceptance Commitment Therapy Intervention For People With Knee Or Hip Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Clarke Sp;Poulis N;Moreton Bj;Walsh Da;Lincoln Nb | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | knee; hip | 10.3109/09638288.2016.1160295 | 39 | 663-670 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an RCT in people with knee or hip OA, but it compares Acceptance Commitment Therapy intervention versus usual care, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. No exercise comparison is described. |
| 27029938 | Jørgensen Pb | 2017 | The Efficacy Of Early Initiated, Supervised, Progressive Resistance Training Compared To Unsupervised, Home-Based Exercise After Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty: A Single-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial. | Jørgensen Pb;Bogh Sb;Kierkegaard S;Sørensen H;Odgaard A;Søballe K;Mechlenburg I | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/0269215516640035 | 31 | 61-70 | INCLUDE | high | This is a single-blinded RCT in unicompartmental knee arthroplasty patients comparing supervised progressive resistance training (2 days/week) plus home exercise (5 days/week) versus unsupervised home-based exercise alone (7 days/week). Directly compares supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 27068368 | Artz N | 2017 | Comparison Of Group-Based Outpatient Physiotherapy With Usual Care After Total Knee Replacement: A Feasibility Study For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Artz N;Dixon S;Wylde V;Marques E;Beswick Ad;Lenguerrand E;Blom Aw;Gooberman-Hill R | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/0269215516642503 | 31 | 487-499 | INCLUDE | moderate | This feasibility RCT compares group-based outpatient physiotherapy with usual care after total knee replacement. While the primary condition is post-surgical rather than OA, the comparison of group-based (supervised) physiotherapy versus usual care likely represents different supervision levels and OA is implied as the underlying condition requiring knee replacement. |
| 27111441 | Bennell Kl | 2017 | Telephone Coaching To Enhance A Home-Based Physical Activity Program For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Bennell Kl;Campbell Pk;Egerton T;Metcalf B;Kasza J;Forbes A;Bills C;Gale J;Harris A;Kolt Gs;Bunker Sj;Hunter Dj;Brand Ca;Hinman Rs | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.22915 | 69 | 84-94 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT in knee OA patients comparing physiotherapist-prescribed home-based exercise with and without telephone coaching. This represents a comparison of different levels of supervision (home exercise with behavioral support vs home exercise alone). |
| 27126617 | Monaghan B | 2017 | Randomised Controlled Trial To Evaluate A Physiotherapy-Led Functional Exercise Programme After Total Hip Replacement. | Monaghan B;Cunningham P;Harrington P;Hing W;Blake C;O' Dohertya D;Cusack T | PHYSIOTHERAPY | hip | 10.1016/j.physio.2016.01.003 | 103 | 283-288 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT evaluating physiotherapy-supervised functional exercise after total hip replacement surgery versus usual care. Population is post-surgical THR patients, not osteoarthritis as primary condition. |
| 27129607 | Bieler T | 2017 | In Hip Osteoarthritis, Nordic Walking Is Superior To Strength Training And Home-Based Exercise For Improving Function. | Bieler T;Siersma V;Magnusson Sp;Kjaer M;Christensen He;Beyer N | SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE IN SPORTS | hip | 10.1111/sms.12694 | 27 | 873-886 | INCLUDE | high | RCT in hip OA comparing supervised Nordic Walking, supervised strength training in fitness center, and unsupervised home-based exercise. Clear comparison of supervised versus unsupervised exercise interventions. |
| 27149590 | Kaya Mutlu E | 2017 | Does Kinesio Taping Of The Knee Improve Pain And Functionality In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis?: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial. | Kaya Mutlu E;Mustafaoglu R;Birinci T;Razak Ozdincler A | AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1097/PHM.0000000000000520 | 96 | 25-33 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT in knee OA patients compares Kinesio taping versus placebo taping, not different levels of exercise supervision. The intervention is a taping modality rather than a comparison of supervised versus unsupervised exercise programs. |
| 27390257 | Marszalek J | 2017 | Outcome Expectations And Osteoarthritis: Association Of Perceived Benefits Of Exercise With Self-Efficacy And Depression. | Marszalek J;Price Ll;Harvey Wf;Driban Jb;Wang C | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | | 10.1002/acr.22969 | 69 | 491-498 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cross-sectional analysis examining associations between outcome expectations, self-efficacy, and depression in knee OA patients. It is not testing the effectiveness of supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 27486681 | Steinhilber B | 2017 | Exercise Therapy In Patients With Hip Osteoarthritis: Effect On Hip Muscle Strength And Safety Aspects Of Exercise-Results Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Steinhilber B;Haupt G;Miller R;Janssen P;Krauss I | MODERN RHEUMATOLOGY | hip | 10.1080/14397595.2016.1213940 | 27 | 493-502 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT in hip OA patients comparing exercise therapy (group sessions once weekly plus home exercises twice weekly) versus control/placebo groups. The exercise intervention involves both supervised group sessions and unsupervised home exercises, representing different supervision levels. |
| 27513639 | Elbadawy Ma | 2017 | Effectiveness Of Periosteal Stimulation Therapy And Home Exercise Program In The Rehabilitation Of Patients With Advanced Knee Osteoarthritis. | Elbadawy Ma | THE CLINICAL JOURNAL OF PAIN | knee | 10.1097/AJP.0000000000000404 | 33 | 254-263 | EXCLUDE | high | While this is an RCT with OA patients, it compares PST vs TENS, both combined with the same home exercise program. There is no difference in supervision level between the two arms. |
| 27518487 | Fingleton C | 2017 | Exercise-Induced Hypoalgesia In People With Knee Osteoarthritis With Normal And Abnormal Conditioned Pain Modulation. | Fingleton C;Smart Km;Doody Cm | THE CLINICAL JOURNAL OF PAIN | knee | 10.1097/AJP.0000000000000418 | 33 | 395-404 | EXCLUDE | high | Not an RCT. This is an observational study examining exercise-induced hypoalgesia responses in people with knee OA subdivided by CPM status, without randomization to different exercise supervision levels. |
| 27563831 | De Rooij M | 2017 | Efficacy Of Tailored Exercise Therapy On Physical Functioning In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis And Comorbidity: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | De Rooij M;Van Der Leeden M;Cheung J;Van Der Esch M;Häkkinen A;Haverkamp D;Roorda Ld;Twisk J;Vollebregt J;Lems Wf;Dekker J | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.23013 | 69 | 807-816 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT of a 20-week individualized exercise program vs control (current medical care) in knee OA patients with comorbidities. The intervention is a structured program likely supervised while control receives usual care, creating a supervision difference. |
| 27749358 | Tennent Dj | 2017 | Blood Flow Restriction Training After Knee Arthroscopy: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study. | Tennent Dj;Hylden Cm;Johnson Ae;Burns Tc;Wilken Jm;Owens Jg | CLINICAL JOURNAL OF SPORT MEDICINE : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE CANADIAN ACADEMY OF SPORT MEDICINE | knee | 10.1097/JSM.0000000000000377 | 27 | 245-252 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT after knee arthroscopy comparing physical therapy with vs without blood flow restriction training. Both groups received supervised physical therapy (12 sessions), so this does not compare supervision levels, and the population is post-arthroscopy rather than osteoarthritis. |
| 27754998 | Fukumoto Y | 2017 | Effects Of High- And Low-Velocity Resistance Training On Gait Kinematics And Kinetics In Individuals With Hip Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Fukumoto Y;Tateuchi H;Tsukagoshi R;Okita Y;Akiyama H;So K;Kuroda Y;Ichihashi N | AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION | hip | 10.1097/PHM.0000000000000640 | 96 | 417-423 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing high-velocity vs low-velocity resistance training in hip OA patients using a home-based program. While both arms appear to be home-based, it's unclear from the abstract whether supervision levels differed between groups, warranting inclusion for full-text review. |
| 27782922 | Mccaffrey R | 2017 | Chair Yoga: Feasibility And Sustainability Study With Older Community-Dwelling Adults With Osteoarthritis. | Mccaffrey R;Park J;Newman D | HOLISTIC NURSING PRACTICE | | 10.1097/HNP.0000000000000184 | 31 | 148-157 | INCLUDE | moderate | This feasibility RCT tested an 8-week supervised seated yoga program for older adults with OA, followed by home practice using a guidebook. This compares group-based supervised exercise to subsequent home-based unsupervised continuation, which aligns with supervision differences. |
| 27813347 | Bade Mj | 2017 | Early High-Intensity Versus Low-Intensity Rehabilitation After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Bade Mj;Struessel T;Dayton M;Foran J;Kim Rh;Miner T;Wolfe P;Kohrt Wm;Dennis D;Stevens-Lapsley Je | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.23139 | 69 | 1360-1368 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares high-intensity versus low-intensity rehabilitation protocols after total knee arthroplasty, not supervised vs non-supervised exercise. Both interventions were delivered in supervised outpatient settings with equal frequency (2-3 times weekly), differing only in exercise intensity. |
| 27836677 | Holsgaard-Larsen A | 2017 | The Effect Of Instruction In Analgesic Use Compared With Neuromuscular Exercise On Knee-Joint Load In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized, Single-Blind, Controlled Trial. | Holsgaard-Larsen A;Clausen B;Søndergaard J;Christensen R;Andriacchi Tp;Roos Em | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2016.10.022 | 25 | 470-480 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares neuromuscular exercise therapy (NEMEX) with pharmacological intervention (analgesic/anti-inflammatory drug instructions), not supervised vs non-supervised exercise. The comparison is between exercise and medication, not between different supervision levels of exercise. |
| 27853860 | Meessen Jm | 2017 | Patients Who Underwent Total Hip Or Knee Arthroplasty Are More Physically Active Than The General Dutch Population. | Meessen Jm;Peter Wf;Wolterbeek R;Cannegieter Sc;Tilbury C;Bénard Mr;Van Der Linden Hm;Onstenk R;Tordoir R;Vehmeijer Sb;Verdegaal Sh;Vermeulen Hm;Nelissen Rg;Vliet Vlieland Tp | RHEUMATOLOGY INTERNATIONAL | hip; knee | 10.1007/s00296-016-3598-9 | 37 | 219-227 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cross-sectional observational study comparing physical activity levels in THA/TKA patients to the general population, not a randomized controlled trial. It does not involve an intervention comparing supervision levels. |
| 27868384 | Fransen M | 2017 | Post-Acute Rehabilitation After Total Knee Replacement: A Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Long-Term Outcomes. | Fransen M;Nairn L;Bridgett L;Crosbie J;March L;Parker D;Crawford R;Harmer Ar | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.23117 | 69 | 192-200 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares post-acute outpatient group exercise program (supervised) versus usual care after total knee replacement in OA patients. The comparison involves a structured supervised program versus usual care, which likely differs in supervision level. |
| 27913870 | Cheung C | 2017 | Managing Knee Osteoarthritis With Yoga Or Aerobic/Strengthening Exercise Programs In Older Adults: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Cheung C;Wyman Jf;Bronas U;Mccarthy T;Rudser K;Mathiason Ma | RHEUMATOLOGY INTERNATIONAL | knee | 10.1007/s00296-016-3620-2 | 37 | 389-398 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two different supervised exercise modalities (Hatha yoga vs aerobic/strengthening exercises), both delivered as supervised group classes with home practice. It does not compare supervised vs non-supervised exercise. |
| 28011099 | Wallis Ja | 2017 | A Walking Program For People With Severe Knee Osteoarthritis Did Not Reduce Pain But May Have Benefits For Cardiovascular Health: A Phase Ii Randomised Controlled Trial. | Wallis Ja;Webster Ke;Levinger P;Singh Pj;Fong C;Taylor Nf | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2016.12.017 | 25 | 1969-1979 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares a walking program to usual care in severe knee OA patients. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery—both groups appear to have similar supervision levels or the walking group is self-directed versus no exercise. |
| 28061841 | Fernandes L | 2017 | Supervised Neuromuscular Exercise Prior To Hip And Knee Replacement: 12-Month Clinical Effect And Cost-Utility Analysis Alongside A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Fernandes L;Roos Em;Overgaard S;Villadsen A;Søgaard R | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip; knee | 10.1186/s12891-016-1369-0 | 18 | 5 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares preoperative supervised neuromuscular exercise plus surgery versus surgery alone (no exercise control). It does not compare different levels of supervision in exercise delivery. |
| 28078435 | Kuru Çolak T | 2017 | The Effects Of Therapeutic Exercises On Pain, Muscle Strength, Functional Capacity, Balance And Hemodynamic Parameters In Knee Osteoarthritis Patients: A Randomized Controlled Study Of Supervised Versus Home Exercises. | Kuru Çolak T;Kavlak B;Aydoğdu O;Şahin E;Acar G;Demirbüken İ;Sari Z;Çolak İ;Bulut G;Polat Mg | RHEUMATOLOGY INTERNATIONAL | knee | 10.1007/s00296-016-3646-5 | 37 | 399-407 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT directly comparing supervised (clinic-based group) exercise to home-based exercise in knee OA patients. The study clearly evaluates differences in supervision levels, which is the primary focus of our review. |
| 28119232 | Heikkilä A | 2017 | Effect Of Total Knee Replacement Surgery And Postoperative 12 Month Home Exercise Program On Gait Parameters. | Heikkilä A;Sevander-Kreus N;Häkkinen A;Vuorenmaa M;Salo P;Konsta P;Ylinen J | GAIT & POSTURE | knee | 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2017.01.004 | 53 | 92-97 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing postoperative home exercise program versus usual care in total knee arthroplasty patients with OA. Home exercise represents non-supervised intervention compared to usual care control, meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 28201821 | Van Ginckel A | 2017 | Impact Of Cane Use On Bone Marrow Lesion Volume In People With Medial Knee Osteoarthritis (Cuba Trial). | Van Ginckel A;Hinman Rs;Wrigley Tv;Hunter Dj;Marshall Cj;Melo L;Meneses Srf;Simic M;Kasza J;Duryea J;Wallis Ja;Bennell Kl | PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.1093/ptj/pzx015 | 97 | 537-549 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT protocol examining cane use versus no gait aid for medial knee OA. Does not involve exercise intervention or comparison of supervision levels. |
| 28215059 | Krauss I | 2017 | Motives For Physical Exercise Participation As A Basis For The Development Of Patient-Oriented Exercise Interventions In Osteoarthritis: A Cross-Sectional Study. | Krauss I;Katzmarek U;Rieger Ma;Sudeck G | EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE | | 10.23736/S1973-9087.17.04482-3 | 53 | 590-602 | EXCLUDE | high | Cross-sectional observational study examining motives for exercise participation in OA patients. Not an RCT and does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 28217864 | Hinman Rs | 2017 | "Sounds A Bit Crazy, But It Was Almost More Personal:" A Qualitative Study Of Patient And Clinician Experiences Of Physical Therapist-Prescribed Exercise For Knee Osteoarthritis Via Skype. | Hinman Rs;Nelligan Rk;Bennell Kl;Delany C | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.23218 | 69 | 1834-1844 | EXCLUDE | high | Qualitative study exploring patient and clinician experiences with Skype-delivered exercise for knee OA. Not a randomized controlled trial comparing different supervision levels. |
| 28241215 | Bennell Kl | 2017 | Effectiveness Of An Internet-Delivered Exercise And Pain-Coping Skills Training Intervention For Persons With Chronic Knee Pain: A Randomized Trial. | Bennell Kl;Nelligan R;Dobson F;Rini C;Keefe F;Kasza J;French S;Bryant C;Dalwood A;Abbott Jh;Hinman Rs | ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.7326/M16-1714 | 166 | 453-462 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing Internet-delivered physiotherapist-supervised exercise (via videoconferencing/Skype) versus educational control in people with chronic knee pain. This compares remote/digital supervision versus no supervision, which meets inclusion criteria. |
| 28254734 | Nelson M | 2017 | Telerehabilitation Versus Traditional Care Following Total Hip Replacement: A Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol. | Nelson M;Bourke M;Crossley K;Russell T | JMIR RESEARCH PROTOCOLS | hip | 10.2196/resprot.7083 | 6 | E34 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing telerehabilitation versus in-person care following total hip replacement. While OA is mentioned as the indication for surgery, the population is post-surgical THR patients, not people with OA as the primary condition receiving conservative exercise treatment. |
| 28259490 | Lange T | 2017 | What Do Patients Expect From Total Knee Arthroplasty? A Delphi Consensus Study On Patient Treatment Goals. | Lange T;Schmitt J;Kopkow C;Rataj E;Günther Kp;Lützner J | THE JOURNAL OF ARTHROPLASTY | knee | 10.1016/j.arth.2017.01.053 | 32 | 2093-2099.E1 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a Delphi consensus study identifying patient treatment goals for total knee arthroplasty, not an RCT. It does not involve any intervention or comparison of exercise programs. |
| 28263901 | Waller B | 2017 | Effects Of High Intensity Resistance Aquatic Training On Body Composition And Walking Speed In Women With Mild Knee Osteoarthritis: A 4-Month Rct With 12-Month Follow-Up. | Waller B;Munukka M;Rantalainen T;Lammentausta E;Nieminen Mt;Kiviranta I;Kautiainen H;Häkkinen A;Kujala Um;Heinonen A | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2017.02.800 | 25 | 1238-1246 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares supervised intensive aquatic resistance training versus normal physical activity (control) in women with knee OA. There is no non-supervised exercise comparison arm—the control group maintained normal activity rather than performing a structured home-based exercise program. |
| 28279661 | Takacs J | 2017 | Dynamic Balance Training Improves Physical Function In Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Takacs J;Krowchuk Nm;Garland Sj;Carpenter Mg;Hunt Ma | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2017.01.029 | 98 | 1586-1593 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing a "partially supervised" dynamic balance training program (10 weeks, 4 times per week exercise) versus a non-intervention control group in people with knee OA. The intervention involves both supervised and home-based components, making it relevant to supervision level comparisons. |
| 28285001 | Van Ginckel A | 2017 | Associations Between Changes In Knee Pain Location And Clinical Symptoms In People With Medial Knee Osteoarthritis Using Footwear For Self-Management: An Exploratory Study. | Van Ginckel A;Bennell Kl;Campbell Pk;Kasza J;Wrigley Tv;Hunter Dj;Hinman Rs | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee; foot | 10.1016/j.joca.2017.03.003 | 25 | 1257-1264 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis of an RCT testing footwear interventions for knee OA, not comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. The study examines pain location changes as predictors of outcomes, not exercise supervision levels. |
| 28291891 | Buhagiar Ma | 2017 | Effect Of Inpatient Rehabilitation Vs A Monitored Home-Based Program On Mobility In Patients With Total Knee Arthroplasty: The Hiho Randomized Clinical Trial. | Buhagiar Ma;Naylor Jm;Harris Ia;Xuan W;Kohler F;Wright R;Fortunato R | JAMA | knee | 10.1001/jama.2017.1224 | 317 | 1037-1046 | EXCLUDE | high | Study is in patients after total knee arthroplasty, not osteoarthritis patients. While it compares inpatient rehabilitation versus home-based program (potentially differing in supervision), the population does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 28320421 | Birch S | 2017 | Effectiveness Of A Physiotherapist Delivered Cognitive-Behavioral Patient Education For Patients Who Undergoes Operation For Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Protocol Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Birch S;Stilling M;Mechlenburg I;Hansen Tb | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-017-1476-6 | 18 | 116 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol only without results. The intervention compares cognitive-behavioral patient education plus usual care versus usual care alone, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 28332010 | Loew L | 2017 | An Evidence-Based Walking Program Among Older People With Knee Osteoarthritis: The Pep (Participant Exercise Preference) Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Loew L;Brosseau L;Kenny Gp;Durand-Bush N;Poitras S;De Angelis G;Wells Ga | CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | 10.1007/s10067-017-3606-9 | 36 | 1607-1616 | INCLUDE | high | RCT in knee osteoarthritis patients comparing supervised community-based versus unsupervised walking programs. Directly compares different levels of exercise supervision as required by inclusion criteria. |
| 28339847 | Hinman Rs | 2017 | Telephone-Delivered Exercise Advice And Behavior Change Support By Physical Therapists For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For The Telecare Randomized Controlled Trial. | Hinman Rs;Lawford Bj;Campbell Pk;Briggs Am;Gale J;Bills C;French Sd;Kasza J;Forbes A;Harris A;Bunker Sj;Delany Cm;Bennell Kl | PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.1093/ptj/pzx021 | 97 | 524-536 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol only without results. The intervention compares telephone-delivered exercise advice versus existing care (nurse-led calls), not supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery as required by the inclusion criteria. |
| 28365581 | Jaremko Jl | 2017 | Validation Of A Knowledge Transfer Tool For The Knee Inflammation Mri Scoring System For Bone Marrow Lesions According To The Omeract Filter: Data From The Osteoarthritis Initiative. | Jaremko Jl;Azmat O;Lambert Rg;Bird P;Haugen Ik;Jans L;Weber U;Winn N;Zubler V;Maksymowych Wp | THE JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | 10.3899/jrheum.161102 | 44 | 1718-1722 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a validation study of an MRI scoring system for bone marrow lesions in knee OA, not an exercise intervention trial. No comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise is present. |
| 28367180 | Shakil-Ur-Rehman S | 2017 | Effects Of Supervised Structured Aerobic Exercise Training Program On High And Low Density Lipoprotein In Patients With Type Ii Diabetes Mellitus. | Shakil-Ur-Rehman S;Karimi H;Gillani Sa | PAKISTAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES | | 10.12669/pjms.331.11758 | 33 | 96-99 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates supervised aerobic exercise in Type-2 diabetes patients, with OA only mentioned as an exclusion criterion. The primary population is diabetes, not osteoarthritis. |
| 28379878 | Chopp-Hurley Jn | 2017 | Randomized Controlled Trial Investigating The Role Of Exercise In The Workplace To Improve Work Ability, Performance, And Patient-Reported Symptoms Among Older Workers With Osteoarthritis. | Chopp-Hurley Jn;Brenneman Ec;Wiebenga Eg;Bulbrook B;Keir Pj;Maly Mr | JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE | | 10.1097/JOM.0000000000001020 | 59 | 550-556 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares a workplace exercise program versus no exercise in older workers with knee/hip OA. Although not explicitly stated, workplace exercise implies supervised/structured delivery versus no intervention, and supervision level could be clarified from full text. |
| 28419032 | Austin Ms | 2017 | Formal Physical Therapy After Total Hip Arthroplasty Is Not Required: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Austin Ms;Urbani Bt;Fleischman An;Fernando Nd;Purtill Jj;Hozack Wj;Parvizi J;Rothman Rh | THE JOURNAL OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY. AMERICAN VOLUME | hip | 10.2106/JBJS.16.00674 | 99 | 648-655 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares self-directed home exercise versus formal physical therapy after total hip arthroplasty (surgery). The population is post-surgical rather than people with osteoarthritis as the primary condition requiring conservative management. |
| 28450898 | Wyndow N | 2017 | A Single-Blinded, Randomized, Parallel Group Superiority Trial Investigating The Effects Of Footwear And Custom Foot Orthoses Versus Footwear Alone In Individuals With Patellofemoral Joint Osteoarthritis: A Phase Ii Pilot Trial Protocol. | Wyndow N;Crossley Km;Vicenzino B;Tucker K;Collins Nj | JOURNAL OF FOOT AND ANKLE RESEARCH | foot | 10.1186/s13047-017-0200-y | 10 | 19 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a pilot RCT comparing foot orthoses plus footwear versus footwear alone in patellofemoral OA. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 28451599 | Keogh Jwl | 2017 | Is Home-Based, High-Intensity Interval Training Cycling Feasible And Safe For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis?: Study Protocol For A Randomized Pilot Study. | Keogh Jwl;Grigg J;Vertullo Cj | ORTHOPAEDIC JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE | knee | 10.1177/2325967117694334 | 5 | 2325967117694334 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing home-based HIIT versus MICT cycling in knee OA patients. Both interventions are home-based with no supervision comparison—the comparison is exercise intensity, not supervision level. |
| 28487266 | Skrepnik N | 2017 | Assessing The Impact Of A Novel Smartphone Application Compared With Standard Follow-Up On Mobility Of Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis Following Treatment With Hylan G-F 20: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Skrepnik N;Spitzer A;Altman R;Hoekstra J;Stewart J;Toselli R | JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH | knee | 10.2196/mhealth.7179 | 5 | E64 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates a smartphone app with activity monitor versus monitor-only in knee OA patients receiving hylan injection. While it involves mobility tracking, there is no structured exercise intervention or supervision comparison—both groups received the same injection treatment. |
| 28499363 | Menz Hb | 2017 | Predictors Of Response To Prefabricated Foot Orthoses Or Rocker-Sole Footwear In Individuals With First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Osteoarthritis. | Menz Hb;Auhl M;Tan Jm;Levinger P;Roddy E;Munteanu Se | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | foot | 10.1186/s12891-017-1558-5 | 18 | 185 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares prefabricated foot orthoses versus rocker-sole footwear in first MTPJ OA patients. No exercise intervention or supervision comparison is involved—focuses solely on footwear/orthotic devices. |
| 28506775 | Coulter C | 2017 | Supervised Or Unsupervised Rehabilitation After Total Hip Replacement Provides Similar Improvements For Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Coulter C;Perriman Dm;Neeman Tm;Smith Pn;Scarvell Jm | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | hip | 10.1016/j.apmr.2017.03.032 | 98 | 2253-2264 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing supervised (center-based, physiotherapist-led) versus unsupervised (home-based) exercise rehabilitation after total hip replacement in OA patients. Directly meets inclusion criteria with clear supervision level comparison. |
| 28525310 | De Vries Hj | 2017 | Determinants Of Adherence To The Online Component Of A Blended Intervention For Patients With Hip And/Or Knee Osteoarthritis: A Mixed Methods Study Embedded In The E-Exercise Trial. | De Vries Hj;Kloek Cjj;De Bakker Dh;Dekker J;Bossen D;Veenhof C | TELEMEDICINE JOURNAL AND E-HEALTH : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN TELEMEDICINE ASSOCIATION | hip; knee | 10.1089/tmj.2016.0264 | 23 | 1002-1010 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a mixed methods study embedded in the e-Exercise trial examining adherence to a blended intervention for hip/knee OA patients. While this paper focuses on adherence determinants, the underlying e-Exercise trial likely compares different exercise delivery modes (blended vs standard), making it potentially relevant for assessing supervision differences. |
| 28532870 | Østerås H | 2017 | Effects Of Medical Exercise Therapy In Patients With Hip Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial With Six Months Follow-Up. A Pilot Study. | Østerås H;Paulsberg F;Olsen Se;Østerås B;Torstensen Ta | JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES | hip | 10.1016/j.jbmt.2016.06.016 | 21 | 284-289 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares high-dose versus low-dose medical exercise therapy in hip OA patients, but both appear to be supervised programs differing in exercise dosage/repetitions rather than supervision level. No clear difference in supervision is indicated. |
| 28592069 | Huang P | 2017 | [The Mobile Application Of Patient Management In Education And Follow-Up For Patients Following Total Knee Arthroplasty]. | Huang P;He J;Zhang Ym | ZHONGHUA YI XUE ZA ZHI | knee | 10.3760/cma.j.issn.0376-2491.2017.20.019 | 97 | 1592-1595 | EXCLUDE | high | This study is in post-total knee arthroplasty patients, not osteoarthritis patients as the primary condition. Additionally, it compares educational methods (mobile app versus traditional) rather than supervision levels of exercise. |
| 28652228 | Li Lc | 2017 | A Community-Based Physical Activity Counselling Program For People With Knee Osteoarthritis: Feasibility And Preliminary Efficacy Of The Track-Oa Study. | Li Lc;Sayre Ec;Xie H;Clayton C;Feehan Lm | JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH | knee | 10.2196/mhealth.7863 | 5 | E86 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares immediate versus delayed intervention (waitlist control), not different levels of supervision. Both groups received the same intervention components including telephone counselling by a physical therapist, differing only in timing. |
| 28653869 | Clausen B | 2017 | An 8-Week Neuromuscular Exercise Program For Patients With Mild To Moderate Knee Osteoarthritis: A Case Series Drawn From A Registered Clinical Trial. | Clausen B;Holsgaard-Larsen A;Roos Em | JOURNAL OF ATHLETIC TRAINING | knee | 10.4085/1062-6050-52.5.06 | 52 | 592-605 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a case series describing the feasibility of a neuromuscular exercise program, not a randomized controlled trial. It does not compare different levels of supervision or meet the RCT study design requirement. |
| 28679400 | Harmelink Kem | 2017 | The Effectiveness Of The Use Of A Digital Activity Coaching System In Addition To A Two-Week Home-Based Exercise Program In Patients After Total Knee Arthroplasty: Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Harmelink Kem;Zeegers Avcm;Tönis Tm;Hullegie W;Nijhuis-Van Der Sanden Mwg;Staal Jb | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-017-1647-5 | 18 | 290 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares a home-based exercise program with an activity coaching system to a home-based exercise program alone after total knee arthroplasty. Both groups receive the same level of supervision (home-based), differing only in the addition of a digital coaching device, not in supervision level. |
| 28747328 | Christensen P | 2017 | Long-Term Weight-Loss Maintenance In Obese Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Trial. | Christensen P;Henriksen M;Bartels Em;Leeds Ar;Meinert Larsen T;Gudbergsen H;Riecke Bf;Astrup A;Heitmann Bl;Boesen M;Christensen R;Bliddal H | THE AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NUTRITION | knee | 10.3945/ajcn.117.158543 | 106 | 755-763 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing two dietary weight-loss maintenance strategies (intermittent LED versus daily meal replacements) in obese patients with knee OA. This study does not involve exercise interventions or comparisons of supervision levels. |
| 28779304 | Kasapoğlu Aksoy M | 2017 | The Efficacy Of Peloid Therapy In Management Of Hand Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Study. | Kasapoğlu Aksoy M;Altan L;Eröksüz R;Metin Ökmen B | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOMETEOROLOGY | hand | 10.1007/s00484-017-1419-9 | 61 | 2145-2152 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing peloid therapy plus home exercise program versus home exercise program alone in hand OA patients. While supervision level is not explicitly stated, the peloid therapy group received 10 clinic-based sessions which likely involved supervised delivery, compared to control group receiving only home exercises, suggesting a difference in supervision level. |
| 28821271 | Levinger P | 2017 | High-Speed Resistance Training And Balance Training For People With Knee Osteoarthritis To Reduce Falls Risk: Study Protocol For A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Levinger P;Dunn J;Bifera N;Butson M;Elias G;Hill Kd | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-017-2129-7 | 18 | 384 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a study protocol (no results available) that compares different exercise content (high-speed resistance training with/without balance exercises vs control) rather than different levels of supervision. The population is knee OA but the comparison is not supervision-focused. |
| 28827270 | Skou St | 2017 | Study Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial Of Meniscal Surgery Compared With Exercise And Patient Education For Treatment Of Meniscal Tears In Young Adults. | Skou St;Lind M;Hölmich P;Jensen Hp;Jensen C;Afzal M;Jørgensen U;Thorlund Jb | BMJ OPEN | menisc | 10.1136/bmjopen-2017-017436 | 7 | E017436 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a study protocol (no results) comparing meniscal surgery versus exercise therapy in young adults with meniscal tears, not osteoarthritis. The comparison is surgery vs exercise, not different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 28934945 | Lee Jy | 2017 | Aqua Walking As An Alternative Exercise Modality During Cardiac Rehabilitation For Coronary Artery Disease In Older Patients With Lower Extremity Osteoarthritis. | Lee Jy;Joo Kc;Brubaker Ph | BMC CARDIOVASCULAR DISORDERS | | 10.1186/s12872-017-0681-4 | 17 | 252 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two exercise modalities (aqua walking vs treadmill walking vs control) in cardiac rehabilitation patients who happen to have lower extremity OA. OA is not the primary condition being treated; CAD is. |
| 28934966 | Eichler S | 2017 | Effectiveness Of An Interactive Telerehabilitation System With Home-Based Exercise Training In Patients After Total Hip Or Knee Replacement: Study Protocol For A Multicenter, Superiority, No-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial. | Eichler S;Rabe S;Salzwedel A;Müller S;Stoll J;Tilgner N;John M;Wegscheider K;Mayer F;Völler H | TRIALS | hip; knee | 10.1186/s13063-017-2173-3 | 18 | 438 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT protocol compares interactive telerehabilitation home-based exercise (physiotherapist creates plan, remote monitoring) versus usual care aftercare in patients after total knee/hip replacement for OA. This represents supervised/remotely monitored versus minimally supervised exercise. |
| 28979857 | Trojian T | 2017 | Osteoarthritis Action Alliance Consensus Opinion - Best Practice Features Of Anterior Cruciate Ligament And Lower Limb Injury Prevention Programs. | Trojian T;Driban J;Nuti R;Distefano L;Root H;Nistler C;Labella C | WORLD JOURNAL OF ORTHOPEDICS | | 10.5312/wjo.v8.i9.726 | 8 | 726-734 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a consensus statement/systematic review on ACL and lower limb injury prevention programs to reduce OA risk. It is not an RCT and does not focus on treating existing OA. |
| 29090105 | Å poner P | 2017 | The Outcomes Of Total Hip Replacement In Patients With Parkinson's Disease: Comparison Of The Elective And Hip Fracture Groups. | Å poner P;KuÄera T;Grinac M;Bezrouk A;Waciakowski D | PARKINSON'S DISEASE | hip | 10.1155/2017/1597463 | 2017 | 1597463 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a comparative study of total hip replacement outcomes in Parkinson's disease patients, not osteoarthritis. It compares elective versus traumatic surgery, not exercise interventions. |
| 29177076 | Krauss I | 2017 | Effectiveness And Efficiency Of Different Weight Machine-Based Strength Training Programmes For Patients With Hip Or Knee Osteoarthritis: A Protocol For A Quasi-Experimental Controlled Study In The Context Of Health Services Research. | Krauss I;Müller G;Steinhilber B;Haupt G;Janssen P;Martus P | BMJ OPEN SPORT & EXERCISE MEDICINE | hip; knee | 10.1136/bmjsem-2017-000291 | 3 | E000291 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a quasi-experimental controlled study, not an RCT. The control group is selected via propensity score matching from insurance database, not randomized. |
| 29221471 | Blasco Jm | 2017 | In-Home Versus Hospital Preoperative Balance And Proprioceptive Training In Patients Undergoing Tkr; Rationale, Design, And Method Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Blasco Jm;Igual-Camacho C;Roig-Casasús S | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.1186/s12891-017-1887-4 | 18 | 518 | INCLUDE | high | RCT protocol comparing in-home based versus hospital supervised preoperative balance/proprioceptive training in knee OA patients undergoing TKR. Clear supervision level difference between intervention arms (home-based vs hospital-based). |
| 30423680 | Van Egmond N | 2017 | Is There A Difference In Outcome Between Two Types Of Valgus Unloading Braces? A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Van Egmond N;Van Grinsven S;Van Loon Cj | ACTA ORTHOPAEDICA BELGICA | | | 83 | 690-699 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing two different types of valgus unloading braces for medial knee OA, not comparing exercise interventions or supervision levels. This is a device/orthotic comparison study. |
| 25037985 | Akbaba Ya | 2016 | Intensive Supervision Of Rehabilitation Programme Improves Balance And Functionality In The Short Term After Bilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Akbaba Ya;Yeldan I;Guney N;Ozdincler Ar | KNEE SURGERY, SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY, ARTHROSCOPY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ESSKA | knee | 10.1007/s00167-014-3179-y | 24 | 26-33 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares intensive supervision (2 days/week in-person) versus less intensive supervision (1 day/2 weeks plus phone calls) of rehabilitation after bilateral TKA in OA patients. This directly compares different levels of supervision. |
