File name: Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Physical Therapy Exercises Pdf

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Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Physical Therapy Exercises Pdf

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Start exercise with band behind slightly bent involved knee. Weight equally distributed between both feet with hip and knee aligned with second toe. Push through heel, tighten the . Physical therapy is often recommended for treatment of pain and dysfunction associated with patellofemoral syndrome and chondromalacia of the patella. The physical therapist will . For patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), the quadriceps and hamstring stretches, quadriceps isometrics, straight leg raise, quadriceps wall slide, steps, iliotibial band stretches, and side . confirmed the diagnosis of patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). This booklet contains exercise to stretch tight structures and strengthen weak muscles. Your physiotherapist will have selected exercises from this leaflet that are appropriate for you. Please only do the exercises indicated by your physiotherapist. Perform 2 sets of 10 repetitions on each leg once a day. Place an exercise band around your thighs above your knees. Keep your pelvis level as you lift your hips/pelvis and buttocks into the air. Pause, return back down to the ground. Don’t let your pelvis wobble as you move up and down. Hold your knees inches apart. Start exercise with band behind slightly bent involved knee. Weight equally distributed between both feet with hip and knee aligned with second toe. Push through heel, tighten the quadriceps, and straighten the knee. Hold the contraction for 5 sec and slowly return to the starting position.