Nathan J. Fanter, D.O.

Patellofemoral Pain... A Common Source of Knee Pain...

Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is commonly seen in physically active individuals and may account for 25–40% of all knee problems seen in a sports injury clinic. Patellofemoral-related problems occur more frequently in women than in men. PFP is characterised by diffuse pain over the anterior aspect of the knee and is aggravated by activities that increase patellofemoral joint (PFJ) compressive forces, such as squatting, ascending and descending stairs and prolonged sitting, as well as repetitive activities such as running. One easy way to help relieve PFP pain is to stretch the hamstring muscles...