Jun 23, 2025 · Runner’s knee is a common ailment among runners, but it can also strike others. Find out what runner's knee feels like, what the treatments are, and how to prevent it.

Jun 16, 2025 · Known formally as patellofemoral pain syndrome, runner’s knee presents as a pain where the kneecap, or patella, meets the femur, or thigh bone. It’s a common injury not only for runners,...

Runner's knee occurs when the kneecap rubs against the thighbone as it moves. The condition can be caused by a structural defect or a certain way of walking or running.

Feb 3, 2025 · Runner’s knee is often characterized by a gradual onset of dull to moderate pain at the front of the knee, especially during physical activity. However, it can also appear around or on the …

Mar 4, 2023 · Patellofemoral (puh-tel-o-FEM-uh-rul) pain syndrome is pain at the front of the knee, around the kneecap. The kneecap also is known as the patella. Patellofemoral pain syndrome is …

Nov 3, 2025 · Runner’s knee, also known as patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), is a condition that causes pain at the front of the knee behind or around the kneecap (patella). Like its name suggests, …

Apr 17, 2023 · Runner’s knee is the common term used to describe any one of several conditions that cause pain around the kneecap (patella). It can be caused by running or any activity that repeatedly...

Sep 10, 2025 · Runners Knee is also known as "Patellofemoral Syndrome" or "Anterior Knee Pain" and refers to pain under and around the kneecap. It is caused by a problem with the way the knee cap …

Nov 16, 2024 · Runner’s knee symptoms are associated with activity-related pain in the front of the knee and around the kneecap. While the pain develops during athletic activity, it can often be most …

Runners may need to switch to activities such as cycling or swimming. [3] Insoles may help some people. [3] Symptoms may last for years despite treatment. [3] Patellofemoral pain syndrome is the …