Runner’s knee, or patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), is a common condition that causes pain at the front of the knee, often around or behind the kneecap. Although the patellofemoral joint is designed to handle high levels of force, issues arise when the load placed on the knee exceeds what it can currently tolerate. The first step in managing PFPS is load management — that means temporarily reducing or modifying the activities that aggravate your symptoms, giving the knee a chance to recover.

Symptoms of Runner’s Knee: Runner’s knee, medically known as patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), presents with symptoms such as pain behind or around the kneecap, especially when bending the knee, kneeling, or climbing stairs. Some individuals may also experience a grinding or popping sensation. Causes of Runner’s Knee: 1. Overuse or Overtraining: Excessive running or sudden increases in training intensity can strain the knee joint. 2. Muscle Imbalances: Weakness or imbalance in thigh muscles,

Clarke's Sign / Patellar Grind Test for Patellofemoral Pain The Clarke's Sign is a common test that is used in the diagnosis of patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) as it is reasoned to stress the patellar cartilage. However, Cook et al. (2012) did a systematic review on various tests and clinical findings and found a variable sensitivity of 39-49% and a variable specificity of 67-95%. For this reason, Clarke's Sign does not seem to be able to add much value to the diagnosis of PFPS. | Physiotuto

Runner’s knee (patellofemoral pain syndrome, PFPS) is one of the most common sources of knee pain, typically felt in the front of the knee around the kneecap. While the patellofemoral joint is designed to handle high levels of force, pain develops when the load placed on the knee exceeds what it can currently tolerate. The first step in managing PFPS is load management — reducing or modifying activities that aggravate symptoms to give the knee time to recover. During this phase, the focus shifts