Lying down or standing up? study tests best position for hip exercises in knee pain
NCT ID NCT07305610
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how different body positions (lying on your side versus standing) affect hip muscle strength and activation in men with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), a common cause of knee pain. Researchers will compare 22 men with PFPS to 22 healthy men, measuring muscle activity and strength. The goal is to find which position is best for hip exercises during rehabilitation.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help physical therapists design better exercises for knee pain rehabilitation.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage observational study with only 44 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It measures muscle activity, not pain relief directly.
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Ahram Canadian University
Giza, Egypt
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