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Dave-(21/06/2009, 20:31)
Knee painI am a keen runner training for the bristol 1/2 marathon and I have developed pain in the front of my knee at my knee cap, what could be causing it and can you help?reply|subscribe to post
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Emma Symes BSc(Hons) Phys MCSP SRP OCPPP-(30/06/2009, 16:33)
RE:knee painYes, Physiotherapy can deffinately help with identifying the cause of this pain and treating it.
Pain at the front of the knee can come from several different structures. It is commonly caused by abnormal movement or 'tracking' at the patella (kneee cap) which can be caused by muscles that are too tight, or too weak. Pain at the knee cap can also be caused by the quads tendon, or the fat pad that sits beneath it at the bottom end of the patella.
The source of the pain can easily be identified at a Physiotherapy consultation where your knee will be examined.
In addition to providing treatment to the painful area, your physiotherapist will also discuss your running with you at length, aiming to improve your running gait as much as possible to prevent any future injury.
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peter-(14/10/2009, 11:00)
RE:knee painHi,
I am also a runner (training at the moment for the edinburgh marathon in May) and I have had similar knee problems. I was interested in your reply to the post about how you can improve running with Physiotherapy. Can you give any general advise or tips on the type of thing you would be looking to improve? Many thanks.reply|subscribe to post
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Emma-(14/10/2009, 15:11)
RE:knee painSporting postures and movement can be analysed to identify any problems with control or weakness, which could go on to cause injuries later if technique is not corrected. Examples of this include looking at the golf swing and tennis serve, or indeed - running gait.
When running over a long distance the main factor that is of primary importance is your 'core' strength. If your core strength is good you will be able to maintain a balanced pelvic position as you strike through both legs, if it is poor you may have a slight drop or twist on your weaker side. This can then go on to impact other things such as your stride length and whether you heel or mid foot strike (although of course these things can also be affected by other factors like the length of your hamstrings or calf muscles.)
Of course everybody is different and your gait analysis will be unique to you! If you would like to call to discuss any issues you think you may have with your running please do give the clinic a call, I am happy to discuss with you over the phone.
Best wishes,
Emma Symesreply|subscribe to post
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