Michael Braccio

Can Adductor Strengthening Help Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome?

The traditional patellofemoral pain treatment follows a rigid script: weak glutes lead to dynamic knee valgus, causing increased compression and pain. Naturally, the treatment has hammered the glute medius for decades as the "cure". If that biomechanical model is true, then strengthening the adductors (the very muscles that pull the knee into valgus) should make things worse... right? Surprisingly, a recent research article found that adductor-focused programs produced nearly identical outcomes in pain and function compared to glute programs. The takeaway? It’s likely not about "fixing" a specific muscle imbalance, but providing a progressive loading stimulus to the joint. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:35 Cause of Patellofemoral Pain 1:05 Research Study Results 1:59 What About Knee Valgus 2:24 How to Approach Treatment ------------------- 🛑 DON'T FORGET CLICK SUBSCRIBE! 🛑 ------------------- Follow me on social and say hello! 👋 ➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelbraccio/ ➡️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelbraccio?lang=en ------------------- Who am I? 🤔 I'm a chiropractor interested in rehabilitation, tendinopathy, and chronic pain. I graduated from the University of Washington with a Bachelor's in Science and from Palmer Chiropractic College West with a Doctorate in Chiropractic. ------------------- 🚨Disclaimer: 🚨 The videos on this channel are for informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice; the content is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have watched on this channel.