Kinesio vs McConnell taping for knee pain relief
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two types of taping (Kinesio and McConnell) to see which works better for people with pain behind the kneecap (patellofemoral pain syndrome). You may help researchers learn how to best relieve knee pain during daily activities.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have had pain in the front of your knee or behind your kneecap for at least 3 months, especially during walking, stairs, or squatting.
- You are between 18 and 50 years old.
- Your average knee pain in the last week is at least a 3 on a 0-10 scale (0 = no pain, 10 = worst pain).
- You have not had physical therapy for any leg problem in the past 3 months.
- You do not have other knee injuries (like torn meniscus or ligaments), nerve or muscle diseases, back problems, or hip/ankle issues.
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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