| 26214142 | Cheung C | 2016 | Adherence To A Yoga Program In Older Women With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Cheung C;Wyman Jf;Savik K | JOURNAL OF AGING AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY | knee | 10.1123/japa.2015-0048 | 24 | 181-8 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This is a secondary analysis examining adherence to a yoga program in older women with knee OA. It does not appear to be a comparison of supervised vs non-supervised exercise delivery, but rather an adherence study of a single intervention. |
| 26285180 | Hermann A | 2016 | Preoperative Progressive Explosive-Type Resistance Training Is Feasible And Effective In Patients With Hip Osteoarthritis Scheduled For Total Hip Arthroplasty--A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Hermann A;Holsgaard-Larsen A;Zerahn B;Mejdahl S;Overgaard S | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | hip | 10.1016/j.joca.2015.07.030 | 24 | 91-8 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing supervised progressive explosive-type resistance training (twice weekly for 10 weeks) vs 'care as usual' control in hip OA patients scheduled for THA. This clearly compares supervised exercise to no supervised exercise intervention. |
| 26286622 | Liao Cd | 2016 | Continuous Passive Motion And Its Effects On Knee Flexion After Total Knee Arthroplasty In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Liao Cd;Huang Yc;Lin Lf;Chiu Ys;Tsai Jc;Chen Cl;Liou Th | KNEE SURGERY, SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY, ARTHROSCOPY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ESSKA | knee | 10.1007/s00167-015-3754-x | 24 | 2578-86 | EXCLUDE | high | This retrospective study evaluates continuous passive motion (CPM) after total knee arthroplasty, not exercise interventions. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise. |
| 26417720 | Bennell Kl | 2016 | Physical Therapist-Delivered Pain Coping Skills Training And Exercise For Knee Osteoarthritis: Randomized Controlled Trial. | Bennell Kl;Ahamed Y;Jull G;Bryant C;Hunt Ma;Forbes Ab;Kasza J;Akram M;Metcalf B;Harris A;Egerton T;Kenardy Ja;Nicholas Mk;Keefe Fj | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.22744 | 68 | 590-602 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares pain coping skills training (PCST) with exercise versus exercise alone versus PCST alone in knee OA. All exercise interventions appear to be delivered by physical therapists with no comparison of supervised versus unsupervised/home-based exercise delivery. |
| 26427960 | Wang P | 2016 | Effects Of Whole Body Vibration Exercise Associated With Quadriceps Resistance Exercise On Functioning And Quality Of Life In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Wang P;Yang L;Liu C;Wei X;Yang X;Zhou Y;Jiang H;Lei Z;Reinhardt Jd;He C | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/0269215515607970 | 30 | 1074-1087 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares whole body vibration exercise combined with quadriceps resistance exercise versus quadriceps resistance exercise alone in knee OA patients. Both interventions appear to be supervised, with the comparison being about exercise modality, not supervision level. |
| 26541906 | Alkatan M | 2016 | Effects Of Swimming And Cycling Exercise Intervention On Vascular Function In Patients With Osteoarthritis. | Alkatan M;Machin Dr;Baker Jr;Akkari As;Park W;Tanaka H | THE AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CARDIOLOGY | | 10.1016/j.amjcard.2015.10.017 | 117 | 141-5 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares swimming versus cycling exercise in OA patients, with both groups receiving supervised training for 12 weeks. The comparison is between exercise modalities, not supervision levels. |
| 26564575 | Sandal Lf | 2016 | Pain Trajectory And Exercise-Induced Pain Flares During 8 Weeks Of Neuromuscular Exercise In Individuals With Knee And Hip Pain. | Sandal Lf;Roos Em;Bøgesvang Sj;Thorlund Jb | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee; hip | 10.1016/j.joca.2015.11.002 | 24 | 589-92 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm observational study of supervised neuromuscular exercise in persons with knee or hip pain. It is not a randomized controlled trial and has no comparison group. |
| 26586865 | Allen Kd | 2016 | Group Versus Individual Physical Therapy For Veterans With Knee Osteoarthritis: Randomized Clinical Trial. | Allen Kd;Bongiorni D;Bosworth Hb;Coffman Cj;Datta Sk;Edelman D;Hall Ks;Lindquist Jh;Oddone Ez;Hoenig H | PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.2522/ptj.20150194 | 96 | 597-608 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares group-based versus individual physical therapy for knee OA, but both interventions are supervised by physical therapists. The comparison is about delivery format (group vs individual), not supervision level. |
| 26625939 | Jame Bozorgi Aa | 2016 | The Effectiveness Of Occupational Therapy Supervised Usage Of Adaptive Devices On Functional Outcomes And Independence After Total Hip Replacement In Iranian Elderly: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Jame Bozorgi Aa;Ghamkhar L;Kahlaee Ah;Sabouri H | OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY INTERNATIONAL | hip | 10.1002/oti.1419 | 23 | 143-53 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares supervised occupational therapy teaching of adaptive device usage versus conventional occupational therapy in elderly post-total hip replacement patients. It does not compare supervised versus unsupervised exercise programs. |
| 26638878 | Menz Hb | 2016 | Effectiveness Of Foot Orthoses Versus Rocker-Sole Footwear For First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Osteoarthritis: Randomized Trial. | Menz Hb;Auhl M;Tan Jm;Levinger P;Roddy E;Munteanu Se | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | foot | 10.1002/acr.22750 | 68 | 581-9 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares foot orthoses to rocker-sole footwear for first metatarsophalangeal joint OA. It does not involve exercise interventions or compare supervision levels. |
| 26677724 | Hammer Nm | 2016 | The Impact Of Self-Efficacy On Physical Activity Maintenance In Patients With Hip Osteoarthritis - A Mixed Methods Study. | Hammer Nm;Bieler T;Beyer N;Midtgaard J | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | hip | 10.3109/09638288.2015.1107642 | 38 | 1691-704 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a mixed-methods sub-study examining self-efficacy and physical activity maintenance following a supervised exercise trial in hip OA patients. It does not compare different levels of supervision; all participants received the same supervised exercise intervention. |
| 26678445 | Svege I | 2016 | Long-Term Effect Of Exercise Therapy And Patient Education On Impairments And Activity Limitations In People With Hip Osteoarthritis: Secondary Outcome Analysis Of A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Svege I;Fernandes L;Nordsletten L;Holm I;Risberg Ma | PHYSICAL THERAPY | hip | 10.2522/ptj.20140520 | 96 | 818-27 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares supervised exercise therapy (2-3 weekly sessions with physical therapists over 12 weeks) plus patient education versus patient education only in hip OA patients. The comparison involves a supervised exercise arm versus no exercise, making it relevant to supervision level differences. |
| 26685691 | Saccomanno Mf | 2016 | Efficacy Of Intra-Articular Hyaluronic Acid Injections And Exercise-Based Rehabilitation Programme, Administered As Isolated Or Integrated Therapeutic Regimens For The Treatment Of Knee Osteoarthritis. | Saccomanno Mf;Donati F;Careri S;Bartoli M;Severini G;Milano G | KNEE SURGERY, SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY, ARTHROSCOPY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ESSKA | knee | 10.1007/s00167-015-3917-9 | 24 | 1686-94 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares hyaluronic acid injections, exercise-based rehabilitation, and their combination in knee OA patients. All exercise interventions appear to be supervised treatment sessions at a facility, with no unsupervised or home-based exercise comparison arm. |
| 26713665 | Skoffer B | 2016 | Efficacy Of Preoperative Progressive Resistance Training On Postoperative Outcomes In Patients Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Skoffer B;Maribo T;Mechlenburg I;Hansen Pm;Søballe K;Dalgas U | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.22825 | 68 | 1239-51 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT in TKA patients compares timing of supervised progressive resistance training (preoperative+postoperative vs postoperative only), not supervision level. The population is surgical candidates, not primary OA managed conservatively. |
| 26763947 | Bily W | 2016 | Effects Of Leg-Press Training With Moderate Vibration On Muscle Strength, Pain, And Function After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Bily W;Franz C;Trimmel L;Loefler S;Cvecka J;Zampieri S;Kasche W;Sarabon N;Zenz P;Kern H | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2015.12.015 | 97 | 857-65 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT in post-TKA patients compares two supervised interventions (leg-press training with vibration vs functional physiotherapy), both delivered twice weekly for 6 weeks. The population is post-surgical TKA, not primary osteoarthritis. |
| 26773104 | Alkatan M | 2016 | Improved Function And Reduced Pain After Swimming And Cycling Training In Patients With Osteoarthritis. | Alkatan M;Baker Jr;Machin Dr;Park W;Akkari As;Pasha Ep;Tanaka H | THE JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY | | 10.3899/jrheum.151110 | 43 | 666-72 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two types of supervised exercise (swimming vs cycling), both performed with supervision for 45 min/day, 3 days/week. There is no difference in supervision level between the comparison groups. |
| 26799573 | Gökşen N | 2016 | Magnetic Resonance Therapy For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized, Double Blind Placebo Controlled Trial. | Gökşen N;Çaliş M;Doğan S;Çaliş Ht;Özgöçmen S | EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | | 52 | 431-9 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares magnetic resonance therapy to placebo for knee OA. It does not involve exercise interventions or comparisons of supervision levels. |
| 26801470 | Hurley Da | 2016 | Theory-Driven Group-Based Complex Intervention To Support Self-Management Of Osteoarthritis And Low Back Pain In Primary Care Physiotherapy: Protocol For A Cluster Randomised Controlled Feasibility Trial (Solas). | Hurley Da;Hall Am;Currie-Murphy L;Pincus T;Kamper S;Maher C;Mcdonough Sm;Lonsdale C;Walsh Ne;Guerin S;Segurado R;Matthews J | BMJ OPEN | | 10.1136/bmjopen-2015-010728 | 6 | E010728 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a cluster RCT protocol comparing group-based intervention (likely supervised) versus usual individual physiotherapy for OA and low back pain. The comparison likely involves different supervision levels between group and individual treatment delivery. |
| 26821917 | Wood Lr | 2016 | Impairment-Targeted Exercises For Older Adults With Knee Pain: A Proof-Of-Principle Study (Target-Knee-Pain). | Wood Lr;Blagojevic-Bucknall M;Stynes S;D'cruz D;Mullis R;Whittle R;Peat G;Foster Ne | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-016-0899-9 | 17 | 47 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-group, before-after study without randomization or comparison groups. While it involves home exercise for knee OA, it lacks the RCT design comparing different supervision levels. |
| 26842273 | Belsi A | 2016 | Impact Of Wearable Technology On Psychosocial Factors Of Osteoarthritis Management: A Qualitative Study. | Belsi A;Papi E;Mcgregor Ah | BMJ OPEN | | 10.1136/bmjopen-2015-010064 | 6 | E010064 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative focus group study exploring patient perspectives on wearable technology for OA management. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. |
| 26871954 | Soriano-Maldonado A | 2016 | Intra-Articular Corticosteroids In Addition To Exercise For Reducing Pain Sensitivity In Knee Osteoarthritis: Exploratory Outcome From A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Soriano-Maldonado A;Klokker L;Bartholdy C;Bandak E;Ellegaard K;Bliddal H;Henriksen M | PLOS ONE | knee | 10.1371/journal.pone.0149168 | 11 | E0149168 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT in knee OA patients compares intra-articular corticosteroid injection versus placebo, both followed by the same 12-week supervised exercise program. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 26932142 | Blikman T | 2016 | Duloxetine In Osteoarthritis (Doa) Study: Study Protocol Of A Pragmatic Open-Label Randomised Controlled Trial Assessing The Effect Of Preoperative Pain Treatment On Postoperative Outcome After Total Hip Or Knee Arthroplasty. | Blikman T;Rienstra W;Van Raaij Tm;Ten Hagen Aj;Dijkstra B;Zijlstra Wp;Bulstra Sk;Van Den Akker-Scheek I;Stevens M | BMJ OPEN | hip; knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2015-010343 | 6 | E010343 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing preoperative duloxetine treatment versus care-as-usual in OA patients awaiting arthroplasty. It is a pharmacological intervention study, not an exercise supervision comparison. |
| 26936270 | Witjes S | 2016 | Does Goal Attainment Scaling Improve Satisfaction Regarding Performance Of Activities Of Younger Knee Arthroplasty Patients? Study Protocol Of The Randomized Controlled Action Trial. | Witjes S;Hoorntje A;Kuijer Pp;Koenraadt Kl;Blankevoort L;Kerkhoffs Gm;Van Geenen Rc | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-016-0965-3 | 17 | 113 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a study protocol for an RCT in knee arthroplasty patients comparing goal attainment scaling rehabilitation versus usual care rehabilitation. It focuses on goal-setting methods rather than comparing supervision levels of exercise programs. |
| 26963847 | Murphy Sl | 2016 | Brief Time-Based Activity Pacing Instruction As A Singular Behavioral Intervention Was Not Effective In Participants With Symptomatic Osteoarthritis. | Murphy Sl;Kratz Al;Kidwell K;Lyden Ak;Geisser Me;Williams Da | PAIN | | 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000000549 | 157 | 1563-1573 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT in people with knee or hip OA compares different activity pacing instruction strategies (tailored, general, usual care), not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. The intervention is behavioral education about pacing, not an exercise program comparison. |
| 27032425 | Teichtahl Aj | 2016 | The Interaction Between Physical Activity And Amount Of Baseline Knee Cartilage. | Teichtahl Aj;Wang Y;Heritier S;Wluka Ae;Strauss Bj;Proietto J;Dixon Jb;Jones G;Cicuttini Fm | RHEUMATOLOGY (OXFORD, ENGLAND) | knee | 10.1093/rheumatology/kew045 | 55 | 1277-84 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational cohort study examining the relationship between physical activity and cartilage volume loss in 250 participants without significant musculoskeletal disease. Not a randomized controlled trial of exercise interventions. |
| 27042020 | Chen M | 2016 | Influence Of Structured Telephone Follow-Up On Patient Compliance With Rehabilitation After Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Chen M;Li P;Lin F | PATIENT PREFERENCE AND ADHERENCE | knee | 10.2147/PPA.S102156 | 10 | 257-64 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares structured telephone follow-up versus routine care after total knee arthroplasty, focusing on home-exercise compliance. Both groups perform home exercise; the intervention is telephone follow-up, not different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 27053309 | Słomka B | 2016 | Prospective Evaluation Of The Correlation Of Posturographic Data, Pain Intensity And Functional Capacity In Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Lumbosacral Spine - Pilot Study. | Słomka B;Rongies W;Sierdziński J | ORTOPEDIA, TRAUMATOLOGIA, REHABILITACJA | spine | 10.5604/15093492.1198861 | 18 | 53-63 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm prospective evaluation of 20 women with lumbosacral spine osteoarthritis undergoing rehabilitation, with no comparison groups. Not a randomized controlled trial. |
| 27072798 | Alghadir A | 2016 | Effect Of Retro And Forward Walking On Quadriceps Muscle Strength, Pain, Function, And Mobility In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Alghadir A;Anwer S | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-016-1021-z | 17 | 161 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing retro-walking versus forward-walking versus control in knee OA patients. The comparison is between different types of walking exercises, not different levels of supervision, and it is a protocol without results. |
| 27097833 | Okoro T | 2016 | Does An Early Home-Based Progressive Resistance Training Program Improve Function Following Total Hip Replacement? Results Of A Randomized Controlled Study. | Okoro T;Whitaker R;Gardner A;Maddison P;Andrew Jg;Lemmey A | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip | 10.1186/s12891-016-1023-x | 17 | 173 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares home-based progressive resistance training versus standard rehabilitation following total hip replacement surgery. The population is post-surgical hip replacement patients, not osteoarthritis patients, which does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 27113608 | Thornton J | 2016 | Validated Method For Measuring Functional Range Of Motion In Patients With Ankle Arthritis. | Thornton J;Sabah S;Segaren N;Cullen N;Singh D;Goldberg A | FOOT & ANKLE INTERNATIONAL | ankle | 10.1177/1071100716645391 | 37 | 868-73 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a validation study of a measurement technique for ankle range of motion, not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. It does not involve any exercise intervention or comparison of supervision levels. |
| 27117727 | Harris-Hayes M | 2016 | Movement-Pattern Training To Improve Function In People With Chronic Hip Joint Pain: A Feasibility Randomized Clinical Trial. | Harris-Hayes M;Czuppon S;Van Dillen Lr;Steger-May K;Sahrmann S;Schootman M;Salsich Gb;Clohisy Jc;Mueller Mj | THE JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY | hip | 10.2519/jospt.2016.6279 | 46 | 452-61 | INCLUDE | moderate | Feasibility RCT of supervised movement-pattern training (6 one-hour supervised sessions) versus wait-list control in chronic hip joint pain patients. While not explicitly comparing supervision levels, involves supervised exercise intervention and hip pain population likely includes OA. |
| 27129849 | Krauss I | 2016 | Effectiveness And Efficiency Of An 11-Week Exercise Intervention For Patients With Hip Or Knee Osteoarthritis: A Protocol For A Controlled Study In The Context Of Health Services Research. | Krauss I;Mueller G;Haupt G;Steinhilber B;Janssen P;Jentner N;Martus P | BMC PUBLIC HEALTH | hip; knee | 10.1186/s12889-016-3030-0 | 16 | 367 | INCLUDE | moderate | Study protocol for controlled trial of hip/knee OA comparing an intervention with 8 supervised group sessions plus home exercises. While labeled controlled rather than explicitly randomized, the design suggests supervision level comparison and ambiguity warrants inclusion per sensitivity rules. |
| 27134382 | Miyagawa H | 2016 | One-Year Results Of Voluntary-Based Supervised Exercise Or Treatment At Orthopedic Clinic For Radiographic Severe Knee Osteoarthritis. | Miyagawa H;Ikemoto T;Honjo H;Akao M;Tsujimoto T;Ushida T | JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY SCIENCE | knee | 10.1589/jpts.28.906 | 28 | 906-10 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing supervised exercise group vs conventional clinical treatment in severe knee OA patients. Clear comparison of supervised physical exercise versus alternative treatment approach. |
| 27146819 | Petersen W | 2016 | Evaluating The Potential Synergistic Benefit Of A Realignment Brace On Patients Receiving Exercise Therapy For Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Petersen W;Ellermann A;Rembitzki Iv;Scheffler S;Herbort M;Brüggemann Gp;Best R;Zantop T;Liebau C | ARCHIVES OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND TRAUMA SURGERY | | 10.1007/s00402-016-2464-2 | 136 | 975-82 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT involves patellofemoral pain syndrome (not osteoarthritis as primary condition) and compares supervised physiotherapy with versus without a patellar brace. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 27183035 | Wang C | 2016 | Comparative Effectiveness Of Tai Chi Versus Physical Therapy For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Trial. | Wang C;Schmid Ch;Iversen Md;Harvey Wf;Fielding Ra;Driban Jb;Price Ll;Wong Jb;Reid Kf;Rones R;Mcalindon T | ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.7326/M15-2143 | 165 | 77-86 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing Tai Chi (2x/week supervised for 12 weeks) versus physical therapy (2x/week supervised for 6 weeks followed by 6 weeks monitored home exercise) in knee OA patients. The physical therapy arm transitions from supervised to home-based exercise, creating a supervision level comparison. |
| 27197702 | Pearson J | 2016 | Developing A Web-Based Version Of An Exercise-Based Rehabilitation Program For People With Chronic Knee And Hip Pain: A Mixed Methods Study. | Pearson J;Walsh N;Carter D;Koskela S;Hurley M | JMIR RESEARCH PROTOCOLS | knee; hip | 10.2196/resprot.5446 | 5 | E67 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a development and feasibility study focused on creating a web-based version of an exercise program using mixed methods (surveys, focus groups, interviews). It does not describe a randomized controlled trial comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 27211862 | Munukka M | 2016 | Efficacy Of Progressive Aquatic Resistance Training For Tibiofemoral Cartilage In Postmenopausal Women With Mild Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Munukka M;Waller B;Rantalainen T;Häkkinen A;Nieminen Mt;Lammentausta E;Kujala Um;Paloneva J;Sipilä S;Peuna A;Kautiainen H;Selänne H;Kiviranta I;Heinonen A | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2016.05.007 | 24 | 1708-1717 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares supervised aquatic resistance training to a control group maintaining usual physical activity, not to unsupervised or home-based exercise. The comparison does not meet inclusion criteria as both groups do not receive structured exercise programs differing in supervision level. |
| 27225609 | Doğan N | 2016 | [Levels Of Pain And Self-Efficacy Of Individuals With Osteoarthritis]. | Doğan N;Göriş S;Demir H | AGRI : AGRI (ALGOLOJI) DERNEGI'NIN YAYIN ORGANIDIR = THE JOURNAL OF THE TURKISH SOCIETY OF ALGOLOGY | | 10.5505/agri.2015.30085 | 28 | 25-31 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a descriptive, observational study examining pain and self-efficacy levels in OA patients. It is not an RCT and does not involve an exercise intervention comparison. |
| 27233479 | Saw Mm | 2016 | Significant Improvements In Pain After A Six-Week Physiotherapist-Led Exercise And Education Intervention, In Patients With Osteoarthritis Awaiting Arthroplasty, In South Africa: A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Saw Mm;Kruger-Jakins T;Edries N;Parker R | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.1186/s12891-016-1088-6 | 17 | 236 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT in OA patients comparing a six-week physiotherapist-led group-based exercise and education intervention to usual care. While not explicitly stating 'supervised vs unsupervised,' the physiotherapist-led group sessions likely represent supervised exercise versus usual care (likely unsupervised). |
| 27260482 | Kim Yh | 2016 | Ultrashort Versus Conventional Anatomic Cementless Femoral Stems In The Same Patients Younger Than 55 Years. | Kim Yh;Park Jw;Kim Js | CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND RELATED RESEARCH | | 10.1007/s11999-016-4902-4 | 474 | 2008-17 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares ultrashort versus conventional femoral stems in total hip arthroplasty. It is not an exercise intervention study and does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 27267755 | Marconcin P | 2016 | The Ple(2)No Self-Management And Exercise Program For Knee Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Marconcin P;Espanha M;Yázigi F;Campos P | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-016-1115-7 | 17 | 250 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This is a protocol comparing a self-management and exercise program to an educational intervention (control), not comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. The primary comparison is program type rather than supervision level. |
| 27295978 | Schache Mb | 2016 | Does The Addition Of Hip Strengthening Exercises Improve Outcomes Following Total Knee Arthroplasty? A Study Protocol For A Randomized Trial. | Schache Mb;Mcclelland Ja;Webster Ke | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip; knee | 10.1186/s12891-016-1104-x | 17 | 259 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a study in post-TKA patients, not individuals with osteoarthritis. The comparison is between usual care with versus without additional hip strengthening, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 27296366 | Wylde V | 2016 | Effectiveness And Cost-Effectiveness Of Outpatient Physiotherapy After Knee Replacement For Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Wylde V;Artz N;Marques E;Lenguerrand E;Dixon S;Beswick Ad;Burston A;Murray J;Parwez T;Blom Aw;Gooberman-Hill R | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-016-1418-x | 17 | 289 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing outpatient group-based physiotherapy versus usual care after knee replacement surgery. However, it is a protocol without results, and the population is post-surgical knee replacement rather than osteoarthritis as the primary condition being treated with exercise. |
| 27296899 | Tuakli-Wosornu Ya | 2016 | Predictors Of Exercise Adherence In Patients With Meniscal Tear And Osteoarthritis. | Tuakli-Wosornu Ya;Selzer F;Losina E;Katz Jn | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | menisc | 10.1016/j.apmr.2016.05.011 | 97 | 1945-1952 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis of the MeTeOR trial identifying predictors of exercise adherence. All patients received the same structured supervised exercise program, so there is no comparison of different supervision levels. |
| 27305950 | De Vos Bc | 2016 | Long-Term Effects Of A Randomized, Controlled, Tailor-Made Weight-Loss Intervention In Primary Care On The Health And Lifestyle Of Overweight And Obese Women. | De Vos Bc;Runhaar J;Van Middelkoop M;Krul M;Bierma-Zeinstra Sm | THE AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NUTRITION | | 10.3945/ajcn.116.133512 | 104 | 33-40 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates a weight-loss intervention (diet and exercise) versus control in overweight women for knee OA prevention. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision; rather it compares intervention versus no intervention. |
| 27324883 | Kovács C | 2016 | Effects Of Sulfur Bath On Hip Osteoarthritis: A Randomized, Controlled, Single-Blind, Follow-Up Trial: A Pilot Study. | Kovács C;Bozsik Ã;Pecze M;Borbély I;Fogarasi A;Kovács L;Tefner Ik;Bender T | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOMETEOROLOGY | hip | 10.1007/s00484-016-1158-3 | 60 | 1675-1680 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares balneotherapy plus home exercise versus home exercise alone in hip OA patients. Both groups receive the same exercise intervention (home exercise therapy), so there is no difference in supervision level between arms. |
| 27398991 | Hinman Rs | 2016 | Unloading Shoes For Self-Management Of Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Trial. | Hinman Rs;Wrigley Tv;Metcalf Br;Campbell Pk;Paterson Kl;Hunter Dj;Kasza J;Forbes A;Bennell Kl | ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.7326/M16-0453 | 165 | 381-9 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two types of footwear (unloading shoes vs conventional walking shoes) for knee osteoarthritis, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. The intervention is a shoe modification, not an exercise program with varying supervision levels. |
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L;Albuquerque C;Ribeiro O;Oliveira S;Morais Mªc;Martins E;Mendes F;Fernandes R;Magalhães C;Araújo P;Pedro Ar;Amaral O;Escoval A;Assunção V;LuÃs H;LuÃs L;Apolinário-Hagen J;Vehreschild V;Fotschl U;Lirk G;Martins Ac;Andrade I;Mendes F;Mendonça V;Antunes S;Andrade I;Osório N;Valado A;Caseiro A;Gabriel A;Martins Ac;Mendes F;Silva Pa;Mónico Lm;Parreira Pm;Carvalho C;Carvalho C;Parreira Pm;Mónico Lm;Ruivo J;Silva V;Sousa P;Padilha Jm;Ferraz V;AparÃcio G;Duarte J;Vasconcelos C;Almeida A;Neves J;Correia T;Amorim H;Mendes R;Saboga-Nunes L;Cunha M;Albuquerque C;Pereira Es;Santos Ls;Reis As;Silva Hr;Rombo J;Fernandes Jc;Fernandes P;Ribeiro J;Mangas C;Freire A;Silva S;Francisco I;Oliveira A;Catarino H;Dixe Mªa;Louro Mªc;Lopes S;Dixe A;Dixe Mªa;Menino E;Catarino H;Soares F;Oliveira Ap;Gordo S;Kraus T;Tomás C;Queirós P;Rodrigues T;Sousa P;Frade Jg;Lobão C;Moura Cb;Dreyer Lc;Meneghetti V;Cabral Pp;Pinto F;Sousa P;Esteves Mªr;Galvão S;Tytgat I;Andrade I;Osório N;Valado A;Caseiro A;Gabriel A;Martins Ac;Mendes F;Casas-Novas M;Bernardo H;Andrade I;Sousa G;Sousa Ap;Rocha C;Belo P;Osório N;Valado A;Caseiro A;Gabriel A;Martins Ac;Mendes F;Martins F;Pulido-Fuentes M;Barroso I;Cabral G;Monteiro Mj;Rainho C;Prado A;Carvalho Ym;Campos M;Moreira L;Ferreira J;Teixeira A;Rama L;Campos M;Moreira L;Ferreira J;Teixeira A;Rama L | BMC HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH | | 10.1186/s12913-016-1423-5 | 16 SUPPL 3 | 200 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a conference proceedings abstract collection, not a single RCT. It contains multiple study abstracts but none appear to be RCTs comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise in people with osteoarthritis. |
| 27440192 | Kise Nj | 2016 | Exercise Therapy Versus Arthroscopic Partial Meniscectomy For Degenerative Meniscal Tear In Middle Aged Patients: Randomised Controlled Trial With Two Year Follow-Up. | Kise Nj;Risberg Ma;Stensrud S;Ranstam J;Engebretsen L;Roos Em | BMJ (CLINICAL RESEARCH ED.) | menisc | 10.1136/bmj.i3740 | 354 | I3740 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT comparing 12-week supervised exercise therapy versus surgery in patients with degenerative meniscal tears (96% had no definitive radiographic evidence of OA). The supervised exercise therapy likely differs from potential unsupervised approaches, though the comparison is primarily exercise vs surgery rather than different supervision levels of exercise. |
| 27494052 | Hiyama Y | 2016 | Effects Of Group-Based Exercise On Range Of Motion, Muscle Strength, Functional Ability, And Pain During The Acute Phase After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Controlled Clinical Trial. | Hiyama Y;Kamitani T;Wada O;Mizuno K;Yamada M | THE JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.2519/jospt.2016.6409 | 46 | 742-8 | EXCLUDE | high | This is not an RCT (prospective observational study with historical control group). Additionally, the population is post-TKA patients, not osteoarthritis patients treated conservatively. |
| 27506148 | Jones D | 2016 | Incorporating Novel Mobile Health Technologies Into Management Of Knee Osteoarthritis In Patients Treated With Intra-Articular Hyaluronic Acid: Rationale And Protocol Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Jones D;Skrepnik N;Toselli Rm;Leroy B | JMIR RESEARCH PROTOCOLS | knee | 10.2196/resprot.5940 | 5 | E164 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol paper only without results. Both groups receive education and wearable monitors; the comparison is mHealth app access vs no app access, not supervised vs unsupervised exercise. |
| 27553385 | Schrubbe La | 2016 | Pain Coping Skills Training For African Americans With Osteoarthritis (Staart): Study Protocol Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Schrubbe La;Ravyts Sg;Benas Bc;Campbell Lc;Cené Cw;Coffman Cj;Gunn Ah;Keefe Fj;Nagle Ct;Oddone Ez;Somers Tj;Stanwyck Cl;Taylor Ss;Allen Kd | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.1186/s12891-016-1217-2 | 17 | 359 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT evaluating pain coping skills training vs wait list control for African Americans with knee OA. This is not comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise but rather a cognitive-behavioral intervention. |
| 27623532 | Srikesavan Cs | 2016 | Task-Oriented Training With Computer Games For People With Rheumatoid Arthritis Or Hand Osteoarthritis: A Feasibility Randomized Controlled Trial. | Srikesavan Cs;Shay B;Szturm T | GAMES FOR HEALTH JOURNAL | hand | 10.1089/g4h.2016.0005 | 5 | 295-303 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing two different home-based exercise programs (task-oriented computer games vs conventional hand exercises) in RA/hand OA patients. Both arms are home-based without supervision differences. |
| 27639506 | Pereira Dl | 2016 | [Pain After Major Elective Orthopedic Surgery Of The Lower Limb And Type Of Anesthesia: Does It Matter?]. | Pereira Dl;Meleiro Hl;Correia Ia;Fonseca S | REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE ANESTESIOLOGIA | | 10.1016/j.bjan.2016.08.001 | 66 | 628-636 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a prospective observational study (not randomized) comparing types of anesthesia in patients undergoing arthroplasty surgery. It does not involve an exercise intervention or comparison. |
| 27681448 | Bartholdy C | 2016 | A Standardized "Rescue" Exercise Program For Symptomatic Flare-Up Of Knee Osteoarthritis: Description And Safety Considerations. | Bartholdy C;Klokker L;Bandak E;Bliddal H;Henriksen M | THE JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.2519/jospt.2016.6908 | 46 | 942-946 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis describing a standardized rescue exercise program for symptom flare-ups in knee OA patients. It is not an RCT and does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 27725941 | Chang Sy | 2016 | Exercise Alters Gait Pattern But Not Knee Load In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Chang Sy;Lin Yj;Hsu Wc;Hsieh Lf;Lin Yh;Chang Cc;Chou Yc;Chen Lf | BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL | knee | 10.1155/2016/7468937 | 2016 | 7468937 | EXCLUDE | high | Single-arm study (no control group) examining outcomes of a combined physiotherapist-supervised and home-based exercise program in knee OA patients. Not a randomized comparison of different supervision levels. |
| 27737685 | Barker Kl | 2016 | Community-Based Rehabilitation After Knee Arthroplasty (Corka): Study Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Barker Kl;Beard D;Price A;Toye F;Underwood M;Drummond A;Collins G;Dutton S;Campbell H;Kenealy N;Room J;Lamb Se | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-016-1629-1 | 17 | 501 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT protocol comparing community-based/home-based multidisciplinary rehabilitation vs usual care after knee arthroplasty in patients with knee OA. This likely represents a comparison of different supervision levels (home-based vs standard care), warranting inclusion. |
| 27766275 | Eitzen I | 2016 | Quantifying Quadriceps Muscle Strength In Patients With Acl Injury, Focal Cartilage Lesions, And Degenerative Meniscus Tears: Differences And Clinical Implications. | Eitzen I;Grindem H;Nilstad A;Moksnes H;Risberg Ma | ORTHOPAEDIC JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE | menisc | 10.1177/2325967116667717 | 4 | 2325967116667717 | EXCLUDE | high | Not a comparison of supervised vs non-supervised exercise. This cohort study describes supervised exercise therapy outcomes in patients with ACL injury, cartilage lesions, and meniscus tears, but does not compare different levels of supervision. |
| 27793238 | Pereira Dl | 2016 | Pain After Major Elective Orthopedic Surgery Of The Lower Limb And Type Of Anesthesia: Does It Matter? | Pereira Dl;Meleiro Hl;Correia Ia;Fonseca S | BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF ANESTHESIOLOGY (ELSEVIER) | | 10.1016/j.bjane.2015.06.002 | 66 | 628-636 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a prospective observational study (not randomized) comparing types of anesthesia in patients undergoing arthroplasty surgery. It does not involve an exercise intervention or comparison. |
| 27821103 | Coppack Rj | 2016 | A Comparison Of Multidisciplinary Team Residential Rehabilitation With Conventional Outpatient Care For The Treatment Of Non-Arthritic Intra-Articular Hip Pain In Uk Military Personnel - A Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Coppack Rj;Bilzon Jl;Wills Ak;Mccurdie Im;Partridge L;Nicol Am;Bennett An | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip | 10.1186/s12891-016-1309-z | 17 | 459 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing residential multidisciplinary rehabilitation with outpatient physiotherapy for non-arthritic hip pain in military personnel. The population does not have osteoarthritis, which is an exclusion criterion per the screening instructions. |
| 27840435 | Hajduk G | 2016 | Kinematic Gait Parameters Changes In Patients After Total Knee Arthroplasty. Comparison Between Cruciate-Retaining And Posterior-Substituting Design. | Hajduk G;Nowak K;Sobota G;Kusz D;Kopeć K;BÅ‚aszczak E;CieliÅ„ski Å;Bacik B | ACTA OF BIOENGINEERING AND BIOMECHANICS | knee | | 18 | 137-142 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a comparative study of surgical techniques (cruciate-retaining vs posterior-substituting total knee arthroplasty) and implant designs, not an RCT comparing different levels of exercise supervision. While it mentions supervised physical therapy, it does not compare supervised vs non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 27851675 | Warren M | 2016 | A Comparative Study To Determine Functional And Clinical Outcome Differences Between Patients Receiving Outpatient Direct Physical Therapy Versus Home Physical Therapy Followed By Outpatient Physical Therapy After Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Warren M;Kozik J;Cook J;Prefontaine P;Ganley K | ORTHOPEDIC NURSING | knee | 10.1097/NOR.0000000000000295 | 35 | 382-390 | INCLUDE | high | This retrospective cohort study compares outpatient physical therapy (supervised clinic-based) versus home health physical therapy followed by outpatient PT after TKA for OA. While retrospective, it directly compares different supervision settings and warrants inclusion for sensitivity. |
| 27965830 | White A | 2016 | Western Medical Acupuncture In A Group Setting For Knee Osteoarthritis: Results Of A Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial. | White A;Tough L;Eyre V;Vickery J;Asprey A;Quinn C;Warren F;Pritchard C;Foster Ne;Taylor Rs;Underwood M;Dieppe P | PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES | knee | 10.1186/s40814-016-0051-5 | 2 | 10 | EXCLUDE | high | This pilot RCT compares group acupuncture versus individual acupuncture versus standard advice in knee OA. The intervention is acupuncture, not exercise, so it does not meet the inclusion criteria for comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 28003302 | Van De Graaf Va | 2016 | Cost-Effectiveness Of Early Surgery Versus Conservative Treatment With Optional Delayed Meniscectomy For Patients Over 45 Years With Non-Obstructive Meniscal Tears (Escape Study): Protocol Of A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Van De Graaf Va;Scholtes Va;Wolterbeek N;Noorduyn Jc;Neeter C;Van Tulder Mw;Saris Db;De Gast A;Poolman Rw | BMJ OPEN | menisc | 10.1136/bmjopen-2016-014381 | 6 | E014381 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing early meniscectomy surgery versus conservative treatment for meniscal tears, not specifically comparing exercise supervision levels in OA patients. The focus is on surgical versus conservative management, not exercise supervision. |
