This is a common running injury and caused pain right behind and around the knee cap. It’s also known as patellofemoral pain syndrome, or “runners’ knee”. This injury is usually due to movements that load the knee joint in a flexed position. Runner’s Knee injuries can occur anytime you add impact to a bent knee as you leap forward.
Solution: Strength exercises
Completing some strength exercises that target the right muscles to keep your knee and hip in proper alignment is going to be crucial to your alleviating your knee pain. If you see any swelling at the knee joint, give us a call so our doctors can check you out and get you on the road to recovery and healthy knees!