Publications by authors named "Marcos Vinicius DA Silva Boitrago"
Effects of proprioceptive exercises and strengthening on pain and functionality for patellofemoral pain syndrome in women: A randomized controlled trial.
Marcos Vinicius da Silva Boitrago Nayara Nepomuceno de Mello Fabrício Reichert Barin Paulo Lobo Júnior José Humberto de Souza Borges
J Clin Orthop Trauma
July 2021
Article Synopsis
- This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of resisted and proprioceptive exercises in treating women with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) compared to a guidance-based approach.
- Sixty female participants were divided into an exercise group, which followed a six-week exercise regimen, and a guidance group that received educational support.
- Results showed that the exercise group experienced significant reductions in pain and improvements in knee strength and function, outperforming the guidance group, except for hip lateral rotator strength, which showed no significant differences.
Article Synopsis
- - The study aimed to profile muscle groups impacted by patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) to identify functional weaknesses around the knee.
- - Out of 63 female patients evaluated, significant strength losses were found in the hip abductors and quadriceps, along with reduced ankle dorsiflexion and internal rotation abilities compared to the other leg.
- - The results indicated increased dynamic valgus and pelvic drop, suggesting that deficits in specific muscle groups could contribute to knee pain in these patients.