| 28879038 | Henriksen M | 2016 | No Effects Of Functional Exercise Therapy On Walking Biomechanics In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Exploratory Outcome Analyses From A Randomised Trial. | Henriksen M;Klokker L;Bartholdy C;Schjoedt-Jorgensen T;Bandak E;Bliddal H | BMJ OPEN SPORT & EXERCISE MEDICINE | knee | 10.1136/bmjsem-2017-000230 | 2 | E000230 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares facility-based supervised neuromuscular exercise therapy (3x/week supervised) versus a no attention control group in knee OA. No comparison between different supervision levels of exercise is made. |
| 29736482 | Doiron-Cadrin P | 2016 | Effects Of A Tele-Prehabilitation Program Or An In-Person Prehabilitation Program In Surgical Candidates Awaiting Total Hip Or Knee Arthroplasty: Protocol Of A Pilot Single Blind Randomized Controlled Trial. | Doiron-Cadrin P;Kairy D;Vendittoli Pa;Lowry V;Poitras S;Desmeules F | CONTEMPORARY CLINICAL TRIALS COMMUNICATIONS | hip; knee | 10.1016/j.conctc.2016.10.001 | 4 | 192-198 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing in-person prehabilitation (supervised) vs tele-prehabilitation (remote/minimally supervised) vs control in patients awaiting hip/knee arthroplasty for OA. Clearly differs in supervision level between in-person and telerehabilitation arms. |
| 29809372 | Singh Op | 2016 | Quantitative Assessment Of Muscle Activity And Joint Load In Braced And Unbraced Osteoarthritis Knee By External Strain Gauge Sensor. | Singh Op;Gambhir Is;Saraf Sk;Deshpande Sb;Singh G | INDIAN JOURNAL OF PHYSIOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY | knee | | 60 | 145-154 | EXCLUDE | moderate | While this appears to be a prospective study comparing exercise therapy versus balance therapy in osteoarthritis patients, the focus is on assessing muscle activity with/without knee brace using strain gauges. No clear indication this compares supervised versus unsupervised exercise delivery. |
| 30142084 | Kise Nj | 2016 | Exercise Therapy Versus Arthroscopic Partial Meniscectomy For Degenerative Meniscal Tear In Middle Aged Patients: Randomised Controlled Trial With Two Year Follow-Up. | Kise Nj;Risberg Ma;Stensrud S;Ranstam J;Engebretsen L;Roos Em | BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE | menisc | 10.1136/bjsports-2016-i3740rep | 50 | 1473-1480 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares supervised exercise therapy to arthroscopic surgery, not to non-supervised exercise. The comparison is exercise versus surgical intervention, not varying levels of exercise supervision. |
| 24107979 | Dziedzic K | 2015 | Self-Management Approaches For Osteoarthritis In The Hand: A 2×2 Factorial Randomised Trial. | Dziedzic K;Nicholls E;Hill S;Hammond A;Handy J;Thomas E;Hay E | ANNALS OF THE RHEUMATIC DISEASES | hand | 10.1136/annrheumdis-2013-203938 | 74 | 108-18 | EXCLUDE | high | Factorial RCT comparing joint protection and hand exercises in hand OA. The comparison is between different intervention types (joint protection vs exercise vs combined), not between different levels of supervision for the same exercise intervention. |
| 24667900 | Hennig T | 2015 | Effect Of Home-Based Hand Exercises In Women With Hand Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Hennig T;Hæhre L;Hornburg Vt;Mowinckel P;Norli Es;Kjeken I | ANNALS OF THE RHEUMATIC DISEASES | hand | 10.1136/annrheumdis-2013-204808 | 74 | 1501-8 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT in hand OA comparing home-based exercises with occupational therapist follow-up calls versus information only (control). The exercise group receives supervision through telephone follow-up, representing a comparison of supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 24773119 | Peter W | 2015 | Effectiveness Of An Interactive Postgraduate Educational Intervention With Patient Participation On The Adherence To A Physiotherapy Guideline For Hip And Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Peter W;Van Der Wees Pj;Verhoef J;De Jong Z;Van Bodegom-Vos L;Hilberdink Wk;Fiocco M;Vliet Vlieland Tp | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | hip; knee | 10.3109/09638288.2014.913708 | 37 | 274-82 | EXCLUDE | high | Study evaluates effectiveness of an educational intervention for physiotherapists on guideline adherence, not a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery to OA patients. Wrong intervention type. |
| 24852505 | Keays Sl | 2015 | Individualized Physiotherapy In The Treatment Of Patellofemoral Pain. | Keays Sl;Mason M;Newcombe Pa | PHYSIOTHERAPY RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL : THE JOURNAL FOR RESEARCHERS AND CLINICIANS IN PHYSICAL THERAPY | | 10.1002/pri.1593 | 20 | 22-36 | EXCLUDE | high | Study focuses on patellofemoral pain (PFP), not osteoarthritis as the primary condition. No comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 25078945 | Kawi J | 2015 | Activation To Self-Management And Exercise In Overweight And Obese Older Women With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Kawi J;Schuerman S;Alpert Pt;Young D | CLINICAL NURSING RESEARCH | knee | 10.1177/1054773814544167 | 24 | 644-60 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a quasi-experimental study, not an RCT. While it compares two exercise groups (walking vs stepping), it does not meet the randomization requirement. |
| 25096309 | Armagan O | 2015 | Comparison Of The Symptomatic And Chondroprotective Effects Of Glucosamine Sulphate And Exercise Treatments In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Armagan O;Yilmazer S;Calisir C;Ozgen M;Tascioglu F;Oner S;Akcar N | JOURNAL OF BACK AND MUSCULOSKELETAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.3233/BMR-140516 | 28 | 287-93 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares oral glucosamine sulphate medication versus a home exercise program in knee OA patients. This is not a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise; it compares pharmacological treatment to exercise. |
| 25158093 | Kaminska E | 2015 | Differences In Isokinetic Strength Of The Knee Extensors And Flexors In Men With Isolated And Combined Cruciate-Ligament Knee Injury. | Kaminska E;Piontek T;Wiernicka M;Cywinska-Wasilewska G;Lewandowski J;Lochynski D | JOURNAL OF SPORT REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1123/jsr.2014-0157 | 24 | 268-77 | EXCLUDE | high | Cross-sectional study examining isokinetic strength differences in men with cruciate ligament injuries, not osteoarthritis. Not an RCT and does not compare exercise interventions. |
| 25201765 | Liao Cd | 2015 | Body Mass Index And Functional Mobility Outcome Following Early Rehabilitation After A Total Knee Replacement: A Retrospective Study In Taiwan. | Liao Cd;Huang Yc;Lin Lf;Huang Sw;Liou Th | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.22474 | 67 | 799-808 | EXCLUDE | high | Retrospective observational study examining the effect of BMI on post-TKR rehabilitation outcomes. Not a randomized trial and does not compare different supervision levels. |
| 25220488 | Han As | 2015 | Early Rehabilitation After Total Knee Replacement Surgery: A Multicenter, Noninferiority, Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing A Home Exercise Program With Usual Outpatient Care. | Han As;Nairn L;Harmer Ar;Crosbie J;March L;Parker D;Crawford R;Fransen M | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.22457 | 67 | 196-202 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing monitored home exercise program (non-supervised) versus usual outpatient care rehabilitation (supervised) in patients with knee OA undergoing TKR. Clear supervision level difference between arms. |
| 25267266 | Duivenvoorden T | 2015 | Do Laterally Wedged Insoles Or Valgus Braces Unload The Medial Compartment Of The Knee In Patients With Osteoarthritis? | Duivenvoorden T;Van Raaij Tm;Horemans Hl;Brouwer Rw;Bos Pk;Bierma-Zeinstra Sm;Verhaar Ja;Reijman M | CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND RELATED RESEARCH | knee | 10.1007/s11999-014-3947-5 | 473 | 265-74 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares laterally wedged insoles versus valgus braces in knee OA patients, evaluating biomechanical outcomes. It does not involve exercise interventions or compare different levels of supervision, thus not meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 25299520 | Stensrud S | 2015 | Effect Of Exercise Therapy Compared With Arthroscopic Surgery On Knee Muscle Strength And Functional Performance In Middle-Aged Patients With Degenerative Meniscus Tears: A 3-Mo Follow-Up Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Stensrud S;Risberg Ma;Roos Em | AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION | knee; menisc | 10.1097/PHM.0000000000000209 | 94 | 460-73 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares supervised exercise therapy versus arthroscopic surgery in patients with degenerative meniscus tears and mild OA. Since it compares exercise to surgery rather than different levels of exercise supervision, it does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 25339642 | Oppong R | 2015 | Joint Protection And Hand Exercises For Hand Osteoarthritis: An Economic Evaluation Comparing Methods For The Analysis Of Factorial Trials. | Oppong R;Jowett S;Nicholls E;Whitehurst Dg;Hill S;Hammond A;Hay Em;Dziedzic K | RHEUMATOLOGY (OXFORD, ENGLAND) | hand | 10.1093/rheumatology/keu389 | 54 | 876-83 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing different levels of supervision for hand OA management. It compares joint protection (likely supervised), hand exercises (likely supervised), combination therapy, versus leaflet and advice (minimal supervision/self-directed), clearly meeting inclusion criteria for comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 25370359 | Christensen R | 2015 | Effect Of Weight Maintenance On Symptoms Of Knee Osteoarthritis In Obese Patients: A Twelve-Month Randomized Controlled Trial. | Christensen R;Henriksen M;Leeds Ar;Gudbergsen H;Christensen P;Sørensen Tj;Bartels Em;Riecke Bf;Aaboe J;Frederiksen R;Boesen M;Lohmander Ls;Astrup A;Bliddal H | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.22504 | 67 | 640-50 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares weight maintenance strategies (dietary support, knee-exercise program, or control) after weight loss in obese knee OA patients. The comparison is between different maintenance approaches (diet vs exercise vs control), not supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 25413168 | Helminen Ee | 2015 | Effectiveness Of A Cognitive-Behavioural Group Intervention For Knee Osteoarthritis Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Helminen Ee;Sinikallio Sh;Valjakka Al;Väisänen-Rouvali Rh;Arokoski Jp | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/0269215514558567 | 29 | 868-81 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares a cognitive-behavioral group intervention versus ordinary GP care in knee OA patients. The intervention is primarily psychological/educational rather than an exercise comparison differing in supervision level. |
| 25437509 | Naylor Jm | 2015 | Is There A Role For Rehabilitation Streaming Following Total Knee Arthroplasty? Preliminary Insights From A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Naylor Jm;Crosbie J;Ko V | JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | 10.2340/16501977-1919 | 47 | 235-41 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares supervised therapy versus home-based (unsupervised) therapy in total knee arthroplasty recipients. Although post-surgical rather than primary OA, the retrospective analysis examines supervision level differences in exercise delivery, meeting core inclusion criteria. |
| 25452437 | Irwin Ml | 2015 | Randomized Exercise Trial Of Aromatase Inhibitor-Induced Arthralgia In Breast Cancer Survivors. | Irwin Ml;Cartmel B;Gross Cp;Ercolano E;Li F;Yao X;Fiellin M;Capozza S;Rothbard M;Zhou Y;Harrigan M;Sanft T;Schmitz K;Neogi T;Hershman D;Ligibel J | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ONCOLOGY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CLINICAL ONCOLOGY | | 10.1200/JCO.2014.57.1547 | 33 | 1104-11 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT studies breast cancer survivors with aromatase inhibitor-induced arthralgia, not people with osteoarthritis as the primary condition. The population does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 25455832 | Dwyer L | 2015 | Manual And Manipulative Therapy In Addition To Rehabilitation For Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: Assessor-Blind Randomized Pilot Trial. | Dwyer L;Parkin-Smith Gf;Brantingham Jw;Korporaal C;Cassa Tk;Globe G;Bonnefin D;Tong V | JOURNAL OF MANIPULATIVE AND PHYSIOLOGICAL THERAPEUTICS | knee | 10.1016/j.jmpt.2014.10.002 | 38 | 1-21.E2 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares manual/manipulative therapy (MMT) interventions, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. While it includes a rehabilitation component, the primary comparison is MMT versus rehabilitation, not supervision levels of exercise delivery. |
| 25533574 | Zeng R | 2015 | A Randomized Controlled Trial: Preoperative Home-Based Combined Tai Chi And Strength Training (Tcst) To Improve Balance And Aerobic Capacity In Patients With Total Hip Arthroplasty (Tha). | Zeng R;Lin J;Wu S;Chen L;Chen S;Gao H;Zheng Y;Ma H | ARCHIVES OF GERONTOLOGY AND GERIATRICS | hip | 10.1016/j.archger.2014.11.009 | 60 | 265-71 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT in hip OA patients compares a 12-week home-based Tai Chi and strength training program done under family supervision to a control group. This represents minimally supervised (family-supervised) vs no exercise comparison in OA patients. |
| 25539478 | Hall M | 2015 | Neuromuscular Exercise Post Partial Medial Meniscectomy: Randomized Controlled Trial. | Hall M;Hinman Rs;Wrigley Tv;Roos Em;Hodges Pw;Staples Mp;Bennell Kl | MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE | menisc | 10.1249/MSS.0000000000000596 | 47 | 1557-66 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares a physiotherapist-guided home-based neuromuscular exercise program (8 individual sessions plus home exercises) to a control group with no exercise in people post-meniscectomy. This represents supervised/guided vs unsupervised (no exercise) comparison relevant to OA patients. |
| 25552523 | Liao Cd | 2015 | Functional Outcomes Of Outpatient Balance Training Following Total Knee Replacement In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Liao Cd;Lin Lf;Huang Yc;Huang Sw;Chou Lc;Liou Th | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/0269215514564086 | 29 | 855-67 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two types of supervised rehabilitation (balance-based vs functional rehabilitation) after total knee replacement. Both groups received supervised outpatient rehabilitation - there is no comparison of supervised vs non-supervised exercise. |
| 25591130 | Lun V | 2015 | Efficacy Of Hip Strengthening Exercises Compared With Leg Strengthening Exercises On Knee Pain, Function, And Quality Of Life In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Lun V;Marsh A;Bray R;Lindsay D;Wiley P | CLINICAL JOURNAL OF SPORT MEDICINE : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE CANADIAN ACADEMY OF SPORT MEDICINE | hip; knee | 10.1097/JSM.0000000000000170 | 25 | 509-17 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares hip versus leg strengthening exercises in knee OA patients. Both programs included 3 weeks of supervised exercise followed by 9 weeks of unsupervised at-home exercise, representing a comparison of initial supervised transition to home-based exercise. |
| 25655490 | Rewald S | 2015 | Aquatic Circuit Training Including Aqua-Cycling In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Feasibility Study. | Rewald S;Mesters I;Emans Pj;Arts Jj;Lenssen Af;De Bie Ra | JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | 10.2340/16501977-1937 | 47 | 376-81 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm feasibility study with pre-post assessment of an aquatic circuit training program including aqua-cycling in knee OA patients. It does not compare different levels of supervision. |
| 25668399 | Koli J | 2015 | Effects Of Exercise On Patellar Cartilage In Women With Mild Knee Osteoarthritis. | Koli J;Multanen J;Kujala Um;Häkkinen A;Nieminen Mt;Kautiainen H;Lammentausta E;Jämsä T;Ahola R;Selänne H;Kiviranta I;Heinonen A | MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE | knee | 10.1249/MSS.0000000000000629 | 47 | 1767-74 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares a supervised progressive impact exercise program three times weekly for 12 months versus a non-intervention control group in postmenopausal women with mild knee OA. This clearly compares supervised exercise to no supervision. |
| 25734997 | Rini C | 2015 | Automated Internet-Based Pain Coping Skills Training To Manage Osteoarthritis Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Rini C;Porter Ls;Somers Tj;Mckee Dc;Devellis Rf;Smith M;Winkel G;Ahern Dk;Goldman R;Stiller Jl;Mariani C;Patterson C;Jordan Jm;Caldwell Ds;Keefe Fj | PAIN | | 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000000121 | 156 | 837-848 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares an automated Internet-based pain coping skills training program to an assessment-only control group. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 25768068 | Segal Na | 2015 | Intensive Gait Training For Older Adults With Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis. | Segal Na;Glass Na;Teran-Yengle P;Singh B;Wallace Rb;Yack Hj | AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1097/PHM.0000000000000264 | 94 | 848-58 | EXCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing individualized gait training versus usual care in knee OA. While gait training was supervised, usual care is not specified as unsupervised exercise but rather a non-exercise control. |
| 25822572 | Henriksen M | 2015 | Evaluation Of The Benefit Of Corticosteroid Injection Before Exercise Therapy In Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Henriksen M;Christensen R;Klokker L;Bartholdy C;Bandak E;Ellegaard K;Boesen Mp;Riis Rg;Bartels Em;Bliddal H | JAMA INTERNAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.1001/jamainternmed.2015.0461 | 175 | 923-30 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing corticosteroid injection versus placebo injection before exercise therapy in knee OA. Both groups received the same supervised exercise program; no comparison of supervision levels. |
| 25868424 | Kwasnicki Rm | 2015 | A Wearable Mobility Assessment Device For Total Knee Replacement: A Longitudinal Feasibility Study. | Kwasnicki Rm;Ali R;Jordan Sj;Atallah L;Leong Jj;Jones Gg;Cobb J;Yang Gz;Darzi A | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SURGERY (LONDON, ENGLAND) | knee | 10.1016/j.ijsu.2015.04.032 | 18 | 14-20 | EXCLUDE | high | Feasibility study of a wearable sensor device for monitoring mobility after knee replacement. Not an RCT comparing exercise interventions with different supervision levels. |
| 25882926 | Wallis Ja | 2015 | The Maximum Tolerated Dose Of Walking For People With Severe Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: A Phase I Trial. | Wallis Ja;Webster Ke;Levinger P;Singh Pj;Fong C;Taylor Nf | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2015.04.001 | 23 | 1285-93 | EXCLUDE | high | Phase I dose-escalation trial testing different doses of supervised walking, not a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. No randomization or control group mentioned. |
| 25886499 | Eitzen I | 2015 | No Effects Of A 12-Week Supervised Exercise Therapy Program On Gait In Patients With Mild To Moderate Osteoarthritis: A Secondary Analysis Of A Randomized Trial. | Eitzen I;Fernandes L;Nordsletten L;Risberg Ma | JOURNAL OF NEGATIVE RESULTS IN BIOMEDICINE | | 10.1186/s12952-015-0023-y | 14 | 5 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing patient education plus 12-week supervised exercise therapy versus patient education only in hip OA patients. Clearly compares supervised exercise to a control without supervised exercise. |
| 25887078 | Carmona-Terés V | 2015 | Effectiveness And Cost-Effectiveness Of A Health Coaching Intervention To Improve The Lifestyle Of Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Cluster Randomized Clinical Trial. | Carmona-Terés V;Lumillo-Gutiérrez I;Jodar-Fernández L;Rodriguez-Blanco T;Moix-Queraltó J;Pujol-Ribera E;Mas X;Batlle-Gualda E;Gobbo-Montoya M;Berenguera A | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-015-0501-x | 16 | 38 | INCLUDE | moderate | This cluster RCT protocol compares health coaching intervention (20 hours plus follow-up) versus standard care in knee OA patients, including physical activity components. The coaching intervention likely represents higher supervision than standard care, warranting inclusion per sensitivity rules. |
| 25887365 | Cuperus N | 2015 | Randomized Trial Of The Effectiveness Of A Non-Pharmacological Multidisciplinary Face-To-Face Treatment Program On Daily Function Compared To A Telephone-Based Treatment Program In Patients With Generalized Osteoarthritis. | Cuperus N;Hoogeboom Tj;Kersten Cc;Den Broeder Aa;Vlieland Tp;Van Den Ende Ch | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | | 10.1016/j.joca.2015.04.007 | 23 | 1267-75 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares face-to-face multidisciplinary treatment (7 group sessions) versus telephone-based treatment (2 group sessions plus 4 phone contacts) in generalized OA patients. These delivery modes likely differ in supervision level, meeting the sensitivity rules for inclusion. |
| 25937024 | Skou St | 2015 | The Efficacy Of 12 Weeks Non-Surgical Treatment For Patients Not Eligible For Total Knee Replacement: A Randomized Controlled Trial With 1-Year Follow-Up. | Skou St;Rasmussen S;Laursen Mb;Rathleff Ms;Arendt-Nielsen L;Simonsen O;Roos Em | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2015.04.021 | 23 | 1465-75 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares a 12-week individualized treatment program (including progressed neuromuscular exercise) with usual care in knee OA patients. The exercise component appears to be supervised/individualized versus minimal supervision in usual care, meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 25961017 | López-Liria R | 2015 | Home-Based Versus Hospital-Based Rehabilitation Program After Total Knee Replacement. | López-Liria R;Padilla-Góngora D;Catalan-Matamoros D;Rocamora-Pérez P;Pérez-De La Cruz S;Fernández-Sánchez M | BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL | knee | 10.1155/2015/450421 | 2015 | 450421 | INCLUDE | high | This study compares home-based rehabilitation versus hospital-based rehabilitation after total knee replacement in OA patients. This represents a comparison of different supervision levels (home vs hospital setting) which aligns with the inclusion criteria. |
| 25990196 | Rabini A | 2015 | Effects Of Focal Muscle Vibration On Physical Functioning In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Rabini A;De Sire A;Marzetti E;Gimigliano R;Ferriero G;Piazzini Db;Iolascon G;Gimigliano F | EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | | 51 | 513-20 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares focal muscle vibration therapy to sham treatment in knee OA patients. Neither intervention is an exercise program, and there is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 25993805 | Zuo C | 2015 | [Controlled Clinical Study On Compound Decumbent Corydalis Rhizome And Diclofenac In Treatment Of Knee Osteoarthritis]. | Zuo C;Yin G;Cen Xm;Xie Qb | ZHONGGUO ZHONG YAO ZA ZHI = ZHONGGUO ZHONGYAO ZAZHI = CHINA JOURNAL OF CHINESE MATERIA MEDICA | knee | | 40 | 149-53 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two pharmacological treatments (compound herbal medicine versus diclofenac) for knee OA. No exercise intervention or supervision comparison is involved. |
| 26023213 | Bennell Kl | 2015 | Effects Of Adding An Internet-Based Pain Coping Skills Training Protocol To A Standardized Education And Exercise Program For People With Persistent Hip Pain (Hope Trial): Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol. | Bennell Kl;Rini C;Keefe F;French S;Nelligan R;Kasza J;Forbes A;Dobson F;Abbott Jh;Dalwood A;Vicenzino B;Harris A;Hinman Rs | PHYSICAL THERAPY | hip | 10.2522/ptj.20150119 | 95 | 1408-22 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates total knee arthroplasty surgical alignment and outcomes, not an exercise intervention comparison. The population has undergone knee replacement surgery, not conservative management of OA. |
| 26026693 | Manjunath Ks | 2015 | Evaluation Of Alignment In Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Prospective Study. | Manjunath Ks;Gopalakrishna Kg;Vineeth G | EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY & TRAUMATOLOGY : ORTHOPEDIE TRAUMATOLOGIE | knee | 10.1007/s00590-015-1638-x | 25 | 895-903 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a prospective observational study evaluating alignment in total knee arthroplasty, not an RCT comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. No exercise intervention is being tested. |
| 26042191 | Sugimoto D | 2015 | Abcs Of Evidence-Based Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Prevention Strategies In Female Athletes. | Sugimoto D;Myer Gd;Micheli Lj;Hewett Te | CURRENT PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION REPORTS | | 10.1007/s40141-014-0076-8 | 3 | 43-49 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a narrative summary of ACL injury prevention strategies in female athletes, not an RCT. The population is injury prevention in athletes, not people with osteoarthritis. |
| 26051574 | Rabago D | 2015 | Hypertonic Dextrose Injection (Prolotherapy) For Knee Osteoarthritis: Long Term Outcomes. | Rabago D;Mundt M;Zgierska A;Grettie J | COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES IN MEDICINE | knee | 10.1016/j.ctim.2015.04.003 | 23 | 388-95 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates prolotherapy (injection therapy) for knee OA, not a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. No exercise supervision comparison is made. |
| 26111922 | Buford Tw | 2015 | Kaatsu Training To Enhance Physical Function Of Older Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: Design Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Buford Tw;Fillingim Rb;Manini Tm;Sibille Kt;Vincent Kr;Wu Ss | CONTEMPORARY CLINICAL TRIALS | knee | 10.1016/j.cct.2015.06.016 | 43 | 217-22 | EXCLUDE | high | Study protocol/design paper comparing Kaatsu training (low-load with blood flow restriction) vs moderate-load resistance training. Both interventions appear to be center-based and supervised, so there is no difference in supervision level between groups. |
| 26131699 | Rodrigues Gh | 2015 | Depression As A Clinical Determinant Of Dependence And Low Quality Of Life In Elderly Patients With Cardiovascular Disease. | Rodrigues Gh;Gebara Oc;Gerbi Cc;Pierri H;Wajngarten M | ARQUIVOS BRASILEIROS DE CARDIOLOGIA | | 10.5935/abc.20150034 | 104 | 443-9 | EXCLUDE | high | Observational study examining clinical determinants of dependence and quality of life in elderly cardiovascular patients. Not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. |
| 26154022 | Umapathy H | 2015 | The Web-Based Osteoarthritis Management Resource My Joint Pain Improves Quality Of Care: A Quasi-Experimental Study. | Umapathy H;Bennell K;Dickson C;Dobson F;Fransen M;Jones G;Hunter Dj | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | | 10.2196/jmir.4376 | 17 | E167 | EXCLUDE | high | Quasi-experimental study design, not a randomized controlled trial. Study design does not meet inclusion criteria despite relevant population (OA). |
| 26174571 | Nagata K | 2015 | Efficacy Of Stabilisation Splint Therapy Combined With Non-Splint Multimodal Therapy For Treating Rdc/Tmd Axis I Patients: A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Nagata K;Maruyama H;Mizuhashi R;Morita S;Hori S;Yokoe T;Sugawara Y | JOURNAL OF ORAL REHABILITATION | | 10.1111/joor.12332 | 42 | 890-9 | EXCLUDE | high | Study evaluates stabilization splint therapy for temporomandibular disorders (TMD), not osteoarthritis. Population and intervention are not relevant to the review question. |
| 26178888 | Moffet H | 2015 | In-Home Telerehabilitation Compared With Face-To-Face Rehabilitation After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Noninferiority Randomized Controlled Trial. | Moffet H;Tousignant M;Nadeau S;Mérette C;Boissy P;Corriveau H;Marquis F;Cabana F;Ranger P;Belzile Él;Dimentberg R | THE JOURNAL OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY. AMERICAN VOLUME | knee | 10.2106/JBJS.N.01066 | 97 | 1129-41 | EXCLUDE | high | Study compares telerehabilitation vs face-to-face rehabilitation after total knee arthroplasty (TKA), not in patients with osteoarthritis as the primary condition. TKA is a surgical treatment for end-stage OA, and this population is post-surgical rather than OA patients receiving conservative management. |
| 26237073 | Da Silva Fs | 2015 | Efficacy Of Simple Integrated Group Rehabilitation Program For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial. | Da Silva Fs;De Melo Fe;Do Amaral Mm;Caldas Vv;Pinheiro Ãl;Abreu Bj;Vieira Wh | JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT | knee | 10.1682/JRRD.2014.08.0199 | 52 | 309-22 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing an integrated group rehabilitation program including supervised exercises vs control group receiving only general health orientation in knee OA patients. This represents supervised exercise vs no supervised exercise comparison. |
| 26297371 | Chang Wj | 2015 | Combined Exercise And Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Intervention For Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol For A Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial. | Chang Wj;Bennell Kl;Hodges Pw;Hinman Rs;Liston Mb;Schabrun Sm | BMJ OPEN | knee | 10.1136/bmjopen-2015-008482 | 5 | E008482 | INCLUDE | moderate | Pilot RCT protocol in knee OA with supervised muscle strengthening exercise twice weekly plus unsupervised home exercises twice weekly in both groups. While both groups have same exercise protocol, the comparison of supervised vs unsupervised components warrants inclusion pending full text review. |
| 26320838 | Guerrero Y | 2015 | Train High Eat Low For Osteoarthritis Study (The Lo Study): Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Guerrero Y;Soomro N;Wilson G;Dam Y;Meiklejohn J;Simpson K;Smith R;Brand-Miller J;Simic M;O'connor H;Mavros Y;Foroughi N;Poon T;Bradshaw K;March L;Vanwanseele B;Eckstein F;Fransen M;Bergamasco J;Anandacoomarasamy A;Singh Mf | JOURNAL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY | | 10.1016/j.jphys.2015.05.020 | 61 | 217 | INCLUDE | low | Protocol for RCT in medial knee OA comparing multiple interventions including gait retraining, progressive resistance training, and combined approaches. Mentions weekly telephone checks but unclear if supervision level differs between exercise arms; full text needed to confirm. |
| 26323729 | Erbas M | 2015 | Comparison Of The Effectivity Of Oral And Intra-Articular Administration Of Tenoxicam In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Erbas M;Simsek T;Kiraz Ha;Sahin H;Toman H | BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF ANESTHESIOLOGY (ELSEVIER) | knee | 10.1016/j.bjane.2013.12.003 | 65 | 333-7 | EXCLUDE | high | Duplicate of PMID 26363688, comparing oral vs intra-articular tenoxicam (medication) in knee OA. No exercise intervention involved. |
| 26363688 | Erbas M | 2015 | [Comparison Of The Effectivity Of Oral And Intra-Articular Administration Of Tenoxicam In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis]. | Erbas M;Simsek T;Kiraz Ha;Sahin H;Toman H | REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE ANESTESIOLOGIA | knee | 10.1016/j.bjan.2013.12.003 | 65 | 333-7 | EXCLUDE | high | Compares oral vs intra-articular administration of tenoxicam (medication) in knee OA. This is a pharmacological intervention comparison with no exercise component. |
| 26368538 | Beckwée D | 2015 | Exercise In Knee Osteoarthritis--Preliminary Findings: Exercise-Induced Pain And Health Status Differs Between Drop-Outs And Retainers. | Beckwée D;Bautmans I;Scheerlinck T;Vaes P | EXPERIMENTAL GERONTOLOGY | knee | 10.1016/j.exger.2015.09.009 | 72 | 29-37 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing walking vs strengthening programs in knee OA patients. The abstract mentions supervised sessions vs home sessions and tracks adherence for both, suggesting different levels of supervision between or within groups. |
| 26375841 | Saraboon Y | 2015 | The Effect Of Multifactorial Intervention Programs On Health Behavior And Symptom Control Among Community-Dwelling Overweight Older Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Saraboon Y;Aree-Ue S;Maruo Sj | ORTHOPEDIC NURSING | knee | 10.1097/NOR.0000000000000180 | 34 | 296-308 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT examines multifactorial intervention programs including quadriceps exercise training class followed by home-based exercise versus control in overweight older adults with knee OA. This appears to involve a supervised training component followed by unsupervised home-based exercise, though details about the control group's exercise supervision are unclear. |
| 26397275 | Salzwedel A | 2015 | Routine Initial Exercise Stress Testing For Treatment Stratification In Comprehensive Cardiac Rehabilitation. | Salzwedel A;Rieck A;Reibis Rk;Völler H | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION RESEARCH. INTERNATIONALE ZEITSCHRIFT FUR REHABILITATIONSFORSCHUNG. REVUE INTERNATIONALE DE RECHERCHES DE READAPTATION | | 10.1097/MRR.0000000000000133 | 38 | 344-9 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational study analyzing cardiac rehabilitation data in patients after cardiac events, not a randomized trial. The population is cardiac patients, not osteoarthritis. |
| 26416025 | Williams Qi | 2015 | Physical Therapy Vs. Internet-Based Exercise Training (Path-In) For Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Williams Qi;Gunn Ah;Beaulieu Je;Benas Bc;Buley B;Callahan Lf;Cantrell J;Genova Ap;Golightly Ym;Goode Ap;Gridley Ci;Gross Mt;Heiderscheit Bc;Hill Ch;Huffman Km;Kline A;Schwartz Ta;Allen Kd | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-015-0725-9 | 16 | 264 | INCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing internet-based exercise training (IBET, which is unsupervised/self-directed) versus standard physical therapy (supervised) versus wait list control in knee OA. This directly compares supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery methods. |
| 26416334 | Abbott Jh | 2015 | The Incremental Effects Of Manual Therapy Or Booster Sessions In Addition To Exercise Therapy For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Abbott Jh;Chapple Cm;Fitzgerald Gk;Fritz Jm;Childs Jd;Harcombe H;Stout K | THE JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.2519/jospt.2015.6015 | 45 | 975-83 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares the addition of manual therapy to exercise and the timing of sessions (consecutive vs booster) in knee OA. All exercise therapy was supervised by a physical therapist with no unsupervised or home-based comparison arm. |
| 26474988 | Piva Sr | 2015 | A Randomized Trial To Compare Exercise Treatment Methods For Patients After Total Knee Replacement: Protocol Paper. | Piva Sr;Moore Cg;Schneider M;Gil Ab;Almeida Gj;Irrgang Jj | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/s12891-015-0761-5 | 16 | 303 | INCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a 3-arm RCT comparing clinic-based individual outpatient exercise, community-based group exercise, and usual care in patients after total knee replacement for OA. The clinic-based and community-based arms likely differ in supervision intensity, making this a relevant comparison. |
| 26700568 | Horsak B | 2015 | The Effects Of A Strength And Neuromuscular Exercise Programme For The Lower Extremity On Knee Load, Pain And Function In Obese Children And Adolescents: Study Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Horsak B;Artner D;Baca A;Pobatschnig B;Greber-Platzer S;Nehrer S;Wondrasch B | TRIALS | knee | 10.1186/s13063-015-1091-5 | 16 | 586 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT in obese children/adolescents comparing strength/neuromuscular training to control. The population is obese youth at risk for future OA, not adults with established osteoarthritis. |
| 26775369 | Yildiz Sk | 2015 | The Effectiveness Of Ultrasound Treatment For The Management Of Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Study. | Yildiz Sk;Özkan Fü;Aktaş I;Silte Ad;Kaysin My;Badur Nb | TURKISH JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES | knee | 10.3906/sag-1408-81 | 45 | 1187-91 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares different ultrasound modalities (continuous vs pulsed vs placebo) combined with home exercise. All groups received the same home exercise program, so there is no difference in supervision level between groups. |
| 27019858 | Piva Sr | 2015 | Dose-Associated Changes In Gait Parameters In Response To Exercise Programs After Total Knee Arthroplasty: Secondary Analysis Of Two Randomized Studies. | Piva Sr;Farrokhi S;Almeida G;Fitzgerald G K;Levison Tj;Digioia Am | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION | knee | 10.4172/2329-9096.1000311 | 3 | 3-7 | EXCLUDE | high | This secondary analysis compares different doses/intensities of exercise (light-moderate vs high intensity vs high intensity plus balance), not supervision levels. All groups received supervised exercises followed by home exercises - supervision was not the varying factor. |
| 27538276 | Shani Sd | 2015 | Effect Of Agility Exercises On Knee Health Status Among Patients With Osteoarthritis. | Shani Sd;Sneha Lv;Suresh Kp | THE NURSING JOURNAL OF INDIA | knee | | 106 | 35-8 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a quasi-experimental study (not an RCT) with one-group pre-test post-test control group design. It does not meet the randomized controlled trial study design requirement. |
| 27965808 | Clayton C | 2015 | Feasibility And Preliminary Efficacy Of A Physical Activity Counseling Intervention Using Fitbit In People With Knee Osteoarthritis: The Track-Oa Study Protocol. | Clayton C;Feehan L;Goldsmith Ch;Miller Wc;Grewal N;Ye J;Yoo Jy;Li Lc | PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES | knee | 10.1186/s40814-015-0027-x | 1 | 30 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a physical activity counseling intervention using Fitbit in knee OA patients. It does not compare supervised vs non-supervised exercise - both groups receive the same physiotherapist-led intervention, just at different times (stepped-wedge design). |
