• 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 Highgate

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

What is Runner's Knee? 

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Chondromalacia PatellaRunners Knee Highgate

  • Do you experience knee pain during running or sporting 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.

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:

  • Weakness in the hip, gluteal, and inner thigh muscle groups
  • Restricted flexibility in the calf, hamstring, and outer thigh muscles
  • Flat feet or increased inward foot rolling (pronation)
  • Past lower back or pelvic-related injuries
  • Inappropriate footwear for your running style or foot mechanics
  • Altered running mechanics
  • Excessive loading from hills or stairs

Treatment Options for Runner's Knee Pain Highgate

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:Runners Knee treatment Highgate

  • A combination of stretching, massage, and dry needling approaches targeting tight muscles
  • Strengthening exercises targeting areas of reduced muscle support
  • Assessment of previous lower back or pelvic-related conditions
  • Evaluation of walking and running mechanics, including custom orthotic management where indicated
  • Guidance on footwear selection based on your movement patterns and activity needs
  • 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

SA Running Injury Clinic offers appointments near Highgate for non-surgical management options, which can be booked online or over the phone across our two clinic locations.

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Call SA Running Injury Clinic, North Adelaide : 8239 1022

Call SA Running Injury Clinic, Eastwood : 8357 0700