NCT07465380

Stabilization vs Corrective Exercise in PFP

Functional Stabilization Training VS Comprehensive Corrective Exercises on Lower Limb Kinematics in Patellofemoral Pain and Dynamic Knee Valgus

• Status: Not Yet Recruiting
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 60 (estimated)
• Sponsor: Ahram Canadian University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 18 Years – 35 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of a Functional Stabilization training program (FST) and a comprehensive corrective exercise program in PF pain and DKV.

Detailed description

PF pain impairs performance and quality of life and can predispose individuals to early PF osteoarthritis and Dynamic knee valgus has been identified as a modifiable risk factor for PF pain and serious knee injury . Current rehabilitation strategies show mixed results. Solo hip strengthening programs may not correct Dynamic knee valgus. While both Functional Stabilization training (FST) and comprehensive corrective programs (CCEP) show potential benefits, direct comparisons are lacking. The FST suggested superior outcomes with functional training, but it did not specifically target DKV. Conversely, the CCEP demonstrated kinematic improvements, but included asymptomatic participants and lacked patient reported outcomes. By directly comparing Functional Stabilization training (FST) with the CCEP, this study aims to provide clinicians with evidence based guidance on the most effective exercise strategy for improving lower limb kinematics and reducing pain. The findings could inform best practice guidelines and enhance outcomes.

Conditions

• Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
BEHAVIORAL	Standard Care Exercise Program (SC)	Supervised standard care exercise therapy for patellofemoral pain, delivered 3 sessions/week for 8 weeks (24 sessions), \~45-60 minutes/session.
BEHAVIORAL	Functional Stabilization Training (FST)	Supervised functional stabilization/neuromuscular exercise program focusing on lower-limb alignment and movement control. 3 sessions/week for 8 weeks (24 sessions), \~45-60 minutes/session, progressive difficulty/load
BEHAVIORAL	Comprehensive Corrective Exercise Program (CCEP)	Supervised comprehensive corrective exercise program targeting flexibility, strength, and neuromuscular control across the kinetic chain to address dynamic knee valgus. 3 sessions/week for 8 weeks (24 sessions), \~45-60 minutes/session, phase-based progression

Timeline

• Start date: 2026-04-01
• Primary completion: 2027-04-01
• Completion: 2027-04-01
• First posted: 2026-03-11
• Last updated: 2026-03-11