| 23263261 | Østerås H | 2014 | Is Postoperative Exercise Therapy Necessary In Patients With Degenerative Meniscus? A Randomized Controlled Trial With One Year Follow-Up. | Østerås H;Østerås B;Torstensen Ta | KNEE SURGERY, SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY, ARTHROSCOPY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ESSKA | menisc | 10.1007/s00167-012-2354-2 | 22 | 200-6 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT is in patients with degenerative meniscus undergoing arthroscopic surgery, not osteoarthritis. The population does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 23271039 | Matassi F | 2014 | Range Of Motion After Total Knee Arthroplasty: The Effect Of A Preoperative Home Exercise Program. | Matassi F;Duerinckx J;Vandenneucker H;Bellemans J | KNEE SURGERY, SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY, ARTHROSCOPY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ESSKA | knee | 10.1007/s00167-012-2349-z | 22 | 703-9 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares preoperative home exercise versus no preoperative exercise in patients undergoing TKA for knee OA. Both groups received the same postoperative care, so there is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise rehabilitation. |
| 23314489 | Fioravanti A | 2014 | Short- And Long-Term Effects Of Mud-Bath Treatment On Hand Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Fioravanti A;Tenti S;Giannitti C;Fortunati Na;Galeazzi M | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOMETEOROLOGY | hand | 10.1007/s00484-012-0627-6 | 58 | 79-86 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing spa therapy (mud baths and thermal baths) to usual care in hand OA patients. Intervention is spa/balneotherapy, not an exercise program, so does not meet the exercise intervention criteria. |
| 23661494 | Villadsen A | 2014 | Postoperative Effects Of Neuromuscular Exercise Prior To Hip Or Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Villadsen A;Overgaard S;Holsgaard-Larsen A;Christensen R;Roos Em | ANNALS OF THE RHEUMATIC DISEASES | hip; knee | 10.1136/annrheumdis-2012-203135 | 73 | 1130-7 | EXCLUDE | high | Compares supervised neuromuscular exercise program prior to arthroplasty vs arthroplasty alone (no exercise). Does not compare different levels of exercise supervision; one group receives no exercise intervention. |
| 23713971 | Barker Kl | 2014 | What Does The Language We Use About Arthritis Mean To People Who Have Osteoarthritis? A Qualitative Study. | Barker Kl;Reid M;Minns Lowe Cj | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | | 10.3109/09638288.2013.793409 | 36 | 367-72 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study exploring patient understanding of arthritis terminology using focus groups and interviews. It is not an RCT and does not involve exercise interventions. |
| 23775755 | Multanen J | 2014 | Effects Of High-Impact Training On Bone And Articular Cartilage: 12-Month Randomized Controlled Quantitative Mri Study. | Multanen J;Nieminen Mt;Häkkinen A;Kujala Um;Jämsä T;Kautiainen H;Lammentausta E;Ahola R;Selänne H;Ojala R;Kiviranta I;Heinonen A | JOURNAL OF BONE AND MINERAL RESEARCH : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR BONE AND MINERAL RESEARCH | | 10.1002/jbmr.2015 | 29 | 192-201 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares supervised progressive exercise to a non-intervention control group, not to a non-supervised exercise intervention. The control group received no exercise, so there is no comparison of supervision levels. |
| 23823710 | Fukumoto Y | 2014 | Effects Of High-Velocity Resistance Training On Muscle Function, Muscle Properties, And Physical Performance In Individuals With Hip Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Fukumoto Y;Tateuchi H;Ikezoe T;Tsukagoshi R;Akiyama H;So K;Kuroda Y;Ichihashi N | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | hip | 10.1177/0269215513492161 | 28 | 48-58 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares high-velocity versus low-velocity resistance training in hip OA patients. Both groups received home-based exercise, so there is no difference in supervision level between groups. |
| 23974633 | Stensbirk F | 2014 | Iliotibial Band Autograft Versus Bone-Patella-Tendon-Bone Autograft, A Possible Alternative For Acl Reconstruction: A 15-Year Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial. | Stensbirk F;Thorborg K;Konradsen L;Jørgensen U;Hölmich P | KNEE SURGERY, SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY, ARTHROSCOPY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ESSKA | | 10.1007/s00167-013-2630-9 | 22 | 2094-101 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two surgical techniques for ACL reconstruction in ligament injury patients, not osteoarthritis. The population and intervention do not match inclusion criteria. |
| 23982988 | Knoop J | 2014 | Is The Severity Of Knee Osteoarthritis On Magnetic Resonance Imaging Associated With Outcome Of Exercise Therapy? | Knoop J;Dekker J;Van Der Leeden M;Van Der Esch M;Klein Jp;Hunter Dj;Roorda Ld;Steultjens Mp;Lems Wf | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.22128 | 66 | 63-8 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm observational study examining MRI predictors of exercise therapy outcomes in knee OA patients. There is no comparison between different levels of supervision or different exercise interventions. |
| 23983090 | Palmer S | 2014 | Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation As An Adjunct To Education And Exercise For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Palmer S;Domaille M;Cramp F;Walsh N;Pollock J;Kirwan J;Johnson Mi | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.22147 | 66 | 387-94 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing TENS versus sham TENS as adjuncts to a group education and exercise program in knee OA. All groups received the same supervised group exercise program; study compares TENS modalities, not supervision levels. |
| 24241606 | Vuorenmaa M | 2014 | Efficacy Of A 12-Month, Monitored Home Exercise Programme Compared With Normal Care Commencing 2 Months After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Vuorenmaa M;Ylinen J;Piitulainen K;Salo P;Kautiainen H;Pesola M;Häkkinen A | JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | 10.2340/16501977-1242 | 46 | 166-72 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares a 12-month monitored home exercise programme versus normal care in post-TKA patients with OA. The comparison is between a structured home-based (non-supervised) exercise program and standard care, which aligns with the review's inclusion criteria for comparing different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 24322433 | Cakir S | 2014 | Efficacy Of Therapeutic Ultrasound For The Management Of Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized, Controlled, And Double-Blind Study. | Cakir S;Hepguler S;Ozturk C;Korkmaz M;Isleten B;Atamaz Fc | AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1097/PHM.0000000000000033 | 93 | 405-12 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares three ultrasound modalities (continuous, pulsed, and sham) for knee OA. All groups received the same home exercise program, so there is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 24487346 | Chen Cp | 2014 | Changes Of Synovial Fluid Protein Concentrations In Supra-Patellar Bursitis Patients After The Injection Of Different Molecular Weights Of Hyaluronic Acid. | Chen Cp;Hsu Cc;Pei Yc;Chen Rl;Zhou S;Shen Hc;Lin Sc;Tsai Wc | EXPERIMENTAL GERONTOLOGY | | 10.1016/j.exger.2014.01.016 | 52 | 30-5 | EXCLUDE | high | This study examines synovial fluid protein concentrations in supra-patellar bursitis patients after hyaluronic acid injections of different molecular weights. It does not involve exercise interventions or compare supervision levels. |
| 24502534 | Sun Sf | 2014 | Efficacy Of Intraarticular Botulinum Toxin A And Intraarticular Hyaluronate Plus Rehabilitation Exercise In Patients With Unilateral Ankle Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Sun Sf;Hsu Cw;Lin Hs;Chou Yj;Chen Jy;Wang Jl | JOURNAL OF FOOT AND ANKLE RESEARCH | ankle | 10.1186/1757-1146-7-9 | 7 | 9 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares intraarticular BoNT-A injection versus hyaluronate injection plus rehabilitation exercise in ankle OA. Both groups do not clearly differ in supervision level of exercise; one group receives injection only while the other receives injection plus supervised exercise, not a comparison of supervision levels. |
| 24532004 | Arazpour M | 2014 | The Influence Of A Bespoke Unloader Knee Brace On Gait In Medial Compartment Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Study. | Arazpour M;Hutchins Sw;Bani Ma;Curran S;Aksenov A | PROSTHETICS AND ORTHOTICS INTERNATIONAL | knee | 10.1177/0309364613504780 | 38 | 379-86 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a pilot study testing the effects of a knee unloader orthosis on gait parameters in medial knee OA patients. It does not involve any exercise intervention or comparison of supervision levels. |
| 24567694 | Peungsuwan P | 2014 | The Effectiveness Of Thai Exercise With Traditional Massage On The Pain, Walking Ability And Qol Of Older People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial In The Community. | Peungsuwan P;Sermcheep P;Harnmontree P;Eungpinichpong W;Puntumetakul R;Chatchawan U;Yamauchi J | JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY SCIENCE | knee | 10.1589/jpts.26.139 | 26 | 139-44 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT in KOA patients compares two exercise programs that both include 'class with supervision plus home self-care', representing a supervised versus partially supervised/home-based comparison. The study clearly varies supervision level as a component of the intervention. |
| 24591837 | Osugi T | 2014 | Effect Of A Combination Of Whole Body Vibration Exercise And Squat Training On Body Balance, Muscle Power, And Walking Ability In The Elderly. | Osugi T;Iwamoto J;Yamazaki M;Takakuwa M | THERAPEUTICS AND CLINICAL RISK MANAGEMENT | | 10.2147/TCRM.S57806 | 10 | 131-8 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares two different exercise interventions (WBV alone vs WBV plus squat training) but both groups appear to receive the same level of supervision. There is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 24629063 | Østerås N | 2014 | Exercise Programme With Telephone Follow-Up For People With Hand Osteoarthritis - Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Østerås N;Hagen Kb;Grotle M;Sand-Svartrud Al;Mowinckel P;Aas E;Kjeken I | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hand | 10.1186/1471-2474-15-82 | 15 | 82 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol paper for a trial, not a study with results. Protocols without results are excluded per the screening criteria. |
| 24636948 | Henriksen M | 2014 | Structural Changes In The Knee During Weight Loss Maintenance After A Significant Weight Loss In Obese Patients With Osteoarthritis: A Report Of Secondary Outcome Analyses From A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Henriksen M;Christensen R;Hunter Dj;Gudbergsen H;Boesen M;Lohmander Ls;Bliddal H | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2014.03.003 | 22 | 639-46 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT in obese patients with knee OA comparing three maintenance interventions after weight loss, including a specialized knee exercise program versus dietary support versus no attention. Likely differs in exercise supervision level, though requires full text confirmation. |
| 24745692 | Forestier R | 2014 | Crenobalneotherapy (Spa Therapy) In Patients With Knee And Generalized Osteoarthritis: A Post-Hoc Subgroup Analysis Of A Large Multicentre Randomized Trial. | Forestier R;Genty C;Waller B;Françon A;Desfour H;Rolland C;Roques Cf;Bosson Jl | ANNALS OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | 10.1016/j.rehab.2014.03.001 | 57 | 213-27 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares spa therapy plus home exercises versus home exercises alone in generalized OA with knee OA. The primary difference is spa therapy (balneotherapy), not supervision level of exercise programs. |
| 24757032 | Bennell Kl | 2014 | Effects Of Two Physiotherapy Booster Sessions On Outcomes With Home Exercise In People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Bennell Kl;Kyriakides M;Hodges Pw;Hinman Rs | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.22350 | 66 | 1680-7 | INCLUDE | high | RCT in knee OA patients comparing different levels of supervision: booster physiotherapy sessions (enhanced supervision) versus no booster sessions (continued home exercise only) after initial supervised period. Clearly compares supervision intensity for home exercise adherence. |
| 24757146 | Bennell Kl | 2014 | Neuromuscular Versus Quadriceps Strengthening Exercise In Patients With Medial Knee Osteoarthritis And Varus Malalignment: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Bennell Kl;Kyriakides M;Metcalf B;Egerton T;Wrigley Tv;Hodges Pw;Hunt Ma;Roos Em;Forbes A;Ageberg E;Hinman Rs | ARTHRITIS & RHEUMATOLOGY (HOBOKEN, N.J.) | knee | 10.1002/art.38317 | 66 | 950-9 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT in knee OA comparing two different types of exercise (neuromuscular versus quadriceps strengthening), but both groups received the same supervision level (14 individually supervised sessions plus home exercise). No supervision-level comparison. |
| 24778645 | Odole Ac | 2014 | Is Telephysiotherapy An Option For Improved Quality Of Life In Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee? | Odole Ac;Ojo Od | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF TELEMEDICINE AND APPLICATIONS | knee | 10.1155/2014/903816 | 2014 | 903816 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing clinic-based physiotherapist-administered exercises (supervised) versus telephysiotherapy with self-administered home exercises (non-supervised) in knee OA patients. Clear supervision-level comparison. |
| 24846036 | Bennell Kl | 2014 | Effect Of Physical Therapy On Pain And Function In Patients With Hip Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Bennell Kl;Egerton T;Martin J;Abbott Jh;Metcalf B;Mcmanus F;Sims K;Pua Yh;Wrigley Tv;Forbes A;Smith C;Harris A;Buchbinder R | JAMA | hip | 10.1001/jama.2014.4591 | 311 | 1987-97 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT in hip OA patients, but compares active physical therapy (supervised) to sham treatment (inactive ultrasound), not to non-supervised or home-based exercise. Not a supervision-level comparison. |
| 24865795 | Broderick Je | 2014 | Nurse Practitioners Can Effectively Deliver Pain Coping Skills Training To Osteoarthritis Patients With Chronic Pain: A Randomized, Controlled Trial. | Broderick Je;Keefe Fj;Bruckenthal P;Junghaenel Du;Schneider S;Schwartz Je;Kaell At;Caldwell Ds;Mckee D;Reed S;Gould E | PAIN | | 10.1016/j.pain.2014.05.024 | 155 | 1743-1754 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares pain coping skills training delivered by nurse practitioners versus usual care in OA patients with chronic pain. This is a psychological intervention, not a comparison of supervised vs non-supervised exercise. |
| 24886638 | Cheung C | 2014 | Yoga For Managing Knee Osteoarthritis In Older Women: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. | Cheung C;Wyman Jf;Resnick B;Savik K | BMC COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE | knee | 10.1186/1472-6882-14-160 | 14 | 160 | INCLUDE | moderate | This pilot RCT in older women with knee OA compares an 8-week yoga program involving both group sessions (supervised) and home-based sessions versus wait-list control. The intervention includes both supervised and home-based components, representing a form of partial supervision compared to no intervention. |
| 24889213 | Beaupre La | 2014 | A Randomized Pilot Study Of A Comprehensive Postoperative Exercise Program Compared With Usual Care Following Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty In Subjects Less Than 65 Years Of Age: Feasibility, Selection Of Outcome Measures And Timing Of Assessment. | Beaupre La;Masson Ec;Luckhurst Bj;Arafah O;O'connor Gj | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip | 10.1186/1471-2474-15-192 | 15 | 192 | INCLUDE | high | This is a pilot RCT in THA patients comparing a comprehensive three-month outpatient rehabilitation program (supervised) versus usual postoperative care (likely less supervised or unsupervised). This fits the criteria of comparing different levels of exercise supervision in an OA population. |
| 24899242 | Dowsey Mm | 2014 | The Effect Of Mindfulness Training Prior To Total Joint Arthroplasty On Post-Operative Pain And Physical Function: Study Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Dowsey Mm;Castle Dj;Knowles Sr;Monshat K;Salzberg Mr;Choong Pf | TRIALS | | 10.1186/1745-6215-15-208 | 15 | 208 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing mindfulness training vs standard care before total joint arthroplasty, not comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise interventions for osteoarthritis. |
| 24903113 | Bryant C | 2014 | Can Physical Therapists Deliver A Pain Coping Skills Program? An Examination Of Training Processes And Outcomes. | Bryant C;Lewis P;Bennell Kl;Ahamed Y;Crough D;Jull Ga;Kenardy J;Nicholas Mk;Keefe Fj | PHYSICAL THERAPY | | 10.2522/ptj.20130444 | 94 | 1443-54 | EXCLUDE | high | This is not a trial comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise. It is a training evaluation study examining how physical therapists were trained to deliver a pain coping skills program within an RCT, not comparing different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 24905427 | Henriksen M | 2014 | Association Of Exercise Therapy And Reduction Of Pain Sensitivity In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Henriksen M;Klokker L;Graven-Nielsen T;Bartholdy C;Schjødt Jørgensen T;Bandak E;Danneskiold-Samsøe B;Christensen R;Bliddal H | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.22375 | 66 | 1836-43 | INCLUDE | high | RCT in knee OA comparing 12 weeks of supervised exercise therapy (36 sessions) versus no attention control group. Clear comparison of supervised exercise versus no supervised exercise. |
| 24917049 | Petersen W | 2014 | The Patella Pro Study - Effect Of A Knee Brace On Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: Design Of A Randomized Clinical Trial (Drks-Id:Drks00003291). | Petersen W;Ellermann A;Rembitzki Iv;Scheffler S;Herbort M;Sprenker Fs;Achtnich A;Brüggemann Gp;Best R;Hoffmann F;Koppenburg Ag;Liebau C | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-15-200 | 15 | 200 | EXCLUDE | high | Study protocol for RCT examining patellar brace effects in patellofemoral pain syndrome. Both groups receive supervised physiotherapy; the intervention is brace versus no brace, not supervision level differences. |
| 24931956 | Villadsen A | 2014 | Immediate Efficacy Of Neuromuscular Exercise In Patients With Severe Osteoarthritis Of The Hip Or Knee: A Secondary Analysis From A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Villadsen A;Overgaard S;Holsgaard-Larsen A;Christensen R;Roos Em | THE JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY | hip; knee | 10.3899/jrheum.130642 | 41 | 1385-94 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT in severe hip/knee OA comparing supervised neuromuscular exercise (NEMEX-TJR, physiotherapist-supervised twice weekly) plus education versus education alone (care-as-usual). Represents supervised exercise versus no supervised exercise comparison. |
| 24996623 | Gong L | 2014 | Descriptive Analysis Of The Cost-Effectiveness Of Depressed Patients Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty: An Economic Decision Analysis. | Gong L;Chen H | JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SCIENCE : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE JAPANESE ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATION | knee | 10.1007/s00776-014-0599-y | 19 | 820-6 | EXCLUDE | high | Cost-effectiveness analysis of total knee arthroplasty examining depression effects. Not an RCT comparing exercise interventions with different supervision levels. |
| 25008206 | Østerås N | 2014 | Limited Effects Of Exercises In People With Hand Osteoarthritis: Results From A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Østerås N;Hagen Kb;Grotle M;Sand-Svartrud Al;Mowinckel P;Kjeken I | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | hand | 10.1016/j.joca.2014.06.036 | 22 | 1224-33 | INCLUDE | high | RCT in hand OA comparing group-based plus home-based exercise intervention versus usual care. The intervention includes both supervised (group) and home components, representing a difference in supervision level. |
| 25057845 | Bressel E | 2014 | High-Intensity Interval Training On An Aquatic Treadmill In Adults With Osteoarthritis: Effect On Pain, Balance, Function, And Mobility. | Bressel E;Wing Je;Miller Ai;Dolny Dg | JOURNAL OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING RESEARCH | | 10.1519/JSC.0000000000000258 | 28 | 2088-96 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-arm study with participants serving as their own controls (non-exercise period followed by exercise period). It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing different groups. |
| 25064573 | Foster Ne | 2014 | A Multicentre, Pragmatic, Parallel Group, Randomised Controlled Trial To Compare The Clinical And Cost-Effectiveness Of Three Physiotherapy-Led Exercise Interventions For Knee Osteoarthritis In Older Adults: The Beep Trial Protocol (Isrctn: 93634563). | Foster Ne;Healey El;Holden Ma;Nicholls E;Whitehurst Dg;Jowett S;Jinks C;Roddy E;Hay Em | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-15-254 | 15 | 254 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT protocol comparing three physiotherapy-led exercise interventions for knee OA, including 'Individually Tailored Exercise' (supervised and progressed) versus 'Usual Physiotherapy Care'. The supervision levels likely differ across arms, warranting inclusion. |
| 25074397 | Jakobsen Tl | 2014 | Early Progressive Strength Training To Enhance Recovery After Fast-Track Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Jakobsen Tl;Kehlet H;Husted H;Petersen J;Bandholm T | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.22405 | 66 | 1856-66 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares supervised rehabilitation with vs without progressive strength training after total knee arthroplasty. Both arms receive supervised physical rehabilitation, so there is no difference in supervision level between groups. |
| 25083133 | Laufer Y | 2014 | The Effects Of Exercise And Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation In Subjects With Knee Osteoarthritis: A 3-Month Follow-Up Study. | Laufer Y;Shtraker H;Elboim Gabyzon M | CLINICAL INTERVENTIONS IN AGING | knee | 10.2147/CIA.S64104 | 9 | 1153-61 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares an exercise program alone versus exercise program combined with neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) in knee OA patients. Both groups received the same exercise program with different adjunct treatments, not different levels of supervision. |
| 25103686 | Kloek Cj | 2014 | Effectiveness And Cost-Effectiveness Of A Blended Exercise Intervention For Patients With Hip And/Or Knee Osteoarthritis: Study Protocol Of A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Kloek Cj;Bossen D;Veenhof C;Van Dongen Jm;Dekker J;De Bakker Dh | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip; knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-15-269 | 15 | 269 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT protocol compares a blended exercise intervention (e-Exercise with maximum 5 face-to-face physical therapy contacts plus web-based program) versus usual care physical therapy in patients with hip/knee OA. This represents a comparison of different levels of supervision (partially supervised versus fully supervised). |
| 25125068 | Dobson F | 2014 | Internet-Mediated Physiotherapy And Pain Coping Skills Training For People With Persistent Knee Pain (Impact - Knee Pain): A Randomised Controlled Trial Protocol. | Dobson F;Hinman Rs;French S;Rini C;Keefe F;Nelligan R;Abbott Jh;Bryant C;Staples Mp;Dalwood A;Bennell Kl | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-15-279 | 15 | 279 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT protocol comparing Internet-delivered physiotherapist-guided exercise (remote/digital supervision) versus online educational material in people with persistent knee pain consistent with knee OA. This represents a comparison of remotely supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 25125779 | Winter Di Cola J | 2014 | Patients' Perceptions Of Navigating "The System" For Arthritis Management: Are They Able To Follow Our Recommendations? | Winter Di Cola J;Juma S;Kennedy D;Dickson P;Denis S;Robarts S;Gollish J;Webster F | PHYSIOTHERAPY CANADA. PHYSIOTHERAPIE CANADA | | 10.3138/ptc.2012-66 | 66 | 264-71 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative study using focus groups and interviews to explore patients' perceptions of navigating the healthcare system. It is not a randomized controlled trial and does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 25141536 | Cheawthamai K | 2014 | A Comparison Of Home-Based Exercise Programs With And Without Self-Manual Therapy In Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis In Community. | Cheawthamai K;Vongsirinavarat M;Hiengkaew V;Saengrueangrob S | JOURNAL OF THE MEDICAL ASSOCIATION OF THAILAND = CHOTMAIHET THANGPHAET | knee | | 97 SUPPL 7 | S95-100 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing home-based exercise programs with and without self-manual therapy in knee OA. Both arms are home-based (non-supervised), but this may represent differing levels of intervention complexity worth reviewing. |
| 25156178 | Dessery Y | 2014 | Comparison Of Three Knee Braces In The Treatment Of Medial Knee Osteoarthritis. | Dessery Y;Belzile El;Turmel S;Corbeil P | THE KNEE | knee | 10.1016/j.knee.2014.07.024 | 21 | 1107-14 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing three different knee braces in medial knee OA patients. This is an orthotic intervention study, not comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs. |
| 25179854 | Focht Bc | 2014 | Group-Mediated Physical Activity Promotion And Mobility In Sedentary Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Results From The Impact-Pilot Trial. | Focht Bc;Garver Mj;Devor St;Dials J;Lucas Ar;Emery Cf;Hackshaw Kv;Rejeski Wj | THE JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | 10.3899/jrheum.140054 | 41 | 2068-77 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing group-mediated cognitive behavioral exercise (GMCB) with traditional center-based exercise therapy (TRAD) in knee OA patients. Both appear to be supervised interventions but differ in delivery mode and likely supervision intensity, warranting inclusion for full-text review. |
| 25183043 | Chang Rw | 2014 | Improving Physical Activity In Arthritis Clinical Trial (Impaact): Study Design, Rationale, Recruitment, And Baseline Data. | Chang Rw;Semanik Pa;Lee J;Feinglass J;Ehrlich-Jones L;Dunlop Dd | CONTEMPORARY CLINICAL TRIALS | | 10.1016/j.cct.2014.08.010 | 39 | 224-35 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol/design paper for a motivational interviewing-based counseling intervention to promote physical activity. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs. |
| 25194303 | Basedow M | 2014 | Australians With Osteoarthritis; The Use Of And Beliefs About Complementary And Alternative Medicines. | Basedow M;Runciman Wb;March L;Esterman A | COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES IN CLINICAL PRACTICE | | 10.1016/j.ctcp.2014.08.002 | 20 | 237-42 | EXCLUDE | high | Cross-sectional survey study investigating complementary and alternative medicine use among OA patients. Not a randomized trial and does not compare exercise supervision levels. |
| 25199526 | Wang C | 2014 | Assessing The Comparative Effectiveness Of Tai Chi Versus Physical Therapy For Knee Osteoarthritis: Design And Rationale For A Randomized Trial. | Wang C;Iversen Md;Mcalindon T;Harvey Wf;Wong Jb;Fielding Ra;Driban Jb;Price Ll;Rones R;Gamache T;Schmid Ch | BMC COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE | knee | 10.1186/1472-6882-14-333 | 14 | 333 | INCLUDE | moderate | Study protocol for RCT comparing Tai Chi versus physical therapy in knee OA patients. While both involve supervision, physical therapy includes 6 weeks of monitored home exercise suggesting potential supervision differences, warranting inclusion for full-text review. |
| 25209897 | Dziedzic Ks | 2014 | Implementing The Nice Osteoarthritis Guidelines: A Mixed Methods Study And Cluster Randomised Trial Of A Model Osteoarthritis Consultation In Primary Care--The Management Of Osteoarthritis In Consultations (Mosaics) Study Protocol. | Dziedzic Ks;Healey El;Porcheret M;Ong Bn;Main Cj;Jordan Kp;Lewis M;Edwards Jj;Jinks C;Morden A;Mchugh Ga;Ryan S;Finney A;Jowett S;Oppong R;Afolabi E;Pushpa-Rajah A;Handy J;Clarkson K;Mason E;Whitehurst T;Hughes Rw;Croft Pr;Hay Em | IMPLEMENTATION SCIENCE : IS | | 10.1186/s13012-014-0095-y | 9 | 95 | EXCLUDE | high | Study protocol describing a cluster RCT testing a model OA consultation implementing NICE guidelines in primary care. Does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 25312315 | Acosta-Olivo C | 2014 | [Platelet Rich Plasma Versus Oral Paracetamol For The Treatment Of Early Knee Osteoarthritis. Preliminary Study]. | Acosta-Olivo C;Esponda-Colmenares F;Vilchez-Cavazos F;Lara-Arias J;Mendoza-Lemus O;Ramos-Morales T | CIRUGIA Y CIRUJANOS | knee | | 82 | 163-9 | EXCLUDE | high | While this RCT includes patients with knee OA and both groups received supervised physical rehabilitation, it compares platelet rich plasma versus paracetamol as the primary intervention. The supervision level is constant across groups, so this does not meet criteria for comparing different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 25685487 | Sorour As | 2014 | Effectiveness Of Acupressure Versus Isometric Exercise On Pain, Stiffness, And Physical Function In Knee Osteoarthritis Female Patients. | Sorour As;Ayoub As;Abd El Aziz Em | JOURNAL OF ADVANCED RESEARCH | knee | 10.1016/j.jare.2013.02.003 | 5 | 193-200 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a quasi-experimental study (not randomized) comparing acupressure versus isometric exercise versus control in knee OA patients. It fails to meet the RCT design requirement. |
| 27790038 | Evans M | 2014 | Efficacy Of A Natural Mineral Complex In North American Adults With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: A Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Study. | Evans M;Wilson D;Guthrie N | OPEN ACCESS RHEUMATOLOGY : RESEARCH AND REVIEWS | knee | 10.2147/OARRR.S71161 | 6 | 91-103 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing a hydrothermal mineral complex supplement versus placebo in knee OA patients. There is no mention of exercise interventions or comparison of supervision levels, so it does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 22843354 | Juhakoski R | 2013 | Determinants Of Pain And Functioning In Hip Osteoarthritis - A Two-Year Prospective Study. | Juhakoski R;Malmivaara A;Lakka Ta;Tenhonen S;Hannila Ml;Arokoski Jp | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | hip | 10.1177/0269215512453060 | 27 | 281-7 | INCLUDE | moderate | This prospective analysis of an RCT in hip OA patients identifies supervised exercise training as a predictor of outcomes, suggesting the original trial compared supervised exercise to other conditions. The study appears to analyze data from an RCT comparing different exercise approaches. |
| 22921688 | Hunt Ma | 2013 | A Physiotherapist-Delivered, Combined Exercise And Pain Coping Skills Training Intervention For Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Study. | Hunt Ma;Keefe Fj;Bryant C;Metcalf Br;Ahamed Y;Nicholas Mk;Bennell Kl | THE KNEE | knee | 10.1016/j.knee.2012.07.008 | 20 | 106-12 | EXCLUDE | high | This pilot RCT compares physiotherapist-supervised exercise combined with pain coping skills training versus supervised exercise with non-directive counseling in knee OA patients. Both groups received the same level of physiotherapist supervision, so there is no supervision level comparison. |
| 22952305 | Elboim-Gabyzon M | 2013 | Does Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Enhance The Effectiveness Of An Exercise Programme In Subjects With Knee Osteoarthritis? A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Elboim-Gabyzon M;Rozen N;Laufer Y | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/0269215512456388 | 27 | 246-57 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares exercise combined with neuromuscular electrical stimulation versus exercise alone in knee OA patients. Both groups received supervised biweekly treatments, so there is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 22995854 | Jaramillo A | 2013 | Prevention And Self-Management Interventions Are Top Priorities For Osteoarthritis Systematic Reviews. | Jaramillo A;Welch Va;Ueffing E;Gruen Rl;Bragge P;Lyddiatt A;Tugwell P | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL EPIDEMIOLOGY | | 10.1016/j.jclinepi.2012.06.017 | 66 | 503-510.E4 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a priority-setting study to identify research questions for osteoarthritis systematic reviews, not an RCT comparing exercise interventions. It is a methodology paper, not a primary trial. |
| 23065316 | Peter Wf | 2013 | Postgraduate Education To Increase Adherence To A Dutch Physiotherapy Practice Guideline For Hip And Knee Oa: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Peter Wf;Van Der Wees Pj;Verhoef J;De Jong Z;Van Bodegom-Vos L;Hilberdink Wk;Fiocco M;Vliet Vlieland Tp | RHEUMATOLOGY (OXFORD, ENGLAND) | hip; knee | 10.1093/rheumatology/kes264 | 52 | 368-75 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing two different educational courses for physiotherapists to improve guideline adherence, not comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise interventions for patients with OA. The study population is healthcare providers, not OA patients. |
| 23200601 | Walsh N | 2013 | Exercise And Self-Management For People With Chronic Knee, Hip Or Lower Back Pain: A Cluster Randomised Controlled Trial Of Clinical And Cost-Effectiveness. Study Protocol. | Walsh N;Cramp F;Palmer S;Pollock J;Hampson L;Gooberman-Hill R;Green C;Jones L;Phillips S;Johnson L;Hurley M | PHYSIOTHERAPY | knee; hip | 10.1016/j.physio.2012.09.002 | 99 | 352-7 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a cluster RCT protocol comparing a 6-week group exercise and self-management program facilitated by a physiotherapist (supervised) versus standard GP care in people with chronic musculoskeletal pain including hip and knee OA. The supervised group intervention versus usual care likely represents a supervision difference, though the exact nature of usual care is not fully specified. |
| 23269329 | Litchfield R | 2013 | Progressive Strengthening Exercises For Subacromial Impingement Syndrome. | Litchfield R | CLINICAL JOURNAL OF SPORT MEDICINE : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE CANADIAN ACADEMY OF SPORT MEDICINE | | 10.1097/JSM.0b013e31827e9fb5 | 23 | 86-7 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT is in patients with subacromial impingement syndrome, not osteoarthritis. The population does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 23279750 | Allen Kd | 2013 | Group Physical Therapy For Veterans With Knee Osteoarthritis: Study Design And Methodology. | Allen Kd;Bongiorni D;Walker Ta;Bartle J;Bosworth Hb;Coffman Cj;Datta Sk;Edelman D;Hall Ks;Hansen G;Jennings C;Lindquist Jh;Oddone Ez;Senick Mj;Sizemore Jc;St John J;Hoenig H | CONTEMPORARY CLINICAL TRIALS | knee | 10.1016/j.cct.2012.12.007 | 34 | 296-304 | EXCLUDE | moderate | RCT in knee OA comparing group-based PT versus usual individual PT care, but both arms appear to be supervised (group led by PT/PTA vs individual visits with PT). Does not clearly compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 23280718 | Peter Wf | 2013 | Quality Indicators For Physiotherapy Care In Hip And Knee Osteoarthritis: Development And Clinimetric Properties. | Peter Wf;Van Der Wees Pj;Hendriks Ej;De Bie Ra;Verhoef J;De Jong Z;Van Bodegom-Vos L;Hilberdink Wk;Vliet Vlieland Tp | MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE | hip; knee | 10.1002/msc.1041 | 11 | 193-202 | EXCLUDE | high | Not an RCT. This is a quality indicator development and validation study surveying physiotherapists about adherence to guidelines for hip and knee OA care. |
| 23311889 | Jensen C | 2013 | The Effect Of Education And Supervised Exercise Vs. Education Alone On The Time To Total Hip Replacement In Patients With Severe Hip Osteoarthritis. A Randomized Clinical Trial Protocol. | Jensen C;Roos Em;Kjærsgaard-Andersen P;Overgaard S | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip | 10.1186/1471-2474-14-21 | 14 | 21 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing patient education plus supervised exercise (12 sessions individualized neuromuscular training + 12 sessions resistance training) versus patient education alone in hip OA patients. Clear difference in supervision level between groups. |
| 23464951 | Levine M | 2013 | Comparing Conventional Physical Therapy Rehabilitation With Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation After Tka. | Levine M;Mcelroy K;Stakich V;Cicco J | ORTHOPEDICS | | 10.3928/01477447-20130222-20 | 36 | E319-24 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing conventional physical therapy (supervised by licensed therapist) to NMES with unsupervised at-home range of motion exercises after TKA. Clear comparison of supervised vs unsupervised exercise programs in OA patients. |
| 23474735 | Piqueras M | 2013 | Effectiveness Of An Interactive Virtual Telerehabilitation System In Patients After Total Knee Arthoplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Piqueras M;Marco E;Coll M;Escalada F;Ballester A;Cinca C;Belmonte R;Muniesa Jm | JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | 10.2340/16501977-1119 | 45 | 392-6 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing interactive virtual telerehabilitation system to conventional out-patient physical therapy after total knee arthroplasty in OA patients. Telerehabilitation (remote/digital supervision) vs conventional therapy (direct supervision) clearly differs in supervision level. |
| 23480673 | Okoro T | 2013 | An Assessment Of The Impact Of Behavioural Cognitions On Function In Patients Partaking In A Trial Of Early Home-Based Progressive Resistance Training After Total Hip Replacement Surgery. | Okoro T;Morrison V;Maddison P;Lemmey Ab;Andrew Jg | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | hip | 10.3109/09638288.2013.770082 | 35 | 2000-7 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing home-based progressive resistance training to standard rehabilitation post-THR in patients with OA. Home-based vs standard rehabilitation likely differs in supervision level, meeting inclusion criteria despite focus on behavioral cognitions. |
| 23497529 | Srikesavan Cs | 2013 | Task-Oriented Training With Computer Gaming In People With Rheumatoid Arthritisor Osteoarthritis Of The Hand: Study Protocol Of A Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial. | Srikesavan Cs;Shay B;Robinson Db;Szturm T | TRIALS | hand | 10.1186/1745-6215-14-69 | 14 | 69 | EXCLUDE | high | Compares task-oriented training with computer gaming to conventional hand exercises. Both interventions appear to be provided/delivered programs (likely supervised or structured similarly), with the primary difference being the modality (computer gaming vs conventional exercises) rather than supervision level. |
| 23525779 | Sperber Nr | 2013 | Differences In Osteoarthritis Self-Management Support Intervention Outcomes According To Race And Health Literacy. | Sperber Nr;Bosworth Hb;Coffman Cj;Lindquist Jh;Oddone Ez;Weinberger M;Allen Kd | HEALTH EDUCATION RESEARCH | | 10.1093/her/cyt043 | 28 | 502-11 | EXCLUDE | high | Compares telephone-based self-management support intervention vs health education vs usual care in hip/knee OA. Not primarily an exercise supervision comparison study. |
