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IRCT20260606069658N1 IRCT 2026-08-01 The University of Arak The effect of neuromuscular training and core stability on patellofemoral pain syndrome A comparison of the effects of six weeks of neuromuscular training and core stability training on dynamic balance, functional movement, and knee joint proprioception in young taekwondo athletes with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) 2026-08-22 anticipated 36 Complete https://irct.ir/trial/90762 interventional Randomization: Randomized, Blinding: Not blinded, Placebo: Not used, Assignment: Parallel, Purpose: Education/Guidance, Randomization description: Block randomization will be used, with the individual participant as the unit of randomization. The random allocation sequence will be generated using a random number table, and following baseline assessments, participants will be assigned to one of three groups: the neuromuscular training group, the core stability training group, or the control group (no intervention or routine training). Allocation concealment will be ensured using sequentially numbered, opaque, sealed envelopes. Outcome assessors will be blinded to group allocation. N/A Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome. Intervention 1: Intervention group 1: Neuromuscular Training ،Participants in this group will perform a neuromuscular training program for 6 weeks, 3 sessions per week. Each session will last approximately 45–60 minutes and will include warm-up exercises, balance training, neuromuscular control exercises, proprioceptive exercises, lower-extremity functional exercises, and cool-down. All sessions will be supervised by the researcher. Intervention 2: Intervention group 2: Core Stability Training،Participants in this group will perform a core stability training program for 6 weeks, 3 sessions per week. Each session will last approximately 45–60 minutes and will include warm-up exercises, core muscle strengthening exercises, trunk control exercises, balance exercises, and cool-down. All sessions will be supervised by the researcher. Intervention 3: Control group: Participants in the control group will not receive either of the study interventions during the 6-week study period and will continue their routine taekwondo training. After completion of the study, the training program will be made available to them if requested. Undecided - It is not yet known if there will be a plan to make this available Justification or reason for indecision in sharing IPD is No further information is available
public Matin Zohrei
Basij square,Sardasht Blvd,University of arak
Arak Iran (Islamic Republic of) ۳۸۱۸۱۷۵۸۴۶ +98 86 3262 0000 m.zohrei.03@msc.araku.ac.ir The university of arak scientific Matin Zohrei
University of Arak, Sardasht Boulevard, Basij Square
Arak Iran (Islamic Republic of) ۳۸۱۸۱۷۵۸۴۶ +98 86 3262 0000 m.zohrei.03@msc.araku.ac.ir The university of arak Iran (Islamic Republic of) Presence of anterior knee pain during at least two daily or sports-related activities (e.g., squatting, running, stair climbing, or prolonged sitting). Diagnosis of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) by a physiotherapist or sports medicine specialist. Regular participation in taekwondo training sessions at least three times per week 18 years 25 years Male History of severe knee injury (e.g., ligament injury, meniscal injury, or fracture) within the previous six months History of lower-extremity surgery M22.2 Patellofemoral disorders Rehabilitation Rehabilitation N/A Intervention group 1: Neuromuscular Training ،Participants in this group will perform a neuromuscular training program for 6 weeks, 3 sessions per week. Each session will last approximately 45–60 minutes and will include warm-up exercises, balance training, neuromuscular control exercises, proprioceptive exercises, lower-extremity functional exercises, and cool-down. All sessions will be supervised by the researcher Intervention group 2: Core Stability Training،Participants in this group will perform a core stability training program for 6 weeks, 3 sessions per week. Each session will last approximately 45–60 minutes and will include warm-up exercises, core muscle strengthening exercises, trunk control exercises, balance exercises, and cool-down. All sessions will be supervised by the researcher Control group: Participants in the control group will not receive either of the study interventions during the 6-week study period and will continue their routine taekwondo training. After completion of the study, the training program will be made available to them if requested Dynamic Balance:. Timepoint: Baseline (before the intervention) and after 6 weeks of intervention. Method of measurement: Dynamic balance will be assessed using the Y Balance Test (YBT). Functional Movement. Timepoint: Baseline (before the intervention) and after 6 weeks of intervention. Method of measurement: using the Single-Leg Squat Test (SLST) and the Single-Leg Hop Test (SLH. Knee Joint Proprioception. Timepoint: Baseline (before the intervention) and after 6 weeks of intervention. Method of measurement: Knee joint proprioception will be assessed using the Joint Position Reproduction Test (JPRT). The University of Arak Approved 2026-03-16 Ethics Committee of Arak University Sardasht Boulevard, Basij Square Arak Markazi Iran (Islamic Republic of)