Power up your knees: new exercise program aims to beat chronic kneecap pain

NCT ID NCT05403944

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Connecticut Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a 6-week strength training program that includes power exercises (STRIPE) works better than standard rehab for people with long-term kneecap pain. 88 adults aged 18-40 with pain lasting over 3 months will do supervised telehealth sessions three times a week. Researchers will measure changes in pain, knee function, and how often pain comes back.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Strength training rehabilitation incorporating power exercises (STRIPE) compared to standard of care rehabilitation
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a more effective exercise program for people with kneecap pain, reducing pain and improving daily function.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 88 participants. The new program may not prove better than standard care, and results may not apply to everyone with knee pain.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

patellofemoral pain syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

PATELLOFEMORAL PAIN

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Central Florida

Orlando, Florida, 32816, United States
University of Connecticut

Storrs, Connecticut, 06269, United States
University of Toledo

Toledo, Ohio, 43606, United States

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