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ArticleJMIR research protocols2024

Effectiveness of Self-Management Programs Among Athletes With Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: Protocol for a Systematic Review.

Ameen Masoudi, Nomzamo Chemane, Ushotanefe Useh, Bashir Bello, Nontembiso Magida

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Article in JMIR research protocols, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to trial NCT07329517 (Comparative Effects of Resistance Training and Neuromuscular Training on Power, Knee Function and Dynamic Balance in Runners With Patellofemoral Syndrome), which is not on this map. Cited by 1 paper.

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Comparative Effects of Resistance Training and Neuromuscular Training on Power, Knee Function and Dynamic Balance in Runners With Patellofemoral Syndrome

TypeinterventionalSponsorRiphah International UniversityRan2024 to 2025Enrolled38ConditionsPatellofemoral Pain SyndromeArmsResistance training, Neuromuscular Training
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5 authors.

Ameen Masoudi *Physiotherapy Department, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa.ORCID 0009-0002-0076-1291
Nomzamo Chemane *Physiotherapy Department, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa.ORCID 0000-0001-6877-2339
Ushotanefe Useh *Lifestyle Diseases Research Entity, Faculty of Health Sciences, North West University, Mafikeng, South Africa.ORCID 0000-0002-5075-7138
Bashir Bello *Lifestyle Diseases Research Entity, Faculty of Health Sciences, North West University, Mafikeng, South Africa.ORCID 0000-0001-9565-9147
Nontembiso Magida *Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Healthcare Sciences, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa.ORCID 0000-0003-1601-6907

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundPatellofemoral pain syndrome is a highly prevalent overuse knee injury in athletic populations associated with pain and functional limitations, exacerbated by activities such as running, pivoting, cycling, and jumping. Self-management programs empowering athletes to take an active role in controlling their symptoms for chronic musculoskeletal conditions such as patellofemoral pain syndrome have grown in popularity. However, the efficacy of self-management programs specifically for athletes with patellofemoral pain syndrome is unclear due to limited and heterogeneous evidence.

objectiveThe systematic review study will evaluate the effectiveness of self-management programs on pain and function, in athletes with patellofemoral pain syndrome.

methodsPubMed/MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, CINAHL (Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature), and PsycINFO databases will be systematically searched using terms related to "patellofemoral pain syndrome," "self-management," and "athletes." Interventional studies that are randomized and nonrandomized controlled trials will be included, comparing self-management programs to other treatments or control conditions among athletes with patellofemoral pain syndrome. Four reviewers will independently screen studies, extract data using the COVIDENCE software, and assess the quality of the study and evidence using the Pedro scale of risk of bias tool and GRADE approach, respectively. If feasible, a meta-analysis will be performed using the RevMan (version 5.4; the Cochrane Collaboration).

resultsThe systematic review is currently in the search phase, with the authors refining search strings for the selected databases. The final search strings are expected to be ready by March 2024, and the review is projected to be completed by July 2024.

conclusionsThis systematic review protocol outlines a rigorous methodology for evaluating the effectiveness of self-management programs among athletes with patellofemoral pain syndrome. The findings will inform clinical practice and guide the development of tailored interventions to optimize outcomes for athletes with patellofemoral pain syndrome.

trial registrationPROSPERO CRD42023492746; https://tinyurl.com/c5jze9ca. INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT IDENTIFIER (IRRID): PRR1-10.2196/58340.

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AthletesPatellofemoral Pain SyndromeSelf-ManagementHumansSystematic Reviews as Topicathleteschronic painpain managementpatellofemoral pain syndromeself-managementsystematic review

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PMCPMC11568400

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