• SA Running Injury Clinic (North)

    62 Melbourne Street North Adelaide 5006
    Phone: 08 8239 1022

    SA Running Injury Clinic (South)

    233 Fullarton Road Eastwood 5063
    Phone: 08 8357 0700

Runner’s Knee Treatment Glenside

SA Running Injury Clinic treat Runner's Knee patients from Glenside and the surrounding areas.

What is Runner's Knee? 

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Chondromalacia PatellaRunners Knee Glenside

  • Are you noticing knee discomfort when you run or play sport?
  • Does going up or down stairs aggravate your knee pain? 
  • Do your knees become sore when seated with your legs bent? 

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.

Runner’s Knee may involve irritation around the kneecap associated with altered movement patterns of the patella. This may contribute to irritation around the surrounding knee structures.

Several contributing factors may be associated with this altered kneecap movement and surrounding irritation, including:

  • Limited strength through the hips, buttocks, and inner thigh muscles
  • Reduced flexibility in the outer thigh, hamstrings, and calves
  • Flat feet or increased inward foot rolling (pronation)
  • A history of lower back or pelvic concerns
  • Running shoes that may not adequately support your foot type
  • Running form that may place increased stress on the body
  • Frequent hill running or stair use

Treatment Options for Runner's Knee Pain Glenside

Runner’s Knee may become limiting for some athletes and active individuals, particularly during running and sporting activities. Some people notice increasing discomfort around the kneecap as activity progresses. Early assessment may assist in identifying contributing factors and suitable management approaches.

At SA Running Injury Clinic we have a 7 part program:Runners Knee treatment Glenside

  • Stretching, soft tissue massage, and dry needling to assist with muscle tightness
  • Exercise-based strengthening program for weaker muscle groups
  • Assessment of previous lower back or pelvic-related conditions
  • Evaluation of walking and running mechanics, including custom orthotic management where indicated
  • Footwear advice tailored to your foot mechanics and activity levels
  • Gait assessment and running technique retraining
  • Activity and training adjustments based on your symptoms and goals

Runner’s Knee assessment and treatment options at SA Running Injury Clinic

You can book an appointment near Glenside for non-surgical management options at SA Running Injury Clinic online or by phone. Please note we have two clinic locations.

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Call SA Running Injury Clinic, North Adelaide : 8239 1022

Call SA Running Injury Clinic, Eastwood : 8357 0700