What is PFPS?

• An umbrella term for pain in the knee that occurs behind or around the kneecap
• PFPS is commonly painful with climbing stairs, running, cycling, squatting or sitting with bent knees

Who is affected by PFPS?

• Young adults/adolescents
• Women are around twice as more likely to develop PFPS than males
• Participation in certain sports, such as long distance running or basketball/netball

What can cause PFPS?

• Anatomical malalignment of the patella
• Biomechanical abnormalities
• Muscular imbalances
• Knee hyperextension
• Tightness in the ITB, hamstrings or calves

Physio Treatment options:

• Release of tight muscles
• Strengthening of surrounding musculature
• Assessment of walking/running biomechanics
• Patella taping
• Foot orthotics
• Assistance with returning to sport/activity

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome is a complex condition, with many factors that can contribute to the feeling of anterior knee pain. Here at Beachlife Physiotherapy, we take both a hands on and exercise based approach to treating your knee pain. Book in today for a treatment or running assessment, with one of our physios if you are training for your next big race!