Comparing muscle release and taping for knee pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial compares two treatments for kneecap pain that has lasted at least 3 months: a muscle release technique and kinesio taping. The goal is to see which one helps reduce pain from daily activities like climbing stairs, running, or sitting for long periods.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 30 years old.
- You have had kneecap pain for at least 3 months.
- Your worst knee pain in the last week was a 3 or higher on a 0–10 pain scale.
- Your pain happens during at least two activities like going up/down stairs, hopping, running, sitting for a long time, squatting, or kneeling.
- Your pain can also be brought on by pressing on your kneecap or the area around it.
- You have not had knee surgery, a recent knee injury, or physical therapy for this pain 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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