| 23530976 | Hunt Ma | 2013 | Relationships Amongst Osteoarthritis Biomarkers, Dynamic Knee Joint Load, And Exercise: Results From A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study. | Hunt Ma;Pollock Cl;Kraus Vb;Saxne T;Peters S;Huebner Jl;Sayre Ec;Cibere J | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip; knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-14-115 | 14 | 115 | EXCLUDE | high | Compares physiotherapist-supervised strengthening exercises vs no exercise control in knee OA. Does not compare different levels of supervision; one group receives no exercise at all. |
| 23669163 | Flavin R | 2013 | Comparison Of Gait After Total Ankle Arthroplasty And Ankle Arthrodesis. | Flavin R;Coleman Sc;Tenenbaum S;Brodsky Jw | FOOT & ANKLE INTERNATIONAL | ankle | 10.1177/1071100713490675 | 34 | 1340-8 | EXCLUDE | high | Compares ankle arthroplasty vs ankle arthrodesis surgical procedures in ankle osteoarthritis. No exercise intervention or supervision comparison is present. |
| 23690322 | Rabago D | 2013 | Dextrose Prolotherapy For Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Rabago D;Patterson Jj;Mundt M;Kijowski R;Grettie J;Segal Na;Zgierska A | ANNALS OF FAMILY MEDICINE | knee | 10.1370/afm.1504 | 11 | 229-37 | INCLUDE | moderate | Compares dextrose prolotherapy injections vs at-home exercise in knee OA patients. The at-home exercise group received an exercise manual and in-person instruction, suggesting unsupervised/minimally supervised exercise vs injection therapy, though supervision level differences are not fully detailed. |
| 23713295 | Bao F | 2013 | [Efficacy Observation On Knee Osteoarthritis Treated With Electroacupuncture And Its Influence On Articular Cartilage With T2 Mapping]. | Bao F;Zhang Y;Wu Zh;Wang Y;Sheng M;Hu N;Feng F;Wang Dh;Zhang Yx;Li T;Sun H | ZHONGGUO ZHEN JIU = CHINESE ACUPUNCTURE & MOXIBUSTION | knee | | 33 | 193-7 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares electroacupuncture to physiotherapy (medium-frequency therapeutic apparatus) in knee OA patients. Neither intervention is an exercise program, so it does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 23714120 | Bossen D | 2013 | The Usability And Preliminary Effectiveness Of A Web-Based Physical Activity Intervention In Patients With Knee And/Or Hip Osteoarthritis. | Bossen D;Veenhof C;Dekker J;De Bakker D | BMC MEDICAL INFORMATICS AND DECISION MAKING | knee; hip | 10.1186/1472-6947-13-61 | 13 | 61 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a non-randomized pilot study of a web-based physical activity intervention with no comparison group. The study design does not meet RCT criteria. |
| 23721797 | Knoop J | 2013 | Knee Joint Stabilization Therapy In Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: A Randomized, Controlled Trial. | Knoop J;Dekker J;Van Der Leeden M;Van Der Esch M;Thorstensson Ca;Gerritsen M;Voorneman Re;Peter Wf;De Rooij M;Romviel S;Lems Wf;Roorda Ld;Steultjens Mp | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2013.05.012 | 21 | 1025-34 | EXCLUDE | high | Both groups received the same supervised exercise program for 12 weeks. The comparison is between different exercise content (with vs without specific knee stabilization training), not different levels of supervision. |
| 23850615 | Rabago D | 2013 | Association Between Disease-Specific Quality Of Life And Magnetic Resonance Imaging Outcomes In A Clinical Trial Of Prolotherapy For Knee Osteoarthritis. | Rabago D;Kijowski R;Woods M;Patterson Jj;Mundt M;Zgierska A;Grettie J;Lyftogt J;Fortney L | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2013.06.025 | 94 | 2075-82 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares prolotherapy injections to control (blinded saline injections or at-home exercise) in knee OA. It is not a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs. |
| 23924144 | Ageberg E | 2013 | Effects Of Neuromuscular Training (Nemex-Tjr) On Patient-Reported Outcomes And Physical Function In Severe Primary Hip Or Knee Osteoarthritis: A Controlled Before-And-After Study. | Ageberg E;Nilsdotter A;Kosek E;Roos Em | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip; knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-14-232 | 14 | 232 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a controlled before-and-after study (non-randomized) comparing patients to a reference group. It does not compare different levels of supervision in a randomized design. |
| 24020031 | Park Yg | 2013 | Therapeutic Effect Of Whole Body Vibration On Chronic Knee Osteoarthritis. | Park Yg;Kwon Bs;Park Jw;Cha Dy;Nam Ky;Sim Kb;Chang J;Lee Hj | ANNALS OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | 10.5535/arm.2013.37.4.505 | 37 | 505-15 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing whole body vibration plus home-based exercise versus home-based exercise alone in knee OA. While primarily comparing WBV versus no WBV, the WBV intervention likely involves supervised sessions while control is unsupervised home exercise, representing a supervision difference. |
| 24054897 | Jones Rk | 2013 | The Biomechanical Effects Of A New Design Of Lateral Wedge Insole On The Knee And Ankle During Walking. | Jones Rk;Zhang M;Laxton P;Findlow Ah;Liu A | HUMAN MOVEMENT SCIENCE | knee; ankle | 10.1016/j.humov.2012.12.012 | 32 | 596-604 | EXCLUDE | high | Study evaluates different insole designs in healthy subjects during walking, not an exercise intervention comparing supervision levels in people with OA. Does not meet population or intervention criteria. |
| 24065013 | Messier Sp | 2013 | Effects Of Intensive Diet And Exercise On Knee Joint Loads, Inflammation, And Clinical Outcomes Among Overweight And Obese Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: The Idea Randomized Clinical Trial. | Messier Sp;Mihalko Sl;Legault C;Miller Gd;Nicklas Bj;Devita P;Beavers Dp;Hunter Dj;Lyles Mf;Eckstein F;Williamson Jd;Carr Jj;Guermazi A;Loeser Rf | JAMA | knee | 10.1001/jama.2013.277669 | 310 | 1263-73 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing diet, exercise, and diet+exercise interventions in knee OA, but does not compare different levels of supervision. All exercise interventions appear to have similar supervision structure (center-based with option to transition to home-based). |
| 24085378 | Kudo M | 2013 | Analysis Of Effectiveness Of Therapeutic Exercise For Knee Osteoarthritis And Possible Factors Affecting Outcome. | Kudo M;Watanabe K;Otsubo H;Kamiya T;Kaneko F;Katayose M;Yamashita T | JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SCIENCE : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE JAPANESE ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATION | knee | 10.1007/s00776-013-0443-9 | 18 | 932-9 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing group exercise in a class (supervised by physiotherapists) versus home exercise in women with knee OA. Directly compares supervised group exercise versus home-based exercise, clearly meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 24132044 | Bossen D | 2013 | Adherence To A Web-Based Physical Activity Intervention For Patients With Knee And/Or Hip Osteoarthritis: A Mixed Method Study. | Bossen D;Buskermolen M;Veenhof C;De Bakker D;Dekker J | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | knee; hip | 10.2196/jmir.2742 | 15 | E223 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT of web-based physical activity intervention versus waiting list in knee/hip OA patients. The web-based intervention represents unsupervised/minimally supervised exercise delivery compared to potential usual care, meeting inclusion criteria for supervision comparison. |
| 24151589 | Mizusaki Imoto A | 2013 | Effects Of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Combined With Exercises Versus An Exercise Program On The Pain And The Function In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Mizusaki Imoto A;Peccin S;Gomes Da Silva Kn;De Paiva Teixeira Le;Abrahão Mi;Fernandes Moça Trevisani V | BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL | knee | 10.1155/2013/272018 | 2013 | 272018 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing neuromuscular electrical stimulation combined with exercise versus exercise alone in knee OA patients. Does not compare different levels of supervision; both arms appear to have similar supervision structure. |
| 24176784 | | 2013 | 2013 Syr Accepted Poster Abstracts. | | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF YOGA THERAPY | | | 23 SUPPL | 32-53 | EXCLUDE | high | Conference abstract compilation covering various yoga studies. Not a primary research article, and only one abstract (#17) mentions arthritis with no details about study design or supervision comparison. |
| 24196464 | Ko V | 2013 | One-To-One Therapy Is Not Superior To Group Or Home-Based Therapy After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized, Superiority Trial. | Ko V;Naylor J;Harris I;Crosbie J;Yeo A;Mittal R | THE JOURNAL OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY. AMERICAN VOLUME | knee | 10.2106/JBJS.L.00964 | 95 | 1942-9 | EXCLUDE | high | Study compares one-to-one versus group versus home-based physical therapy after total knee arthroplasty. Population is post-surgical arthroplasty patients, not people with osteoarthritis as the primary condition. |
| 24269911 | Bossen D | 2013 | Effectiveness Of A Web-Based Physical Activity Intervention In Patients With Knee And/Or Hip Osteoarthritis: Randomized Controlled Trial. | Bossen D;Veenhof C;Van Beek Ke;Spreeuwenberg Pm;Dekker J;De Bakker Dh | JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH | knee; hip | 10.2196/jmir.2662 | 15 | E257 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares a web-based physical activity intervention to a waiting list control in OA patients. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs, as the intervention is entirely self-directed digital without comparison to supervised exercise. |
| 24324351 | Clarson Le | 2013 | Monitoring Osteoarthritis: A Cross-Sectional Survey In General Practice. | Clarson Le;Nicholl Bi;Bishop A;Edwards Jj;Daniel R;Mallen Cd | CLINICAL MEDICINE INSIGHTS. ARTHRITIS AND MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.4137/CMAMD.S12606 | 6 | 85-91 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cross-sectional survey of GPs' views and practices regarding OA monitoring. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. |
| 24459390 | Raut A | 2013 | Comparative Study Of Amrutbhallataka And Glucosamine Sulphate In Osteoarthritis: Six Months Open Label Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial. | Raut A;Bichile L;Chopra A;Patwardhan B;Vaidya A | JOURNAL OF AYURVEDA AND INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE | | 10.4103/0975-9476.123708 | 4 | 229-36 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares two pharmacological interventions (AmrutBhallatak vs Glucosamine sulphate) for osteoarthritis. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs. |
| 25792901 | Watanabe S | 2013 | Effect Of Body Weight-Supported Walking On Exercise Capacity And Walking Speed In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Watanabe S;Someya F | JOURNAL OF THE JAPANESE PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION = RIGAKU RYOHO | knee | 10.1298/jjpta.Vol16_004 | 16 | 28-35 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT in knee OA comparing two types of treadmill training (body-weight-supported vs full-body-weight), but both groups received supervised training twice weekly. No supervision level comparison. |
| 25945214 | Odole Ac | 2013 | A Telephone-Based Physiotherapy Intervention For Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Odole Ac;Ojo Od | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF TELEREHABILITATION | knee | 10.5195/ijt.2013.6125 | 5 | 11-20 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing clinic-based physiotherapist-administered exercises (supervised) versus telephone-monitored home-based self-administered exercises (non-supervised/minimally supervised) in knee OA patients. Clearly meets inclusion criteria for supervision level comparison. |
| 21726907 | Kao Mj | 2012 | The Effectiveness Of A Self-Management Program On Quality Of Life For Knee Osteoarthritis (Oa) Patients. | Kao Mj;Wu Mp;Tsai Mw;Chang Ww;Wu Sf | ARCHIVES OF GERONTOLOGY AND GERIATRICS | knee | 10.1016/j.archger.2011.05.018 | 54 | 317-24 | EXCLUDE | high | This quasi-experimental study compared a self-management program to routine care in knee OA patients. It is not a randomized controlled trial (described as quasi-experimental with clustered randomization only by district). |
| 21954131 | Hurley Mv | 2012 | Long-Term Outcomes And Costs Of An Integrated Rehabilitation Program For Chronic Knee Pain: A Pragmatic, Cluster Randomized, Controlled Trial. | Hurley Mv;Walsh Ne;Mitchell H;Nicholas J;Patel A | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.20642 | 64 | 238-47 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a cluster RCT comparing ESCAPE-knee pain program (supervised exercise and self-management) versus usual care in people with chronic knee pain. While not explicitly comparing supervised to unsupervised exercise, the supervised program vs usual care comparison may involve differences in supervision levels that warrant inclusion for full-text review. |
| 21971752 | Akkaya N | 2012 | Efficacy Of Electromyographic Biofeedback And Electrical Stimulation Following Arthroscopic Partial Meniscectomy: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Akkaya N;Ardic F;Ozgen M;Akkaya S;Sahin F;Kilic A | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | menisc | 10.1177/0269215511419382 | 26 | 224-36 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT following arthroscopic partial meniscectomy (not osteoarthritis as primary condition) comparing home exercise alone versus home exercise plus EMG biofeedback or electrical stimulation. Population does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 22086491 | Steinhilber B | 2012 | Feasibility And Efficacy Of An 8-Week Progressive Home-Based Strengthening Exercise Program In Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Hip And/Or Total Hip Joint Replacement: A Preliminary Trial. | Steinhilber B;Haupt G;Miller R;Boeer J;Grau S;Janssen P;Krauss I | CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY | hip | 10.1007/s10067-011-1893-0 | 31 | 511-9 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing supervised institutional exercise therapy alone versus supervised therapy plus home-based strengthening program in hip OA patients. Directly compares different supervision levels (fully supervised vs. supervised plus unsupervised home component). |
| 22157435 | Tsukagoshi R | 2012 | Stepping Exercises Improve Muscle Strength In The Early Postoperative Phase After Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Retrospective Study. | Tsukagoshi R;Tateuchi H;Fukumoto Y;Okumura H;Ichihashi N | AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION | hip | 10.1097/PHM.0b013e31823c7433 | 91 | 43-52 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a retrospective study (not an RCT) comparing stepping exercises plus conventional physical therapy versus conventional physical therapy alone in hip arthroplasty patients. The population is post-surgical, not osteoarthritis, and the study design does not meet RCT criteria. |
| 22161649 | Henriksen M | 2012 | Changes In Lower Extremity Muscle Mass And Muscle Strength After Weight Loss In Obese Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Prospective Cohort Study. | Henriksen M;Christensen R;Danneskiold-Samsøe B;Bliddal H | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | knee | 10.1002/art.33394 | 64 | 438-42 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a prospective cohort study examining effects of diet-induced weight loss on muscle mass and strength, not an RCT comparing different levels of exercise supervision. No comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 22200383 | Loyola-Sánchez A | 2012 | Effect Of Low-Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound On The Cartilage Repair In People With Mild To Moderate Knee Osteoarthritis: A Double-Blinded, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study. | Loyola-Sánchez A;Richardson J;Beattie Ka;Otero-Fuentes C;Adachi Jd;Macintyre Nj | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2011.07.196 | 93 | 35-42 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares active ultrasound therapy versus sham ultrasound therapy, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. No exercise intervention is described. |
| 22200399 | Feinglass J | 2012 | Association Of Functional Status With Changes In Physical Activity: Insights From A Behavioral Intervention For Participants With Arthritis. | Feinglass J;Song J;Semanik P;Lee J;Manheim L;Dunlop D;Chang Rw | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | | 10.1016/j.apmr.2011.06.037 | 93 | 172-5 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis of physical activity changes in a behavioral intervention trial for arthritis. The comparison is counseling vs physician advice, not supervised vs unsupervised exercise. |
| 22289235 | Brantingham Jw | 2012 | Full Kinetic Chain Manual And Manipulative Therapy Plus Exercise Compared With Targeted Manual And Manipulative Therapy Plus Exercise For Symptomatic Osteoarthritis Of The Hip: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Brantingham Jw;Parkin-Smith G;Cassa Tk;Globe Ga;Globe D;Pollard H;Deluca K;Jensen M;Mayer S;Korporaal C | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | hip | 10.1016/j.apmr.2011.08.036 | 93 | 259-67 | EXCLUDE | high | Both groups received supervised manual and manipulative therapy plus exercise in teaching clinics over 9 treatments in 5 weeks. The comparison is between full kinematic chain vs targeted treatment approach, not supervision level. |
| 22397710 | Chang Tf | 2012 | Effects Of Elastic-Band Exercise On Lower-Extremity Function Among Female Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Chang Tf;Liou Th;Chen Ch;Huang Yc;Chang Kh | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.3109/09638288.2012.660598 | 34 | 1727-35 | EXCLUDE | high | Compares supervised elastic-band exercise plus conventional treatment versus conventional treatment only in knee OA. Does not compare different levels of supervision in exercise delivery. |
| 22451440 | Mikkelsen Lr | 2012 | Early, Intensified Home-Based Exercise After Total Hip Replacement--A Pilot Study. | Mikkelsen Lr;Mikkelsen Ss;Christensen Fb | PHYSIOTHERAPY RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL : THE JOURNAL FOR RESEARCHERS AND CLINICIANS IN PHYSICAL THERAPY | hip | 10.1002/pri.1523 | 17 | 214-26 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing intensified home-based exercise versus standard rehabilitation exercises in THR patients with osteoarthritis. Although supervision level is not explicitly stated, home-based versus standard rehabilitation suggests differential supervision that warrants inclusion given sensitivity guidelines. |
| 22459699 | Atamaz Fc | 2012 | Comparison Of The Efficacy Of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation, Interferential Currents, And Shortwave Diathermy In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Controlled, Multicenter Study. | Atamaz Fc;Durmaz B;Baydar M;Demircioglu Oy;Iyiyapici A;Kuran B;Oncel S;Sendur Of | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2011.11.037 | 93 | 748-56 | INCLUDE | moderate | All groups received 3 weeks supervised group exercise followed by home-based training program. This represents a comparison between supervised and home-based (non-supervised) exercise components, though both are part of a multimodal package. |
| 22503429 | Pietrosimone Bg | 2012 | Changes In Voluntary Quadriceps Activation Predict Changes In Quadriceps Strength After Therapeutic Exercise In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Pietrosimone Bg;Saliba Sa | THE KNEE | knee | 10.1016/j.knee.2012.03.002 | 19 | 939-43 | EXCLUDE | high | Single-arm study evaluating a 4-week supervised therapeutic exercise protocol with no comparison group. Does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 22537508 | Ebnezar J | 2012 | Effects Of An Integrated Approach Of Hatha Yoga Therapy On Functional Disability, Pain, And Flexibility In Osteoarthritis Of The Knee Joint: A Randomized Controlled Study. | Ebnezar J;Nagarathna R;Yogitha B;Nagendra Hr | JOURNAL OF ALTERNATIVE AND COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE (NEW YORK, N.Y.) | knee | 10.1089/acm.2010.0320 | 18 | 463-72 | EXCLUDE | high | Both groups received supervised interventions (40 minutes per day) for 3 months. The study compares hatha yoga therapy versus therapeutic exercises, not different levels of supervision. |
| 22574571 | Deng N | 2012 | [Effect Of Stiletto Needle Intervention Combined With Massage On Dysfunction And Pain Of Knee-Joints In Patients With Knee Osteoarthrosis]. | Deng N;Ran Qf;Jin T;Zhou Xb;Ren Mq;Wang Jt;Wang Xy;Shen Yh | ZHEN CI YAN JIU = ACUPUNCTURE RESEARCH | knee | | 37 | 59-63, 76 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares stiletto needle stimulation combined with massage versus massage alone in knee OA. It does not involve an exercise intervention or comparison of supervision levels. |
| 22575796 | Focht Bc | 2012 | Improving Maintenance Of Physical Activity In Older, Knee Osteoarthritis Patients Trial-Pilot (Impact-P): Design And Methods. | Focht Bc;Garver Mj;Devor St;Dials J;Rose M;Lucas Ar;Emery Cf;Hackshaw K;Rejeski Wj | CONTEMPORARY CLINICAL TRIALS | knee | 10.1016/j.cct.2012.04.012 | 33 | 976-82 | INCLUDE | moderate | This pilot RCT compares group-mediated cognitive behavioral exercise intervention with traditional center-based exercise therapy in knee OA. These interventions likely differ in supervision levels (group vs. center-based), warranting inclusion per sensitivity rules. |
| 22613244 | Moe Rh | 2012 | Daily Use Of A Cane For Two Months Reduced Pain And Improved Function In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Moe Rh;Fernandes L;Osterås N | JOURNAL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY | knee | 10.1016/S1836-9553(12)70094-2 | 58 | 128 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates daily use of a cane versus no cane in knee OA patients. It does not involve an exercise intervention or comparison of supervision levels. |
| 22759883 | Bruce-Brand Ra | 2012 | Effects Of Home-Based Resistance Training And Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Bruce-Brand Ra;Walls Rj;Ong Jc;Emerson Bs;O'byrne Jm;Moyna Nm | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-13-118 | 13 | 118 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares home-based resistance training with NMES and a control group in knee OA patients. Home-based resistance training is non-supervised exercise, making this relevant to the review question. |
| 22788574 | Trombini-Souza F | 2012 | Effectiveness Of A Long-Term Use Of A Minimalist Footwear Versus Habitual Shoe On Pain, Function And Mechanical Loads In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Trombini-Souza F;Fuller R;Matias A;Yokota M;Butugan M;Goldenstein-Schainberg C;Sacco Ic | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | foot; knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-13-121 | 13 | 121 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares minimalist footwear versus habitual shoes in knee OA patients. It does not involve a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 22820824 | Rabini A | 2012 | Deep Heating Therapy Via Microwave Diathermy Relieves Pain And Improves Physical Function In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Double-Blind Randomized Clinical Trial. | Rabini A;Piazzini Db;Tancredi G;Foti C;Milano G;Ronconi G;Specchia A;Ferrara Pe;Maggi L;Amabile E;Galli M;Bernabei R;Bertolini C;Marzetti E | EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE | knee | | 48 | 549-59 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares deep heating therapy (microwave diathermy) versus superficial heating therapy (hot packs) in knee OA patients. It is a comparison of physical modalities, not exercise interventions differing in supervision level. |
| 22828288 | Bennell Kl | 2012 | A Physiotherapist-Delivered Integrated Exercise And Pain Coping Skills Training Intervention For Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial Protocol. | Bennell Kl;Ahamed Y;Bryant C;Jull G;Hunt Ma;Kenardy J;Forbes A;Harris A;Nicholas M;Metcalf B;Egerton T;Keefe Fj | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-13-129 | 13 | 129 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing exercise alone, pain coping skills training alone, or integrated exercise and PCST in knee OA. The comparison is between different intervention types (exercise vs psychological skills vs combined), not between supervised and non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 22906061 | Riddle Dl | 2012 | A Phase Iii Randomized Three-Arm Trial Of Physical Therapist Delivered Pain Coping Skills Training For Patients With Total Knee Arthroplasty: The Kastpain Protocol. | Riddle Dl;Keefe Fj;Ang D;J K;Dumenci L;Jensen Mp;Bair Mj;Reed Sd;Kroenke K | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-13-149 | 13 | 149 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing pain coping skills training versus arthritis education versus usual care in TKA patients. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise; the interventions are psychological/educational rather than exercise-based. |
| 22914302 | Soni A | 2012 | Supervised Exercise Plus Acupuncture For Moderate To Severe Knee Osteoarthritis: A Small Randomised Controlled Trial. | Soni A;Joshi A;Mudge N;Wyatt M;Williamson L | ACUPUNCTURE IN MEDICINE : JOURNAL OF THE BRITISH MEDICAL ACUPUNCTURE SOCIETY | knee | 10.1136/acupmed-2012-010128 | 30 | 176-81 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares combined acupuncture and supervised physiotherapy versus a standardized exercise and advice leaflet in knee OA patients. While it involves exercise, the primary comparison is acupuncture plus physiotherapy versus advice leaflet, not a direct comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 23061875 | Brosseau L | 2012 | The Implementation Of A Community-Based Aerobic Walking Program For Mild To Moderate Knee Osteoarthritis (Oa): A Knowledge Translation (Kt) Randomized Controlled Trial (Rct): Part I: The Uptake Of The Ottawa Panel Clinical Practice Guidelines (Cpgs). | Brosseau L;Wells Ga;Kenny Gp;Reid R;Maetzel A;Tugwell P;Huijbregts M;Mccullough C;De Angelis G;Chen L | BMC PUBLIC HEALTH | knee | 10.1186/1471-2458-12-871 | 12 | 871 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing a supervised community-based aerobic walking program (with and without behavioral intervention) to a self-directed control group receiving only an educational pamphlet in patients with knee OA. This clearly compares supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 23166425 | Armagan O | 2012 | Inhalation Therapy Of Calcitonin Relieves Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Armagan O;Serin Dk;Calisir C;Dokumacioglu A;Ozgen M;Oner S;Alatas O | JOURNAL OF KOREAN MEDICAL SCIENCE | knee | 10.3346/jkms.2012.27.11.1405 | 27 | 1405-10 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares nasal salmon calcitonin plus home exercise program versus home exercise program alone in knee OA patients. Both groups receive the same home exercise program; the comparison is pharmacological, not about supervision levels of exercise. |
| 23181415 | Hall M | 2012 | The Effects Of Neuromuscular Exercise On Medial Knee Joint Load Post-Arthroscopic Partial Medial Meniscectomy: 'Scopex', A Randomised Control Trial Protocol. | Hall M;Hinman Rs;Wrigley Tv;Roos Em;Hodges Pw;Staples M;Bennell Kl | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee; menisc | 10.1186/1471-2474-13-233 | 13 | 233 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT protocol compares a home-based, physiotherapist-supervised neuromuscular exercise program versus a control group receiving no neuromuscular training in people post-meniscectomy at risk for knee OA. The comparison is between supervised home-based exercise and no exercise, representing a supervision difference. |
| 23190932 | Monaghan B | 2012 | Functional Exercise After Total Hip Replacement (Feather): A Randomised Control Trial. | Monaghan B;Grant T;Hing W;Cusack T | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip | 10.1186/1471-2474-13-237 | 13 | 237 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT protocol comparing a supervised functional exercise class (twice weekly for 6 weeks, supervised by a chartered physiotherapist) versus usual care in patients following total hip arthroplasty for OA. This clearly represents a supervised versus non-supervised exercise comparison. |
| 23193423 | Zhang Y | 2012 | Training Self-Administered Acupressure Exercise Among Postmenopausal Women With Osteoarthritic Knee Pain: A Feasibility Study And Lessons Learned. | Zhang Y;Shen Cl;Peck K;Brismée Jm;Doctolero S;Lo Df;Lim Y;Lao L | EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE : ECAM | knee | 10.1155/2012/570431 | 2012 | 570431 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares self-administered acupressure exercise to usual care in postmenopausal women with knee OA. Both groups appear to be unsupervised (self-administered acupressure vs control), with no comparison between supervised and non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 23231928 | Bennell Kl | 2012 | Addition Of Telephone Coaching To A Physiotherapist-Delivered Physical Activity Program In People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial Protocol. | Bennell Kl;Egerton T;Bills C;Gale J;Kolt Gs;Bunker Sj;Hunter Dj;Brand Ca;Forbes A;Harris A;Hinman Rs | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-13-246 | 13 | 246 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol only without results. Both groups receive physiotherapy with the comparison being addition of telephone coaching for behavior change support, not a comparison of supervision levels of exercise delivery. |
| 23234575 | Brosseau L | 2012 | The Implementation Of A Community-Based Aerobic Walking Program For Mild To Moderate Knee Osteoarthritis: A Knowledge Translation Randomized Controlled Trial: Part Ii: Clinical Outcomes. | Brosseau L;Wells Ga;Kenny Gp;Reid R;Maetzel A;Tugwell P;Huijbregts M;Mccullough C;De Angelis G;Chen L | BMC PUBLIC HEALTH | knee | 10.1186/1471-2458-12-1073 | 12 | 1073 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT in knee OA patients compares three groups including supervised community-based walking program versus self-directed control with pamphlet only. This represents a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 24150088 | Rogers Mw | 2012 | Efficacy Of Home-Based Kinesthesia, Balance & Agility Exercise Training Among Persons With Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis. | Rogers Mw;Tamulevicius N;Semple Sj;Krkeljas Z | JOURNAL OF SPORTS SCIENCE & MEDICINE | knee | | 11 | 751-8 | EXCLUDE | moderate | All exercise groups (KBA, RT, KBA+RT) received home-based training vs placebo control (inert lotion). There is no supervised exercise comparison arm; all exercise interventions appear unsupervised. |
| 26069611 | Kirkendall Dt | 2012 | Management Of The Retired Athlete With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Kirkendall Dt;Garrett We | CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1177/1947603511408287 | 3 | 69S-76S | EXCLUDE | high | This is a narrative review of meta-analyses and systematic reviews about knee OA management in retired athletes. It is not a primary RCT. |
| 20690878 | Assche Dv | 2011 | Implementing One Standardized Rehabilitation Protocol Following Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation Or Microfracture In The Knee Results In Comparable Physical Therapy Management. | Assche Dv;Caspel Dv;Staes F;Saris Db;Bellemans J;Vanlauwe J;Luyten Fp | PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE | knee | 10.3109/09593981003681046 | 27 | 125-36 | EXCLUDE | high | Study compares surgical treatments (autologous chondrocyte implantation vs microfracture) with same standardized rehabilitation protocol for both groups. Does not compare different supervision levels of exercise. |
| 21078702 | Juhakoski R | 2011 | A Pragmatic Randomized Controlled Study Of The Effectiveness And Cost Consequences Of Exercise Therapy In Hip Osteoarthritis. | Juhakoski R;Tenhonen S;Malmivaara A;Kiviniemi V;Anttonen T;Arokoski Jp | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | hip | 10.1177/0269215510388313 | 25 | 370-83 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT in hip osteoarthritis patients comparing 12 supervised exercise sessions plus home-based exercise vs standard GP care. It evaluates supervised exercise with a home-based component, which aligns with comparing different levels of supervision. |
| 21080347 | Kauppila Am | 2011 | Economic Evaluation Of Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation After Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty Based On A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Kauppila Am;Sintonen H;Aronen P;Ohtonen P;Kyllönen E;Arokoski Jp | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.20398 | 63 | 335-41 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates multidisciplinary rehabilitation vs conventional care after total knee arthroplasty, but does not compare supervised vs non-supervised exercise as the primary distinction. The intervention is multidisciplinary biopsychosocial rehabilitation, not specifically exercise supervision levels. |
| 21160056 | Roger Vl | 2011 | Heart Disease And Stroke Statistics--2011 Update: A Report From The American Heart Association. | Roger Vl;Go As;Lloyd-Jones Dm;Adams Rj;Berry Jd;Brown Tm;Carnethon Mr;Dai S;De Simone G;Ford Es;Fox Cs;Fullerton Hj;Gillespie C;Greenlund Kj;Hailpern Sm;Heit Ja;Ho Pm;Howard Vj;Kissela Bm;Kittner Sj;Lackland Dt;Lichtman Jh;Lisabeth Ld;Makuc Dm;Marcus Gm;Marelli A;Matchar Db;Mcdermott Mm;Meigs Jb;Moy Cs;Mozaffarian D;Mussolino Me;Nichol G;Paynter Np;Rosamond Wd;Sorlie Pd;Stafford Rs;Turan Tn;Turner Mb;Wong Nd;Wylie-Rosett J | CIRCULATION | | 10.1161/CIR.0b013e3182009701 | 123 | E18-E209 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a statistical update report on cardiovascular disease and stroke epidemiology, not a randomized controlled trial. It does not involve osteoarthritis or exercise interventions. |
| 21248209 | Russell Tg | 2011 | Internet-Based Outpatient Telerehabilitation For Patients Following Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Russell Tg;Buttrum P;Wootton R;Jull Ga | THE JOURNAL OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY. AMERICAN VOLUME | knee | 10.2106/JBJS.I.01375 | 93 | 113-20 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares Internet-based telerehabilitation versus conventional outpatient physical therapy in patients after total knee arthroplasty for degenerative arthritis. While post-surgical, this involves comparing remote/digital supervision versus in-person supervision, which meets criteria, though the population is post-arthroplasty rather than conservative OA management. |
| 21282869 | Pietrosimone Bg | 2011 | Effects Of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation And Therapeutic Exercise On Quadriceps Activation In People With Tibiofemoral Osteoarthritis. | Pietrosimone Bg;Saliba Sa;Hart Jm;Hertel J;Kerrigan Dc;Ingersoll Cd | THE JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY | | 10.2519/jospt.2011.3447 | 41 | 4-12 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT in people with tibiofemoral OA compares TENS plus exercise versus placebo TENS plus exercise versus exercise only. All groups completed a supervised 4-week exercise program with no differences in supervision level between groups. |
| 21309650 | Breugem Sj | 2011 | The Important Predictors Of Cycling Use In Three Groups Of Knee Patients. | Breugem Sj;Haverkamp D;Sierevelt In;Stibbe Ab;Blankevoort L;Van Dijk Cn | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.3109/09638288.2011.552665 | 33 | 1925-9 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational cross-sectional study evaluating predictors of cycling ability in knee patients, not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. No randomization or intervention comparison is described. |
| 21330451 | Fitzgerald Gk | 2011 | Agility And Perturbation Training Techniques In Exercise Therapy For Reducing Pain And Improving Function In People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Fitzgerald Gk;Piva Sr;Gil Ab;Wisniewski Sr;Oddis Cv;Irrgang Jj | PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.2522/ptj.20100188 | 91 | 452-69 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT in people with knee OA compares two different exercise interventions (agility/perturbation training added to standard exercise versus standard exercise alone), not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. Both groups appear to have received the same level of supervision in the outpatient physical therapy clinic. |
| 21387574 | Mann C | 2011 | Health Care Provision For Osteoarthritis: Concordance Between What Patients Would Like And What Health Professionals Think They Should Have. | Mann C;Gooberman-Hill R | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | | 10.1002/acr.20459 | 63 | 963-72 | EXCLUDE | high | Qualitative study exploring opinions about OA care provision, not a randomized controlled trial. No intervention or comparison of exercise supervision levels. |
| 21398389 | Tousignant M | 2011 | A Randomized Controlled Trial Of Home Telerehabilitation For Post-Knee Arthroplasty. | Tousignant M;Moffet H;Boissy P;Corriveau H;Cabana F;Marquis F | JOURNAL OF TELEMEDICINE AND TELECARE | knee | 10.1258/jtt.2010.100602 | 17 | 195-8 | EXCLUDE | high | Post-knee arthroplasty (TKA) population, not primary osteoarthritis. Compares home telerehabilitation versus usual care in surgical recovery context, which falls outside the OA population criteria. |
| 21422897 | Piyakhachornrot N | 2011 | Impact Of An Integrated Health Education And Exercise Program In Middle-Aged Thai Adults With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Piyakhachornrot N;Aree-Ue S;Putwatana P;Kawinwonggowit V | ORTHOPEDIC NURSING | knee | 10.1097/NOR.0b013e31821130bf | 30 | 134-42 | INCLUDE | high | Randomized controlled trial comparing facilities-based exercise (Group 1) versus supervised home-based exercise (Group 2) in adults with knee osteoarthritis. Compares different delivery modes with different supervision levels over 12 weeks. |
| 21514018 | Mcquade Kj | 2011 | Effects Of Progressive Resistance Strength Training On Knee Biomechanics During Single Leg Step-Up In Persons With Mild Knee Osteoarthritis. | Mcquade Kj;De Oliveira As | CLINICAL BIOMECHANICS (BRISTOL, AVON) | knee | 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2011.03.006 | 26 | 741-8 | EXCLUDE | high | Single sample clinical trial with pre-post design, not a randomized controlled trial. All participants received the same individually supervised training program with no comparison group. |
| 21515996 | Lee J | 2011 | [Effect Of An Integral Care System: A Combination Of Oriental And Western Care For Older Adults With Degenerative Arthritis]. | Lee J;Ji Es | JOURNAL OF KOREAN ACADEMY OF NURSING | | 10.4040/jkan.2011.41.1.18 | 41 | 18-25 | EXCLUDE | high | Not a randomized controlled trial - described as a prospective comparative design without mention of randomization. Compares integrated oriental/western care versus western care, not supervision levels of exercise. |
| 21695751 | Bearne Lm | 2011 | Feasibility Of An Exercise-Based Rehabilitation Programme For Chronic Hip Pain. | Bearne Lm;Walsh Ne;Jessep S;Hurley Mv | MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE | hip | 10.1002/msc.209 | 9 | 160-8 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing a five-week supervised exercise and self-management programme delivered in primary care versus GP management in chronic hip pain patients. This compares supervised clinic-based exercise to usual care, which likely differs in supervision level. |
