Signs of Nervous System Sensitization in Female Runners with Chronic Patellofemoral Pain
# Background Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is a common overuse injury among runners, affecting females at a higher rate than males. PFP can often become chronic, with evidence suggesting it may be linked to both peripheral and central sensitization of the nervous system. Sensitization of the nervous sy...
Main Authors: | Brian J. Eckenrode, David M. Kietrys, Allison Brown, J. Scott Parrott, Brian Noehren |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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North American Sports Medicine Institute
2023-02-01
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Series: | International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.26603/001c.57603 |
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