Knee Isometric Program (KIP) Home Exercise Programs (HEP) Physical Therapy (PT) Study

Description

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of a knee isometric program (KIP) as compared to the current gold standard treatment for anterior knee pain (Patellofemoral Clinical Practice Guideline \[CPG\] - Academy of Orthopedic Physical Therapy).

Conditions

Anterior Knee Pain Syndrome

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Study overview

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of a knee isometric program (KIP) as compared to the current gold standard treatment for anterior knee pain (Patellofemoral Clinical Practice Guideline \[CPG\] - Academy of Orthopedic Physical Therapy).

Effectiveness of a Knee Isometric Program on Reducing Anterior Knee Pain and Improving Functional Outcomes

Knee Isometric Program (KIP) Home Exercise Programs (HEP) Physical Therapy (PT) Study

Condition
Anterior Knee Pain Syndrome
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

Houston

Houston Methodist Research Institute, Houston, Texas, United States, 77030

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * Accept all provisions of the study and agree to complete the program in its entirety
  • * Age between 18-65
  • * Complaint of anterior knee pain for at least 4 weeks, but no more than 12 months
  • * Prescribed referral for physical therapy for their knee(s) from one of the investigators
  • * Potential participant does not agree to comply with study protocols or does not wish to be subjected to a random group allocation
  • * Any neurological or degenerative musculoskeletal condition involving the lower extremities
  • * Ages outside of 18-65
  • * Surgical history or fracture within the last 12 months on the affected extremity(ies)
  • * Currently participating in a structured strength training program
  • * Inability to access clinic for data collection or follow-up sessions
  • * Significant anatomical anomaly or limb alignment disorder as diagnosed by medical professional (femoral anteversion/retroversion, patella alta/baja, varus/valgus deformities, patella deformities/fractures, osteotomy procedures, limb lengthening procedures)
  • * Significant cartilage damage as diagnosed by medical professional (grade 3+ chondral defects of the femur or patella)
  • * Any other condition that limits full weight bearing of the affected lower extremity(ies)
  • * Vulnerable populations

Ages Eligible for Study

18 Years to 65 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Collaborators and Investigators

The Methodist Hospital Research Institute,

Study Record Dates

2030-08-08