Functional Rehabilitation for managing PFPS

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Movement Assessment: A comprehensive movement assessment is conducted to identify any dysfunctions or movement imbalances that may contribute to PFPS. This assessment helps determine which areas of the body need to be targeted during rehabilitation.

Muscle Imbalance Correction: Functional rehabilitation aims to address muscle imbalances that may be present around the knee joint. By focusing on strengthening weak muscles and releasing tension in overactive muscles, a more balanced muscle function can be restored, reducing stress on the patellofemoral joint.

Biomechanical Correction: Functional rehabilitation identifies and corrects any biomechanical issues that may be contributing to PFPS. This may involve addressing movement compensations, improving alignment, and enhancing movement patterns to reduce excessive stress on the knee joint.

Progressive Exercise Program: A tailored exercise program is designed to gradually and progressively improve strength, flexibility, and stability of the entire kinetic chain. This includes exercises targeting the hips, core, and lower extremities to enhance overall movement quality and reduce the risk of knee pain.

Functional Training: Functional rehabilitation focuses on integrating the improved movement patterns and strength into functional activities relevant to the individual's daily life or specific sports. This helps ensure a smooth transition from rehabilitation to the activities that caused the initial knee pain.

Patient Education: Educating patients about PFPS, its causes, and self-management strategies is an essential aspect of functional rehabilitation. Patients are empowered to understand their condition, make appropriate modifications to their activities, and engage in proactive self-care practices to prevent future recurrences.