The Effectiveness Of Kaltenborn Mobilization Versus Maitland Mobilization On Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome An Experimental Study

Abstract

Background of the study: Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a common musculoskeletal disorder affecting the knee, often causing significant discomfort and functional limitations. Manual therapy techniques, including joint mobilization, have shown promise in managing PFPS symptoms. Kaltenborn and Maitland mobilization are two widely used approaches in physical therapy, each with its unique principles and application methods. Comparing the effectiveness of these techniques specifically for PFPS can provide valuable insights for clinicians in selecting optimal treatment strategies.

Aim:To compare the effectiveness of Kaltenborn Mobilization verus  Maitland Mobilization on patellofemoral pain syndrome.

Materials and Method: 40 patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome were randomly divided in two groups. Group A (n=20) participants were treated with Maitland mobilisation. Group B (n=20) participants were treated with Kaltenborn mobilization. Three sessions were given in a week for four weeks . Materials used was universal goniometer , numeric pain rating scale , lysholm knee scoring scale.

Result : comparison of Maitland mobilisation versus Kaltenborn mobilisation in patellofemoral syndrome for 3 days in a week for 4 weeks using paired “t” test shows to be  significant in improvement in Kaltenborn mobilisation.

Conclusion: The study shows that Kaltenborn mobilization appears to be more effective than Maitland mobilization for treating patellofemoral pain syndrome.