Core strengthening exercises: By core strengthening exercise, could be improved pain, balance, and function in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome. In that case, this will not only improve their postural stability and neuromuscular control, but we believe it will improve their overall functional, performance, and quality of life. Currently, limited evidence exists about the effectiveness of core strengthening exercises on pain, function and dynamic balance in patellofemoral pain syndrome. By addressing core strengthening exercise, physical therapists can advise new treatment methods for patellofemoral pain syndrome (Chevidikunnan et al., 2016)
Traditional treatment: hip and knee-focused exercises
Study summary
the goal of this interventional study is to Investigate the effect of core strengthening exercises on pain, strength, function, and balance in patients with PFPS.
Eligibility
Sex
ALL
Min age
18 Years
Max age
35 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion Criteria:
1. Patients of both genders with an age range of 18- 35 years old.
2. Gradual development of pain in the front of the knee lasting more than 12 weeks.
3. Patients with body mass index 18- 25 kg m2.
4. Pain is aggravated by at least 2 of the following activities: jumping, running, prolonged sitting, stair climbing, kneeling, and squatting.
1. Positive patellar grinding test.
2. Insidious onset of symptoms, unrelated to a traumatic damage.
Exclusion Criteria:
1. Traumatic patellar subluxation or dislocation.
2. A history of any of the following conditions: meniscal or other intra articular pathologic conditions; cruciate or collateral ligament involvement.
3. Any lower limb bony or congenital deformities.
4. Previous knee and hip joint surgeries.
5. Osteoarthritis in the ankle, knee, or hip joints.
6. Conditions that affect muscle strength such as diabetes mellitus or rheumatoid arthritis.
Primary outcome measure(s)
Pain — 6 weeks by Visual analog scale
knee function — 6 weeks by Anterior knee pain scale ( AKPS) ( Kujala )
This page summarises publicly available registry data for informational purposes — not medical advice. Eligibility is determined by each study team; patients should discuss participation with their clinician.
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