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New treatment option for Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Official title Effects of Agility Training With and Without Foot Mobilization In Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06674707
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is referred to as peripatellar or retro-patellar pain, which is characterized by alterations in the physical and biomechanical features of the patellofemoral joint. Risk factors for PFPS include: anatomic anomalies, mal-alignment and altered biomechanics of the lower extremity, muscle dysfunction, patellar hypermobility, poor quadriceps, or iliotibial band flexibility, surgery, tight lateral structures, training errors or overuse and trauma.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 20 to 40
You may be able to join if
- Clinical signs of patellofemoral pain syndrome such as retro patellar pain, crepitation, and pain with patellar grinding more than 6 months.
- Both genders of 20-40 years of age.
- Presence of pain on step down from a 25 step or double leg squat and sitting with knee bent greater than 15 min.
- Pain more than 4 on NPRS scale.
- Individual with anterior left/right asymmetries greater than 4 cm on Y balance test
You likely can't join if
- History of ligament and meniscal injury.
- History of lower limb fractures.
- History of post-surgical condition of lower limb
- History of systemic, connective tissue or neurologic condition
See the full eligibility criteria
- Clinical signs of patellofemoral pain syndrome such as retro patellar pain, crepitation, and pain with patellar grinding more than 6 months.
- Both genders of 20-40 years of age.
- Presence of pain on step down from a 25 step or double leg squat and sitting with knee bent greater than 15 min.
- Pain more than 4 on NPRS scale.
- Individual with anterior left/right asymmetries greater than 4 cm on Y balance test
- Excessive calcaneal eversion measured at 6° in the relaxed posture(6).
- History of ligament and meniscal injury.
- History of lower limb fractures.
- History of post-surgical condition of lower limb
- History of systemic, connective tissue or neurologic condition
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 20 years to 40 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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