About this trial
This randomized controlled trial aims to investigate the effects of isokinetic training combined with blood flow restriction (BFR) in individuals with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS).
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Participants aged 18 to 40 years.
Clinical diagnosis of patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS).
Presence of anterior or retropatellar knee pain for at least 3 months.
Pain provoked by at least two activities that increase patellofemoral joint load, including squatting, stair climbing, running, jumping, prolonged sitting, or kneeling.
Disqualifiers
History of knee surgery or significant trauma to the lower extremity within the previous 12 months.
Clinical evidence of other knee disorders, including ligament injury, meniscal injury, patellar instability, osteoarthritis, or tendinopathy.
Presence of neurological, cardiovascular, or systemic musculoskeletal disorders that may affect lower limb function or exercise participation.
Current participation in other structured lower extremity rehabilitation or strength training programs.
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Isokinetic Training
- Isokinetic Training Combined With Blood Flow Restriction
- Aerobic Cycling Exercise
Treatment groups
Locations
1Sponsors and collaborators
Nanjing Mingzhou Rehabilitation Hospital
Lead sponsor
Guilin institute of information technology
Collaborator