Patellofemoral Pain SyndromeNCT04692727
Taping and Patellar Maltraction in PFPS Patients
A study testing Exercise program, McConnel patellar taping technique and Femoral rotational taping technique in people with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, run by Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome(PFPS) treatment is basically conservative, but there is no general consensus on the most appropriate therapeutic approach. The aim of this study was to examine the misalignment of the patellofemoral joint with MRI and compare the effectiveness of McConnell patellar taping and femoral… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 50 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
- What is being tested?
- Exercise program, McConnel patellar taping technique and Femoral rotational taping technique
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 36 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 17 Dec 2020to Jul 2021
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 50 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Presence of anterior knee pain lasting more than 6 weeks
- Anterior or retropatellar knee pain is present in at least two activities (stair descending, stair climbing, squatting, running, jumping, sitting for a long time
- Presence of malalignment of patellofemoral joint in MRI examination [Bisect offset index (BOİ) ≥57 and / or patellar tilt angle (PTA) ≥15]
Who cannot join
- presence of knee trauma history and/or previous knee surgery
- presence limitation in knee joint range of motion
- presence of meniscopathy or lesion in knee ligaments
- presence of patellar subluxation or dislocation
- presence of a neuromuscular (upper or lower motor neuron lesions), cardiovascular or rheumatological disease
- pregnancy status
- presence of MRI contraindications
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site
Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University
Ankara, 06370
About this study
Official title: The Effectiveness of Different Taping Methods Applied in Addition to Exercise in Patients With Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome(PFPS) treatment is basically conservative, but there is no general consensus on the most appropriate therapeutic approach. The aim of this study was to examine the misalignment of the patellofemoral joint with MRI and compare the effectiveness of McConnell patellar taping and femoral lateral rotational taping techniques applied to exercise function on pain, patellar maltraction, functional status, balance and quality of life in patients with PFPS.
Read the detailed description
This is a single blinded randomized controlled trial, will be conducted at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt UniversityYenimahalle Education and Research Hospital. Evaluations regarding the parameters and inclusion criteria at the stage of diagnosis will be carried out by the Specialist Physician, exercise therapy and taping practices by the Specialist Physiotherapist, and the MRI measurements by the Specialist Radiologist. Fixed probability stratified randomization method will be preferred in order to ensure proportional gender distribution in the formation of groups and participants will be divided into 3 groups. An exercise program that includes stretching, strengthening and balance exercises accompanied by physiotherapist in the clinic will be applied to all individuals participating in the study for 2 times/week X 6 weeks (12 sessions). Only the exercise program will be applied to the first group. To the second group; McConnell patellar taping technique will be applied using rigid tape(Leukotape® P Rigid Strapping Tape, 38 mm X 10 m, USA) in addition to the exercise program in each session.To the third group; femoral lateral rotation taping technique will be applied using rigid tape in addition to the exercise program. Patients' patellar maltraction, pain function, balance, and quality of life will be assessed before and after treatment with MRI and clinical testing.
- Conditions
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
- Being tested
- Exercise program, McConnel patellar taping technique, Femoral rotational taping technique
- Keywords
- PFPS, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, McConnell, femoral rotation, taping, malalignment
- Medical subject headings
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Exercise programOther
- Hamstring, quadriceps, gastrocnemius, iliopsoas, iliotibial band (ITB), lateral and medial retinaculum stretching exercises
- Isometric exercises of vastus medialis, gluteus medius and external rotators
- Isotonic exercises of vastus medialis, gluteus medius and external rotators
- Closed kinetic chain exercises
- Balance and coordination exercises
- Core stabilization exercises
McConnel patellar taping techniqueOther
Individuals are placed in a supine position with their knees extended and the quadriceps relaxed. A 5 cm wide hypoallergenic band is applied transversely over the patella without affecting the position of the patella. Then, it is started at the lateral edge of the patella with a rigid tape. The tape is terminated at the medial femoral condyle after a medial pull and / or medial tilt to the patella.
