About this trial
Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is one of the most commonly diagnosed conditions among adolescents and adults with knee complaints, accounting for approximately 25% of knee disorders diagnosed in sports medical clinics. While the etiology of PFPS is suggested to be multifactorial, several contributing factors such as lower knee extensors strength, quadriceps imbalance, weak hip abductors and overuse have been identified.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Individuals with age 20-40Years
Pain rating > 3 and < 7 on NPRS
Patella alta confirmed with ISI (Insall Salvati index) ratio > 1.2 on lateral knee radiograph
Positive Ely's test for rectus femoris tightness
Disqualifiers
History of patellofemoral dislocation
Knee osteoarthritis
Recently undergo to surgery to knee
Fracture in knee region
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Conventional Traetment
- Muscle Energy Technique and Patellar Inferior Glide
Treatment groups
Locations
1Sponsors and collaborators
Riphah International University
Lead sponsor