| 21716617 | Byeon Gj | 2011 | Piriformis Syndrome In Knee Osteoarthritis Patients After Wearing Rocker Bottom Shoes. | Byeon Gj;Kim Kh | THE KOREAN JOURNAL OF PAIN | knee | 10.3344/kjp.2011.24.2.93 | 24 | 93-9 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares stopping versus continuing rocker bottom shoe wear in patients with piriformis syndrome and knee OA. While a home exercise program was included, the primary comparison is about footwear, not supervision levels of exercise. |
| 21745357 | Dziedzic Ks | 2011 | Self Management, Joint Protection And Exercises In Hand Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial With Cost Effectiveness Analyses. | Dziedzic Ks;Hill S;Nicholls E;Hammond A;Myers H;Whitehurst T;Bailey J;Clements C;Whitehurst Dg;Jowett S;Handy J;Hughes Rw;Thomas E;Hay Em | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hand | 10.1186/1471-2474-12-156 | 12 | 156 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a 2x2 factorial RCT comparing joint protection and hand exercises in hand OA, but all interventions are delivered by occupational therapists. There is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 21748729 | Mnatzaganian G | 2011 | Smoking, Body Weight, Physical Exercise, And Risk Of Lower Limb Total Joint Replacement In A Population-Based Cohort Of Men. | Mnatzaganian G;Ryan P;Norman Pe;Davidson Dc;Hiller Je | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | | 10.1002/art.30400 | 63 | 2523-30 | EXCLUDE | high | Cohort study (not an RCT) examining associations between lifestyle factors and risk of total joint replacement in men. No intervention or comparison of exercise supervision levels. |
| 21816996 | John Mm | 2011 | Dynamic Splinting For Postoperative Hallux Limitus: A Randomized, Controlled Trial. | John Mm;Kalish S;Perns Sv;Willis Fb | JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN PODIATRIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION | | 10.7547/1010285 | 101 | 285-8 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT evaluating dynamic splinting for postoperative hallux limitus, not osteoarthritis. Focus is on splinting device rather than supervised versus unsupervised exercise comparison. |
| 21817012 | Bennell Kl | 2011 | Building The Rationale And Structure For A Complex Physical Therapy Intervention Within The Context Of A Clinical Trial: A Multimodal Individualized Treatment For Patients With Hip Osteoarthritis. | Bennell Kl;Egerton T;Pua Yh;Abbott Jh;Sims K;Buchbinder R | PHYSICAL THERAPY | hip | 10.2522/ptj.20100430 | 91 | 1525-41 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a perspective article describing the development and rationale for a complex physical therapy intervention protocol for hip OA, not a report of trial results. No randomized trial data presented. |
| 21946401 | Foti C | 2011 | A Prospective Observational Study Of The Clinical Efficacy And Safety Of Intra-Articular Sodium Hyaluronate In Synovial Joints With Osteoarthritis. | Foti C;Cisari C;Carda S;Giordan N;Rocco A;Frizziero A;Della Bella G | EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE | | | 47 | 407-15 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a prospective observational study (not an RCT) evaluating intra-articular sodium hyaluronate injections for OA. No comparison of supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 22003157 | Teixeira Pe | 2011 | Effects Of Impairment-Based Exercise On Performance Of Specific Self-Reported Functional Tasks In Individuals With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Teixeira Pe;Piva Sr;Fitzgerald Gk | PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.2522/ptj.20100269 | 91 | 1752-65 | INCLUDE | moderate | Secondary analysis of RCT in knee OA comparing impairment-based exercise versus impairment-based exercise plus agility/perturbation training. While supervision level not explicitly stated, this compares different exercise delivery approaches that likely differ in supervision characteristics. |
| 22022123 | Ebnezar J | 2011 | Effect Of An Integrated Approach Of Yoga Therapy On Quality Of Life In Osteoarthritis Of The Knee Joint: A Randomized Control Study. | Ebnezar J;Nagarathna R;Bali Y;Nagendra Hr | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF YOGA | knee | 10.4103/0973-6131.85486 | 4 | 55-63 | INCLUDE | high | RCT in knee OA comparing supervised integrated yoga therapy versus supervised physiotherapy exercises (both supervised 40 min/day for 2 weeks). Both arms appear supervised, meeting inclusion criteria for comparing different supervised exercise approaches in OA. |
| 22048093 | Zywiel Mg | 2011 | Chronic Opioid Use Prior To Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Zywiel Mg;Stroh Da;Lee Sy;Bonutti Pm;Mont Ma | THE JOURNAL OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY. AMERICAN VOLUME | knee | 10.2106/JBJS.J.01473 | 93 | 1988-93 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares outcomes in patients with chronic opioid use versus non-opioid use prior to total knee arthroplasty. Not an exercise intervention trial and does not compare supervision levels. |
| 22114973 | Krauss I | 2011 | Efficacy Of Conservative Treatment Regimes For Hip Osteoarthritis--Evaluation Of The Therapeutic Exercise Regime "Hip School": A Protocol For A Randomised, Controlled Trial. | Krauss I;Steinhilber B;Haupt G;Miller R;Grau S;Janssen P | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip | 10.1186/1471-2474-12-270 | 12 | 270 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT protocol compares a 12-week exercise regime combining group exercises (1/week) and home-based exercises (2/week) versus non-intervention control and ultrasound groups in hip OA patients. The exercise intervention appears to include both supervised group sessions and unsupervised home-based components, though full details require confirmation from the full text. |
| 22141334 | Bennell Kl | 2011 | Comparison Of Neuromuscular And Quadriceps Strengthening Exercise In The Treatment Of Varus Malaligned Knees With Medial Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Controlled Trial Protocol. | Bennell Kl;Egerton T;Wrigley Tv;Hodges Pw;Hunt M;Roos Em;Kyriakides M;Metcalf B;Forbes A;Ageberg E;Hinman Rs | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-12-276 | 12 | 276 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an RCT protocol comparing two different types of exercise programs (neuromuscular versus quadriceps strengthening), but both programs involve the same supervision structure (14 supervised sessions plus 4 unsupervised home sessions per week). The comparison is exercise type, not supervision level. |
| 22256633 | Ren Xm | 2011 | [Knee Osteoarthritis Treated With Moxibustion: A Randomized Controlled Trial]. | Ren Xm;Cao Jj;Shen Xy;Wang Lz;Zhao L;Wu F;Zhang Hm | ZHONGGUO ZHEN JIU = CHINESE ACUPUNCTURE & MOXIBUSTION | knee | | 31 | 1057-61 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares moxibustion to placebo moxibustion for knee OA. No exercise intervention or supervision comparison is involved. |
| 19800258 | Mulieri Pj | 2010 | Is A Formal Physical Therapy Program Necessary After Total Shoulder Arthroplasty For Osteoarthritis? | Mulieri Pj;Holcomb Jo;Dunning P;Pliner M;Bogle Rk;Pupello D;Frankle Ma | JOURNAL OF SHOULDER AND ELBOW SURGERY | shoulder | 10.1016/j.jse.2009.07.012 | 19 | 570-9 | INCLUDE | high | Retrospective analysis comparing formal supervised physical therapy versus home-based physician-guided PT after total shoulder arthroplasty for osteoarthritis. This clearly compares supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery modes in OA patients. |
| 19825498 | Allen Kd | 2010 | Racial Differences In Osteoarthritis Pain And Function: Potential Explanatory Factors. | Allen Kd;Oddone Ez;Coffman Cj;Keefe Fj;Lindquist Jh;Bosworth Hb | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | | 10.1016/j.joca.2009.09.010 | 18 | 160-7 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis of baseline data from a telephone-based self-management trial examining racial differences in pain and function. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 19860602 | Crosbie J | 2010 | Predictors Of Functional Ambulation And Patient Perception Following Total Knee Replacement And Short-Term Rehabilitation. | Crosbie J;Naylor J;Harmer A;Russell T | DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.3109/09638280903381014 | 32 | 1088-98 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a retrospective analysis of predictors following total knee replacement, analyzing data from an RCT but not comparing supervised versus unsupervised exercise. The focus is on prediction modeling, not intervention comparison. |
| 20056719 | Farr Jn | 2010 | Progressive Resistance Training Improves Overall Physical Activity Levels In Patients With Early Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Farr Jn;Going Sb;Mcknight Pe;Kasle S;Cussler Ec;Cornett M | PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.2522/ptj.20090041 | 90 | 356-66 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This RCT in knee OA compares resistance training to self-management, but focuses on type of intervention rather than supervision level. Both groups appear to receive similar levels of supervision/instruction, not differing primarily in supervision. |
| 20077576 | French Hp | 2010 | Measuring Patient Satisfaction With Exercise Therapy For Knee Osteoarthritis: Evaluating The Utility Of The Physiotherapy Outpatient Survey. | French Hp;Keogan F;Gilsenan C;Waldron L;O'connell P | MUSCULOSKELETAL CARE | knee | 10.1002/msc.166 | 8 | 61-7 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates patient satisfaction between two different exercise types (open vs closed kinetic chain) for knee OA. It does not compare different levels of supervision. |
| 20175973 | Bennell Kl | 2010 | Hip Strengthening Reduces Symptoms But Not Knee Load In People With Medial Knee Osteoarthritis And Varus Malalignment: A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Bennell Kl;Hunt Ma;Wrigley Tv;Hunter Dj;Mcmanus Fj;Hodges Pw;Li L;Hinman Rs | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | hip; knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2010.01.010 | 18 | 621-8 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing physiotherapist-supervised home exercise program to no intervention control in people with medial knee OA. Although both arms involve home exercise, one is supervised by a physiotherapist while the control has no supervision, creating a clear supervision contrast. |
| 20177766 | Mcknight Pe | 2010 | Coping Self-Efficacy As A Mediator Between Catastrophizing And Physical Functioning: Treatment Target Selection In An Osteoarthritis Sample. | Mcknight Pe;Afram A;Kashdan Tb;Kasle S;Zautra A | JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE | | 10.1007/s10865-010-9252-1 | 33 | 239-49 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This is a secondary analysis examining psychological mediators (self-efficacy, catastrophizing) from an RCT, not evaluating supervision differences as the primary comparison. The parent trial may be relevant but this report focuses on psychological mechanisms. |
| 20185613 | Fernandes L | 2010 | Development Of A Therapeutic Exercise Program For Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Hip. | Fernandes L;Storheim K;Nordsletten L;Risberg Ma | PHYSICAL THERAPY | hip | 10.2522/ptj.20090083 | 90 | 592-601 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a single-patient case report describing a therapeutic exercise program for hip OA, not a randomized controlled trial. Does not meet study design criteria. |
| 20185897 | Cotofana S | 2010 | Effects Of Exercise Intervention On Knee Morphology In Middle-Aged Women: A Longitudinal Analysis Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging. | Cotofana S;Ring-Dimitriou S;Hudelmaier M;Himmer M;Wirth W;Sänger Am;Eckstein F | CELLS, TISSUES, ORGANS | knee | 10.1159/000289816 | 192 | 64-72 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT examines exercise effects on knee morphology but compares different exercise types (endurance vs strength vs control), not supervised vs unsupervised delivery. All groups received supervised training with no home-based comparison. |
| 20191490 | Mcknight Pe | 2010 | A Comparison Of Strength Training, Self-Management, And The Combination For Early Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Mcknight Pe;Kasle S;Going S;Villanueva I;Cornett M;Farr J;Wright J;Streeter C;Zautra A | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | knee | 10.1002/acr.20013 | 62 | 45-53 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing strength training, self-management, and combined programs in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Strength training arms likely differ in supervision level from self-management, which is typically home-based. |
| 20191513 | Kissin Ey | 2010 | Self-Directed Learning Of Basic Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Among Rheumatologists In The United States. | Kissin Ey;Nishio J;Yang M;Backhaus M;Balint Pv;Bruyn Ga;Craig-Muller J;D'agostino Ma;Feoktistov A;Goyal J;Iagnocco A;Ike Rw;Moller I;Naredo E;Pineda C;Schmidt Wa;Swen N;Tabechian D;Wakefield Rj;Wells Af;Kaeley Gs | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | | 10.1002/acr.20063 | 62 | 155-60 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates ultrasound training among rheumatologists, not exercise interventions for osteoarthritis. Does not meet population or intervention criteria. |
| 20192907 | Song R | 2010 | A Randomized Study Of The Effects Of T'ai Chi On Muscle Strength, Bone Mineral Density, And Fear Of Falling In Women With Osteoarthritis. | Song R;Roberts Bl;Lee Eo;Lam P;Bae Sc | JOURNAL OF ALTERNATIVE AND COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE (NEW YORK, N.Y.) | | 10.1089/acm.2009.0165 | 16 | 227-33 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares a t'ai chi program versus control in women with osteoarthritis. While supervision level is not explicitly stated, t'ai chi programs are typically supervised/group-based, making this a potential supervised versus non-supervised comparison warranting inclusion per sensitivity rules. |
| 20215901 | Hart L | 2010 | Supervised Exercise Versus Usual Care For Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome. | Hart L | CLINICAL JOURNAL OF SPORT MEDICINE : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE CANADIAN ACADEMY OF SPORT MEDICINE | | 10.1097/01.jsm.0000369405.77182.29 | 20 | 133 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares supervised exercise therapy (25-minute sessions with physical therapist supervision) versus usual care (pamphlet with isometric exercises) in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome. This clearly compares supervised versus minimally supervised/self-directed exercise. |
| 20235201 | Pisters Mf | 2010 | Exercise Adherence Improving Long-Term Patient Outcome In Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Hip And/Or Knee. | Pisters Mf;Veenhof C;Schellevis Fg;Twisk Jw;Dekker J;De Bakker Dh | ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH | hip; knee | 10.1002/acr.20182 | 62 | 1087-94 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a prospective observational follow-up study examining the association between exercise adherence and outcomes, not an RCT. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 20354057 | Kauppila Am | 2010 | Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation After Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Study Of Its Effects On Functional Capacity And Quality Of Life. | Kauppila Am;Kyllönen E;Ohtonen P;Hämäläinen M;Mikkonen P;Laine V;Siira P;Mäki-Heikkilä P;Sintonen H;Leppilahti J;Arokoski Jp | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/0269215509346089 | 24 | 398-411 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares a multidisciplinary rehabilitation program versus conventional care after total knee arthroplasty. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 20376172 | Myers Sp | 2010 | A Combined Phase I And Ii Open Label Study On The Effects Of A Seaweed Extract Nutrient Complex On Osteoarthritis. | Myers Sp;O'connor J;Fitton Jh;Brooks L;Rolfe M;Connellan P;Wohlmuth H;Cheras Pa;Morris C | BIOLOGICS : TARGETS & THERAPY | | 10.2147/btt.s8354 | 4 | 33-44 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a study testing a seaweed extract nutrient complex supplement, not an exercise intervention. There is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 20378678 | Piva Sr | 2010 | A Balance Exercise Program Appears To Improve Function For Patients With Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Piva Sr;Gil Ab;Almeida Gj;Digioia Am;Levison Tj;Fitzgerald Gk | PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.2522/ptj.20090150 | 90 | 880-94 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT involves patients with total knee arthroplasty (TKA), not osteoarthritis as the primary condition. While it compares functional training with and without balance exercises, the population does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 20378679 | Sled Ea | 2010 | Effect Of A Home Program Of Hip Abductor Exercises On Knee Joint Loading, Strength, Function, And Pain In People With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Clinical Trial. | Sled Ea;Khoja L;Deluzio Kj;Olney Sj;Culham Eg | PHYSICAL THERAPY | hip; knee | 10.2522/ptj.20090294 | 90 | 895-904 | EXCLUDE | high | This study uses a nonequivalent pretest-posttest control group design comparing knee OA patients doing a home hip abductor exercise program to matched controls without knee OA. It is not a randomized controlled trial and does not compare different supervision levels of exercise. |
| 20420960 | Bezalel T | 2010 | The Effect Of A Group Education Programme On Pain And Function Through Knowledge Acquisition And Home-Based Exercise Among Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Parallel Randomised Single-Blind Clinical Trial. | Bezalel T;Carmeli E;Katz-Leurer M | PHYSIOTHERAPY | knee | 10.1016/j.physio.2009.09.009 | 96 | 137-43 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares a group education programme followed by home-based exercise versus short-wave diathermy in knee OA patients. While not explicitly stated as 'supervised vs unsupervised,' the comparison involves structured group intervention versus control, and includes home-based exercise as a key component that may involve differing supervision levels. |
| 20430328 | Boon Aj | 2010 | Efficacy Of Intra-Articular Botulinum Toxin Type A In Painful Knee Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Study. | Boon Aj;Smith J;Dahm Dl;Sorenson Ej;Larson Dr;Fitz-Gibbon Pd;Dykstra Dd;Singh Ja | PM & R : THE JOURNAL OF INJURY, FUNCTION, AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.pmrj.2010.02.011 | 2 | 268-76 | EXCLUDE | high | This pilot study compares intra-articular botulinum toxin type A injections at different doses versus corticosteroid in knee osteoarthritis. It does not involve exercise interventions or comparisons of supervision levels. |
| 20447955 | Jørgensen A | 2010 | Intra-Articular Hyaluronan Is Without Clinical Effect In Knee Osteoarthritis: A Multicentre, Randomised, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Study Of 337 Patients Followed For 1 Year. | Jørgensen A;Stengaard-Pedersen K;Simonsen O;Pfeiffer-Jensen M;Eriksen C;Bliddal H;Pedersen Nw;Bødtker S;Hørslev-Petersen K;Snerum Lø;Egund N;Frimer-Larsen H | ANNALS OF THE RHEUMATIC DISEASES | knee | 10.1136/ard.2009.118042 | 69 | 1097-102 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares intra-articular hyaluronan injections to placebo (saline) in knee osteoarthritis patients. It does not involve any exercise intervention or comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 20473540 | Ozgüçlü E | 2010 | Additional Effect Of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy On Knee Osteoarthritis Treatment: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study. | Ozgüçlü E;Cetin A;Cetin M;Calp E | CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | 10.1007/s10067-010-1453-z | 29 | 927-31 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing pulsed electromagnetic field therapy versus sham PEMF, both added to standard physical therapy including exercises, in knee OA. Does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 20500136 | Pisters Mf | 2010 | Behavioural Graded Activity Results In Better Exercise Adherence And More Physical Activity Than Usual Care In People With Osteoarthritis: A Cluster-Randomised Trial. | Pisters Mf;Veenhof C;De Bakker Dh;Schellevis Fg;Dekker J | JOURNAL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY | | 10.1016/s1836-9553(10)70053-9 | 56 | 41-7 | INCLUDE | high | Cluster-RCT comparing behavioural graded activity (18 supervised sessions) versus usual care (physiotherapy according to Dutch guideline, also supervised) in hip/knee OA. Both arms appear supervised but likely differ in supervision intensity/approach, meeting inclusion criteria for comparing different levels of supervision. |
| 20540807 | Walls Rj | 2010 | Effects Of Preoperative Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation On Quadriceps Strength And Functional Recovery In Total Knee Arthroplasty. A Pilot Study. | Walls Rj;Mchugh G;O'gorman Dj;Moyna Nm;O'byrne Jm | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-11-119 | 11 | 119 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT evaluating home-based neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) versus control in knee OA patients before TKA. This compares NMES device use to no intervention, not supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 20554640 | Hoogeboom Tj | 2010 | Preoperative Therapeutic Exercise In Frail Elderly Scheduled For Total Hip Replacement: A Randomized Pilot Trial. | Hoogeboom Tj;Dronkers Jj;Van Den Ende Ch;Oosting E;Van Meeteren Nl | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | hip | 10.1177/0269215510371427 | 24 | 901-10 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing tailor-made therapeutic exercise program versus usual care in elderly with hip OA awaiting surgery. Exercise program appears to be supervised (outpatient physiotherapy department setting) versus usual care which likely differs in supervision level. |
| 20565735 | Ageberg E | 2010 | Feasibility Of Neuromuscular Training In Patients With Severe Hip Or Knee Oa: The Individualized Goal-Based Nemex-Tjr Training Program. | Ageberg E;Link A;Roos Em | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | hip; knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-11-126 | 11 | 126 | EXCLUDE | high | Single-arm feasibility study of a neuromuscular training program in patients awaiting total joint replacement. No comparison between supervised and non-supervised exercise arms. |
| 20565956 | Stein G | 2010 | Whole Body Vibration Compared To Conventional Physiotherapy In Patients With Gonarthrosis: A Protocol For A Randomized, Controlled Study. | Stein G;Knoell P;Faymonville C;Kaulhausen T;Siewe J;Otto C;Eysel P;Zarghooni K | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.1186/1471-2474-11-128 | 11 | 128 | INCLUDE | moderate | Protocol for RCT in gonarthrosis comparing whole body vibration to conventional physiotherapy. Both delivered three times weekly for one hour, likely involving supervised settings but may differ in supervision intensity. |
| 20633669 | Fernandes L | 2010 | Efficacy Of Patient Education And Supervised Exercise Vs Patient Education Alone In Patients With Hip Osteoarthritis: A Single Blind Randomized Clinical Trial. | Fernandes L;Storheim K;Sandvik L;Nordsletten L;Risberg Ma | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | hip | 10.1016/j.joca.2010.05.015 | 18 | 1237-43 | INCLUDE | high | RCT in hip OA comparing patient education plus supervised exercise vs patient education alone. Clearly compares supervised exercise to no supervised exercise component. |
| 20709301 | Lim Jy | 2010 | Effectiveness Of Aquatic Exercise For Obese Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Lim Jy;Tchai E;Jang Sn | PM & R : THE JOURNAL OF INJURY, FUNCTION, AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.pmrj.2010.04.004 | 2 | 723-31; QUIZ 793 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing aquatic exercise vs land-based exercise vs control in obese patients with knee osteoarthritis. Likely involves different levels of supervision between clinic-based aquatic and land-based programs. |
| 20831395 | Fleming Ja | 2010 | Exercise Protocol For The Treatment Of Rotator Cuff Impingement Syndrome. | Fleming Ja;Seitz Al;Ebaugh Dd | JOURNAL OF ATHLETIC TRAINING | | 10.4085/1062-6050-45.5.483 | 45 | 483-5 | EXCLUDE | high | Study focuses on rotator cuff impingement syndrome, not osteoarthritis. Population does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 20851659 | Poitras S | 2010 | Management Recommendations For Knee Osteoarthritis: How Usable Are They? | Poitras S;Rossignol M;Avouac J;Avouac B;Cedraschi C;Nordin M;Rousseaux C;Rozenberg S;Savarieau B;Thoumie P;Valat Jp;Vignon E;Hilliquin P | JOINT BONE SPINE | knee | 10.1016/j.jbspin.2010.08.001 | 77 | 458-65 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a qualitative focus group study identifying barriers to implementing knee osteoarthritis management recommendations, not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. Wrong study design. |
| 21088462 | Gereli A | 2010 | Comparison Of Palmar Locking Plate And K-Wire Augmented External Fixation For Intra-Articular And Comminuted Distal Radius Fractures. | Gereli A;Nalbantoğlu U;Kocaoğlu B;Türkmen M | ACTA ORTHOPAEDICA ET TRAUMATOLOGICA TURCICA | | 10.3944/AOTT.2010.2325 | 44 | 212-9 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares surgical fixation methods for distal radius fractures, not exercise interventions for osteoarthritis. Wrong population and intervention type. |
| 21252603 | Tunay Vb | 2010 | Hospital-Based Versus Home-Based Proprioceptive And Strengthening Exercise Programs In Knee Osteoarthritis. | Tunay Vb;Baltaci G;Atay Ao | ACTA ORTHOPAEDICA ET TRAUMATOLOGICA TURCICA | knee | 10.3944/AOTT.2010.2306 | 44 | 270-7 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT in patients with knee OA directly compares hospital-based (supervised) versus home-based exercise programs. This clearly meets inclusion criteria as it compares different levels of supervision. |
| 21589667 | Pietrosimone Bg | 2010 | Contralateral Effects Of Disinhibitory Tens On Quadriceps Function In People With Knee Osteoarthritis Following Unilateral Treatment. | Pietrosimone Bg;Saliba Sa;Hart Jm;Hertel J;Ingersoll Cd | NORTH AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY : NAJSPT | knee | | 5 | 111-21 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT examining contralateral effects of unilateral TENS treatment combined with supervised exercise in knee OA. All groups received the same supervised 4-week exercise program; the comparison is between TENS modalities, not supervision levels. |
| 19013758 | Rogers Mw | 2009 | Exercise And Hand Osteoarthritis Symptomatology: A Controlled Crossover Trial. | Rogers Mw;Wilder Fv | JOURNAL OF HAND THERAPY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HAND THERAPISTS | hand | 10.1016/j.jht.2008.09.002 | 22 | 10-7; DISCUSSION 19-20; QUIZ 18 | INCLUDE | low | Crossover RCT of home-based hand exercise versus sham treatment in hand OA. Unclear if supervision differs between groups, but exercise vs sham comparison may involve supervision differences; include per sensitivity rules. |
| 19144148 | Lange Ak | 2009 | Resistive Exercise For Arthritic Cartilage Health (Reach): A Randomized Double-Blind, Sham-Exercise Controlled Trial. | Lange Ak;Vanwanseele B;Foroughi N;Baker Mk;Shnier R;Smith Rm;Singh Ma | BMC GERIATRICS | | 10.1186/1471-2318-9-1 | 9 | 1 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing supervised progressive resistance training versus sham-exercise in women with knee osteoarthritis. Clear difference in supervision level between groups with supervised training intervention. |
| 19147365 | Trans T | 2009 | Effect Of Whole Body Vibration Exercise On Muscle Strength And Proprioception In Females With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Trans T;Aaboe J;Henriksen M;Christensen R;Bliddal H;Lund H | THE KNEE | knee | 10.1016/j.knee.2008.11.014 | 16 | 256-61 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT in females with knee OA comparing whole body vibration exercise groups (which involved twice-weekly supervised sessions) versus a control group. Although not explicitly stated as a supervision comparison, the exercise intervention appears supervised while control likely was not, making supervision a distinguishing factor. |
| 19177536 | Harmer Ar | 2009 | Land-Based Versus Water-Based Rehabilitation Following Total Knee Replacement: A Randomized, Single-Blind Trial. | Harmer Ar;Naylor Jm;Crosbie J;Russell T | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | knee | 10.1002/art.24420 | 61 | 184-91 | EXCLUDE | high | This study is in patients after total knee replacement (TKR), not osteoarthritis as the primary condition. It compares land-based versus water-based rehabilitation, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 19177542 | Petterson Sc | 2009 | Improved Function From Progressive Strengthening Interventions After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Clinical Trial With An Imbedded Prospective Cohort. | Petterson Sc;Mizner Rl;Stevens Je;Raisis L;Bodenstab A;Newcomb W;Snyder-Mackler L | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | knee | 10.1002/art.24167 | 61 | 174-83 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates patients after total knee arthroplasty (TKA), not osteoarthritis as the primary condition. The intervention is post-surgical rehabilitation comparing progressive strengthening with/without NMES versus conventional care. |
| 19200399 | Abbott Jh | 2009 | Exercise Therapy, Manual Therapy, Or Both, For Osteoarthritis Of The Hip Or Knee: A Factorial Randomised Controlled Trial Protocol. | Abbott Jh;Robertson Mc;Mckenzie Je;Baxter Gd;Theis Jc;Campbell Aj | TRIALS | hip; knee | 10.1186/1745-6215-10-11 | 10 | 11 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol paper without results, comparing exercise therapy and/or manual therapy versus usual care. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 19226239 | Chaipinyo K | 2009 | No Difference Between Home-Based Strength Training And Home-Based Balance Training On Pain In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomised Trial. | Chaipinyo K;Karoonsupcharoen O | THE AUSTRALIAN JOURNAL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY | knee | 10.1016/s0004-9514(09)70057-1 | 55 | 25-30 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares two different types of home-based exercise programs (balance vs strength training) but does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. Both arms appear to be unsupervised home-based programs. |
| 19255876 | Stein K | 2009 | The Precision Of Health State Valuation By Members Of The General Public Using The Standard Gamble. | Stein K;Dyer M;Milne R;Round A;Ratcliffe J;Brazier J | QUALITY OF LIFE RESEARCH : AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF QUALITY OF LIFE ASPECTS OF TREATMENT, CARE AND REHABILITATION | | 10.1007/s11136-009-9446-6 | 18 | 509-18 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a methodological study on health state valuation using standard gamble for cost-per-QALY analyses. It is not a randomized controlled trial of exercise interventions. |
| 19294479 | Boustedt C | 2009 | Effects Of A Hand-Joint Protection Programme With An Addition Of Splinting And Exercise: One Year Follow-Up. | Boustedt C;Nordenskiöld U;Lundgren Nilsson A | CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY | hand | 10.1007/s10067-009-1150-y | 28 | 793-9 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing joint protection program alone versus joint protection plus splinting and home exercise in thumb base OA. Home exercise component suggests unsupervised exercise though supervision level requires clarification from full text. |
| 19337810 | Kawasaki T | 2009 | Therapeutic Home Exercise Versus Intraarticular Hyaluronate Injection For Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: 6-Month Prospective Randomized Open-Labeled Trial. | Kawasaki T;Kurosawa H;Ikeda H;Takazawa Y;Ishijima M;Kubota M;Kajihara H;Maruyama Y;Kim Sg;Kanazawa H;Doi T | JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SCIENCE : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE JAPANESE ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATION | knee | 10.1007/s00776-008-1312-9 | 14 | 182-91 | INCLUDE | high | RCT in knee OA comparing home exercise versus intraarticular hyaluronate injection. Home exercise represents an unsupervised intervention in patients with osteoarthritis. |
| 19373468 | Aktekin La | 2009 | A Comparison Of Four Different Hrqol Generic Questionnaire In Five Different Patient Groups. | Aktekin La;Eser F;Malhan S;Öksüz E;Keskin D;Bodur H | RHEUMATOLOGY INTERNATIONAL | | 10.1007/s00296-009-0912-9 | 30 | 63-7 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a validation study comparing four quality of life questionnaires across five musculoskeletal disease groups. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. |
| 19461553 | Sevick Ma | 2009 | Cost-Effectiveness Of Exercise And Diet In Overweight And Obese Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Sevick Ma;Miller Gd;Loeser Rf;Williamson Jd;Messier Sp | MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE | knee | 10.1249/MSS.0b013e318197ece7 | 41 | 1167-74 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cost-effectiveness analysis of the ADAPT trial comparing diet and exercise interventions. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery methods. |
| 19486959 | Crotty M | 2009 | Self-Management And Peer Support Among People With Arthritis On A Hospital Joint Replacement Waiting List: A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Crotty M;Prendergast J;Battersby Mw;Rowett D;Graves Se;Leach G;Giles Lc | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | | 10.1016/j.joca.2009.05.010 | 17 | 1428-33 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT evaluates a self-management support program versus usual care in OA patients awaiting joint replacement. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise; the intervention focuses on self-management education, phone support, and goal setting rather than exercise supervision levels. |
| 19565560 | Seymour Rb | 2009 | Comparison Of Two Methods Of Conducting The Fit And Strong! Program. | Seymour Rb;Hughes Sl;Campbell Rt;Huber Gm;Desai P | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | | 10.1002/art.24517 | 61 | 876-84 | INCLUDE | low | This is a 2-group study comparing Fit and Strong! program delivery by physical therapists versus certified exercise instructors. While it compares instructor types rather than supervision levels per se, and randomization method is unclear (sequential enrollment), the study involves different professional oversight that may constitute relevant supervision differences warranting inclusion under sensitivity rules. |
| 19627690 | Jessep Sa | 2009 | Long-Term Clinical Benefits And Costs Of An Integrated Rehabilitation Programme Compared With Outpatient Physiotherapy For Chronic Knee Pain. | Jessep Sa;Walsh Ne;Ratcliffe J;Hurley Mv | PHYSIOTHERAPY | knee | 10.1016/j.physio.2009.01.005 | 95 | 94-102 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT comparing an integrated rehabilitation program (ESCAPE-knee pain) delivered in a community centre versus outpatient physiotherapy for chronic knee pain. The comparison involves different delivery settings that likely differ in supervision characteristics, meeting inclusion criteria despite some ambiguity about exact supervision levels. |
| 19635335 | Reilly K | 2009 | The Role Of Foot And Ankle Assessment Of Patients With Lower Limb Osteoarthritis. | Reilly K;Barker K;Shamley D;Newman M;Oskrochi Gr;Sandall S | PHYSIOTHERAPY | foot; ankle | 10.1016/j.physio.2009.04.003 | 95 | 164-9 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cross-sectional observational study examining foot posture in patients with OA, not an RCT. It does not involve any exercise intervention or supervision comparison. |
| 19638215 | Messier Sp | 2009 | The Intensive Diet And Exercise For Arthritis (Idea) Trial: Design And Rationale. | Messier Sp;Legault C;Mihalko S;Miller Gd;Loeser Rf;Devita P;Lyles M;Eckstein F;Hunter Dj;Williamson Jd;Nicklas Bj | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.1186/1471-2474-10-93 | 10 | 93 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol paper describing the study design and rationale for the IDEA trial. While it compares different interventions (diet+exercise vs exercise-only vs diet-only), it does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 19690345 | Jenkinson Cm | 2009 | Effects Of Dietary Intervention And Quadriceps Strengthening Exercises On Pain And Function In Overweight People With Knee Pain: Randomised Controlled Trial. | Jenkinson Cm;Doherty M;Avery Aj;Read A;Taylor Ma;Sach Th;Silcocks P;Muir Kr | BMJ (CLINICAL RESEARCH ED.) | knee | 10.1136/bmj.b3170 | 339 | B3170 | INCLUDE | moderate | Pragmatic factorial RCT in overweight people with knee pain (likely OA) comparing dietary intervention and quadriceps strengthening exercises. The home-based, self-managed exercise program delivered over home visits suggests varying supervision levels across intervention arms. |
| 19801053 | Husby Vs | 2009 | Early Maximal Strength Training Is An Efficient Treatment For Patients Operated With Total Hip Arthroplasty. | Husby Vs;Helgerud J;Bjørgen S;Husby Os;Benum P;Hoff J | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | hip | 10.1016/j.apmr.2009.04.018 | 90 | 1658-67 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing maximal strength training (supervised 5x/week) versus conventional rehabilitation (supervised 3-5x/week) in post-THA patients with OA. Though both involve supervision, there appears to be a difference in supervision intensity/frequency, meeting inclusion criteria. |
| 19801063 | Coulter Cl | 2009 | Group Physiotherapy Provides Similar Outcomes For Participants After Joint Replacement Surgery As 1-To-1 Physiotherapy: A Sequential Cohort Study. | Coulter Cl;Weber Jm;Scarvell Jm | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | | 10.1016/j.apmr.2009.04.019 | 90 | 1727-33 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a quasiexperimental sequential cohort study (not randomized) comparing group-based versus home physiotherapy after joint replacement surgery. Non-randomized design excludes it from RCT criteria. |
| 20088148 | Dunn Jd | 2009 | A Claims-Based View Of Health Care Charges And Utilization For Commercially Insured Patients With Osteoarthritis. | Dunn Jd;Pill Mw | MANAGED CARE (LANGHORNE, PA.) | | | 18 | 44-50 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a retrospective claims-based analysis evaluating costs and utilization patterns in OA patients. It is not an RCT and does not compare exercise interventions. |
| 27820499 | Smith C | 2009 | The Effectiveness Of Self-Management Educational Interventions For Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Smith C;Kumar S;Pelling N | JBI LIBRARY OF SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS | knee | 10.11124/01938924-200907250-00001 | 7 | 1091-1118 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a systematic review evaluating self-management educational interventions for knee OA, not a primary RCT. Does not meet study design criteria. |
| 17965035 | Tsang T | 2008 | Effects Of Tai Chi On Glucose Homeostasis And Insulin Sensitivity In Older Adults With Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomised Double-Blind Sham-Exercise-Controlled Trial. | Tsang T;Orr R;Lam P;Comino E;Singh Mf | AGE AND AGEING | | 10.1093/ageing/afm127 | 37 | 64-71 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing Tai Chi to sham exercise in type 2 diabetes patients (OA mentioned as comorbidity but not primary condition). Does not compare supervised versus unsupervised exercise delivery models. |
