TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Rehabilitation of the Patellofemoral Joint A1 - Hunter-Giordano, Airelle O. A2 - Higgins, Michael Y1 - 2011 N1 - T2 - Therapeutic Exercise: From Theory to Practice AB - LEARNING OBJECTIVESUpon completion of this chapter the student should be able to demonstrate the following competencies and proficiencies concerning the patellofemoral joint (PFJ):Have a basic knowledge and understanding of the anatomyUnderstand normal arthrokinematics and osteokinematicsUnderstand normal biomechanics of the PFJRecognize pathomechanics and its relation to dysfunction at the PFJHave a general understanding of common PFJ disordersHave a common understanding of surgical procedures used to address PFJ disordersDesign a rehabilitation plan with the understanding of surgical precautionsImplement a rehabilitation plan including proper stretching, strengthening, proprioception, and exercise technique in accordance with principles of basic exercisePerform manual treatment techniques including basic stretching, joint mobilization, and soft tissue mobilizationDemonstrate and educate the patient on a comprehensive home exercise programUtilize adjunct treatment interventions such as pain control modalities, bracing, taping, neuromuscular electrical stimulation, and orthotic prescription SN - PB - F. A. Davis Company CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/03/28 UR - fadavisat.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1163429521 ER -