Status:

NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Effects of Percutaneous Neuromouldation of the Saphenous Nerve in Patients With Patellofemoral Pain

Lead Sponsor:

University of Alcala

Conditions:

Patellofemoral Pain

Eligibility:

All Genders

18-80 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

The knee is a common source of musculoskeletal pain, with patellofemoral pain (PFP) standing out due to its high prevalence. This pain, frequent in adolescents and athletes, significantly impacts the ...

Detailed Description

Introduction: The knee is a common source of musculoskeletal pain, with patellofemoral pain (PFP) being one of the most prevalent. The incidence of PFP varies with age and activity level, but its impa...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Be 18 years or older.
  • Knee pain in the anterior aspect or around the patella for at least 1 month, exacerbated by activities such as squatting, stair climbing, or prolonged sitting.
  • Patients experiencing difficulty participating in sports due to pain.

Exclusion

  • Previous surgical intervention on the painful knee.
  • Previous diagnosed knee pathology.
  • Recent trauma or acute injury to the knee that may have led to the development of pain.
  • Antiplatelet or anticoagulant therapy.
  • Bilateral symptoms.
  • Pain attributed to hypersensitivity of any peripheral nerve of the lower limbs or a positive electromyographic test.
  • Lumbar spine pathologies (herniated disc, protrusion, etc.).
  • Use of medications such as opioids or those with knee pain as a side effect.
  • Belonephobia or any condition where percutaneous needle insertion is contraindicated.
  • Pregnancy.

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

September 30 2024

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ESTIMATED

End Date :

June 30 2025

Estimated Enrollment :

24 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT06505382

Start Date

September 30 2024

End Date

June 30 2025

Last Update

July 17 2024

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Campus Cientifico-Tecnologico UAH.Colegio de León c/ Libreros, 21

Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain, 28801