Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome with Michael Skovdal Rathleff

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In this episode I talk to researcher and professor at the University of Aalborg, Michael Skovdal Rathleff. We talk about how to communicate the PFP diagnosis to patients, whether exercise therapy is effective for patellofemoral pain, principles of rehabilitation, and prognosis.
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https://www.generalpractice.aau.dk/research/Center-for-Musculoskeletal-Health/mangement-patellofemoral-pain
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