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Runner’s Knee

Runner’s Knee Treatment in Kansas City, MO

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Patellofemoral pain syndrome, or runner’s knee, is dull pain around the front of the knee cap, called the patella; this is where the knee connects with the lower end of the thighbone.

Here at Ortho Health of KC, our team of orthopedic specialists will help diagnose this condition, which can be confused with a few other knee injuries based on the symptoms alone. Then, your doctor will help you choose your path of treatment to get you on the road to recovery!

Runner’s Knee Cause

Runners knee may be caused by a defect, or improper form when walking or running, some other causes may include:

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    A kneecap that is too high in the knee joint
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    Weak thigh muscles
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    Tight hamstrings
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    Tight Achilles tendons
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    Poor foot support
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    Excessive training or overuse
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    Injury

Runner’s Knee Symptoms

The most common symptoms of runner’s knee include but are not limited to:

  • Pain in and around the kneecap during or after activity
  • Pain after sitting with your knees bent for a long period of time can cause feelings of weakness or instability Rubbing, grinding, or clicking sound of the kneecap that you can hear when you bend and straighten your knee
  • Kneecap is tender to the touch
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Conditions

Knee Surgery
ACL Surgery
Discoid Meniscus
Knee Arthritis
Kneecap Bursitis
Knee Osteonecrosis
Knee Tendon Bursitis
Osgood-Schlatter Disease
Runner’s Knee
Mako SmartRobotics™
CORI Surgical System

Runners Knee Treatment

There are many different ways to help treat this condition. The best course of treatment starts with discontinuing running until you can run pain and symptom-free. Below are some more options to explore:

  • RICE Therapy – Rest, ice, compression, and elevation

  • Arch support in shoes

  • Over-the-counter pain and inflammation medication like Ibuprofen

  • Physical therapy can be used to help with stretching and strengthening exercises

Runner’s Knee Doctors

If you have any of the symptoms mentioned above, please contact Orthopedic Health of Kansas City and make an appointment with one of our Kansas City knee and leg specialists. They will perform a complete examination, diagnosing and ultimately treating any problem. From simple physical therapy to complicated surgery, you’re in good hands with Orthopedic Health of Kansas City and we will do what it takes to get you active again.