24 Feb Physical Therapy and Patellofemoral Pain

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

Do you ever experience pain in the front of your knee when going through daily activities? You may be experiencing some of the symptoms of Patellofemoral Pain syndrome. Many other Americans experience this same discomfort; in fact there are more than 3 million US cases per year.  

This condition is one in which the cartilage under the kneecap is damaged due to injury or overuse and causes pain. The pain is often experienced in the front of the knee, around the kneecap, without any signs of damage or other problems in the knee joint. In most cases  the pain increases when doing activities such as stair climbing or squatting.The primary treatment for Patellofemoral Pain syndrome is rest, but recovery can be expedited with the assistance from a physical therapy professional.

Physical Therapy has been known to help ease the pain of patellofemoral pain without the need for opioids or surgery. Through a variety of stretches and modalities, a Canandaigua physical therapist will help reduce chronic knee pain as well teach motioning that will focus on pain reduction and increased motioning.

The physical therapists at Lake Country Physical Therapy and Sportscare, PC are experts at treating this syndrome, as well as many other injuries and physical issues. We have been offering our services to individuals from the finger lakes and surrounding areas since 1987. Lake Country Physical Therapy offers flexible appointments at our 2500 square foot facility, including both early morning and evening hours to accommodate those individuals who may be working or going to school. We have assisted patients from areas such as Victor, Geneva, Clifton Springs, Naples, Avon, Farmington, Penn Yan and Mendon. If you believe that you suffer from Patellofemoral Pain syndrome, or experience any other physical discomfort, you should visit our website and see what  Lake Country Physical Therapy can do for you.