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Cycling is an excellent source of low-impact exercise, but it can cause kneecap pain. The kneecap, or the patella, is a triangular-shaped bone that works with the quadricep tendon above the kneecap and the patellar tendon below the kneecap to power your legs as you pedal. Causes of biking-related kneecap pain can include improper bike fit, overtraining, muscle tightness, muscle weakness and improper body mechanics while riding. Overtraining Knee pain is the most common symptom of over-use among cyclists. According to The Physician and Sports Medicine, "Over-use injuries occur when a tissue accumulates damage caused by repetitive submaximal loading. Repetitive...

Knee pain can significantly affect your ability to move around, particularly when you need to climb stairs. Pain in the front of your knee is typically related to your patellofemoral joint, where your kneecap sits in front of your thigh bone. Stair climbing increases compression at this joint. "Patellofemoral pain syndrome" is a term used to describe different conditions that commonly cause pain in the front of your knee. See your doctor to accurately diagnose your knee pain. Kneecap Tracking Your kneecap is embedded in a thick quadriceps tendon that attaches to your lower leg bone. The kneecap glides along...

Kneecap pain, also known as patellofemoral pain, strikes people of all ages. Some people notice pain in both knees, while in others it is relegated to only one leg. While the exact cause is often unknown, that doesn't mean you need to suffer with a sore joint. There are plenty of things you can try that might ease the pain in both the short and long term. Potential Causes The cause of kneecap pain often goes unidentified. In some cases, injury or overuse can weaken the cartilage under the kneecap, causing a dull pain that gets worse when walking downhill,...

Pain in the front of the knee is most often associated with the patella or kneecap, and is generally classified as patellofemoral pain. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, contributing factors to patellofemoral pain include overuse, muscle imbalance and inadequate stretching. Typically, all patellofemoral pain will include pain with ascending and descending stairs, and pain with prolonged sitting. Patellofemoral pain can be difficult to manage and should never be ignored. Patellofemoral Malalignment Syndrome According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, when the patella not only glides up and down, but also tilts and rotates, there are various...

WEEK 1 Diminish Pain & Swelling your therapists will reduce swelling by using cold and compression therapy. then you will start range-of-motion exercises. WEEK 2 Full Knee Extension Through non-weigh bearing exercises your therapists will help you reach a full knee extension. WEEK 3-6 Walking & Light Aerobics Most therapists will start you on walk exercises, gentle strengthening, or light aerobics to help further your range-of-motion. WEEK 7-12 Strength Training & Jogging At this state you will increase you activity level; some patients start to jog around the 12th week in recovery. Adding in cold and compression therapy will help...