Femoral rotational taping techniqueOther
This technique is applied in a standing position and hip extreme external rotation. Taping is started on the vastus medialis and is pulled diagonally from the anterior of the leg to the lateral and ends on the trochanter major.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Exercise grup | Active comparator | An exercise program that includes stretching, strengthening and balance exercises accompanied by physiotherapist in the clinic will be applied to all individuals participating in the study for 6 weeks, 2 times a week (12 sessions). Each session will take approximately 40 minutes and patients will be asked to repeat the exercises at least 2 sets a day at home when they are not in the clinic (other 5 days a week). The home program will be followed by the exercise daily form. Receives: Other: Exercise program |
| McConnell patellar taping grup | Experimental | McConnell patellar taping technique will be applied using a rigid tape in addition to the exercise program applied to the exercise group. The tape will remain in the body for a maximum of 48 hours and will be renewed by the same physiotherapist in each session. Receives: Other: Exercise program; Other: McConnel patellar taping technique |
| Femoral rotational taping grup | Experimental | Femoral lateral rotation taping technique will be applied using a rigid tape in addition to the exercise program applied to the exercise group.The tape will remain in the body for a maximum of 48 hours and will be renewed by the same physiotherapist in each session. Receives: Other: Exercise program; Other: Femoral rotational taping technique |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Change in Bisect offset index (BOI)
A reference line is drawn through the posterior of the femoral condyles in the axial plan. A line is drawn from the widest diameter of the patella. A perpendicular third line drawn from the deepest point of the trochlear groove divides the widest diameter of the patella into 2 parts (α, β). Bisect offset is defined as the ratio of the lateral part of the patella to the patellar width and is calculated by the formula [α / (α + β) x100]. Being above 57° is a risk factor for pain and patellofemoral joint degeneration.
Measured: Change from baseline BOI at 6 weeks
Change in Patellar tilt angle (PTA)
The patellar tilt angle is the angle between the posterior line of the femoral condyles and the widest mediolateral line of the patella. Below 15 degrees is considered normal.
Measured: Change from baseline PTA at 6 weeks
Change in Lateral patellofemoral angle (LPFA)
It is the angle between the line connecting the top points of the femoral condyles and the line drawn along the lateral facet of the patella. In general, the patellofemoral angle is more than 8 ° and is open laterally. Medial patency monitoring or an angle less than 8 ° is considered an abnormal slope.
Measured: Change from baseline LPFA at 6 weeks
Change in Lateral patellar displacement (LPD)
In the axial plan, a line connecting the top of the medial and lateral condyles and a vertical line is drawn from this at the top of the medial femoral condyle. The distance between this perpendicular line and the medial edge of the patella is measured. This distance should not be more than 1 mm in normal knees.
Measured: Change from baseline LPD at 6 weeks
Secondary outcomes (11)
Visual analog scale (VAS)
Patients' pain will be assessed for three different situations: "at rest", "at activity" and "at night" before and after treatment. The patient is asked to mark the severity of pain on the 10 cm horizontal line [left end(0) = no pain, right end(10)= unbearable pain ]. Data is measured with a standard ruler and results are recorded in centimeters (cm).
Measured: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Y balance test (YBT)
There are 3 bars of 1.5 meters long fixed to a 2.54 cm high central foot plate at an angle of 135 and 90 degrees between them. It is asked to lie down with the tip of the toe in 3 directions and the measurements are recorded.
Measured: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Kujala Patellofemoral Score (KPS)
The Kujala Patellofemoral Score developed by Kujala et al contains 13 questions in total. This score questions pain during stair-climbing activity, squatting, running, jumping, and prolonged sitting in knees flexion. It also assesses whether there is disruption, swelling or patellar subluxation, the amount of atrophy in the quadriceps muscle, the presence of flexion deficit, and the need for walking aid. The scoring system ranges from 0 to 100 points, from poor to best . Turkish version of Kujala Patellofemoral Score will be used in individuals with PFPS.
