Effects of McConnell Taping on Function and Dynamic Postural Control in Athletes with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

Abstract   Background: Patellofemoral pain syndrome represented by anterior knee pain is the most common condition experienced by individuals suffering from knee pathology. Pain behind the kneecap or around the kneecap is the main characteristic, can occur due to the stress on joint structures, commonly affecting athletes and females. It mostly occurs during ascending and descending stairs and remains in a sitting position for a prolonged duration. Objective: To determine the effects of McConnell taping on function and dynamic postural control in athletes with patellofemoral pain syndrome. Methods: This quasi-experimental study consisted of 38 participants with ages ranging from 18 to 40 years presenting with anterior knee pain. Data was collected from the Spine Physiotherapy clinic, Sahiwal. About 28 patients were treated with McConnell taping along with conventional physical therapy. Star excursion balance test and lower extremity functional test scale were used to assess functional and dynamic postural control before treatment and after 24 hours of treatment. Results: The outcomes revealed that there was a statistically significant difference within the group. The p-value was found significant (p<0.001) for both variables. Conclusion: This study concluded that McConnell taping was effective for treating patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome for functional and dynamic postural control. *Corresponding Author: Naeem Aslam, King Edward Medical University, Lahore, Pakistan; Email: naeemaslam693@gmail.com Citation: Aslam N., A. Razzaq, S. Iftikhar.  2021. Effects of McConnell taping on function and dynamic postural control in athletes with patellofemoral pain syndrome. The Healer Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, 1(1):9-14.  Keywords:  anterior knee pain; McConnell taping; patellofemoral pain syndrome