Response of therapeutic exercise and patellar taping on patella position and pain control in the Patellofemoral pain syndrome

Effect of Functional Stabilization Training on Pain and Muscle Activation Ratio of Vastus Medialis Obliqus and Vastus Lateralis in Individuals With Patellofemoral Pain: A Randomized Control Trial

“…It is a condition seen in orthopedic and sports medicine practice with an incidence rate Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is one of the most common syndrome among physically active individuals between the ages of 15 and 30 [1]. It can be defined as retro-patellar or among the general population being as high as 40% [4]. Prevalence of patellofemoral pain is estimated to be between eight to 40%.…”

“…1:1 ratio or the approximation of a 1:1 ratio for the VMO and VL is the expected target ratio for PFPS patients to become pain free [6]. maintaining patellar alignment in the trochlear groove of the femur is necessary to restore functional efficacy of the patellofemoral joint [4]. Physical therapy has constantly been found to be effective in reducing pain in patients with PFPS, with treatment programs traditionally focusing on increasing quadriceps strength and VMO function [2].…”