Knee Pain When Running in Glasgow
Knee pain when running can come from training load, strength capacity, running mechanics, footwear, previous injury or irritation around the kneecap, tendons or joint. We help runners understand the cause and build a clear return plan.
What it can feel like
Pain may sit around the kneecap, outside of the knee, below the kneecap, inside the knee or appear after a certain distance.
Common causes
- Training load spikes
- Patellofemoral pain
- Tendon irritation
- IT band related pain
- Strength or control deficits
How we assess it
Assessment may include movement testing, strength testing, running history, gait analysis where useful and a plan for modifying training without losing momentum.
Treatment options
- Running load adjustment
- Strength and control work
- Gait analysis and running advice
- Physiotherapy-led rehab
- Return-to-running progression
Questions people often ask
Do I need to stop running completely?
Not always. The aim is often to find a tolerable level of running while building capacity, but some symptoms need a short reduction.
Can weak hips cause knee pain?
Hip strength and control can contribute for some people, but knee pain usually has more than one factor.