About PATELLOFEMORAL PAIN
Physiotherapy for Knee Pain & Better Movement Patellofemoral pain commonly causes pain around or behind the kneecap, particularly during activities such as running, squatting, climbing stairs or prolonged sitting. A personalised rehabilitation plan helps you move with greater comfort and confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Recovery varies depending on the cause and severity. Many people improve over several weeks to a few months with appropriate exercise, activity modification, and consistent rehabilitation.
Patellofemoral pain is discomfort around or behind the kneecap, often caused by increased stress on the joint between the kneecap and thigh bone.
It can develop from overuse, sudden increases in physical activity, muscle weakness, changes in movement patterns, or reduced strength and control around the hip and knee.
Common symptoms include pain around the kneecap, especially when climbing stairs, squatting, running, jumping, or sitting for long periods with the knee bent.
Yes. Physiotherapy can help improve hip and knee strength, movement control, flexibility, and activity tolerance while gradually reducing pain.
