Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS): a systematic review of anatomy and potential risk factors
2008
Understanding Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome and Its Risk Factors
Sample size: 24
publication
10 minutes
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Waryasz Gregory R, McDermott Ann Y
Primary Institution: Tufts University School of Medicine
Hypothesis
Can identifying anatomical and functional risk factors help in preventing patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS)?
Conclusion
Individuals with positive risk factors can reduce their likelihood of developing PFPS by following a proposed prehabilitation program.
Supporting Evidence
- Over 2/3 of patients with PFPS are successfully treated through rehabilitation.
- Identifying risk factors can help in pre-diagnosing PFPS.
- A prehabilitation program can be performed at lower intensity levels to prevent PFPS.
Takeaway
If you have knee pain, doing specific exercises can help you feel better and prevent future pain.
Methodology
A systematic database search was performed to identify potential risk factors for PFPS, including a review of 24 articles.
Limitations
The review is limited to articles published in English and does not include treatment interventions.
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