Then, it might fray, crack, crater, or tear. The pain is most noticeable going down stairs or hills. Unequal leg length, turned-in thighbones, and flat feet can increase the risk for developing runner's knee. Nearly 30 percent of runners eventually develop runner's knee. Skiers, cyclists, soccer players, and people who participate in high-impact aerobics classes may also get runner's knee.
Ice can relieve the pain and swelling of runner's knee.
Seek medical evaluation if the knee pain does not improve with rest and decreased activity. People with knee pain should try to switch to a non-weight bearing exercise like bicycling, swimming, or rowing. To avoid injury when running, never run straight down a steep hill. Walk down it. If walking downhill is out of the question, then run down in a zigzag pattern.