PATELLOFEMORAL PAIN SYNDROME

This study tested two types of exercise programs in 45 women aged 20-40 with patellofemoral pain syndrome (front knee pain). Both groups did knee strengthening plus either hip or ankle exercises, all supervised via telehealth for 8 weeks. The result: both programs significantly r…

This study looked at 38 young male runners with patellofemoral pain syndrome (runner's knee) to see which type of exercise works better: resistance training or neuromuscular training. The goal was to improve leg power, knee function, and balance. Participants were randomly assign…

This study looked at whether adding shock wave therapy to exercise helps knee pain more than exercise alone. 36 adults with patellofemoral pain syndrome were split into three groups: exercise only, shock waves only, or both. After 8 weeks, all groups felt better, but adding shock…

This study looked at how the muscles around the knee affect knee cap movement in people with long-term knee pain. Researchers used MRI scans to watch the knee move, both normally and after numbing a thigh muscle. The goal was to understand the link between muscle control and pain…

This study looked at how muscles around the knee work together to control movement in 28 healthy adults. Researchers used MRI scans and temporarily numbed a specific knee muscle with lidocaine to see how it affects kneecap position. The goal was to better understand what causes f…

This study looked at 45 people with patellofemoral pain syndrome (pain around the kneecap) to see if different types of the condition have different movement problems. Researchers used a special device to measure how the thigh and shin bones rotate during walking. The goal was to…

This study looked at 75 elite teen track-and-field athletes (ages 15-18) to understand why some develop patellofemoral pain syndrome (anterior knee pain). Researchers measured trunk endurance, hip flexibility, and dynamic knee alignment in those with and without knee pain. They f…