Background: Patello-femoral pain syndrome is a very common complaint seen in adolescence and young adults characterized by pain around and behind the patella. There has been prevalence of trigger points in the quadriceps leading to disruption of the VMO/VL firing pattern due to muscle inhibition by pain. Current studies suggest the use of strengthening exercises for hip and knee not focusing on releasing the trigger points. Releasing these trigger points could give additional benefit to the patient and can also be employed along with other conventional therapies.Purpose of the study: To find out which treatment method gives faster results and works directly on the pain and function of the patient.Objectives: To assess the immediate effect of Dry Needling Vs Ultrasound on releasing Trigger points in Quadriceps in patients with Patello-femoral Pain Syndrome on pain and knee/lower extremity function.
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