Background Running overuse injuries (ROIs) occur within a complex, partly injury-specific
interplay between training loads and extrinsic and intrinsic risk factors. Biomechanical risk …

Objectives To research and summarize the literature regarding the role of core stability as a
risk factor in the development of lower extremity injuries in an athletic population. Methods …

Patellofemoral pain affects physically active and sedentary individuals, accounting for 11–
17% of knee pain presentations to general practice 1 2 and 25–40% of all knee problems …

The aetiology of patellofemoral pain (PFP) is a complex interplay among various anatomical,
biomechanical, psychological, social and behavioural influences. Numerous factors …

Study Design Controlled laboratory study using a cross-sectional design. Objectives To
determine whether there are any differences between the sexes in trunk, pelvis, hip, and …

The patellofemoral joint is a joint that can be an area of concern for athletes of various sports
and ages. The joint is somewhat complex with multiple contact points and numerous tissues …

Background Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is the most common overuse injury in
runners. Recent research suggests that hip mechanics play a role in the development of this …

Background: Contemporary clinical expertise and emerging research in anterior knee pain
indicate that treatment of hip muscle function will result in greater effects, if such treatments …

Study Design Block randomized controlled trial. Objectives To investigate whether a
strengthening and movement education program, targeting the hip abductors and hip …

This review systematically summarises factors associated with patellofemoral pain
syndrome (PFPS). A systematic literature search was conducted. Studies including≥ 20 …