OBJECTIVES Describe the diagnoses and the time to recovery of running-related injuries in novice runners. DESIGN Prospective cohort study on injured runners. METHOD This paper is a secondary data analysis of a 933-person cohort study (DANO-RUN) aimed at characterizing risk factors for injury in novice runners. Among those sustaining running-related injuries, the types of injuries and time t...

PURPOSE To measure contact area of cartilage in the patellofemoral joint during weight bearing using an open MRI scanner. MATERIALS AND METHODS We developed an MR-compatible back support that allows three-dimensional imaging of the patellofemoral cartilage under physiologic weight-bearing conditions with negligible motion artifact in an open MRI scanner. To measure contact areas, we trained o...

recurrent dislocation of patella may occur in patients with ligament laxity. method of treatment in this condition is controversial but patellofemoral ligament reconstruction is the most accepted method. we present a patient with rubinstein-taybi syndrome and recurrent patellar dislocation who managed successfully by patellofemoral ligament reconstruction.

Background PFPS is a common knee-flexion-induced pain among young people who attend physiotherapy. Significant This study focused on PT management PFPS. Methods The papers were retrieved via an electronic search of year-round databases. McMaster Critical Review Form for Quantitative Research and the Cochrane (EPOC) utilised quality risk assessments. Limitations Small evidence Blood flow restric...

STUDY DESIGN Qualitative, including consultation with international experts and patients. PURPOSE Develop a brief yet comprehensive evidence-based education leaflet to be used as an adjunct in the management of patellofemoral pain (PFP) through consultation with both experts (clinical academics) and individuals with PFP. BACKGROUND Appropriate patient education is an essential component of ...

Foot orthoses often are prescribed for patients with patellofemoral pain. The purpose of this clinical commentary is to review the theoretical and research basis that might support this intervention and to provide our own clinical experience in providing foot orthoses for these patients. Literature is reviewed regarding (1) the effects of foot orthoses on pain and function, (2) the relationship...