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Did you know that almost every second runner has to deal with orthopedic problems while running? Or that these complaints most often affect the knee?
It's hard to run without a knee, though: The largest joint in our body absorbs shock and serves as a natural shock absorber for the body. At the same time, the knees transform the impact effect into energy and thrust. But one complaint in particular turns our trusty helpers into a source of pain: runner's knee.
In advanced cases, the pain can become so severe that running is no longer possible at all. This makes it all the more important to know how to prevent runner's knee.
What is runner's knee? What are the symptoms and treatment?
The pain of so-called runner's knee is usually located slightly below or above the kneecap. The discomfort increases when the athlete runs uphill or downhill. Sometimes a cracking sound can be heard. In particularly bad cases, the knee can even swell.
In addition to running and jogging, the pain can also occur when:
A number of things can be responsible for runner's knee, from misalignment of the knee to the more common, classic overuse. Muscular issues or detrimental running styles are just as common. So how you run can be a major factor in relieving your symptoms, along with anti-inflammatories, stretching and longer rest periods.
How is runner's knee diagnosed?
To determine runner's knee and its severity, your doctor will use X-rays, a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan, or a CT scan in addition to a physical exam.
But you don't just want to know that you have runner's knee, you also want to know what's causing it! A physiotherapist can help you check your gait and assess your knee mechanics for weaknesses. This can help you find the root cause of your symptoms and develop a plan to get your runner's knee back under control.
The magic word is prevention
In order to do their job to the best of their ability, your knees need good stabilisation and the right position - this can prevent injuries and avoid too much wear and tear. If these factors are not in place, runner's knee can be just a taste of what's to come. And no, despite all the advances in modern medicine, you don't want lengthy knee surgery that steals your money, your free time and your love of life.
Here we present 5 mistakes that lead to runner's knee and how to avoid them!
β Reduction of joint pain in 7-10 days*.
β Reduction of joint stiffness in as little as 7 days.*
β Development of cartilage structures
β Proven in 12 clinical studies
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