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Gait Retraining for Runners With Patellofemoral Pain
Sponsor: Beijing Sport University
Summary
Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is a common overuse injury in runners. Increased patellofemoral joint stress (PFJS) is an important biomechanical factor associated with PFP. Gait retraining, especially cadence modification, may reduce PFJS and improve symptoms, but evidence from randomized controlled trials remains limited. This study investigated whether wearable device-assisted gait retraining was more effective than education alone in reducing pain, improving function, and altering running biomechanics in female runners with PFP.
Official title: Gait Retraining Intervention for Female Runners With Patellofemoral Pain: Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
18 Years - 45 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
44
Start Date
2026-05-15
Completion Date
2026-12-15
Last Updated
2026-10-02
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Gait retraining
The intervention is a wearable device-assisted gait retraining program (home) designed specifically for female runners with patellofemoral pain.
Education
PFP education, load management strategies, symptom-based training modifications, and strengthening exercises
Locations (1)
Beijing Sport University
Beijing, China