Last reviewed · How we verify
NCT06875804
Compressive Myofascial Release of the Vastus Lateralis on Lateral Patellar Tracking in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
NA trial testing baseline physical therapy treatment in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome in 24 participants. Currently enrolling.
2 September 2025
Quick facts
| Lead sponsor | Riphah International University |
|---|---|
| Phase | NA |
| Status | Recruiting now |
| Study type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Allocation | randomized |
| Design | parallel |
| Masking | single |
| Primary purpose | treatment |
| Enrollment | 24 |
| Start date | 2 January 2025 |
| Primary completion | 2 September 2025 |
| Estimated completion | 15 September 2025 |
| Sites | 1 location across Pakistan |
Drugs / interventions tested
- baseline physical therapy treatment
- Compressive myofascial release of vastus lateralis.
Conditions studied
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome — all drugs for Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome →
Sponsor
Riphah International University
Who can join
Adults 20 to 40, any sex, with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome. Patients with the condition only — healthy volunteers not accepted.
Sponsor's own description
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome is a prevalent condition characterized by anterior knee pain, often exacerbated by activities such as squatting, running, and stair climbing. This condition is frequently associated with improper patellar tracking, particularly lateral displacement, which can be influenced by various factors including muscular imbalances and tightness. The vastus lateralis muscle, part of the quadriceps group, is often implicated in contributing to lateral patellar tracking due to its attachment and alignment. Compressive myofascial release (CMFR) is a therapeutic technique aimed at reducing muscle tightness and restoring optimal muscle function. This study will explore the effects compressive myofascial release on the vastus lateralis in improving patellar tracking in patients diagnosed with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome.The methodology of this study involves a randomized controlled trial with a sample of patients diagnosed with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome. Non-probability convenience sampling technique will be used and participants will be recruited in groups after randomization. Participants(n=26) will be divided into two groups: the intervention group (n=13) receiving compressive myofascial release on the vastus lateralis, and a control group receiving(n=13) a routine treatment. The intervention will be administered over a period of four weeks, with sessions occurring three times weekly. Patellar tracking will be assessed using q-angle analysis both pre- and post-intervention. Additionally, subjective measures of pain and functional ability will be evaluated using the Numeric pain rating scale (NPRS) and the Kujala Patellofemoral Score. Data analysis will focus on comparing the changes in lateral patellar displacement and patient-reported outcomes between the two groups to determine the efficacy of compressive myofascial release in correcting lateral patellar tracking and alleviating symptoms of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome. SPSS version 25 will be used for data analysis
Publications & conference data
No peer-reviewed publications indexed yet for this trial.
Verify or expand the search:
- PubMed search for NCT06875804
- Europe PMC full search
- ASCO Meeting Library
- ESMO Meeting Library
- bioRxiv preprints
- medRxiv preprints
- Google Scholar
Related trials
Other trials of baseline physical therapy treatment
Trials testing the same drug.
- NCT04674891 — Cervical Stabilization Exercises on Respiratory Strength in Chronic Neck Pain · NA · completed
Other recruiting trials for Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Currently open trials in the same condition.
- NCT07318987 — EFFECT OF SAPHENOUS NERVE RELEASE ON PATIENTS WITH PATELLOFEMORAL PAIN SYNDROME · NA · recruiting
- NCT06913426 — Effects of Pelvic Tilt Exercises Along With Hip and Knee Focused Exercises on Patients With Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome · NA · active not recruiting
- NCT06598618 — Comparison of IASTM and Muscle Energy Technique in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome. · NA · recruiting
- NCT06566950 — BFR Training on Muscle Morphology · NA · recruiting
- NCT06758050 — Effect of Core Exercises on Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome · NA · recruiting
Other Riphah International University trials
Trials by the same sponsor.
- NCT07579585 — Effects of Photobiomodulation in Hemophilia Patients. · NA · recruiting
- NCT07504276 — Tele-Rehabilitation vs Conventional Rehabilitation for Cognitive Improvement in Stroke Survivors. · NA · recruiting
- NCT07484477 — Sedentary Behavior Modification, Cardiopulmonary Function & QOL Post Cardiac Surgery Patients. · NA · not yet recruiting
- NCT07438587 — Comparative Effects of Cadence Training vs Elliptical Training in Cricketers · NA · not yet recruiting
- NCT07484399 — Comparing Effects of HIIT and MICT on Functional Mobility, Muscle Strength, and Quality of Life in Diabetic Patients · NA · not yet recruiting
Verify against primary sources
- ClinicalTrials.gov — authoritative US registry record
- WHO ICTRP — international registry index
- EU Clinical Trials Register
- Sponsor press releases (Google)
- Trial protocol + status: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT06875804 (US National Library of Medicine, public domain)
- Drug + disease cross-links: matched in real time against Drug Landscape's normalised drug + company + condition tables
- Sponsor: as reported to ClinicalTrials.gov by Riphah International University
- Last refreshed: 13 March 2025
Drug Landscape aggregates and links these public records for informational use only. Always verify against the primary source before clinical or regulatory decisions. Canonical URL: https://druglandscape.com/trial/NCT06875804.
Primary sources · FDA · ClinicalTrials.gov · EMA · SEC EDGAR · ChEMBL · Wikidata · full sourcing