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Comparison of IASTM and Muscle Energy Technique in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome.

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - 35 YearsAllRiphah International University
NCT06598618 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to compare the effect of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) and muscle energy technique on iliotibial band tightness on pain, range of motion and functional mobility in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome.

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * • Age between 18 and 35 years * Both Genders. * Anterior or retro patellar knee pain for at least the past 3 months. * Knee pain during at least 3 of the following activities: ascending/descending stairs, squatting, hopping/ running, and prolonged sitting. * Retro patellar pain in patellar grind test (positive clarke's sign). * A score of at least 3 on the visual analog scale (VAS). * Positive Ober's test. Exclusion Criteria: * • Any meniscal or ligament tears of knee. * Knee osteoarthritis. * Any previous surgery of lower limb. * Patellar fracture or fracture of lower extremity. * Having received knee injections of corticosteroids or hyaluronic acid. * Osteoporosis of knee joint.
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What it tests

  • Graston technique+ Conventional PT
  • Muscle energy technique + Conventional PT
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Where

1 site
Pakistan Railway hospital
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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