Anterior Knee pain

Anterior knee pain means pain which is experienced over the front of the knee. This problem is very common through various age groups and can be the result of numerous factors. Anterior knee pain is most often aggravated by prolonged sitting with the knee bent, climbing the stairs, squatting, running and jumping activities.

What causes anterior knee pain?

There are many causes of anterior knee pain which may include:

Strained tendons (tendonitis)
Osteoarthritis of the knee
Damage to the cartilage that lines the underside of the kneecap (chondromalacia patellae).
Compromised foot position such as flat feet for example
Weakness of the thigh muscles
Inflammation of the bursa inside the knee (bursitis)

What are the symptoms of anterior knee pain?

Symptoms may include one or more of the following:

Ache/pain around the front of the knee
Ache/pain at the front of the knee underneath the kneecap
Increased severity of pain on activity
Stiffness
Swelling around the front of the knee

Physiotherapy treatment for anterior knee pain

Our specialist physiotherapists at Cleethorpes Physio Clinic will provide thorough assessment and individualised treatment programmes to ensure you achieve optimal recovery in the quickest possible time frame. We will also offer you comprehensive explanation of your condition in order that you can manage your condition effectively in both the short and longer term.

Physiotherapy treatment for anterior knee pain at Cleethorpes Physio Clinic will vary according to the exact diagnosis and the underlying causes but may include: