Evaluating Kinesio versus McConnell Taping Combined with Exercise for Adults Aged 18-50 with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the effects of Kinesio Taping versus McConnell Taping when combined with a standardized hip-knee strengthening and neuromuscular control exercise program in adults aged 18 to 50 with patellofemoral pain syndrome PFPS. The study aims to determine whether these taping methods produce different impacts on quadriceps muscle activation, pain, knee function, and dynamic knee alignment during a 6-week intervention. This randomized clinical trial compares three groups Kinesio Taping with exercise, McConnell Taping with exercise, and exercise alone without taping. Participants will undergo one of the three assigned interventions over six weeks. The Kinesio Taping group will receive taping applied to the patellofemoral joint along with the exercise program. The McConnell Taping group will have taping aimed at correcting patellar alignment combined with the same exercise program. The control group will perform the standardized hip-knee strengthening and neuromotor training exercises only, without any taping intervention. During the study, participants will be assessed at the start and after 6 weeks for muscle activation amplitude and timing in specific quadriceps muscles, pain intensity, functional knee pain, and dynamic knee valgus. Researchers will use surface electromyography measurements and pain scales to track changes. The trial includes randomization and double-blinding methods to ensure unbiased results. The total participation time covers the 6-week intervention period with evaluations at baseline and post-intervention.

Effects of Kinesio Taping Versus McConnell Taping on Clinical Outcomes in Patients With Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome.