• 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 Walkerville

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

What is Runner's Knee? 

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Chondromalacia PatellaRunners Knee Walkerville

  • Do you experience knee pain during running or sporting activities?
  • Do your knees feel sore when walking up or down stairs? 
  • 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:

  • Limited strength through the hips, buttocks, and inner thigh muscles
  • Restricted flexibility in the calf, hamstring, and outer thigh muscles
  • Feet that roll inward excessively (pronation)
  • Past lower back or pelvic-related injuries
  • Worn or poorly matched running shoes
  • Altered running mechanics
  • Repeated stair climbing or hill-based activity

Treatment Options for Runner's Knee Pain Walkerville

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 Walkerville

  • Management techniques including stretching, massage, and dry needling for muscle tightness
  • Strengthening exercises targeting areas of reduced muscle support
  • Evaluation of prior lower back and pelvic injuries
  • Biomechanical assessment and custom orthotic options to support foot function and movement
  • Recommendations for footwear suited to your foot function and sporting activities
  • 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

To arrange an appointment near Walkerville 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