Is running bad for your knees or is it protective? What does the research show?
On one hand, you hear people say that running can be bad for your knees over time. On the other hand, you hear that running ...
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Quadriceps atrophy: to what extent does it exist in patellofemoral pain syndrome?
Quadriceps atrophy is a commonly cited accompaniment to patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), yet there is little valid, objective evidence for its existence. Objective: To investigate atrophy and ...
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The effect of real-time gait retraining on hip kinematics, pain and function in subjects with patellofemoral pain syndrome
Background Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is the most common overuse injury in runners. Recent research suggests that hip mechanics play a role in the development of this syndrome. Currently, ...
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The kneecap and it’s many problems
Degenerative patellofemoral conditions such as patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) are the result of poor patellofemoral tracking between the femur and the patella. The best place to start looking ...
Runner’s knee: Everything you need to know about this common injury
Patellofemoral pain syndrome, more commonly known as runner’s knee, is a condition that primarily affects the articulation of ...