Effective Intervention Strategies for the Management of
Patellofemoral Pain (Recorded Webinar)
Presented by Michelle C. Boling
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Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is one of the most common causes of chronic knee pain among physically active individuals. Due to its multifactorial etiology, this condition can be difficult to effectively manage. Many individuals with PFP report recurrent or chronic symptoms even after receiving an intervention. Unsuccessful management of PFP may be due to a lack of understanding of the various factors contributing to the development of PFP and how to effectively intervene. This presentation will aid clinicians to more successfully manage patients with PFP by: 1) helping clinicians to understand factors that play a role in the development of PFP and, 2) providing evidence for interventions that lead to positive patient outcomes.
Meet your instructor
Michelle C. Boling
Michelle C. Boling, PhD, LAT, ATC, is an associate professor and director of the athletic training program at the University of North Florida. She joined the UNF faculty in 2008 after completing her doctoral degree in human movement science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-CH). She received her master’s…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Defining PFP
To effectively manage PFP, clinicians must first understand the diagnostic criteria for this condition, along with the parthomechanics that can lead to the development of PFP.
2. Classification Scheme for PFP
Factors such as decreased strength, faulty lower extremity biomechanics, and hypermobility at the foot may play a role in altered mechanics at the patellofemoral joint. Performing a detailed and thorough evaluation will allow for the clinician to determine which factors may play a role in exacerbating a patient’s symptoms.
3. Effective Intervention Strategies for PFP
Clinicians should develop an individualized intervention plan for each patient with PFP. Important components that should be considered in an intervention plan include: gluteal and quadriceps strengthening exercises, movement retraining, and patient education.
4. Question and Answer Session
This chapter is a viewer-submitted question and answer session facilitated by Michelle Boling.