Comparison of two hand-on knee treatments for kneecap pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial compares two gentle physical therapy techniques (Mulligan and Maitland mobilization) to see which works better for kneecap pain. If you have had knee pain for at least 2 months and it hurts with stairs, sitting, or squatting, this study may help find the best treatment for you.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 40 years old.
- You have had knee pain that started at least 2 months ago.
- Your pain is at least a 3 out of 10 on a pain scale (0 = no pain, 10 = worst pain).
- Your kneecap hurts when pressed on the inner or outer side.
- You have pain behind the kneecap with at least 2 activities: stairs, hopping, sitting with bent knees for a long time, kneeling, or squatting.
- You have not had knee surgery and do not have arthritis or other joint diseases.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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