The effectiveness of hip strengthening exercises in the management of patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) in females: a systematic review

Gilson, Caroline; Sharp, T.; Jenkins, C.; Barker, Karen

doi:10.1016/j.physio.2020.03.009

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“…The study showed that both the hip and knee exercises must be included in the patient's treatment regime rather than only including hip strengthening exercises. Combined hip and knee exercises were seen to be more effective than only including the hip exercises [19]. Our study also included both hip and knee exercises, which were significant in improving the patient's pain.…”

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Efficacy of Isometric Exercises and Somatosensory Training for Pain, Proprioception, and Balance in Runners with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

Kochar,

Fating,

Patil

2024

Cureus

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BackgroundA significant cause of knee pain is patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). Young adults are the most common population to be impacted, and this condition appears to affect both sexes. Patellofemoral joint (PFJ) compression, which is felt around the patella during any physical or athletic activity, usually causes patients to experience pain in the anterior part of the knee. Physiotherapy is essential for patients suffering from this illness, as it can improve their everyday activities and ability to return to their sport. MethodologyThe study's main goal was to evaluate the effectiveness of somatosensory training and isometric exercises for pain, proprioception, and balance in runners with PFPS. Before-and after-test approaches were used in the investigation. Eighty-five people made up the study, with the inclusion and exclusion criteria used to determine eligibility. Isometric exercises and somatosensory training were given to every individual; the group was not randomly assigned. The patient's diagnosis was made using the patellar grind test. Participants received 30-45 minutes of isometric exercises and 15 minutes of somatosensory training every four days. The visual analog scale, joint position sense test, and Y-balance test were taken as outcome measures to measure PFPS before and after the intervention. ResultsThe result revealed significant (p=0.0001) improvement in PFPS following the intervention. Both the isometric exercises and somatosensory training were found to be significant in reducing the intensity of the pain and improving the proprioception and balance of the individuals. ConclusionBoth treatment approaches were beneficial in lowering pain in the joints, developing balance, and helping the patient perceive the position of the joint. Individuals can use both therapy methods to improve their running abilities, and they should become ingrained in daily practice.

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Efficacy of Isometric Exercises and Somatosensory Training for Pain, Proprioception, and Balance in Runners with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

Kochar,

Fating,

Patil

2024

Cureus

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“…The findings corroborated the beneficial effects of strengthening exercises of combined hip and knee musculature, rather than knee exercises alone, to reduce pain and improve function. [20][21][22]39,40 These exercises may optimise the motion and alignment of the pelvic and knee, thus ultimately decreasing patellofemoral joint stresses, improving the kinetics and kinematics of lower extremities, and enhancing tissue-healing which has been observed after exercise therapy. 41 As far as the type of strengthening exercises are concerned, to date, there is no specific type to be described.…”

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Comparing the effects of positional versus myofascial release of gluteus medius to manage patellofemoral pain syndrome: single blinded randomized clinical trial

Kumar,

Soomro

2024

J Pak Med Assoc

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Objective: To determine the effects of positional release technique in comparison to myofascial release technique on gluteus medius trigger point along with exercises to manage patellofemoral pain syndrome. Method: The single-blind, two-arm, randomised clinical trial was conducted at the Department of Physiotherapy, Sindh Institute of Physical Medicine, Karachi, from December 7, 2020, to March 24, 2021, and comprised patellofemoral pain syndrome of either gender with gluteus medius trigger point. They were randomly allocated to positional release technique group A and myofascial release technique group B. The intervention comprised 3 sessions per week for 6 weeks for a total of 18 sessions, with each session lasting 45 minutes. Function through anterior knee pain scale, pain through visual analogue scale, strength via hand-held dynamometer, and quality of life via World Health Organisation quality of life brief questionnaire were assessed alongside pressure pain threshold via algometer which was taken as the gluteus medius trigger point. All measurements were taken at baseline and 6 week post-intervention. Data was analysed using SPSS 21. Results: Of the 64 participants, 38(59.4%) were females and 26(40.6%) were males. There were 32(50%) subjects in group A with mean age 29.50+5.84 years and 32(50%) in group B with mean age 29.50+5.43 years (p>0.05). Both the groups showed a significant reduction in pain, improvement in function, pressure pain threshold, strength, and quality of life (p<0.05). Intergroup comparisons revealed no significant differences (p>0.05). Conclusion: Treating myofascial trigger points of gluteus medius muscle, using either positional release technique or myofascial release technique together with exercise therapy was found to be equally beneficial. ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04667091 Key Words: Anterior knee pain, Exercise therapy, Trigger points, Manual therapy.

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The effectiveness of hip strengthening exercises in the management of patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) in females: a systematic review

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Efficacy of Isometric Exercises and Somatosensory Training for Pain, Proprioception, and Balance in Runners with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

Efficacy of Isometric Exercises and Somatosensory Training for Pain, Proprioception, and Balance in Runners with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

Comparing the effects of positional versus myofascial release of gluteus medius to manage patellofemoral pain syndrome: single blinded randomized clinical trial

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