Clinical Research Directory

Ultrasound Examination of the VMO in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

The aim of this study is to examine in detail the ultrasonographic characteristics of the vastus medialis obliquus and vastus medialis longus muscles in individuals with patellofemoral pain syndrome and to compare these findings with those of healthy individuals. It is anticipated that the results obtained will contribute to a better understanding of the muscle-based mechanisms of PFAS and provide a scientific basis for the development of muscle-specific assessment and intervention strategies in physical therapy and rehabilitation practices.

Influence of Training Surface and Mechanical Load on the Prevalence of Patellofemoral Pain in Recreational Runners

Background. Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is one of the most common causes of knee pain in recreational runners and is exacerbated by activities that load the patellofemoral joint. Although biomechanical differences between running surfaces and elevation profiles have been documented, the influence of terrain type and training load on PFP in non-professional runners remains poorly defined. Objective. To examine the association between predominant training terrain and the presence of PFP in non-professional runners, and to describe its functional severity. Secondarily, to analyze the relationship between terrain exposure, elevation, training load and volume with PFP, as well as the potential influence of previous knee history and footwear rotation. Methods. An observational, analytical, cross-sectional study conducted through an online survey targeting recreational runners. The primary outcome will be the presence of patellofemoral pain, defined according to the 2016 International Consensus, and functional severity will be assessed using the Spanish-validated Kujala Anterior Knee Pain Scale. Exposures will include the percentage of kilometers run on each terrain type, positive and negative elevation gain, internal load (session rating of perceived exertion × duration), training volume, and running pace. Potential confounders will include age, sex, body mass index, running experience, training frequency, previous knee history, lower-limb strength, accumulated elevation gain, and footwear rotation. Descriptive analyses and logistic regression models will be performed to identify independent associations. Expected results. To estimate the prevalence of PFP in recreational runners, identify terrain- and load-related factors associated with its occurrence, and define a predictive model to inform prevention strategies and training planning.

AI Driven EX Versus Conventional in PFPS

This study aims to investigate and compare the effect of AI driven exercises program versus the conventional exercises therapy program on pain, function and dynamic knee valgus angle in treatment of patellofemoral pain syndrome.This study is randomized controlled trial and includes 40 participants .These participants divided into 2 groups (A, B), each group will be assessed with 3 measurments (vas ,dynamic knee valgus, Kujala Anterior Knee Pain Scale) and each group will receive difeerent treatments. The individuals in group A(study group) will preceive AI driven exercises program while the individual in group B will receive conventional exercises therapy program. Participants in the both groups are prescribed a 6-week comprehensive exercises program (3 sessions per week) day after day and assessment procedure will be performed pre and post treatmeant .