Body awareness rehab for knee cap pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests a rehabilitation program that focuses on body awareness to help people with long-lasting kneecap pain. It aims to improve physical function and emotional well-being.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 45 years old.
- You have kneecap pain (front or behind the kneecap) that has lasted at least 3 months.
- Your pain is at least moderate when you climb stairs, squat, or sit for a long time.
- You can understand instructions and give consent to join.
- You are willing to take part in the rehab program.
- You have not had knee surgery in the last year or other knee problems like ligament or meniscus injury.
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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