Knee Pain
The knee is one of the most commonly injured joints in sport and everyday activity. If yours has been stopping you from doing what you want to do, here's what you need to know.
The knee is one of the most commonly injured joints in sport and everyday activity. If yours has been stopping you from doing what you want to do, here's what you need to know.
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Patellofemoral pain is felt around or behind the kneecap and is typically aggravated by running, stairs, squatting, jumping or sitting with the knee bent for a prolonged period. Contributing factors differ between individuals and can include a rapid change in training, reduced quadriceps or hip capacity, movement strategy and sensitivity of the joint. Best-practice treatment combines clear education and load management with progressive knee- and hip-targeted exercise. Patellar taping, foot orthoses or running retraining can be useful for selected patients. Return to sport should be gradual and guided by symptoms and recovery of function. This information is educational and does not replace an individual medical assessment.
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Patellofemoral pain is felt around or behind the kneecap and is typically aggravated by running, stairs, squatting, jumping or sitting with the knee bent for a prolonged period. Contributing factors differ between individuals and can include a rapid change in training, reduced quadriceps or hip capacity, movement strategy and sensitivity of the joint. Best-practice treatment combines clear education and load management with progressive knee- and hip-targeted exercise. Patellar taping, foot orthoses or running retraining can be useful for selected patients. Return to sport should be gradual and guided by symptoms and recovery of function. This information is educational and does not replace an individual medical assessment.