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Effects of Isometric, Isotonic, and Eccentric VMO Exercises in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (VMO-PFPS)

2026年5月7日 更新者：Muharrem Gökhan Beydağı、Firat University

Comparison of the Effects of Isometric, Isotonic, and Eccentric Vastus Medialis Oblique Strengthening Exercises Applied in Terminal Knee Extension Range on Pain, Function, and Muscle Architecture in Individuals With Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a common musculoskeletal condition characterized by anterior knee pain, especially during activities such as stair climbing, squatting, running, and prolonged sitting. Weakness or delayed activation of the vastus medialis oblique (VMO) muscle is considered an important contributing factor in the development of PFPS.

This study aims to compare the effects of three different types of VMO strengthening exercises (isometric, isotonic, and eccentric) applied within the terminal knee extension range (0-30°) on pain, functional performance, and muscle architecture in individuals with PFPS.

Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three exercise groups. All participants will receive a standardized physiotherapy program, including heat therapy, TENS, and therapeutic ultrasound, followed by group-specific VMO strengthening exercises. The intervention will be performed three times per week for 8 weeks.

Outcomes will be assessed before and after the intervention and will include pain intensity (Visual Analog Scale), functional performance (WOMAC, 30-second sit-to-stand test, and stair test), and muscle architecture parameters measured by ultrasound imaging.

The results of this study are expected to provide evidence for optimizing rehabilitation strategies in individuals with PFPS.

研究概览

地位

尚未招聘

条件

干预/治疗

详细说明

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a prevalent condition affecting physically active individuals and is associated with anterior knee pain during functional activities. Alterations in patellofemoral joint biomechanics, particularly related to quadriceps muscle imbalance and insufficient activation of the vastus medialis oblique (VMO), are considered key contributing factors.

Although VMO strengthening is widely used in clinical practice, there is limited evidence comparing the effects of different contraction types-specifically isometric, isotonic, and eccentric exercises-applied within the terminal knee extension range (0-30°), where patellofemoral joint stress and stabilization demands are highest.

This study is designed as a three-arm, parallel-group, randomized controlled trial to investigate the comparative effects of these exercise modalities on pain, functional outcomes, and muscle architecture. The intervention period will last 8 weeks, with sessions conducted three times per week.

A total of 90 participants aged 18-40 years with clinically diagnosed PFPS will be recruited and randomly allocated into three groups: isometric, isotonic, and eccentric exercise groups. All participants will receive a standardized physiotherapy protocol including superficial heat application, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), and therapeutic ultrasound prior to exercise.

Primary outcomes will include pain intensity assessed by the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and functional status evaluated using the WOMAC index, 30-second sit-to-stand test, and stair ascent/descent test. Secondary outcomes will include ultrasonographic assessment of muscle architecture, including muscle thickness, fascicle length, pennation angle, and physiological cross-sectional area of the VMO muscle. Additionally, selected hip muscles (adductor group and tensor fascia lata) will be evaluated.

Assessments will be performed at baseline (T0) and after the 8-week intervention (T1) by a blinded assessor. Randomization will be conducted using a computer-generated sequence with allocation concealment.

Statistical analyses will include repeated measures analysis to evaluate within-group and between-group differences, with significance set at p < 0.05.

The findings of this study are expected to contribute to evidence-based rehabilitation by identifying the most effective type of VMO strengthening exercise for improving clinical outcomes and muscle structure in individuals with PFPS.

研究类型

介入性

注册 (估计的)

90

阶段

  • 不适用

联系人和位置

本节提供了进行研究的人员的详细联系信息，以及有关进行该研究的地点的信息。

学习联系方式

学习地点

  • 土耳其（türkiye）
    • MErkez
      • Elâzığ、MErkez、土耳其（türkiye）、23200
        • Firat University
        • 接触：
        • 首席研究员：
          • Muhammet Şahin Elbastı, PhD

参与标准

研究人员寻找符合特定描述的人，称为资格标准。这些标准的一些例子是一个人的一般健康状况或先前的治疗。

资格标准

适合学习的年龄

  • 成人

接受健康志愿者

不

描述

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Aged between 18 and 40 years
  • Clinically diagnosed with patellofemoral pain syndrome
  • Presence of anterior knee pain for at least 3 months
  • Pain during activities such as stair climbing, squatting, running, or prolonged sitting
  • Pain intensity of at least 3/10 on the Visual Analog Scale (VAS)
  • Willingness to participate and provide written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

