• 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 Prospect

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

What is Runner's Knee? 

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Chondromalacia PatellaRunners Knee Prospect

  • Does your knee become sore during exercise, running, or sport?
  • Do your knees feel sore when walking up or down stairs? 
  • Does sitting for extended periods with bent knees cause aching? 

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 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
  • Muscle tightness affecting the outer thigh, hamstrings, and calf region
  • Flat feet or increased inward foot rolling (pronation)
  • Previous lower back or pelvic injuries
  • Inappropriate footwear for your running style or foot mechanics
  • Running technique and movement pattern concerns
  • Frequent hill running or stair use

Treatment Options for Runner's Knee Pain Prospect

Runner’s Knee can impact sporting participation and training for some individuals. Symptoms may increase gradually during running or activity, particularly around the front of the knee. Early assessment may assist with management planning and activity modification where needed.

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

  • Stretching, massage, and dry needling approaches for tight muscle groups
  • Targeted strengthening program to support muscle function and stability
  • Review of any history of lower back or pelvic concerns
  • Assessment of foot biomechanics and movement patterns, with custom orthotics where appropriate
  • Assessment-based footwear advice aligned with your foot mechanics and activity requirements
  • Assessment and retraining of walking and running mechanics
  • Modification of your running and exercise program where appropriate

Assessment and management of Runner’s Knee at SA Running Injury Clinic

To arrange an appointment near Prospect for non-surgical treatment options, contact SA Running Injury Clinic online or by phone. Please note we have two clinics.

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Call SA Running Injury Clinic, North Adelaide : 8239 1022

Call SA Running Injury Clinic, Eastwood : 8357 0700