Measured: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Q angle
Q angle is the angle formed by a line drawn from the anterosuperior iliac. The angle will be measured in the supine position with the knee in full extension and in two different situations (quadriceps relaxed or maximum voluntary contraction (MVC)).spine to the central patella and a second line drawn from central patella to tibial tubercle.
Measured: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Nottingham Health Profile (NHP)
Nottingham Health Profile Questionnaire will be used to evaluate the quality of life. This questionnaire is used to determine how individuals perceive their emotional, social and physical states at that moment. The questions constituting the questionnaire were composed of two options: yes / no. The questionnaire consists of 2 main sections and 6 subtitles (pain, emotional reactions, sleep, social isolation, physical activity, energy) and includes a total of 38 questions. The total score of each section is 100. The scores formed by the answer "Yes" show the negative characteristics of the individual.
Measured: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Timed up and go test (TUG)
Patients were asked to perform test at usual walking speed .initial testing standardized verbal instruction given to the participant regarding procedure. For performing TUG participants were instructed to walk three meter and then walk back to sit down .Note time on stopwatch .The average of tests trail was measured as the mean of TUG.
Measured: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Stair climb test (SCT)
It is a test that evaluates the patient's staircase up and down activity, lower limb strength, and dynamic balance. The patient is asked to climb up and down 9 steps of 20 cm height as quickly as possible, and the activity time is recorded with a stopwatch. The measurements are repeated 3 times and the average is recorded in seconds.
Measured: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Genu Valgum/Varum
The patient is standing. The patient is asked to touch the lower extremities while maintaining knee extension. If the medial condyles are in contact and the distance between the medial malleoli is more than 1 cm, it is evaluated as genu valgum. If the medial malleoli are in contact and the distance between the medial condyles is more than 1 cm, it is considered as genu varum.
Measured: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Patella type
Type 1: Medial and lateral facets are concave and almost equal. Type 2: The medial facet is concave and slightly smaller than the lateral facet.
Type 3: The medial facet is convex and smaller than the lateral facet.
Measured: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Sulcus angle (SA)
It is the deepest angle between the medial and lateral trochlear edges. 135 degrees and above are risk factors for patellofemoral osteoarthritis.
Measured: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Trochlear depth (TD)
It is measured as the distance from the deepest point of the trochlear sulcus to the line connecting the anterior peaks of the femoral condyles. Below 3 mm is defined as abnormal.
Measured: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted5 Jan 2021
- Study start17 Dec 2020
- Primary completionJun 2021 (estimated)
- Study completionJul 2021 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (6)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Patellofemoral Pain SyndromeStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- Single blind randomized controlled study:Three parallel treatment groups; the control group received only exercise therapy, while the other two groups received two different taping treatments in addition to exercise therapy.
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 36 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Ertuğrul Demirdel, Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University
- Investigators
- Ertuğrul Demirdel, PhD, Principal investigator, Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT04692727
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 2018/76
- Status last verified
- Jan 2021
- First submitted
- 26 Dec 2020
- Last updated
- 5 Jan 2021
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Publications
Laugharne E, Bali N, Purushothamdas S, Almallah F, Kundra R. Variability of Measurement of Patellofemoral Indices with Knee Flexion and Quadriceps Contraction: An MRI-Based Anatomical Study. Knee Surg Relat Res. 2016 Dec 1;28(4):297-301. doi: 10.5792/ksrr.16.032.
PubMed 27894177Nakagawa TH, Muniz TB, Baldon Rde M, Dias Maciel C, de Menezes Reiff RB, Serrao FV. The effect of additional strengthening of hip abductor and lateral rotator muscles in patellofemoral pain syndrome: a randomized controlled pilot study. Clin Rehabil. 2008 Dec;22(12):1051-60. doi: 10.1177/0269215508095357.