| 18206425 | Allen Kd | 2008 | The Self-Management Of Osteoarthritis In Veterans (Semoa) Study: Design And Methodology. | Allen Kd;Oddone Ez;Stock Jl;Coffman Cj;Lindquist Jh;Juntilla Ka;Lemmerman Ds;Datta Sk;Harrelson Ml;Weinberger M;Bosworth Hb | CONTEMPORARY CLINICAL TRIALS | | 10.1016/j.cct.2007.11.004 | 29 | 596-607 | EXCLUDE | high | Protocol paper describing study design without results. Intervention is telephone-based self-management education rather than a supervised versus unsupervised exercise comparison. |
| 18209255 | Reeder Ba | 2008 | Saskatoon In Motion: Class- Versus Home-Based Exercise Intervention For Older Adults With Chronic Health Conditions. | Reeder Ba;Chad Ke;Harrison El;Ashworth Nl;Sheppard Ms;Fisher Kl;Bruner Bg;Quinn Bg;Pahwa P;Hossain Ma | JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY & HEALTH | | 10.1123/jpah.5.1.74 | 5 | 74-87 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing class-based (supervised) versus home-based exercise in older adults with chronic conditions including osteoarthritis. Directly compares supervision levels in exercise delivery. |
| 18241355 | Fary Re | 2008 | The Effectiveness Of Pulsed Electrical Stimulation (E-Pes) In The Management Of Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: A Protocol For A Randomised Controlled Trial. | Fary Re;Carroll Gj;Briffa Tg;Gupta R;Briffa Nk | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-9-18 | 9 | 18 | EXCLUDE | high | Protocol for RCT examining pulsed electrical stimulation versus placebo in knee OA. Does not involve exercise intervention or supervision comparison. |
| 18356618 | Doi T | 2008 | Effect Of Home Exercise Of Quadriceps On Knee Osteoarthritis Compared With Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Doi T;Akai M;Fujino K;Iwaya T;Kurosawa H;Hayashi K;Marui E | AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1097/PHM.0b013e318168c02d | 87 | 258-69 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing home-based exercise versus NSAIDs in knee OA patients. No supervised exercise arm for comparison; compares exercise to medication. |
| 18470670 | Kawasaki T | 2008 | Additive Effects Of Glucosamine Or Risedronate For The Treatment Of Osteoarthritis Of The Knee Combined With Home Exercise: A Prospective Randomized 18-Month Trial. | Kawasaki T;Kurosawa H;Ikeda H;Kim Sg;Osawa A;Takazawa Y;Kubota M;Ishijima M | JOURNAL OF BONE AND MINERAL METABOLISM | knee | 10.1007/s00774-007-0813-5 | 26 | 279-87 | EXCLUDE | high | Study compares glucosamine vs risedronate vs no additive medication, all combined with the same home exercise program. No difference in supervision levels between arms. |
| 18536337 | Oida Y | 2008 | [Effectiveness Of A Community Health Service Program Using Exercise Intervention For Elderly People With Osteoarthritis Of The Knees: A Randomized Controlled Trial]. | Oida Y;Morozumi K;Nakamura N;Kitabatake Y;Shiozawa S;Sato S;Miura K;Nishi A;Itakura M | [NIHON KOSHU EISEI ZASSHI] JAPANESE JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH | knee | | 55 | 228-37 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing supervised exercise classes (intervention group: 8 classes over 3 months) versus control in elderly people with knee OA. Ambiguity about control group activities warrants inclusion per sensitivity rules. |
| 18551008 | Westhoff Th | 2008 | The Cardiovascular Effects Of Upper-Limb Aerobic Exercise In Hypertensive Patients. | Westhoff Th;Schmidt S;Gross V;Joppke M;Zidek W;Van Der Giet M;Dimeo F | JOURNAL OF HYPERTENSION | | 10.1097/HJH.0b013e3282ffac13 | 26 | 1336-42 | EXCLUDE | high | Study examines aerobic arm-cycling exercise in hypertensive patients, not osteoarthritis. Population does not meet inclusion criteria. |
| 18576289 | Lim Bw | 2008 | Does Knee Malalignment Mediate The Effects Of Quadriceps Strengthening On Knee Adduction Moment, Pain, And Function In Medial Knee Osteoarthritis? A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Lim Bw;Hinman Rs;Wrigley Tv;Sharma L;Bennell Kl | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | knee | 10.1002/art.23823 | 59 | 943-51 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT in people with medial knee OA comparing a 12-week supervised home-based quadriceps strengthening program to a no-intervention control. Although not comparing two different supervision levels, it examines supervised exercise versus control in OA patients. |
| 18576310 | Lorig Kr | 2008 | The Internet-Based Arthritis Self-Management Program: A One-Year Randomized Trial For Patients With Arthritis Or Fibromyalgia. | Lorig Kr;Ritter Pl;Laurent Dd;Plant K | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | | 10.1002/art.23817 | 59 | 1009-17 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates an Internet-based arthritis self-management program versus usual care, which is primarily an educational/behavioral intervention, not a comparison of supervised versus unsupervised exercise. Exercise is only one component among multiple self-management behaviors. |
| 18586222 | Galea Mp | 2008 | A Targeted Home- And Center-Based Exercise Program For People After Total Hip Replacement: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Galea Mp;Levinger P;Lythgo N;Cimoli C;Weller R;Tully E;Mcmeeken J;Westh R | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | hip | 10.1016/j.apmr.2007.11.058 | 89 | 1442-7 | EXCLUDE | high | This study is in post-total hip replacement patients, not people with osteoarthritis. The population has undergone joint replacement surgery, making this a surgical rehabilitation study rather than an OA exercise intervention study. |
| 18664276 | Wang C | 2008 | Tai Chi For Treating Knee Osteoarthritis: Designing A Long-Term Follow Up Randomized Controlled Trial. | Wang C;Schmid Ch;Hibberd Pl;Kalish R;Roubenoff R;Rones R;Okparavero A;Mcalindon T | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-9-108 | 9 | 108 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol paper describing the design of a trial comparing Tai Chi to an attention control (wellness education and stretching), not comparing supervised versus unsupervised exercise. Both arms appear to be supervised group interventions. |
| 18676897 | Mahomed Nn | 2008 | Inpatient Compared With Home-Based Rehabilitation Following Primary Unilateral Total Hip Or Knee Replacement: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Mahomed Nn;Davis Am;Hawker G;Badley E;Davey Jr;Syed Ka;Coyte Pc;Gandhi R;Wright Jg | THE JOURNAL OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY. AMERICAN VOLUME | hip; knee | 10.2106/JBJS.G.01108 | 90 | 1673-80 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares inpatient versus home-based rehabilitation following total hip or knee replacement surgery, not exercise interventions for people with osteoarthritis. The population has undergone joint replacement rather than having OA as the primary condition being treated. |
| 18759320 | Farr Jn | 2008 | Physical Activity Levels In Patients With Early Knee Osteoarthritis Measured By Accelerometry. | Farr Jn;Going Sb;Lohman Tg;Rankin L;Kasle S;Cornett M;Cussler E | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | knee | 10.1002/art.24007 | 59 | 1229-36 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational study using accelerometry to assess physical activity levels in knee OA patients. Not an RCT and no exercise intervention. |
| 18793446 | Crossley Km | 2008 | Targeted Physiotherapy For Patellofemoral Joint Osteoarthritis: A Protocol For A Randomised, Single-Blind Controlled Trial. | Crossley Km;Vicenzino B;Pandy Mg;Schache Ag;Hinman Rs | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | | 10.1186/1471-2474-9-122 | 9 | 122 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for an RCT comparing targeted physiotherapy (8 supervised sessions plus home exercise) to OA education control. Does not compare different levels of supervision for exercise delivery. |
| 18808625 | Tsai Yf | 2008 | Pain Experiences, Control Beliefs And Coping Strategies In Chinese Elders With Osteoarthritis. | Tsai Yf;Chu Tl;Lai Yh;Chen Wj | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING | | 10.1111/j.1365-2702.2008.02306.x | 17 | 2596-603 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cross-sectional survey study exploring pain experiences, beliefs, and coping strategies in elders with OA in Taiwan. Not an RCT and does not involve any exercise intervention. |
| 18825579 | Yip Yb | 2008 | A 1-Year Follow-Up Of An Experimental Study Of A Self-Management Arthritis Programme With An Added Exercise Component Of Clients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Yip Yb;Sit Jw;Wong Dy;Chong Sy;Chung Lh | PSYCHOLOGY, HEALTH & MEDICINE | knee | 10.1080/13548500701584030 | 13 | 402-14 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares an Arthritis Self-Management Programme with added exercise component to a control group, not supervised versus unsupervised exercise. The intervention is a self-management education program, not a supervision comparison. |
| 18831745 | Coleman S | 2008 | Effects Of Self-Management, Education And Specific Exercises, Delivered By Health Professionals, In Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Coleman S;Briffa Nk;Carroll G;Inderjeeth C;Cook N;Mcquade J | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-9-133 | 9 | 133 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol paper for a future RCT comparing a self-management program with added exercises (OAK program) to standard medical management. Does not compare supervised versus unsupervised exercise delivery. |
| 18976982 | Chen Cy | 2008 | Effect Of Magnetic Knee Wrap On Quadriceps Strength In Patients With Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis. | Chen Cy;Chen Cl;Hsu Sc;Chou Sw;Wang Kc | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2008.05.019 | 89 | 2258-64 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT evaluating magnetic knee wrap device in knee OA patients, not comparing exercise interventions with different supervision levels. Does not meet intervention criteria. |
| 17010554 | Yip Yb | 2007 | Impact Of An Arthritis Self-Management Programme With An Added Exercise Component For Osteoarthritic Knee Sufferers On Improving Pain, Functional Outcomes, And Use Of Health Care Services: An Experimental Study. | Yip Yb;Sit Jw;Fung Kk;Wong Dy;Chong Sy;Chung Lh;Ng Tp | PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING | knee | 10.1016/j.pec.2006.06.019 | 65 | 113-21 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares an Arthritis Self-Management Programme with added exercise component versus a control group, not different levels of exercise supervision. The comparison is between a structured program versus usual care, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 17214750 | Wang Tj | 2007 | Effects Of Aquatic Exercise On Flexibility, Strength And Aerobic Fitness In Adults With Osteoarthritis Of The Hip Or Knee. | Wang Tj;Belza B;Elaine Thompson F;Whitney Jd;Bennett K | JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING | hip; knee | 10.1111/j.1365-2648.2006.04102.x | 57 | 141-52 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares aquatic exercise versus a non-exercise control condition. It does not compare different levels of supervision in exercise delivery. |
| 17216272 | Herrlin S | 2007 | Arthroscopic Or Conservative Treatment Of Degenerative Medial Meniscal Tears: A Prospective Randomised Trial. | Herrlin S;HÃ¥llander M;Wange P;Weidenhielm L;Werner S | KNEE SURGERY, SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY, ARTHROSCOPY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ESSKA | menisc | 10.1007/s00167-006-0243-2 | 15 | 393-401 | EXCLUDE | high | Both treatment arms received supervised exercise. The comparison is arthroscopic surgery plus supervised exercise versus supervised exercise alone, not supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 17264104 | Brismée Jm | 2007 | Group And Home-Based Tai Chi In Elderly Subjects With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Brismée Jm;Paige Rl;Chyu Mc;Boatright Jd;Hagar Jm;Mccaleb Ja;Quintela Mm;Feng D;Xu Kt;Shen Cl | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1177/0269215506070505 | 21 | 99-111 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares tai chi intervention (group-based sessions followed by home-based training) versus attention control in elderly subjects with knee OA. The intervention includes both supervised (group) and home-based (unsupervised) components, representing different supervision levels. |
| 17270509 | Stitik Tp | 2007 | Efficacy And Safety Of Hyaluronan Treatment In Combination Therapy With Home Exercise For Knee Osteoarthritis Pain. | Stitik Tp;Blacksin Mf;Stiskal Dm;Kim Jh;Foye Pm;Schoenherr L;Choi Es;Chen B;Saunders Hj;Nadler Sf | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2006.11.006 | 88 | 135-41 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares different regimens of hyaluronate injections with or without home exercise program. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise; the comparison is pharmacologic intervention with/without unsupervised exercise. |
| 17321828 | Bayramoglu M | 2007 | Effects Of Osteoarthritis And Fatigue On Proprioception Of The Knee Joint. | Bayramoglu M;Toprak R;Sozay S | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2006.12.024 | 88 | 346-50 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a cross-sectional observational study evaluating proprioception in OA patients versus controls, not a randomized controlled trial of exercise interventions. No intervention or comparison of supervision levels. |
| 17559610 | Yip Yb | 2007 | Effects Of A Self-Management Arthritis Programme With An Added Exercise Component For Osteoarthritic Knee: Randomized Controlled Trial. | Yip Yb;Sit Jw;Fung Kk;Wong Dy;Chong Sy;Chung Lh;Ng Tp | JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING | knee | 10.1111/j.1365-2648.2007.04292.x | 59 | 20-8 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a self-management education program with added exercise component versus control, not a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. The focus is on self-efficacy education, not exercise supervision levels. |
| 17561418 | Messier Sp | 2007 | Glucosamine/Chondroitin Combined With Exercise For The Treatment Of Knee Osteoarthritis: A Preliminary Study. | Messier Sp;Mihalko S;Loeser Rf;Legault C;Jolla J;Pfruender J;Prosser B;Adrian A;Williamson Jd | OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE | knee | 10.1016/j.joca.2007.04.016 | 15 | 1256-66 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares glucosamine/chondroitin supplements versus placebo, with exercise added to both groups in Phase II. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 17604311 | Williamson L | 2007 | Severe Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial Of Acupuncture, Physiotherapy (Supervised Exercise) And Standard Management For Patients Awaiting Knee Replacement. | Williamson L;Wyatt Mr;Yein K;Melton Jt | RHEUMATOLOGY (OXFORD, ENGLAND) | knee | 10.1093/rheumatology/kem119 | 46 | 1445-9 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing acupuncture vs physiotherapy (supervised exercise) vs standard advice in severe knee OA patients awaiting arthroplasty. Supervised physiotherapy is compared to standard advice which likely represents different supervision levels. |
| 17709063 | Brinkhaus B | 2007 | Physician And Treatment Characteristics In A Randomised Multicentre Trial Of Acupuncture In Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Brinkhaus B;Witt Cm;Jena S;Linde K;Streng A;Hummelsberger J;Irnich D;Hammes M;Pach D;Melchart D;Willich Sn | COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES IN MEDICINE | knee | 10.1016/j.ctim.2006.04.003 | 15 | 180-9 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing acupuncture vs minimal acupuncture vs waiting list in knee OA, not comparing supervised vs non-supervised exercise interventions. Focus is on acupuncture treatment characteristics, not exercise supervision. |
| 17722223 | Dehaan Mn | 2007 | Knee Osteoarthritis Clinical Practice Guidelines -- How Are We Doing? | Dehaan Mn;Guzman J;Bayley Mt;Bell Mj | THE JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | | 34 | 2099-105 | EXCLUDE | high | Chart review study examining adherence to knee OA treatment guidelines in clinical practice. Not a randomized controlled trial. |
| 17907147 | Hurley Mv | 2007 | Clinical Effectiveness Of A Rehabilitation Program Integrating Exercise, Self-Management, And Active Coping Strategies For Chronic Knee Pain: A Cluster Randomized Trial. | Hurley Mv;Walsh Ne;Mitchell Hl;Pimm Tj;Patel A;Williamson E;Jones Rh;Dieppe Pa;Reeves Bc | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | knee | 10.1002/art.22995 | 57 | 1211-9 | INCLUDE | high | Cluster RCT comparing rehabilitation program (ESCAPE-knee pain) delivered individually or in groups versus usual primary care in patients with chronic knee pain age ≥50. This compares supervised rehabilitation delivery modes versus standard care in patients likely having OA. |
| 17907207 | Hurley Mv | 2007 | Economic Evaluation Of A Rehabilitation Program Integrating Exercise, Self-Management, And Active Coping Strategies For Chronic Knee Pain. | Hurley Mv;Walsh Ne;Mitchell Hl;Pimm Tj;Williamson E;Jones Rh;Reeves Bc;Dieppe Pa;Patel A | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | knee | 10.1002/art.23011 | 57 | 1220-9 | INCLUDE | high | Economic evaluation alongside the ESCAPE-knee pain trial comparing rehabilitation delivered to individuals vs groups vs usual care in patients with chronic knee pain. The trial compared different delivery modes that likely differ in supervision levels. |
| 17908057 | Weiner Dk | 2007 | Efficacy Of Periosteal Stimulation Therapy For The Treatment Of Osteoarthritis-Associated Chronic Knee Pain: An Initial Controlled Clinical Trial. | Weiner Dk;Rudy Te;Morone N;Glick R;Kwoh Ck | JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN GERIATRICS SOCIETY | knee | 10.1111/j.1532-5415.2007.01314.x | 55 | 1541-7 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT evaluating periosteal stimulation therapy (osteopuncture) versus control for knee OA pain. Not an exercise intervention study. |
| 18050178 | Rosemann T | 2007 | Case Management Of Arthritis Patients In Primary Care: A Cluster-Randomized Controlled Trial. | Rosemann T;Joos S;Laux G;Gensichen J;Szecsenyi J | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | | 10.1002/art.23080 | 57 | 1390-7 | EXCLUDE | high | Cluster RCT evaluating information provision and case management for arthritis self-management, not comparing supervised versus unsupervised exercise programs. Intervention focuses on education and nurse-led case management rather than exercise supervision. |
| 18833335 | Vaarbakken K | 2007 | Superior Effect Of Forceful Compared With Standard Traction Mobilizations In Hip Disability? | Vaarbakken K;Ljunggren Ae | ADVANCES IN PHYSIOTHERAPY | hip | 10.1080/14038190701395739 | 9 | 117-128 | EXCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing two compiled physiotherapy programs differing in mobilization force intensity, not in supervision level. Both groups received supervised physiotherapy without clear supervision differences. |
| 16387555 | Van Gool Ch | 2006 | Determinants Of High And Low Attendance To Diet And Exercise Interventions Among Overweight And Obese Older Adults. Results From The Arthritis, Diet, And Activity Promotion Trial. | Van Gool Ch;Penninx Bw;Kempen Gi;Miller Gd;Van Eijk Jt;Pahor M;Messier Sp | CONTEMPORARY CLINICAL TRIALS | | 10.1016/j.cct.2005.11.002 | 27 | 227-37 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis examining determinants of attendance to diet and exercise sessions in the ADAPT trial, not a comparison of supervised versus unsupervised exercise. The focus is on attendance predictors, not supervision level effects. |
| 16484875 | Weaver Al | 2006 | Treatment Of Patients With Osteoarthritis With Rofecoxib Compared With Nabumetone. | Weaver Al;Messner Rp;Storms Ww;Polis Ab;Najarian Dk;Petruschke Ra;Geba Gp;Tershakovec Am | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY : PRACTICAL REPORTS ON RHEUMATIC & MUSCULOSKELETAL DISEASES | | 10.1097/01.rhu.0000200384.79405.33 | 12 | 17-25 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a drug trial comparing rofecoxib and nabumetone (NSAIDs) for knee OA. No exercise intervention is involved. |
| 16632235 | Tilling Lm | 2006 | Falls As A Complication Of Diabetes Mellitus In Older People. | Tilling Lm;Darawil K;Britton M | JOURNAL OF DIABETES AND ITS COMPLICATIONS | | 10.1016/j.jdiacomp.2005.06.004 | 20 | 158-62 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a population-based questionnaire study examining falls incidence and risk factors in elderly diabetic patients. It is not an RCT, not about osteoarthritis, and not about exercise interventions. |
| 16673684 | Richardson G | 2006 | Cost-Effectiveness Of A Supplementary Class-Based Exercise Program In The Treatment Of Knee Osteoarthritis. | Richardson G;Hawkins N;Mccarthy Cj;Mills Pm;Pullen R;Roberts C;Silman A;Oldham Ja | INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT IN HEALTH CARE | knee | 10.1017/s0266462306050872 | 22 | 84-9 | INCLUDE | high | This is a cost-effectiveness analysis of an RCT comparing a class-based (supervised) exercise program plus home-based exercise versus home-based exercise alone in knee OA. This directly compares different levels of supervision. |
| 16734904 | Nour K | 2006 | Behavior Change Following A Self-Management Intervention For Housebound Older Adults With Arthritis: An Experimental Study. | Nour K;Laforest S;Gauvin L;Gignac M | THE INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY | | 10.1186/1479-5868-3-12 | 3 | 12 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT of a home-based self-management intervention vs wait-list control in housebound older adults with arthritis. It does not compare different levels of supervision in exercise delivery but rather intervention vs no intervention. |
| 16818924 | Scharf Hp | 2006 | Acupuncture And Knee Osteoarthritis: A Three-Armed Randomized Trial. | Scharf Hp;Mansmann U;Streitberger K;Witte S;Krämer J;Maier C;Trampisch Hj;Victor N | ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.7326/0003-4819-145-1-200607040-00005 | 145 | 12-20 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares acupuncture interventions (traditional vs sham vs conservative therapy including physiotherapy) for knee OA. While it mentions physiotherapy, it does not compare different levels of exercise supervision, which is the focus of this review. |
| 16828289 | Shakespeare D | 2006 | Flexion After Total Knee Replacement. A Comparison Between The Medial Pivot Knee And A Posterior Stabilised Implant. | Shakespeare D;Ledger M;Kinzel V | THE KNEE | knee | 10.1016/j.knee.2006.05.007 | 13 | 371-3 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares two different knee replacement implant types (Medial Pivot vs posterior stabilised) in total knee replacement surgery. It is not about exercise interventions or osteoarthritis exercise management. |
| 16832639 | Yurtkuran M | 2006 | Balneotherapy And Tap Water Therapy In The Treatment Of Knee Osteoarthritis. | Yurtkuran M;Yurtkuran M;Alp A;Nasircilar A;Bingöl U;Altan L;Sarpdere G | RHEUMATOLOGY INTERNATIONAL | knee | 10.1007/s00296-006-0158-8 | 27 | 19-27 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares balneotherapy (spa water) versus tap water therapy for knee OA, with both groups receiving the same home-based exercise program. This is not a comparison of different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 16845791 | Zheng Wj | 2006 | Evaluation Of Efficacy And Safety Of Diacerein In Knee Osteoarthritis In Chinese Patients. | Zheng Wj;Tang Fl;Li J;Zhang Fc;Li Zg;Su Y;Wu Dh;Ma L;Zhou Hq;Huang F;Zhang Jl;Liang Df;Zhou Yx;Xu H | CHINESE MEDICAL SCIENCES JOURNAL = CHUNG-KUO I HSUEH K'O HSUEH TSA CHIH | knee | | 21 | 75-80 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a pharmaceutical trial comparing diacerein versus diclofenac sodium in knee OA patients. This is not a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 17013851 | Mikesky Ae | 2006 | Effects Of Strength Training On The Incidence And Progression Of Knee Osteoarthritis. | Mikesky Ae;Mazzuca Sa;Brandt Kd;Perkins Sm;Damush T;Lane Ka | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | knee | 10.1002/art.22245 | 55 | 690-9 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares strength training versus range-of-motion exercises in older adults with knee OA. Both groups exercised at a fitness facility twice weekly and at home once weekly, representing a comparison of supervised (facility-based) versus home-based exercise delivery. |
| 17144553 | Shavianidze Go | 2006 | [Muscular Contrapulsation In Rehabilitation Of Patients With Osteoarthrosis]. | Shavianidze Go;Lapanashvili Lv | VOPROSY KURORTOLOGII, FIZIOTERAPII, I LECHEBNOI FIZICHESKOI KULTURY | | | | 11-4 | EXCLUDE | high | This study examines muscular contrapulsation alone and in combination with balneotherapy. It does not compare supervised versus unsupervised exercise, and randomization is not clearly stated. |
| 17156423 | Andersson Ml | 2006 | Serum Levels Of Cartilage Oligomeric Matrix Protein (Comp) Increase Temporarily After Physical Exercise In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Andersson Ml;Thorstensson Ca;Roos Em;Petersson If;Heinegård D;Saxne T | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-7-98 | 7 | 98 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares physical exercise versus standardized rest in knee OA patients. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 17169935 | Hughes Sl | 2006 | Long-Term Impact Of Fit And Strong! On Older Adults With Osteoarthritis. | Hughes Sl;Seymour Rb;Campbell Rt;Huber G;Pollak N;Sharma L;Desai P | THE GERONTOLOGIST | | 10.1093/geront/46.6.801 | 46 | 801-14 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares the Fit and Strong! intervention (exercise plus behavior change) versus a wait list control. It does not compare supervised versus unsupervised exercise. |
| 15649670 | Rat Ac | 2005 | Oakhqol: A New Instrument To Measure Quality Of Life In Knee And Hip Osteoarthritis. | Rat Ac;Coste J;Pouchot J;Baumann M;Spitz E;Retel-Rude N;Le Quintrec Js;Dumont-Fischer D;Guillemin F | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL EPIDEMIOLOGY | knee; hip | 10.1016/j.jclinepi.2004.04.011 | 58 | 47-55 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a questionnaire development and validation study, not a randomized controlled trial of exercise interventions. It describes the creation of the OAKHQOL quality of life instrument for knee and hip OA patients. |
| 15695307 | Hoeksma Hl | 2005 | Manual Therapy In Osteoarthritis Of The Hip: Outcome In Subgroups Of Patients. | Hoeksma Hl;Dekker J;Ronday Hk;Breedveld Fc;Van Den Ende Ch | RHEUMATOLOGY (OXFORD, ENGLAND) | hip | 10.1093/rheumatology/keh482 | 44 | 461-4 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares manual therapy to exercise therapy, not supervised versus unsupervised exercise. It is a subgroup analysis examining which patients benefit most from manual therapy for hip OA, but does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 15696558 | Van Gool Ch | 2005 | Effects Of Exercise Adherence On Physical Function Among Overweight Older Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Van Gool Ch;Penninx Bw;Kempen Gi;Rejeski Wj;Miller Gd;Van Eijk Jt;Pahor M;Messier Sp | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | knee | 10.1002/art.20902 | 53 | 24-32 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a secondary analysis examining associations between exercise adherence and outcomes in an existing trial subsample, not a study comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise interventions. |
| 15742451 | Heuts Ph | 2005 | Self-Management In Osteoarthritis Of Hip Or Knee: A Randomized Clinical Trial In A Primary Healthcare Setting. | Heuts Ph;De Bie R;Drietelaar M;Aretz K;Hopman-Rock M;Bastiaenen Ch;Metsemakers Jf;Van Weel C;Van Schayck O | THE JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY | hip; knee | | 32 | 543-9 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT in OA patients compares a self-management program (instruction given by physiotherapists, suggesting initial supervision) versus care-as-usual in a primary care setting. The self-management program likely involves some supervised instruction followed by self-directed exercise, which may represent a supervision comparison. |
| 15781902 | Topp R | 2005 | Exercise And Functional Tasks Among Adults Who Are Functionally Limited. | Topp R;Boardley D;Morgan Al;Fahlman M;Mcnevin N | WESTERN JOURNAL OF NURSING RESEARCH | | 10.1177/0193945904271447 | 27 | 252-70 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares different types of exercise (resistance, aerobic, combined) versus control in functionally limited older adults, but does not specify osteoarthritis as the primary condition and does not compare supervision levels. |
| 15788334 | Veitiene D | 2005 | Comparison Of Self-Management Methods For Osteoarthritis And Rheumatoid Arthritis. | Veitiene D;Tamulaitiene M | JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE | | 10.1080/16501970410032669 | 37 | 58-60 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an observational interview study comparing self-management methods between OA and RA patients, not a randomized controlled trial comparing supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 15859526 | Laufer Y | 2005 | Effect Of Pulsed Short-Wave Diathermy On Pain And Function Of Subjects With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: A Placebo-Controlled Double-Blind Clinical Trial. | Laufer Y;Zilberman R;Porat R;Nahir Am | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1191/0269215505cr864oa | 19 | 255-63 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares pulsed short-wave diathermy at different intensities versus placebo diathermy, not supervised versus non-supervised exercise. No exercise intervention is described. |
| 15869558 | Mitchell C | 2005 | Costs And Effectiveness Of Pre- And Post-Operative Home Physiotherapy For Total Knee Replacement: Randomized Controlled Trial. | Mitchell C;Walker J;Walters S;Morgan Ab;Binns T;Mathers N | JOURNAL OF EVALUATION IN CLINICAL PRACTICE | knee | 10.1111/j.1365-2753.2005.00535.x | 11 | 283-92 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing home physiotherapy versus hospital outpatient physiotherapy for TKR in OA patients. Compares different delivery settings (home vs hospital) which likely differ in supervision level. |
| 15897310 | Bennell Kl | 2005 | Efficacy Of Physiotherapy Management Of Knee Joint Osteoarthritis: A Randomised, Double Blind, Placebo Controlled Trial. | Bennell Kl;Hinman Rs;Metcalf Br;Buchbinder R;Mcconnell J;Mccoll G;Green S;Crossley Km | ANNALS OF THE RHEUMATIC DISEASES | knee | 10.1136/ard.2004.026526 | 64 | 906-12 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing multimodal physiotherapy versus placebo (sham ultrasound) in knee OA. Both groups received therapist contact; no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 15924620 | Thorstensson Ca | 2005 | Six-Week High-Intensity Exercise Program For Middle-Aged Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial [Isrctn20244858]. | Thorstensson Ca;Roos Em;Petersson If;Ekdahl C | BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS | knee | 10.1186/1471-2474-6-27 | 6 | 27 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing supervised high-intensity exercise program (twice weekly supervised sessions) versus non-intervention control in middle-aged patients with definite radiographic knee OA. Clear supervision difference between groups. |
| 15934131 | Thomas Ks | 2005 | Cost Effectiveness Of A Two-Year Home Exercise Program For The Treatment Of Knee Pain. | Thomas Ks;Miller P;Doherty M;Muir Kr;Jones Ac;O'reilly Sc | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | knee | 10.1002/art.21173 | 53 | 388-94 | INCLUDE | low | RCT of home exercise program for knee pain in adults 45+ years, comparing exercise therapy versus no intervention. Likely includes OA patients and may involve supervision differences, though details unclear from abstract. |
| 15959826 | Endres Hg | 2005 | [German Acupuncture Trials (Gerac) Address Problems Of Methodology Associated With Acupuncture Studies]. | Endres Hg;Zenz M;Schaub C;Molsberger A;Haake M;Streitberger K;Skipka G;Maier C | SCHMERZ (BERLIN, GERMANY) | | 10.1007/s00482-004-0345-z | 19 | 201-4, 206, 208-10 PASSIM | EXCLUDE | high | Study compares acupuncture types and conservative therapy in various pain conditions including gonarthrosis (knee OA). Does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 16029495 | Rosemann T | 2005 | Rationale, Design And Conduct Of A Comprehensive Evaluation Of A Primary Care Based Intervention To Improve The Quality Of Life Of Osteoarthritis Patients. The Praxart-Project: A Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial [Isrctn87252339]. | Rosemann T;Körner T;Wensing M;Gensichen J;Muth C;Joos S;Szecsenyi J | BMC PUBLIC HEALTH | | 10.1186/1471-2458-5-77 | 5 | 77 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a protocol for a cluster RCT evaluating GP education and patient support interventions for OA management. It does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs; the focus is on GP education and telephone monitoring, not exercise supervision levels. |
| 16084806 | Huang Mh | 2005 | Use Of Ultrasound To Increase Effectiveness Of Isokinetic Exercise For Knee Osteoarthritis. | Huang Mh;Lin Ys;Lee Cl;Yang Rc | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2005.02.007 | 86 | 1545-51 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT in knee OA patients compares isokinetic exercise with and without ultrasound treatment. The study does not compare different levels of exercise supervision; all groups appear to receive supervised exercise with different ultrasound protocols. |
| 16095546 | Cochrane T | 2005 | Randomised Controlled Trial Of The Cost-Effectiveness Of Water-Based Therapy For Lower Limb Osteoarthritis. | Cochrane T;Davey Rc;Matthes Edwards Sm | HEALTH TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT (WINCHESTER, ENGLAND) | | 10.3310/hta9310 | 9 | III-IV, IX-XI, 1-114 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is an RCT comparing water-based exercise therapy (likely supervised in public swimming pools) with usual care in patients with lower limb OA. While not explicitly stated, pool-based group exercise programs typically involve supervision versus control usual care, representing a difference in supervision level. |
| 16137274 | Foy Cg | 2005 | Long-Term Exercise Therapy Resolves Ethnic Differences In Baseline Health Status In Older Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Foy Cg;Penninx Bw;Shumaker Sa;Messier Sp;Pahor M | JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN GERIATRICS SOCIETY | knee | 10.1111/j.1532-5415.2005.53459.x | 53 | 1469-75 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This is a cross-sectional and prospective study examining ethnic differences in health status among OA patients receiving exercise therapy, but it does not compare supervised versus non-supervised exercise. It is not described as an RCT comparing different supervision levels. |
| 16187133 | Akici A | 2005 | Prescription Audit Adjunct To Rational Pharmacotherapy Education Improves Prescribing Skills Of Medical Students. | Akici A;Gören Mz;Aypak C;Terzioğlu B;Oktay S | EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY | | 10.1007/s00228-005-0960-3 | 61 | 643-50 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates a prescription audit teaching method for medical students using osteoarthritis cases as examples. It is not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions in people with osteoarthritis. |
| 16258919 | Roos Em | 2005 | Positive Effects Of Moderate Exercise On Glycosaminoglycan Content In Knee Cartilage: A Four-Month, Randomized, Controlled Trial In Patients At Risk Of Osteoarthritis. | Roos Em;Dahlberg L | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | knee | 10.1002/art.21415 | 52 | 3507-14 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares supervised exercise (3 times weekly for 4 months) to a non-intervention control group in post-meniscectomy patients at risk of knee OA. While comparing exercise to no exercise rather than supervised to unsupervised, the exercise arm is supervised and could provide relevant data on supervision effects. |
| 16305269 | Deyle Gd | 2005 | Physical Therapy Treatment Effectiveness For Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: A Randomized Comparison Of Supervised Clinical Exercise And Manual Therapy Procedures Versus A Home Exercise Program. | Deyle Gd;Allison Sc;Matekel Rl;Ryder Mg;Stang Jm;Gohdes Dd;Hutton Jp;Henderson Ne;Garber Mb | PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | | 85 | 1301-17 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares supervised clinical exercise with manual therapy versus a home exercise program in knee OA patients. This directly compares supervised clinic-based treatment to unsupervised home-based exercise. |
| 16404866 | Alekseeva Li | 2005 | [Combined Medication Artra In The Treatment Of Osteoarthrosis]. | Alekseeva Li;Chichasova Nv;Benevolenskaia Li;Nasonov El;Mendel' Oi | TERAPEVTICHESKII ARKHIV | | | 77 | 69-75 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a medication trial comparing ARTRA (glucosamine/chondroitin) plus diclofenac versus diclofenac alone in knee OA. No exercise intervention is involved. |
| 23074477 | | 2005 | Physiotherapy Rehabilitation After Total Knee Or Hip Replacement: An Evidence-Based Analysis. | | ONTARIO HEALTH TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT SERIES | knee; hip | | 5 | 1-91 | INCLUDE | moderate | This is a health technology assessment/systematic review examining effectiveness of different physiotherapy delivery settings (inpatient vs outpatient, clinic-based vs home-based) and supervised physiotherapy vs home exercise programs alone after total joint replacement. This likely includes RCTs comparing supervision levels in OA patients undergoing joint replacement. |
| 14763724 | Lin Sy | 2004 | Community Rehabilitation For Older Adults With Osteoarthritis Of The Lower Limb: A Controlled Clinical Trial. | Lin Sy;Davey Rc;Cochrane T | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | | 10.1191/0269215504cr706oa | 18 | 92-101 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a quasi-experimental design (non-randomized controlled trial) comparing water exercise to control group. The study explicitly states it used a 'quasi-experimental design' rather than randomization, which does not meet RCT inclusion criteria. |
| 15022811 | Rajan Ra | 2004 | No Need For Outpatient Physiotherapy Following Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Trial Of 120 Patients. | Rajan Ra;Pack Y;Jackson H;Gillies C;Asirvatham R | ACTA ORTHOPAEDICA SCANDINAVICA | knee | 10.1080/00016470410001708140 | 75 | 71-3 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing outpatient physiotherapy versus no outpatient physiotherapy (home exercise only) following TKA in OA patients. Compares supervised outpatient PT to home-based exercise regime, though post-surgical context. |
| 15066630 | Sen A | 2004 | The Frequency Of Visits By The Physiotherapist Of Patients Receiving Home-Based Exercise Therapy For Knee Osteoarthritis. | Sen A;Gocen Z;Unver B;Karatosun V;Gunal I | THE KNEE | knee | 10.1016/S0968-0160(03)00077-2 | 11 | 151-3 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing two different frequencies of physiotherapist monitoring for home-based exercise in knee OA (6 visits vs 2 visits over 24 weeks). Directly compares levels of supervision intensity for the same home exercise program. |
