The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to compare the effect of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) and muscle energy technique on iliotibial band tightness on pain, range of motion and functional mobility in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome.
• Age between 18 and 35 years
Both Genders.
Anterior or retro patellar knee pain for at least the past 3 months.
Knee pain during at least 3 of the following activities: ascending/descending stairs, squatting, hopping/ running, and prolonged sitting.
• Any meniscal or ligament tears of knee.
Knee osteoarthritis.
Any previous surgery of lower limb.
Patellar fracture or fracture of lower extremity.
Parallel
Graston technique+ Conventional PT
Other interventionIASTM technique (graston technique) on iliotibial band. Frequency 2 sessions of stroking with 20 seconds rest in between 3 times/week for 3 consecutive weeks Intensity as tolerated by patient. Conventional PT including 1- Therapeutic ultrasound at frequency of 3.5 MHZ for 10 minutes. 2- Stretching exercise of hamstrings. 3-Isometric exercises of Quadriceps
Muscle energy technique + Conventional PT
Other interventionMuscle energy technique (post facilitation stretch) on iliotibial band. Frequency 10 repetitions 3 times/week for 3 consecutive weeks Intensity starting from 50 percent resistance across barrier provided by physiotherapist.. Conventional PT including 1- Therapeutic ultrasound at frequency of 3.5 MHZ for 10 minutes. 2- Stretching exercise of hamstrings. 3-Isometric exercises of Quadriceps.
Visual analogue scale (VAS)
The VAS is a reliable, valid, responsive, and frequently used pain outcome measure. It consists of a bidirectional 10 cm straight line with two labels, that is, "no pain" and "worst possible pain", located at either end of the line. VAS consists of a bidirectional 10 cm straight line with two labels, that is, "no pain" and "worst possible pain", located at either end of the line. Patients are instructed to draw a vertical mark on the line indicating their pain level.
Goniometer
A goniometer is an instrument that measures the available range of motion at a joint.
Kujala questionnaire
The Kujala AKPS is a 13-item screening instrument designed to assess Patellofemoral pain in adolescents and young adults. The total score of the questionnaire is equal to 100, which shows the maximum function of the knee joint.
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