  • History of knee trauma or surgery
  • Meniscal injury, ligament injury, or knee instability
  • Advanced osteoarthritis
  • Neurological disorders
  • Rheumatologic diseases
  • Participation in a structured knee rehabilitation program within the last 6 months
  • Pregnancy

学习计划

本节提供研究计划的详细信息，包括研究的设计方式和研究的衡量标准。

研究是如何设计的？

设计细节

  • 主要用途：治疗
  • 分配：随机化
  • 介入模型：并行分配
  • 屏蔽：单身的

武器和干预

参与者组/臂
干预/治疗
实验性的：Isometric Exercise Group
Participants in this group will receive a standardized physiotherapy program (hot pack, TENS, and therapeutic ultrasound) followed by isometric VMO strengthening exercises performed in the terminal knee extension range (0-30°). Exercises will be performed 3 sets of 10 repetitions, with 10-second contractions, three times per week for 8 weeks.
其他：Isometric VMO Exercise
Isometric contractions of the vastus medialis oblique muscle will be performed with the knee supported at approximately 15° flexion, emphasizing maximal voluntary contraction without joint movement.
其他名称：
  • Experimental: Isometric Exercise Group
实验性的：Isotonic Exercise Group
Participants will receive the same standardized physiotherapy program followed by isotonic (concentric and eccentric) VMO strengthening exercises performed within the 0-30° knee extension range using external resistance. Exercises will be performed 3 sets of 10-15 repetitions, three times per week for 8 weeks.
其他：Isotonic VMO Exercise
Participants will perform controlled concentric and eccentric contractions using ankle weights through a limited range of motion (0-30° knee extension).
实验性的：Eccentric Exercise Group
Participants will receive the same standardized physiotherapy program followed by eccentric VMO strengthening exercises performed within the 0-30° knee extension range. Exercises will be performed 3 sets of 10-15 repetitions, three times per week for 8 weeks.
其他：Eccentric VMO Exercise
Participants will perform eccentric contractions against resistance during knee flexion, with assisted concentric return to the starting position.

研究衡量的是什么？

主要结果指标

结果测量
措施说明
大体时间
VMO Muscle Architecture (Ultrasound)
大体时间：Baseline and Week 8
Muscle thickness, fascicle length, pennation angle, and physiological cross-sectional area of the vastus medialis oblique muscle will be assessed using ultrasound imaging.
Baseline and Week 8

次要结果测量

结果测量
措施说明
大体时间
Pain Intensity (Visual Analog Scale, VAS)
大体时间：Baseline and Week 8
Pain intensity will be assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), a 10-cm scale ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst imaginable pain). Higher scores indicate greater pain intensity.
Baseline and Week 8
Functional Status (WOMAC Index)
大体时间：Baseline and Week 8
Functional status will be evaluated using the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC), including pain, stiffness, and physical function subscales. Higher scores indicate worse functional status.
Baseline and Week 8
30-Second Sit-to-Stand Test
大体时间：Baseline and Week 8
The number of repetitions completed in 30 seconds will be recorded to assess lower extremity functional strength.
Baseline and Week 8
Stair Ascent and Descent Test
大体时间：Baseline and Week 8
Time required to ascend and descend a standardized 9-step staircase will be recorded in seconds.
Baseline and Week 8
Hip Muscle Architecture (Ultrasound)
大体时间：Baseline and Week 8
Muscle architecture parameters of the hip muscles (adductors and tensor fascia lata) will be evaluated using ultrasound imaging.
Baseline and Week 8

合作者和调查者

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赞助

Firat University

研究记录日期

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研究主要日期

学习开始 (估计的)

2026年5月20日

初级完成 (估计的)

2026年6月20日

研究完成 (估计的)

2026年8月1日

研究注册日期

首次提交

2026年4月27日

首先提交符合 QC 标准的

2026年4月27日

首次发布 (实际的)

2026年5月1日

研究记录更新

最后更新发布 (实际的)

2026年5月12日

上次提交的符合 QC 标准的更新

2026年5月7日

最后验证

2026年5月1日

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其他研究编号

  • FU_MGBeydagi_PFAS_B_2026/05

计划个人参与者数据 (IPD)

计划共享个人参与者数据 (IPD)？

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研究美国 FDA 监管的药品

不

研究美国 FDA 监管的设备产品

不

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