How to tape for Patella Femoral Syndrome (McConnell Taping Technique) This technique holds the patella. Patellar Tracking (Mulligan Taping Technique) This technique rotates the tibia. Mulligan Taping Techniques :: Principles
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APH&R. May 2015Volume 96, Issue 5, Pages 920–927 Bing-Yao Huang, MS Abstract Objective To identify the predictors for successful neurodynamic management in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome. Design Prospective cohort, prediction rule study. Setting Hospital. Participants Patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome (N=51) underwent clinical examination and measurement of physical parameters, including femoral slump test, lower-extremity […]
Can We Predict Which Patients With Patellofemoral Pain Are More Likely To Benefit From Exercise Therapy? A Secondary Exploratory Analysis Of A Randomized Controlled Trial Authors: Nienke E. Lankhorst, MD Abstract Study Design Secondary exploratory analysis of a randomized controlled trial comparing supervised exercise therapy to usual care in patients with patellofemoral pain (PFP). Objective […]
Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise 02/12/2015 Koli J, et al. – Progressively implemented high–impact and intensive exercise created enough stimuli and had favorable effects both on patellar cartilage quality and physical function in postmenopausal women with mild knee OA. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2015 Feb 9. [Epub ahead of print] Effect of […]
Go to: Abstract J Phys Ther Sci. 2014 Jul; 26(7): 961–964. Published online 2014 Jul 30. doi: 10.1589/jpts.26.961 PMCID: PMC4135215 Correlation between Intrinsic Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome in Young Adults and Lower Extremity Biomechanics Ohjeoung Kwon, PT, Msc,1 Mijung Yun, PT, Msc,1 and Wanhee Lee, PT, PhD1,* Author information ► Article notes ► Copyright and License information ► Abstract [Purpose] The purpose of this study was to […]
Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy > Volume 44, Issue 6 > Authors: Laura Kooiker, PT, MSc Study Design Systematic literature review. Objective To summarize the evidence for physical therapist–guided quadriceps-strengthening exercises as a treatment for patellofemoral pain syndrome. Background Although quadriceps strengthening is often included in the plan of care for patellofemoral pain […]
A common component of rehabilitation for patients with patellofemoral paint (PFP) includes strengthening of the quadriceps, performed both in an open- and closed-kinetic chain manner (non-weight-bearing and weight-bearing respectively). Clinicians must consider exercise prescription with respect to minimising patellofemoral joint (PFJ) loading. The aim of the following study was to compare patellofemoral joint (PFJ) stress […]
Archives of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation May 2014 Volume 95, Issue 5, Pages 900–907 Khalil Khayambashi, PT, PhD Abstract Objective To compare the efficacy of posterolateral hip muscle strengthening versus quadriceps strengthening in reducing pain and improving health status in persons with patellofemoral pain (PFP). Design Comparative control trial. Setting Rehabilitation facility. Participants Persons with […]
Patellofemoral Update focuses on the causes, prevention and treatment of patellofemoral disorders. The blog is sponsored by The Patellofemoral Foundation whose mission is to improve the care of individuals with anterior knee pain through targeted education and research. The Patellofemoral Foundation offers additional online education resources on its website. Thursday, May 8, 2014 Unfortunately, when an orthopedic surgeon sees a […]
A systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate clinical outcomes and biomechanical mechanisms Christian Barton Br J Sports Med doi:10.1136/bjsports-2013-092437 Journal Reference Abstract Objective Patellar taping is frequently used to treat patellofemoral pain (PFP). This systematic review and meta-analysis (1) evaluates the efficacy of patellar taping for patients with PFP, (2) compares the efficacy of various taping […]
Authors: Rodrigo De Marche Baldon, PT, MS Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 2014 Volume:44 Issue:4 Pages:240–A8 DOI: 10.2519/jospt.2014.4940 Study Design Randomized clinical trial. Objectives To compare the effects of functional stabilization training (FST) versus standard training on knee pain and function, lower-limb and trunk kinematics, trunk muscle endurance, and eccentric hip and knee […]
A Systematic Literature Review With Meta-Analysis Lachlan S. Giles, PT Study Design Systematic literature review. Objectives To investigate whether quadriceps atrophy is present in the affected limb of individuals with patellofemoral pain (PFP). Background PFP is a common condition. Atrophy of the quadriceps femoris, in particular the vastus medialis obliquus, is often assumed to be […]
Childress MA,et al. Am Fam Physician. 2013 Apr 1;87(7):486-90. Abstract Chronic tendon injuries present unique management challenges. The assumption that these injuries result from ongoing inflammation has caused physicians to rely on treatments demonstrated to be ineffective in the long term. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should be limited in the treatment of these injuries. Corticosteroid injections […]
Juha-Pekka Kulmala; Janne Avela; Kati Pasanen; Jari Parkkari Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2013;45(12):2306-2313. Abstract Purpose: Knee pain and Achilles tendinopathies are the most common complaints among runners. The differences in the running mechanics may play an important role in the pathogenesis of lower limb overuse injuries. However, the effect of a runner’s foot strike pattern […]