PubMed 19052244Song CY, Huang HY, Chen SC, Lin JJ, Chang AH. Effects of femoral rotational taping on pain, lower extremity kinematics, and muscle activation in female patients with patellofemoral pain. J Sci Med Sport. 2015 Jul;18(4):388-93. doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2014.07.009. Epub 2014 Jul 24.
PubMed 25127530Collins NJ, Barton CJ, van Middelkoop M, Callaghan MJ, Rathleff MS, Vicenzino BT, Davis IS, Powers CM, Macri EM, Hart HF, de Oliveira Silva D, Crossley KM. 2018 Consensus statement on exercise therapy and physical interventions (orthoses, taping and manual therapy) to treat patellofemoral pain: recommendations from the 5th International Patellofemoral Pain Research Retreat, Gold Coast, Australia, 2017. Br J Sports Med. 2018 Sep;52(18):1170-1178. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2018-099397. Epub 2018 Jun 20.
PubMed 29925502Callaghan MJ, Guney H, Reeves ND, Bailey D, Doslikova K, Maganaris CN, Hodgson R, Felson DT. A knee brace alters patella position in patellofemoral osteoarthritis: a study using weight bearing magnetic resonance imaging. Osteoarthritis Cartilage. 2016 Dec;24(12):2055-2060. doi: 10.1016/j.joca.2016.07.003. Epub 2016 Jul 16.
PubMed 27432215Callaghan MJ, Selfe J. Patellar taping for patellofemoral pain syndrome in adults. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2012 Apr 18;2012(4):CD006717. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD006717.pub2.
PubMed 22513943
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 5 Jan 2021. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effectiveness of Different Taping Methods Applied in Addition to Exercise in Patients With Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT04692727
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 2018/76
- Conditions
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
- Keywords
- PFPS, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, McConnell, femoral rotation, taping, malalignment
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Unknown status
- Enrolment
- 36 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 17 Dec 2020 (actual)
- Primary completion
- Jun 2021 (estimated)
- Study completion
- Jul 2021 (estimated)
- First posted
- 5 Jan 2021 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome(PFPS) treatment is basically conservative, but there is no general consensus on the most appropriate therapeutic approach. The aim of this study was to examine the misalignment of the patellofemoral joint with MRI and compare the effectiveness of McConnell patellar taping and femoral lateral rotational taping techniques applied to exercise function on pain, patellar maltraction, functional status, balance and quality of life in patients with PFPS.
Detailed description
This is a single blinded randomized controlled trial, will be conducted at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt UniversityYenimahalle Education and Research Hospital. Evaluations regarding the parameters and inclusion criteria at the stage of diagnosis will be carried out by the Specialist Physician, exercise therapy and taping practices by the Specialist Physiotherapist, and the MRI measurements by the Specialist Radiologist. Fixed probability stratified randomization method will be preferred in order to ensure proportional gender distribution in the formation of groups and participants will be divided into 3 groups. An exercise program that includes stretching, strengthening and balance exercises accompanied by physiotherapist in the clinic will be applied to all individuals participating in the study for 2 times/week X 6 weeks (12 sessions). Only the exercise program will be applied to the first group. To the second group; McConnell patellar taping technique will be applied using rigid tape(Leukotape® P Rigid Strapping Tape, 38 mm X 10 m, USA) in addition to the exercise program in each session.To the third group; femoral lateral rotation taping technique will be applied using rigid tape in addition to the exercise program. Patients' patellar maltraction, pain function, balance, and quality of life will be assessed before and after treatment with MRI and clinical testing.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 3
- Model description
