27/08/2026
𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝗳𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗲 | 𝗖𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘀, 𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗽𝘁𝗼𝗺𝘀 & 𝗣𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁
~Dr Hajra Physiotherapist
Not every pain at the front of the knee is arthritis. If stairs, squats, running, or prolonged sitting have made knee pain a part of your daily life, it may be related to Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), commonly known as “runner’s knee.”
In this informative session, Dr. Hajra, MS Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy, explains what happens around the kneecap (patella), why pain can develop, and the common contributing factors—including excessive activity, hip and thigh muscle weakness, poor exercise technique, and inadequate recovery.
Physical therapy may include movement and muscle-strength assessment, patellar mobilization, strengthening of the quadriceps and hip muscles, and guided exercises such as sit-to-stands, bridges, step-ups, and squats.
⚠️ Remember: Not every knee pain is PFPS. If you experience significant swelling, knee locking, or difficulty bearing weight, a proper medical assessment is important.
Listen to your knees. Understand the cause. Get the right assessment and treatment.
