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Hip strengthening versus quadriceps strengthening in females with patellofemoral pain
August 2013
Hip strengthening versus quadriceps strengthening in females with patellofemoral pain
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Hip strengthening prior to functional exercises reduces pain sooner than quadriceps strengthening in females with patellofemoral pain syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy; 2011; 41; 560-70Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
33 women with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) were randomized to undergo either hip or quadriceps strengthening, prior to functional weight-bearing exercises, to evaluate levels of pain. The results of the 3 month study indicated that women who underwent hip strengthening prior to functional exercises displayed significantly less pain in comparison to the quadriceps strengthening group. All gr...
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