Learning Objectives:

1. discuss the findings of a research study about the relationship between fear avoidance beliefs and self-reported function in individuals with patellofemoral pain. 2. describe the literature in the area of patellofemoral pain as it pertains to fear avoidance belief. 3. summarize the literature how rehabilitation interventions influence psychological factors in individuals with patellofemoral pain.

Keywords: anterior knee pain; rehabilitation, psychological