June 5, 2026 · International journal of sports physical therapy · DOI: 10.26603/001c.162094

Association between Patellofemoral Conditions and the Incidence of ACL Injury: Could Patellofemoral Conditions be a Risk Factor for ACL Injury? A 10-year Population-Based Study

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This study investigates whether a prior diagnosis of patellofemoral conditions (PFC) is associated with an increased risk of subsequent anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries and other intra-articular knee pathologies. The findings reveal that individuals with PFC have a significantly higher incidence of ACL injuries compared to the general population, suggesting that PFC may serve as a risk factor for later knee injuries and highlighting the need for targeted rehabilitation and injury prevention strategies in this group.

Luke Bunch, Anthony T Drazick, Ghislain Aminake, Chloe Roy, Erin Biggs, Isabella Beltran, Jeremy M Burnham

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