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PNF stretching improves pain and function in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome
June 2013
PNF stretching improves pain and function in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Effectiveness of different exercises and stretching physiotherapy on pain and movement in patellofemoral pain syndrome: a randomized controlled trial
Clin Rehabil. 2013 May;27(5):409-17. doi: 10.1177/0269215512459277. Epub 2012 Oct 4.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
74 patients diagnosed with patellofemoral pain syndrome (72 of which completed the study) were randomized to one of three groups, receiving either a proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching protocol with exercise, a classic stretching protocol, or a control group to evaluate the difference in clinical outcomes. Results collected after 4 months indicated that the PNF stretching wi...
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