Effect of the Infrapatellar Strap and Elastic Band Iin Athletes With Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PPS) is common in athletes, especially when performing jumps. To reduce pain and improve functionality, orthoses such as the infrapatellar strip (IPS) and functional bandage (FB) are indicated, but their effects are controversial. The objective is to evaluate the effect of IPS and FB on lower limb pain, agility, balance and strength in athletes with PPS. Will be evaluated 25 athletes with PPS (10 women and 15 men), who will answer the sample characterization questionnaires, pain scale and performed the Side Hope Test (SHT), modified star excursion balance test (SEBTm) and Sit to Stand 30 in seconds (STS30 ") to analyze lower limb agility, balance and strength, respectively. Three repetitions of each functional test will be performed, with an interval of one minute between repetitions and tests. Still, the tests will be developed with IPS, with FB and without any orthosis, with previously randomized sequence. Expected to establish the effects of IPS and FB for athletes with PPS.