Walking angle adjustment relieves knee arthritis pain and slows cartilage damage
University of Utah researchers published a year-long clinical trial in The Lancet Rheumatology on October 10, 2026, showing that changing foot angle during walking reduces knee arthritis pain comparable to medication.
Trial results show pain relief
Participants who adopted a personalized foot position reported significantly less knee pain after one year. This level of pain reduction matched the benefits seen with commonly used medications. The group receiving this walking technique also received a placebo treatment for comparison.
Cartilage health improves over time
MRI scans revealed that participants using the new walking method experienced slower deterioration in knee cartilage markers. This finding suggests the approach may help protect joints from further damage without drugs or surgery. The study was conducted over a full year to track these changes.
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