There are studies that show that a hip focused exercise program helps for PFP; there are others that show that a knee focused exercise program also works. Is one better than the other? What about just doing ANY kind of exercise? This study takes a look at answering those questions...kind of.

Effectiveness of Isolated Hip Exercise, Knee Exercise, or Free Physical Activity for Patellofemoral Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Hott A, Brox JI, Pripp AH, Juel NG, Paulsen G, Liavaag S. Am J Sports Med. 2019 Apr 8:363546519830644. doi: 10.1177/0363546519830644. [Epub ahead of print]

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