Hamstring stretching for kneecap pain relief
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two types of hamstring stretches (specific vs. general) to see which works better for reducing pain and improving function in people with kneecap pain lasting 3 months or more.
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Who can take part
- You have had pain behind or around your kneecap for at least 3 months.
- Pain happens during activities like squatting, kneeling, sitting for a long time, climbing stairs, hopping, or running.
- Your pain level is at least a 3 on a 0 to 10 scale.
- You can't fully straighten your knee when your hip is bent at 90 degrees (a sign of tight hamstrings).
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18 and 30.
- You have not had knee surgery or other knee problems like torn cartilage or arthritis.
- You do not have any mental health, heart, or nerve conditions that affect exercise.
- You have not had physical therapy for your knee in the last 3 months.
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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