Core exercises for treating knee pain

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This interventional study aims to investigate the impact of core strengthening exercises on pain, strength, function, and balance in patients suffering from patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). A total of 44 participants aged 18 to 35 will be divided into two groups: one receiving conventional physical therapy along with core exercises, and the other receiving only conventional therapy. The study will assess outcomes using various tools, including a Visual Analogue Scale and balance assessments, over a period of six weeks. The goal is to determine whether core strengthening can improve symptoms and functionality in individuals with PFPS.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Patients of both genders with an age range of 18- 35 years old.
2. Gradual development of pain in the front of the knee lasting more than 12 weeks.
3. Patients with body mass index 18- 25 kg m2.
4. Pain is aggravated by at least 2 of the following activities: jumping, running, prolonged sitting, stair climbing, kneeling, and squatting.

   1. Positive patellar grinding test.
   2. Insidious onset of symptoms, unrelated to a traumatic damage.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Traumatic patellar subluxation or dislocation.
2. A history of any of the following conditions: meniscal or other intra articular pathologic conditions; cruciate or collateral ligament involvement.
3. Any lower limb bony or congenital deformities.
4. Previous knee and hip joint surgeries.
5. Osteoarthritis in the ankle, knee, or hip joints.
6. Conditions that affect muscle strength such as diabetes mellitus or rheumatoid arthritis.

Where it's running

• Cairo University
  Giza, Egypt Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: rana ibrahim ahmed, Bachelor Physical Therapy-MUST — Misr University for Science and Technology
• Study coordinator: Rana Ibrahim Ahmed, Bachelor Physical Therapy-MUST
• Email: ranaibrahim066@gmail.com
• Phone: 01151082787

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.