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Effects of Mc Connell Versus Kinesio Taping; Combined With Hip and Knee Strengthening in Patients With Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

RecruitingNAAges 26 Years - 44 YearsAllFoundation University Islamabad
NCT07831200 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is a common musculoskeletal-related condition that is characterized by insidious onset of poorly defined pain, localized to the anterior retro-patellar and/or peripatellar region of the knee. The onset of symptoms can be slow or acutely develop with a worsening of pain accompanying lower-limb loading activities (e.g. squatting, prolonged sitting, ascending/descending stairs, jumping, or running). This randomized controlled trial compares the effects of McConnell taping and Kinesio taping, each combined with a standardized hip and knee strengthening exercise program, in patients with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS). A total of 34 participants (17 per group), aged 26-44 years, will be randomly allocated into two groups. Both groups will undergo a 4-week intervention, consisting of supervised sessions on alternate days. Outcomes will be assessed at baseline and

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults 26-44 years of age * Both males and females * Subjects having anterior knee pain during (AKP) squatting or stair climbing/descending. * Chronic localized to the anterior retro-patellar and/or peripatellar region of the knee. * Positive outcomes of any two he following tests Eccentric Step Test Patellar Apprehension Test Squat test Exclusion Criteria: * Malignancies * History of steroid therapy over 3 months * Diagnosed Chondromalacia Patellae * Diagnosed Plica Syndrome * Diagnosed Fat Pad Impingement * Patellar Dislocation * Diagnosed Arthritis (Osteoarthritis \& Rheumatoid Arthritis) * Traumatic Injuries: Ligament tears, meniscus tears, or fractures. * Prior knee surgery or invasive procedures (6 months) * Patients using blood thinners
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What it tests

  • Mc Connell tape
  • Kinesio taping
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Where

1 site
Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
Islamabad, 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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