Runner’s Knee Treatment Eastwood
SA Running Injury Clinic treat Runner's Knee patients from Eastwood and the surrounding areas.
What is Runner's Knee?
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Chondromalacia Patella
- Are you noticing knee discomfort when you run or play sport?
- Do your knees feel sore when walking up or down stairs?
- Do your knees ache when sitting with them bent for long periods?
Runner’s Knee, medically known as Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Chondromalacia Patella, is a common knee presentation among runners and active people. The patella, or kneecap, is a flat triangular bone positioned at the front of the knee.
Runner’s Knee is commonly associated with altered kneecap tracking, which may place additional stress on surrounding knee structures including the thigh and shin bone.
This altered movement pattern and associated irritation may be influenced by:
- Reduced strength in the inner thigh, hip, and gluteal muscles
- 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 Eastwood
Runner’s Knee may affect training consistency and activity levels for some runners and active individuals. Symptoms can become persistent over time, particularly during running and sport. Some people notice pain building around the front of the knee as activity continues. Early assessment may assist with identifying contributing factors and management options.
At SA Running Injury Clinic we have a 7 part program:
- Management techniques including stretching, massage, and dry needling for muscle tightness
- Strength and conditioning exercises for muscles requiring additional support
- Review of any history of lower back or pelvic concerns
- Custom orthotic therapy guided by assessment of foot biomechanics and movement patterns
- Footwear advice tailored to your foot mechanics and activity levels
- Assessment and retraining of walking and running mechanics
- Modification of your running and exercise program where appropriate
Supportive care and management for Runner’s Knee
To arrange an appointment near Eastwood for non-surgical treatment options for runner's knee care in Adelaide, contact SA Running Injury Clinic online or by phone. Please note we have two clinics.
Patients regularly visit us from various suburbs including Walkerville, Unley, Prospect, St Peters, Brompton, Thebarton, Mile End, Fullarton, Myrtle Bank, Highgate, Glenunga, Parkside, Norwood, Burnside and Glenside.