Runner’s Knee Treatment Thebarton
SA Running Injury Clinic treat Runner's Knee patients from Thebarton and the surrounding areas.
What is Runner's Knee?
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Chondromalacia Patella
- 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, 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.
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome may involve altered movement of the kneecap within the knee joint, potentially contributing to irritation around the underlying joint surfaces.
Factors that may contribute to altered kneecap tracking and irritation around the knee include:
- Limited strength through the hips, buttocks, and inner thigh muscles
- Muscle tightness affecting the outer thigh, hamstrings, and calf region
- Foot posture concerns such as flat feet or excessive rolling inward
- A history of lower back or pelvic concerns
- Worn or poorly matched running shoes
- Altered running mechanics
- Frequent hill running or stair use
Treatment Options for Runner's Knee Pain Thebarton
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:
- A combination of stretching, massage, and dry needling approaches targeting tight muscles
- Targeted strengthening program to support muscle function and stability
- Review of any history of lower back or pelvic concerns
- Evaluation of walking and running mechanics, including custom orthotic management where indicated
- Guidance on footwear selection based on your movement patterns and activity needs
- Running technique assessment and gait retraining approaches
- Tailored changes to your running and exercise routine
Runner’s Knee assessment and treatment options at SA Running Injury Clinic
SA Running Injury Clinic offers appointments near Thebarton for non-surgical management options for runner's knee Adelaide, which can be booked online or over the phone across our two clinic locations.
We regularly see patients from suburbs including Walkerville, Unley, Prospect, St Peters, Brompton, Thebarton, Mile End, Fullarton, Myrtle Bank, Highgate, Glenunga, Parkside, Norwood, Burnside and Glenside.