| 15075418 | Hughes Sl | 2004 | Impact Of The Fit And Strong Intervention On Older Adults With Osteoarthritis. | Hughes Sl;Seymour Rb;Campbell R;Pollak N;Huber G;Sharma L | THE GERONTOLOGIST | | 10.1093/geront/44.2.217 | 44 | 217-28 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing facility-based supervised multicomponent training program followed by home-based adherence versus wait-list control in older adults with lower extremity OA. Compares supervised facility-based to no intervention, with transition to home-based maintenance. |
| 15083429 | Moffet H | 2004 | Effectiveness Of Intensive Rehabilitation On Functional Ability And Quality Of Life After First Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial. | Moffet H;Collet Jp;Shapiro Sh;Paradis G;Marquis F;Roy L | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/j.apmr.2003.08.080 | 85 | 546-56 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing intensive functional rehabilitation with 12 supervised sessions plus home exercise versus standard care (control) in knee OA patients post-TKA. Supervision is a key differentiating factor between intervention and control groups. |
| 15113993 | Mccarthy Cj | 2004 | Supplementing A Home Exercise Programme With A Class-Based Exercise Programme Is More Effective Than Home Exercise Alone In The Treatment Of Knee Osteoarthritis. | Mccarthy Cj;Mills Pm;Pullen R;Roberts C;Silman A;Oldham Ja | RHEUMATOLOGY (OXFORD, ENGLAND) | knee | 10.1093/rheumatology/keh188 | 43 | 880-6 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing home-based exercise alone versus home exercise supplemented with supervised class-based exercise in knee OA patients. Clearly differs in supervision level with the class-based group receiving twice-weekly supervised sessions. |
| 15140778 | Ravaud P | 2004 | Management Of Osteoarthritis (Oa) With An Unsupervised Home Based Exercise Programme And/Or Patient Administered Assessment Tools. A Cluster Randomised Controlled Trial With A 2x2 Factorial Design. | Ravaud P;Giraudeau B;Logeart I;Larguier Js;Rolland D;Treves R;Euller-Ziegler L;Bannwarth B;Dougados M | ANNALS OF THE RHEUMATIC DISEASES | | 10.1136/ard.2003.009803 | 63 | 703-8 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT explicitly evaluates an unsupervised home-based exercise programme in OA patients. The title and abstract clearly indicate comparison of unsupervised exercise management, making it directly relevant to the review question. |
| 15146420 | Messier Sp | 2004 | Exercise And Dietary Weight Loss In Overweight And Obese Older Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: The Arthritis, Diet, And Activity Promotion Trial. | Messier Sp;Loeser Rf;Miller Gd;Morgan Tm;Rejeski Wj;Sevick Ma;Ettinger Wh;Pahor M;Williamson Jd | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | knee | 10.1002/art.20256 | 50 | 1501-10 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This RCT in knee OA patients compares diet, exercise, and diet plus exercise to healthy lifestyle control. While it involves exercise, there is no indication of comparing different levels of supervision (supervised vs. unsupervised exercise programs). |
| 15176518 | Licciardone Jc | 2004 | A Randomized Controlled Trial Of Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment Following Knee Or Hip Arthroplasty. | Licciardone Jc;Stoll St;Cardarelli Km;Gamber Rg;Swift Jn;Winn Wb | THE JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN OSTEOPATHIC ASSOCIATION | knee; hip | | 104 | 193-202 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares osteopathic manipulative treatment versus sham treatment in post-arthroplasty patients. It does not compare exercise interventions and is not focused on comparing supervision levels of exercise programs. |
| 15288394 | Keefe Fj | 2004 | Effects Of Spouse-Assisted Coping Skills Training And Exercise Training In Patients With Osteoarthritic Knee Pain: A Randomized Controlled Study. | Keefe Fj;Blumenthal J;Baucom D;Affleck G;Waugh R;Caldwell Ds;Beaupre P;Kashikar-Zuck S;Wright K;Egert J;Lefebvre J | PAIN | knee | 10.1016/j.pain.2004.03.022 | 110 | 539-549 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT includes multiple arms with exercise training that appears to be supervised (12-week supervised ET groups). While not entirely clear if there's a home-based comparator, the study design and description suggest potential differences in supervision levels across groups, warranting inclusion for full-text review. |
| 15478147 | Hoeksma Hl | 2004 | Comparison Of Manual Therapy And Exercise Therapy In Osteoarthritis Of The Hip: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Hoeksma Hl;Dekker J;Ronday Hk;Heering A;Van Der Lubbe N;Vel C;Breedveld Fc;Van Den Ende Ch | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | hip | 10.1002/art.20685 | 51 | 722-9 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares manual therapy versus exercise therapy in hip OA patients, but both interventions appear to be supervised clinical treatments delivered by physical therapists. There is no comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise. |
| 15480128 | Mayer Tg | 2004 | A Randomized Clinical Trial Of Treatment For Lumbar Segmental Rigidity. | Mayer Tg;Gatchel Rj;Keeley J;Mcgeary D;Dersh J;Anagnostis C | SPINE | | 10.1097/01.brs.0000142009.73869.8d | 29 | 2199-205; DISCUSSION 2206 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT studies work-related lumbar spinal disorders, not osteoarthritis. The population is chronic low back pain patients, not people with OA. |
| 15571536 | Suetta C | 2004 | Resistance Training In The Early Postoperative Phase Reduces Hospitalization And Leads To Muscle Hypertrophy In Elderly Hip Surgery Patients--A Controlled, Randomized Study. | Suetta C;Magnusson Sp;Rosted A;Aagaard P;Jakobsen Ak;Larsen Lh;Duus B;Kjaer M | JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN GERIATRICS SOCIETY | hip | 10.1111/j.1532-5415.2004.52557.x | 52 | 2016-22 | INCLUDE | moderate | This RCT compares resistance training (3 times/week, likely supervised) versus standard home-based rehabilitation versus electrical stimulation in elderly hip replacement patients with osteoarthritis. The comparison between supervised resistance training and home-based rehabilitation represents different levels of supervision. |
| 17043539 | Mazzuca Sa | 2004 | Can A Nurse-Directed Intervention Reduce The Exposure Of Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis To Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs? | Mazzuca Sa;Brandt Kd;Katz Bp;Ragozzino Lr;Gʼsell Pm | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY : PRACTICAL REPORTS ON RHEUMATIC & MUSCULOSKELETAL DISEASES | knee | 10.1097/01.rhu.0000147050.45377.df | 10 | 315-22 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares a nurse-directed self-management intervention focused on nonpharmacologic management and NSAID reduction versus routine care. While exercise is mentioned as one component, the primary comparison is not between supervised versus non-supervised exercise delivery. |
| 12547742 | Braham R | 2003 | The Effect Of Glucosamine Supplementation On People Experiencing Regular Knee Pain. | Braham R;Dawson B;Goodman C | BRITISH JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE | knee | 10.1136/bjsm.37.1.45 | 37 | 45-9; DISCUSSION 49 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares glucosamine supplementation versus placebo in people with knee pain, not exercise interventions. Does not meet intervention criteria. |
| 12588583 | Talbot La | 2003 | A Home-Based Pedometer-Driven Walking Program To Increase Physical Activity In Older Adults With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: A Preliminary Study. | Talbot La;Gaines Jm;Huynh Tn;Metter Ej | JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN GERIATRICS SOCIETY | knee | 10.1046/j.1532-5415.2003.51113.x | 51 | 387-92 | INCLUDE | moderate | Compares a home-based pedometer-driven walking program (Walk+) to education alone (EDU) in older adults with knee OA. While not explicitly comparing supervised vs unsupervised exercise, the Walk+ program appears to be self-directed/minimally supervised home-based exercise versus no structured exercise, which may be relevant to review scope and warrants inclusion for full-text assessment. |
| 12771834 | Kramer Jf | 2003 | Comparison Of Clinic- And Home-Based Rehabilitation Programs After Total Knee Arthroplasty. | Kramer Jf;Speechley M;Bourne R;Rorabeck C;Vaz M | CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND RELATED RESEARCH | knee | 10.1097/01.blo.0000063600.67412.11 | | 225-34 | INCLUDE | high | RCT directly comparing clinic-based rehabilitation (supervised by outpatient physical therapists) versus home-based rehabilitation (monitored by telephone) after total knee arthroplasty in patients with OA. Clearly meets all inclusion criteria comparing supervision levels. |
| 12776476 | Reeves Kd | 2003 | Long-Term Effects Of Dextrose Prolotherapy For Anterior Cruciate Ligament Laxity. | Reeves Kd;Hassanein Km | ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES IN HEALTH AND MEDICINE | | | 9 | 58-62 | EXCLUDE | high | Prospective trial of dextrose prolotherapy injections for ACL laxity, not a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise programs. Does not meet intervention criteria. |
| 12858461 | Talbot La | 2003 | A Home-Based Protocol Of Electrical Muscle Stimulation For Quadriceps Muscle Strength In Older Adults With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Talbot La;Gaines Jm;Ling Sm;Metter Ej | THE JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | | 30 | 1571-8 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing home-based neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) plus education versus education only in older adults with knee OA. This is not a comparison of supervised versus non-supervised exercise but rather electrical stimulation versus control. |
| 12865040 | Miller Gd | 2003 | The Arthritis, Diet And Activity Promotion Trial (Adapt): Design, Rationale, And Baseline Results. | Miller Gd;Rejeski Wj;Williamson Jd;Morgan T;Sevick Ma;Loeser Rf;Ettinger Wh;Messier Sp | CONTROLLED CLINICAL TRIALS | | 10.1016/s0197-2456(03)00063-1 | 24 | 462-80 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT (ADAPT trial) with factorial design including structured exercise interventions in overweight/obese older adults with knee OA. Exercise described as 'group and home-based setting' suggests possible differences in supervision levels between components, warranting inclusion. |
| 14533368 | Dias Rc | 2003 | Impact Of An Exercise And Walking Protocol On Quality Of Life For Elderly People With Oa Of The Knee. | Dias Rc;Dias Jm;Ramos Lr | PHYSIOTHERAPY RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL : THE JOURNAL FOR RESEARCHERS AND CLINICIANS IN PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.1002/pri.280 | 8 | 121-30 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing an exercise and walking protocol (experimental group) versus education only (control group) in elderly people with knee OA. Unclear if the exercise protocol involved supervised versus non-supervised delivery, but this ambiguity warrants inclusion per sensitivity rules. |
| 14582441 | Alekseeva Li | 2003 | [Long-Term Effects Of Structum Administration (According To Data From Multicenter Trial)]. | Alekseeva Li;Arkhangel'skaia Gs;Davydova Af;Karmil'tseva Ea;Kogan Km;Mazurov Vi;Rebrov Ap;Riabitseva Of;Shemerovskaia Tg;Iakushin Ss | TERAPEVTICHESKII ARKHIV | | | 75 | 82-6 | EXCLUDE | high | This study evaluates the drug structum (chondroitin sulfate) in knee and hip OA patients. It does not compare exercise interventions or different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 14644853 | Foley A | 2003 | Does Hydrotherapy Improve Strength And Physical Function In Patients With Osteoarthritis--A Randomised Controlled Trial Comparing A Gym Based And A Hydrotherapy Based Strengthening Programme. | Foley A;Halbert J;Hewitt T;Crotty M | ANNALS OF THE RHEUMATIC DISEASES | | 10.1136/ard.2002.005272 | 62 | 1162-7 | INCLUDE | high | This RCT compares hydrotherapy-based supervised exercise versus gym-based supervised exercise versus control in hip/knee OA. Both exercise arms appear to involve supervised sessions (three times weekly for six weeks), representing different forms of supervised exercise delivery that may differ in supervision characteristics. |
| 14673987 | Sharma L | 2003 | Physical Functioning Over Three Years In Knee Osteoarthritis: Role Of Psychosocial, Local Mechanical, And Neuromuscular Factors. | Sharma L;Cahue S;Song J;Hayes K;Pai Yc;Dunlop D | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | knee | 10.1002/art.11420 | 48 | 3359-70 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a prospective observational cohort study examining risk factors predicting physical function outcomes over 3 years in knee OA. It is not a randomized controlled trial and does not compare exercise interventions. |
| 14677160 | Gur A | 2003 | Efficacy Of Different Therapy Regimes Of Low-Power Laser In Painful Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: A Double-Blind And Randomized-Controlled Trial. | Gur A;Cosut A;Sarac Aj;Cevik R;Nas K;Uyar A | LASERS IN SURGERY AND MEDICINE | knee | 10.1002/lsm.10236 | 33 | 330-8 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares different doses/regimens of laser therapy plus exercise versus placebo laser plus exercise in knee OA. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 11911518 | Frost H | 2002 | A Randomized Controlled Trial Of Exercise To Improve Mobility And Function After Elective Knee Arthroplasty. Feasibility, Results And Methodological Difficulties. | Frost H;Lamb Se;Robertson S | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1191/0269215502cr483oa | 16 | 200-9 | EXCLUDE | high | Compares two types of home-based exercise programs (traditional vs functional) following knee arthroplasty. Both arms are home-based, so there is no supervision level comparison, and the population is post-surgical rather than primary OA. |
| 12111084 | Evcik D | 2002 | Effectiveness Of A Home-Based Exercise Therapy And Walking Program On Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Evcik D;Sonel B | RHEUMATOLOGY INTERNATIONAL | knee | 10.1007/s00296-002-0198-7 | 22 | 103-6 | EXCLUDE | high | Compares home-based exercise versus walking versus control, but does not include a supervised exercise arm. All interventions appear to be home-based/unsupervised. |
| 12235596 | Topp R | 2002 | The Effect Of Dynamic Versus Isometric Resistance Training On Pain And Functioning Among Adults With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Topp R;Woolley S;Hornyak J;Khuder S;Kahaleh B | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1053/apmr.2002.33988 | 83 | 1187-95 | EXCLUDE | high | Compares two types of resistance training (isometric vs dynamic) but does not compare supervision levels. Both groups appear to receive the same supervision model - this is a comparison of exercise modalities, not supervision. |
| 12352776 | Belza B | 2002 | Does Adherence Make A Difference? Results From A Community-Based Aquatic Exercise Program. | Belza B;Topolski T;Kinne S;Patrick Dl;Ramsey Sd | NURSING RESEARCH | | 10.1097/00006199-200209000-00003 | 51 | 285-91 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing aquatic exercise program to wait-list control, with analysis of adherers versus non-adherers. Does not compare different levels of supervision in exercise delivery; focuses on adherence within a single exercise program format. |
| 12364304 | Thomas Ks | 2002 | Home Based Exercise Programme For Knee Pain And Knee Osteoarthritis: Randomised Controlled Trial. | Thomas Ks;Muir Kr;Doherty M;Jones Ac;O'reilly Sc;Bassey Ej | BMJ (CLINICAL RESEARCH ED.) | knee | 10.1136/bmj.325.7367.752 | 325 | 752 | INCLUDE | low | RCT of home-based exercise program versus no intervention in patients with knee pain. While supervision level is not explicitly described, the comparison of a home-based program suggests it may be unsupervised, and this could potentially relate to supervision differences that warrant full-text review per sensitivity rules. |
| 12424035 | Kavadas V | 2002 | Resource Implications Of A Knee Referral. | Kavadas V;Newman Jh | THE KNEE | knee | 10.1016/s0968-0160(02)00075-3 | 9 | 281-3 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a retrospective analysis of clinical resource utilization for knee referrals, not a randomized controlled trial comparing exercise interventions. Does not meet study design criteria. |
| 11154253 | Campbell R | 2001 | Why Don't Patients Do Their Exercises? Understanding Non-Compliance With Physiotherapy In Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Campbell R;Evans M;Tucker M;Quilty B;Dieppe P;Donovan Jl | JOURNAL OF EPIDEMIOLOGY AND COMMUNITY HEALTH | knee | 10.1136/jech.55.2.132 | 55 | 132-8 | INCLUDE | moderate | Qualitative study nested within an RCT examining physiotherapy effectiveness in knee OA, where intervention arm undertook home-based exercises. While this paper focuses on compliance, it references an RCT that may compare supervised physiotherapy vs another condition, requiring full text review. |
| 11409662 | Halbert J | 2001 | Primary Care-Based Physical Activity Programs: Effectiveness In Sedentary Older Patients With Osteoarthritis Symptoms. | Halbert J;Crotty M;Weller D;Ahern M;Silagy C | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | | 10.1002/1529-0131(200106)45:3<228::AID-ART253>3.0.CO;2-2 | 45 | 228-34 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing individualized physical activity advice (intervention) vs control in sedentary older patients with OA symptoms. While not explicitly comparing supervised vs unsupervised exercise, the individualized advice delivery likely differs in supervision level from control, and full text may clarify supervision differences. |
| 11469475 | Baker Kr | 2001 | The Efficacy Of Home Based Progressive Strength Training In Older Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Baker Kr;Nelson Me;Felson Dt;Layne Je;Sarno R;Roubenoff R | THE JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | | 28 | 1655-65 | EXCLUDE | high | Compares home-based progressive strength training versus nutrition education (attention control) in knee OA. No supervised exercise arm present - intervention is home-based versus non-exercise control. |
| 11606146 | Penninx Bw | 2001 | Physical Exercise And The Prevention Of Disability In Activities Of Daily Living In Older Persons With Osteoarthritis. | Penninx Bw;Messier Sp;Rejeski Wj;Williamson Jd;Dibari M;Cavazzini C;Applegate Wb;Pahor M | ARCHIVES OF INTERNAL MEDICINE | | 10.1001/archinte.161.19.2309 | 161 | 2309-16 | EXCLUDE | moderate | Compares aerobic exercise versus resistance exercise versus attention control in knee OA. No clear difference in supervision levels between the two exercise arms - appears to compare exercise modalities rather than supervision. |
| 10651597 | Deyle Gd | 2000 | Effectiveness Of Manual Physical Therapy And Exercise In Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. A Randomized, Controlled Trial. | Deyle Gd;Henderson Ne;Matekel Rl;Ryder Mg;Garber Mb;Allison Sc | ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.7326/0003-4819-132-3-200002010-00002 | 132 | 173-81 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing supervised manual therapy plus standardized exercise (performed in clinic and at home) versus placebo in knee OA patients. The treatment group received supervised clinic-based exercise twice weekly for 4 weeks, meeting inclusion criteria for supervised versus less supervised comparison. |
| 10682941 | Messier Sp | 2000 | Long-Term Exercise And Its Effect On Balance In Older, Osteoarthritic Adults: Results From The Fitness, Arthritis, And Seniors Trial (Fast). | Messier Sp;Royer Td;Craven Te;O'toole Ml;Burns R;Ettinger Wh | JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN GERIATRICS SOCIETY | | 10.1111/j.1532-5415.2000.tb03903.x | 48 | 131-8 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing 18-month center-based and home-based aerobic walking versus weight training versus health education control in knee OA. Center-based component (3 months) versus home-based (15 months) suggests varying supervision levels across the intervention period. |
| 10914863 | Mahomed Nn | 2000 | Determinants And Outcomes Of Inpatient Versus Home Based Rehabilitation Following Elective Hip And Knee Replacement. | Mahomed Nn;Koo Seen Lin Mj;Levesque J;Lan S;Bogoch Er | THE JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY | hip; knee | | 27 | 1753-8 | EXCLUDE | high | Retrospective cohort study (not RCT) comparing home-based versus inpatient rehabilitation after total joint replacement surgery. Population is post-surgical, not primary OA. |
| 10955337 | Hopman-Rock M | 2000 | The Effects Of A Health Educational And Exercise Program For Older Adults With Osteoarthritis For The Hip Or Knee. | Hopman-Rock M;Westhoff Mh | THE JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY | hip; knee | | 27 | 1947-54 | INCLUDE | low | RCT of self-management program including health education and physical exercises taught by physical therapist versus control in hip/knee OA. Unclear if supervision level varies between groups, but intervention includes professional-led exercise component - including per sensitivity rules when supervision details ambiguous. |
| 10963910 | Keefe Fj | 2000 | Understanding The Adoption Of Arthritis Self-Management: Stages Of Change Profiles Among Arthritis Patients. | Keefe Fj;Lefebvre Jc;Kerns Rd;Rosenberg R;Beaupre P;Prochaska J;Prochaska Jo;Caldwell Ds | PAIN | | 10.1016/S0304-3959(00)00294-3 | 87 | 303-313 | EXCLUDE | high | Cross-sectional study examining stages of change profiles in arthritis patients using cluster analysis. Not an RCT and does not compare exercise interventions. |
| 10990236 | Petrella Rj | 2000 | Home Based Exercise Therapy For Older Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Petrella Rj;Bartha C | THE JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY | knee | | 27 | 2215-21 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing home-based progressive exercise program plus medication versus medication alone in knee OA patients. While both groups receive home-based exercise, the comparison involves adding structured exercise to medication, which likely differs in supervision level from medication-only control. |
| 11018357 | Hootman J | 2000 | Characteristics Of Chronic Arthritis And Other Rheumatic Condition-Related Ambulatory Care Visits, United States, 1997. | Hootman J;Helmick C;Schappert S | ANNALS OF EPIDEMIOLOGY | | 10.1016/s1047-2797(00)00156-3 | 10 | 454 | EXCLUDE | high | Descriptive epidemiological study characterizing ambulatory care visits for arthritis using survey data. Not an RCT and does not compare interventions. |
| 11142075 | Barlow Jh | 2000 | A Randomized Controlled Study Of The Arthritis Self-Management Programme In The Uk. | Barlow Jh;Turner Ap;Wright Cc | HEALTH EDUCATION RESEARCH | | 10.1093/her/15.6.665 | 15 | 665-80 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT of Arthritis Self-Management Programme vs waiting-list control in people with arthritis. Compares self-management education program to waiting list, not different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 11201834 | MaÄko Oiu | 2000 | [Outpatient Bioresonance Treatment Of Gonarthrosis]. | MaÄko Oiu;Gogoleva Ef | TERAPEVTICHESKII ARKHIV | | | 72 | 50-3 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing standard gonarthrosis therapy with and without bioresonance treatment. Does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 10343535 | O'reilly Sc | 1999 | Effectiveness Of Home Exercise On Pain And Disability From Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: A Randomised Controlled Trial. | O'reilly Sc;Muir Kr;Doherty M | ANNALS OF THE RHEUMATIC DISEASES | knee | 10.1136/ard.58.1.15 | 58 | 15-9 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing home-based exercise program (unsupervised daily quadriceps exercises for 6 months) versus no intervention control in knee OA. While not explicitly comparing to supervised exercise, this clearly evaluates unsupervised home exercise effectiveness and is relevant to the review question. |
| 10527090 | Maurer Bt | 1999 | Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: Isokinetic Quadriceps Exercise Versus An Educational Intervention. | Maurer Bt;Stern Ag;Kinossian B;Cook Kd;Schumacher Hr | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/s0003-9993(99)90032-1 | 80 | 1293-9 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing isokinetic exercise versus educational intervention in knee OA. Does not compare different levels of exercise supervision; instead compares exercise versus education. |
| 19078371 | Péloquin L | 1999 | Effects Of A Cross-Training Exercise Program In Persons With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee A Randomized Controlled Trial. | Péloquin L;Bravo G;Gauthier P;Lacombe G;Billiard Js | JOURNAL OF CLINICAL RHEUMATOLOGY : PRACTICAL REPORTS ON RHEUMATIC & MUSCULOSKELETAL DISEASES | knee | 10.1097/00124743-199906000-00004 | 5 | 126-36 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT comparing supervised exercise program (3 sessions/week for 3 months) versus control group instructed to continue usual activities with education sessions. Does not compare supervised versus unsupervised exercise; compares exercise versus no exercise. |
| 9641447 | Myers A | 1998 | Compliance With Exercise Therapy In Treating Seniors With Knee Osteoarthritis. | Myers A | CLINICAL JOURNAL OF SPORT MEDICINE : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE CANADIAN ACADEMY OF SPORT MEDICINE | knee | 10.1097/00042752-199804000-00022 | 8 | 148 | INCLUDE | low | No abstract available but the title mentions compliance with exercise therapy in seniors with knee osteoarthritis. Given sensitivity rules to include when full text is needed for confirmation, this should be included. |
| 9791321 | Sullivan T | 1998 | One-Year Followup Of Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee Who Participated In A Program Of Supervised Fitness Walking And Supportive Patient Education. | Sullivan T;Allegrante Jp;Peterson Mg;Kovar Pa;Mackenzie Cr | ARTHRITIS CARE AND RESEARCH : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ARTHRITIS HEALTH PROFESSIONS ASSOCIATION | knee | 10.1002/art.1790110403 | 11 | 228-33 | INCLUDE | high | This is an RCT follow-up study comparing supervised fitness walking (intervention) versus control in patients with knee osteoarthritis. The study explicitly involves a supervised exercise program, meeting inclusion criteria for comparing supervision levels. |
| 9821904 | Røgind H | 1998 | The Effects Of A Physical Training Program On Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knees. | Røgind H;Bibow-Nielsen B;Jensen B;Møller Hc;Frimodt-Møller H;Bliddal H | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | knee | 10.1016/s0003-9993(98)90238-6 | 79 | 1421-7 | EXCLUDE | high | RCT of supervised group training (twice weekly for 3 months) including home exercises versus control in severe knee OA. Compares supervised exercise plus home program versus no intervention, not different supervision levels. |
| 10176148 | Fagnani F | 1998 | Medico-Economic Analysis Of Diacerein With Or Without Standard Therapy In The Treatment Of Osteoarthritis. | Fagnani F;Bouvenot G;Valat Jp;Bardin T;Berdah L;Lafuma A;Bono I;Eschwege E;Dreiser Rl | PHARMACOECONOMICS | | 10.2165/00019053-199813010-00013 | 13 | 135-46 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a pharmacological intervention study comparing diacerein medication plus standard therapy versus standard therapy alone in hip and knee OA. It does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 8980206 | Ettinger Wh | 1997 | A Randomized Trial Comparing Aerobic Exercise And Resistance Exercise With A Health Education Program In Older Adults With Knee Osteoarthritis. The Fitness Arthritis And Seniors Trial (Fast). | Ettinger Wh;Burns R;Messier Sp;Applegate W;Rejeski Wj;Morgan T;Shumaker S;Berry Mj;O'toole M;Monu J;Craven T | JAMA | knee | | 277 | 25-31 | INCLUDE | high | RCT in older adults with knee osteoarthritis comparing aerobic exercise and resistance exercise programs versus health education. The exercise programs appear to be supervised structured programs delivered at academic medical centers, while the comparison includes different intervention types that likely differ in supervision levels. |
| 9201637 | Lessard La | 1997 | The Efficacy Of Cryotherapy Following Arthroscopic Knee Surgery. | Lessard La;Scudds Ra;Amendola A;Vaz Md | THE JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC AND SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY | knee | 10.2519/jospt.1997.26.1.14 | 26 | 14-22 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares cryotherapy plus exercises versus exercises alone following arthroscopic knee surgery in a general surgical population, not specifically osteoarthritis patients. The comparison is about cryotherapy addition, not supervision level differences. |
| 9259427 | Mazzuca Sa | 1997 | Effects Of Self-Care Education On The Health Status Of Inner-City Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Mazzuca Sa;Brandt Kd;Katz Bp;Chambers M;Byrd D;Hanna M | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | knee | 10.1002/art.1780400815 | 40 | 1466-74 | EXCLUDE | high | This is an RCT comparing self-care education versus attention-control in knee OA patients. It focuses on educational intervention emphasizing nonpharmacologic management, not comparing supervised versus unsupervised exercise programs. |
| 9268953 | Rejeski Wj | 1997 | Compliance To Exercise Therapy In Older Participants With Knee Osteoarthritis: Implications For Treating Disability. | Rejeski Wj;Brawley Lr;Ettinger W;Morgan T;Thompson C | MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE | knee | 10.1097/00005768-199708000-00001 | 29 | 977-85 | EXCLUDE | moderate | This RCT in knee OA compares aerobic exercise versus resistance exercise versus health education control, with both exercise arms following the same supervision structure (3-month center-based then 15-month home-based). The study does not compare different levels of supervision between exercise arms. |
| 8600871 | Sashika H | 1996 | Home Program Of Physical Therapy: Effect On Disabilities Of Patients With Total Hip Arthroplasty. | Sashika H;Matsuba Y;Watanabe Y | ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION | hip | 10.1016/s0003-9993(96)90111-2 | 77 | 273-7 | EXCLUDE | high | This is explicitly described as a 'nonrandomized control trial' in patients after total hip arthroplasty, not meeting the RCT design requirement. The study examines home-based physical therapy programs but is not randomized. |
| 8819061 | Lattermann C | 1996 | High Tibial Osteotomy Alone Or Combined With Ligament Reconstruction In Anterior Cruciate Ligament-Deficient Knees. | Lattermann C;Jakob Rp | KNEE SURGERY, SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY, ARTHROSCOPY : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ESSKA | knee | 10.1007/BF01565995 | 4 | 32-8 | EXCLUDE | high | This study compares different surgical approaches (high tibial osteotomy alone or combined with ACL reconstruction) in patients with medial OA and anterior cruciate ligament deficiency. This is a surgical intervention study, not an exercise intervention study. |
| 7606955 | Philbin Ef | 1995 | Feasibility Of Maximal Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing In Patients With End-Stage Arthritis Of The Hip And Knee Prior To Total Joint Arthroplasty. | Philbin Ef;Ries Md;French Ts | CHEST | hip; knee | 10.1378/chest.108.1.174 | 108 | 174-81 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a feasibility/observational study examining whether maximal cardiopulmonary exercise testing is safe and feasible in patients with severe arthritis before joint replacement. It is not an RCT and does not compare different exercise interventions. |
| 7699639 | Garfinkel Ms | 1994 | Evaluation Of A Yoga Based Regimen For Treatment Of Osteoarthritis Of The Hands. | Garfinkel Ms;Schumacher Hr;Husain A;Levy M;Reshetar Ra | THE JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY | | | 21 | 2341-3 | INCLUDE | moderate | RCT comparing supervised yoga program (weekly instructor supervision for 8 weeks) versus no therapy control in hand OA patients. While not traditional exercise comparison, supervision is clearly a distinguishing factor and yoga involves physical activity relevant to OA management. |
| 8369892 | Green J | 1993 | Home Exercises Are As Effective As Outpatient Hydrotherapy For Osteoarthritis Of The Hip. | Green J;Mckenna F;Redfern Ej;Chamberlain Ma | BRITISH JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY | hip | 10.1093/rheumatology/32.9.812 | 32 | 812-5 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing home exercises alone versus supervised hydrotherapy plus home exercises in hip OA patients. Directly compares supervision levels (home-based vs facility-based supervised treatment). |
| 8443253 | Hampson Se | 1993 | Self-Management Of Osteoarthritis. | Hampson Se;Glasgow Re;Zeiss Am;Birskovich Sf;Foster L;Lines A | ARTHRITIS CARE AND RESEARCH : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ARTHRITIS HEALTH PROFESSIONS ASSOCIATION | | 10.1002/art.1790060105 | 6 | 17-22 | EXCLUDE | high | Observational descriptive study of self-management methods in OA patients assessed at two time points. Not an RCT and does not compare supervised versus unsupervised exercise interventions. |
| 8444626 | Allegrante Jp | 1993 | A Walking Education Program For Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee: Theory And Intervention Strategies. | Allegrante Jp;Kovar Pa;Mackenzie Cr;Peterson Mg;Gutin B | HEALTH EDUCATION QUARTERLY | knee | 10.1177/109019819302000107 | 20 | 63-81 | EXCLUDE | high | Descriptive paper describing the theory, design, and intervention strategies of a walking education program for knee OA. Not a trial report with results, appears to be a methods/protocol paper. |
| 1543305 | Kovar Pa | 1992 | Supervised Fitness Walking In Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. A Randomized, Controlled Trial. | Kovar Pa;Allegrante Jp;Mackenzie Cr;Peterson Mg;Gutin B;Charlson Me | ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE | knee | 10.7326/0003-4819-116-7-529 | 116 | 529-34 | INCLUDE | high | RCT comparing 8-week supervised fitness walking program versus standard medical care control in knee OA patients. Clearly compares supervised exercise intervention to non-exercise control. |
| 1581369 | Falconer J | 1992 | Effect Of Ultrasound On Mobility In Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. A Randomized Clinical Trial. | Falconer J;Hayes Kw;Chang Rw | ARTHRITIS CARE AND RESEARCH : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ARTHRITIS HEALTH PROFESSIONS ASSOCIATION | knee | 10.1002/art.1790050108 | 5 | 29-35 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares ultrasound plus exercise versus sham ultrasound plus exercise in OA patients. Both groups received the same exercise program, so there is no comparison of different supervision levels. |
| 1781051 | Ryttig K | 1991 | [Gitadyl Versus Ibuprofen In Patients With Osteoarthrosis. The Result Of A Double-Blind, Randomized Cross-Over Study]. | Ryttig K;Schlamowitz Pv;Warnøe O;Wilstrup F | UGESKRIFT FOR LAEGER | | | 153 | 2298-9 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a pharmacological trial comparing herbal medicine (Gitadyl) versus ibuprofen in osteoarthritis patients. No exercise intervention or supervision comparison is involved. |
| 2085059 | Scherak O | 1990 | [High Dosage Vitamin E Therapy In Patients With Activated Arthrosis]. | Scherak O;Kolarz G;Schödl C;Blankenhorn G | ZEITSCHRIFT FUR RHEUMATOLOGIE | | | 49 | 369-73 | EXCLUDE | high | This RCT compares vitamin E versus Diclofenac medication in OA patients. While both groups performed a standardized exercise program, there is no comparison of different supervision levels. |
| 3282868 | Maccagno A | 1988 | Comparative Double-Blind Study Of Tiaprofenic Acid Versus Piroxicam In The Treatment Of Osteoarthritis Of The Knee. | Maccagno A;Sebastian O;Di Giorgio E | DRUGS | knee | 10.2165/00003495-198800351-00014 | 35 SUPPL 1 | 64-7 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a pharmacological trial comparing two NSAIDs (tiaprofenic acid versus piroxicam) in knee OA patients. No exercise intervention is described. |
| 3109139 | Zielke A | 1987 | [Physical Therapy In Degenerative Diseases Of The Joints]. | Zielke A | ZEITSCHRIFT FUR DIE GESAMTE INNERE MEDIZIN UND IHRE GRENZGEBIETE | | | 42 | 105-8 | INCLUDE | low | This article discusses physiotherapy including kinetotherapy (active) versus passive methods in degenerative joint diseases and mentions a randomized analysis of 1,893 arthrosis patients. Full text needed to determine if this includes supervised versus unsupervised exercise comparison. |
| 3964314 | Cohen Jl | 1986 | Evaluation Of Arthritis Self-Management Courses Led By Laypersons And By Professionals. | Cohen Jl;Sauter Sv;Devellis Rf;Devellis Bm | ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM | | 10.1002/art.1780290312 | 29 | 388-93 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a comparison of arthritis patient education programs led by laypersons versus health professionals, not a comparison of supervised versus unsupervised exercise interventions. While exercise is mentioned as an outcome measure, the study does not compare different levels of exercise supervision. |
| 3904434 | Posner Sl | 1985 | Six-Week, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled And Long-Term, Open-Label Multicenter Study Of Isoxicam In Treatment Of Degenerative Joint Disease. | Posner Sl | THE AMERICAN JOURNAL OF MEDICINE | | 10.1016/0002-9343(85)90176-7 | 79 | 17-23 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a drug trial comparing isoxicam to placebo in patients with degenerative joint disease. It does not involve any exercise intervention or comparison of supervision levels. |
| 4055840 | Urbaniak Jr | 1985 | Correction Of Post-Traumatic Flexion Contracture Of The Elbow By Anterior Capsulotomy. | Urbaniak Jr;Hansen Pe;Beissinger Sf;Aitken Ms | THE JOURNAL OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY. AMERICAN VOLUME | | | 67 | 1160-4 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a surgical case series of anterior capsulotomy for post-traumatic elbow flexion contracture, not a randomized controlled trial. Although it mentions supervised exercise programs in conservative therapy, it does not compare different supervision levels. |
| 377470 | Franchi R | 1979 | Parenteral Administration Of Ketoprofen In Osteoarthritis: A Double-Blind Trial Versus The N-Methyl-D-Glucamine Salt Of Indomethacin. | Franchi R;Liverta C;Pollini C;Pontiroli Ae | SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY. SUPPLEMENT | | 10.3109/03009747909103705 | | 1-7 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a drug trial comparing ketoprofen to indomethacin administered intramuscularly in patients with osteoarthritis. It does not involve exercise interventions or comparisons of supervision levels. |
| 625655 | Siegmeth W | 1978 | [Long-Term Comparative Study: Diclofenac (Voltaren) And Naproxen (Proxen) In Arthritis]. | Siegmeth W;Placheta P | SCHWEIZERISCHE MEDIZINISCHE WOCHENSCHRIFT | | | 108 | 349-53 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a drug comparison study of diclofenac versus naproxen in patients with coxarthrosis or gonarthrosis. It does not involve exercise interventions or comparisons of supervision levels. |
| 790548 | Caroit M | 1976 | Double-Blind Study Of Ketoprofen Against A Placebo In Osteoarthritis Of The Hip. | Caroit M;Forette B;Hubault A;Pasquier P | SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY. SUPPLEMENT | hip | | 1976 | 123-7 | EXCLUDE | high | This is a drug trial comparing ketoprofen medication versus placebo in hip osteoarthritis. No exercise intervention is being studied. |