Patellofemoral pain syndrome describes pain in the front of the knee and around the patella or kneecap. It is sometimes called runner's knee or jumper's knee because it is common in people who ...

Runner’s knee is a common ailment among runners, but it can also strike others. Find out what runner's knee feels like, what the treatments are, and how to prevent it.

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome This catch-all term describes pain in the front of the knee and around the kneecap. Sometimes it’s called “runner’s knee” or a “tracking” problem.

Causes of Runner's Knee Patellofemoral stress syndrome, also referred to as patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), is so-named because it occurs at the junction of the patella (kneecap) and femur ...

Patellofemoral pain syndrome Patellofemoral pain syndrome is also called runner’s knee or jumper’s knee because it is commonly associated with athletes, though nonathletes can get it, too.

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a common cause of knee pain. People can use stretching, mobility, and strength exercises to improve symptoms. Learn more.

The Knicks’ Swiss Army knife was ruled out before tip off against the Cavaliers with what the team described as patellofemoral pain syndrome in his right knee, also known as runner’s knee.

Runner’s knee, also known as patellofemoral pain syndrome, is a common complaint – so here’s the lowdown on what it is, how it happens and what to do about it.

Background: 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 ...

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, ...

Unfortunately, the term “patellofemoral syndrome” is a blanket, non-specific label, which often fails to identify where the pain is actually coming from.