The effects of progressive neuromuscular exercise program and taping on muscle strength and pain in patellofemoral pain. A randomized controlled blind study.

Purpose: To investigate the effects of corrective kinesio taping applied on patellofemoral and foot joint in addition to a progressive neuromuscular exercise program in women with Patellofemoral Pain (PFP) on knee pain and muscle strength.

Methods: Thirty females (20-45 years), diagnosed with unilateral PFP were randomly divided into two groups: the exercise ( = 15) and the exercise and taping ( = 15). Both groups performed three-stage progressive neuromuscular exercises for 12 weeks as home exercises.