- Single blind randomized controlled study:Three parallel treatment groups; the control group received only exercise therapy, while the other two groups received two different taping treatments in addition to exercise therapy.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Exercise grup | Active comparator | Other: Exercise programAn exercise program that includes stretching, strengthening and balance exercises accompanied by physiotherapist in the clinic will be applied to all individuals participating in the study for 6 weeks, 2 times a week (12 sessions). Each session will take approximately 40 minutes and patients will be asked to repeat the exercises at least 2 sets a day at home when they are not in the clinic (other 5 days a week). The home program will be followed by the exercise daily form. |
| McConnell patellar taping grup | Experimental | Other: Exercise program, Other: McConnel patellar taping techniqueMcConnell patellar taping technique will be applied using a rigid tape in addition to the exercise program applied to the exercise group. The tape will remain in the body for a maximum of 48 hours and will be renewed by the same physiotherapist in each session. |
| Femoral rotational taping grup | Experimental | Other: Exercise program, Other: Femoral rotational taping techniqueFemoral lateral rotation taping technique will be applied using a rigid tape in addition to the exercise program applied to the exercise group.The tape will remain in the body for a maximum of 48 hours and will be renewed by the same physiotherapist in each session. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 50 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Presence of anterior knee pain lasting more than 6 weeks
- Anterior or retropatellar knee pain is present in at least two activities (stair descending, stair climbing, squatting, running, jumping, sitting for a long time
- Presence of malalignment of patellofemoral joint in MRI examination [Bisect offset index (BOİ) ≥57 and / or patellar tilt angle (PTA) ≥15]
Key exclusion criteria (7 listed)
- presence of knee trauma history and/or previous knee surgery
- presence limitation in knee joint range of motion
- presence of meniscopathy or lesion in knee ligaments
- presence of patellar subluxation or dislocation
- presence of a neuromuscular (upper or lower motor neuron lesions), cardiovascular or rheumatological disease
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Exercise program* Hamstring, quadriceps, gastrocnemius, iliopsoas, iliotibial band (ITB), lateral and medial retinaculum stretching exercises * Isometric exercises of vastus medialis, gluteus medius and external rotators * Isotonic exercises of vastus medialis, gluteus medius and external rotators * Closed kinetic chain exercises * Balance and coordination exercises * Core stabilization exercises | Other | Exercise grup, Femoral rotational taping grup, McConnell patellar taping grup |
| McConnel patellar taping techniqueIndividuals are placed in a supine position with their knees extended and the quadriceps relaxed. A 5 cm wide hypoallergenic band is applied transversely over the patella without affecting the position of the patella. Then, it is started at the lateral edge of the patella with a rigid tape. The tape is terminated at the medial femoral condyle after a medial pull and / or medial tilt to the patella. | Other | McConnell patellar taping grup |
| Femoral rotational taping techniqueThis technique is applied in a standing position and hip extreme external rotation. Taping is started on the vastus medialis and is pulled diagonally from the anterior of the leg to the lateral and ends on the trochanter major. | Other | Femoral rotational taping grup |
Primary outcome
Change in Bisect offset index (BOI)
Time frame: Change from baseline BOI at 6 weeks
A reference line is drawn through the posterior of the femoral condyles in the axial plan. A line is drawn from the widest diameter of the patella. A perpendicular third line drawn from the deepest point of the trochlear groove divides the widest diameter of the patella into 2 parts (α, β). Bisect offset is defined as the ratio of the lateral part of the patella to the patellar width and is calculated by the formula [α / (α + β) x100]. Being above 57° is a risk factor for pain and patellofemoral joint degeneration.
Change in Patellar tilt angle (PTA)
Time frame: Change from baseline PTA at 6 weeks
The patellar tilt angle is the angle between the posterior line of the femoral condyles and the widest mediolateral line of the patella. Below 15 degrees is considered normal.
Change in Lateral patellofemoral angle (LPFA)
Time frame: Change from baseline LPFA at 6 weeks
It is the angle between the line connecting the top points of the femoral condyles and the line drawn along the lateral facet of the patella. In general, the patellofemoral angle is more than 8 ° and is open laterally. Medial patency monitoring or an angle less than 8 ° is considered an abnormal slope.
