Runner’s Knee Treatment Brompton
SA Running Injury Clinic treat Runner's Knee patients from Brompton and the surrounding areas.
What is Runner's Knee?
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Chondromalacia Patella
- Do you feel knee pain while participating in sport or running activities?
- Are stairs uncomfortable because of knee pain?
- Does sitting for extended periods with bent knees cause aching?
Runner’s Knee, also known as Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Chondromalacia Patella, is a common running-related knee condition assessed at SA Running Injury Clinic. The patella, or kneecap, is a small triangular bone located at the front of the knee joint.
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome may involve altered movement of the kneecap within the knee joint, potentially contributing to irritation around the underlying joint surfaces.
Factors that may contribute to altered kneecap tracking and irritation around the knee include:
- Weakness in the hip, gluteal, and inner thigh muscle groups
- Restricted flexibility in the calf, hamstring, and outer thigh muscles
- Feet that roll inward excessively (pronation)
- Previous lower back or pelvic injuries
- Unsuitable or worn running footwear
- Running form that may place increased stress on the body
- Repeated stair climbing or hill-based activity
Treatment Options for Runner's Knee Pain Brompton
For some runners and active individuals, Runner’s Knee may interfere with training and sporting activity. Pain around the front of the knee can gradually increase during exercise or sport and may persist if symptoms are ongoing. Early assessment may help guide appropriate management strategies.
At SA Running Injury Clinic we have a 7 part program:
- Stretching, soft tissue massage, and dry needling to assist with muscle tightness
- Strength and conditioning exercises for muscles requiring additional support
- Evaluation of prior lower back and pelvic injuries
- Biomechanical assessment and custom orthotic options to support foot function and movement
- Guidance on footwear selection based on your movement patterns and activity needs
- Evaluation of gait and running movement patterns
- Tailored changes to your running and exercise routine
Runner’s Knee assessment and treatment options at SA Running Injury Clinic
SA Running Injury Clinic offers appointments near Brompton for non-surgical management options for runner's knee Adelaide, which can be booked online or over the phone across our two clinic locations.
We welcome patients from areas including Walkerville, Unley, Prospect, St Peters, Brompton, Thebarton, Mile End, Fullarton, Myrtle Bank, Highgate, Glenunga, Parkside, Norwood, Burnside and Glenside.