Runner’s Knee Treatment St Peters
SA Running Injury Clinic treat Runner's Knee patients from St Peters 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 you notice knee discomfort when climbing or descending stairs?
- Do you notice knee discomfort while sitting with your knees bent?
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, commonly referred to as Runner’s Knee or Chondromalacia Patella, is one of the more frequently seen knee concerns in runners and active individuals. The patella, also called the kneecap, sits 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.
Several contributing factors may be associated with this altered kneecap movement and surrounding irritation, including:
- Weakness in the hip, gluteal, and inner thigh muscle groups
- Restricted flexibility in the calf, hamstring, and outer thigh muscles
- Foot posture concerns such as flat feet or excessive rolling inward
- Past lower back or pelvic-related injuries
- Running shoes that may not adequately support your foot type
- Running technique and movement pattern concerns
- Frequent hill running or stair use
Treatment Options for Runner's Knee Pain St Peters
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
- Exercise-based strengthening program for weaker muscle groups
- Assessment of previous lower back or pelvic injuries
- Evaluation of walking and running mechanics, including custom orthotic management where indicated
- Recommendations for footwear suited to your foot function and sporting activities
- Assessment and retraining of walking and running mechanics
- Activity and training adjustments based on your symptoms and goals
Professional assessment and management approaches for Runner’s Knee
To arrange an appointment near St Peters 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.
Our patients come from nearby areas including Walkerville, Unley, Prospect, St Peters, Brompton, Thebarton, Mile End, Fullarton, Myrtle Bank, Highgate, Glenunga, Parkside, Norwood, Burnside and Glenside.