Assessing Impact of Myofascial Release Versus Dry Needling for Chondromalacia in Adult Females

dry needles Administered to patients in Group 1 as part of their treatment regimen( 2 days per week).

"Myofascial Release: Provided to patients in Group 2 along with traditional treatment( 2 days per week).~Evaluation of fascial restriction was assessed using the therapists elbow. Any restrictions felt were assessed and given treatment.Myofascial chain release- Position of the patient- Supine lying, prone lying and side lying Position of the therapist- Side of the patient limb to be treated~\- Technique-Using the therapist elbow a vertical release proximal to the attachment of the muscle belly or fascia was applied. Once an end-feel was reached a slow stroke down the length of the target tissue was performed along with monitoring the indirect feedback and tissue tension to identify any additional restrictions. The long stroke was repeated in a line parallel to the first stroke. It was continued until an end-feel is reached throughout the entire muscle belly or fascia on the most restricted/ painful points."

comprising straight leg raising and isometric quadriceps exercises (2 days per week).