Change in Lateral patellar displacement (LPD)
Time frame: Change from baseline LPD at 6 weeks
In the axial plan, a line connecting the top of the medial and lateral condyles and a vertical line is drawn from this at the top of the medial femoral condyle. The distance between this perpendicular line and the medial edge of the patella is measured. This distance should not be more than 1 mm in normal knees.
11 secondary outcomes
Visual analog scale (VAS)
Time frame: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Y balance test (YBT)
Time frame: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Kujala Patellofemoral Score (KPS)
Time frame: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Q angle
Time frame: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Nottingham Health Profile (NHP)
Time frame: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Timed up and go test (TUG)
Time frame: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Stair climb test (SCT)
Time frame: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Genu Valgum/Varum
Time frame: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Patella type
Time frame: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Sulcus angle (SA)
Time frame: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Trochlear depth (TD)
Time frame: Just before the treatment and at the end of 6-week treatment.
Results and safety
Results are not available in the source record.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 5 Jan 2021.
- Background: PubMed 27894177Laugharne E, Bali N, Purushothamdas S, Almallah F, Kundra R. Variability of Measurement of Patellofemoral Indices with Knee Flexion and Quadriceps Contraction: An MRI-Based Anatomical Study. Knee Surg Relat Res. 2016 Dec 1;28(4):297-301. doi: 10.5792/ksrr.16.032.
- Background: PubMed 19052244Nakagawa TH, Muniz TB, Baldon Rde M, Dias Maciel C, de Menezes Reiff RB, Serrao FV. The effect of additional strengthening of hip abductor and lateral rotator muscles in patellofemoral pain syndrome: a randomized controlled pilot study. Clin Rehabil. 2008 Dec;22(12):1051-60. doi: 10.1177/0269215508095357.
- Background: PubMed 25127530Song CY, Huang HY, Chen SC, Lin JJ, Chang AH. Effects of femoral rotational taping on pain, lower extremity kinematics, and muscle activation in female patients with patellofemoral pain. J Sci Med Sport. 2015 Jul;18(4):388-93. doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2014.07.009. Epub 2014 Jul 24.
- Background: PubMed 29925502Collins NJ, Barton CJ, van Middelkoop M, Callaghan MJ, Rathleff MS, Vicenzino BT, Davis IS, Powers CM, Macri EM, Hart HF, de Oliveira Silva D, Crossley KM. 2018 Consensus statement on exercise therapy and physical interventions (orthoses, taping and manual therapy) to treat patellofemoral pain: recommendations from the 5th International Patellofemoral Pain Research Retreat, Gold Coast, Australia, 2017. Br J Sports Med. 2018 Sep;52(18):1170-1178. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2018-099397. Epub 2018 Jun 20.
- Background: PubMed 27432215Callaghan MJ, Guney H, Reeves ND, Bailey D, Doslikova K, Maganaris CN, Hodgson R, Felson DT. A knee brace alters patella position in patellofemoral osteoarthritis: a study using weight bearing magnetic resonance imaging. Osteoarthritis Cartilage. 2016 Dec;24(12):2055-2060. doi: 10.1016/j.joca.2016.07.003. Epub 2016 Jul 16.
- Background: PubMed 22513943Callaghan MJ, Selfe J. Patellar taping for patellofemoral pain syndrome in adults. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2012 Apr 18;2012(4):CD006717. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD006717.pub2.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Ertuğrul Demirdel, PhD principal investigator
Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University
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Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Exercise program, McConnel patellar taping technique and Femoral rotational taping technique in people with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, run by Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 3 inclusion and 7 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: status not confirmed, as of the sponsor's last update on 5 Jan 2021. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
Results are not available in the source record.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Change in Bisect offset index (BOI) (time frame: Change from baseline BOI at 6 weeks). The study lists 4 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT04692727, which also lists 6 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 5 Jan 2021.