Patellofemoral pain syndrome, or runner’s knee as it is commonly known, is a condition which can cause a great deal of pain and affect the range of movement of the knee joint. As the name suggests, this condition usually afflicts people who spend a lot of time doing high impact sports such as running or basketball.
Unlike other conditions which may affect the range of motion of the knee joint, surgery is rarely needed, and a period of rest will usually clear up any of the symptoms. However, it is always worth getting it checked out by a physician to make sure your symptoms are not a sign of a more serious condition.Read more ...
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