Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Knee Braces

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What is Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome? Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), commonly referred as runner’s knee or chondromalacia patella , is pain at the front of your knee or around your kneecap (patella). The pain originates where the back of your patella (kneecap) and femur (thigh bone) make contact. Knee pain typically increases when you run, use the stairs, sit for an extended period of time, or squat. Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Symptoms Aching and sometimes sharp pains around your kneecap Your knees are sore after sitting for extended periods of time Climbing stairs, squatting, jumping, running, and cycling trigger knee pain Knee buckling Popping or grinding sensations in your knee when moving What Causes Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome? Overuse or sudden change in exercise routine Knee Injury Excess weight Your kneecap is not properly aligned (patellar tracking disorder) Muscle imbalance or weakness Best Treatments for Patellofemoral Pain? Patellofemoral pain syndrome is very common. There are many non-surgical treatment options that can be done to help manage patellofemoral pain. R.I.C.E. Treatment The acronym RICE stands for rest, ice, compression, and elevation. The main goal of RICE treatment is to allow your injury to heal by reducing any inflammation or swelling. Rest Rest is the best medicine for patellofemoral pain syndrome knee treatment. Overusing and overloading your knees is a common trigger for many people with patellofemoral pain syndrome. Simply resting your knee until your pain has resolved is very beneficial. Ice Applying ice to your knee helps reduce any pain or swelling associated with patellofemoral pain syndrome. Ice should be applied to your knee for about 15 to 20 minutes several times a day as pain persists. Make sure you do not apply ice directly to your knee, but instead try wrapping it in a towel or consider trying this cold therapy brace . Compression The next step of RICE treatment is compression, which is aimed at reducing swelling