Runners knee?ok I have had runners knee and my left ankle is louse and My knees hurt rite now well my right mainly its like a sharp pain and my ankle feals like its tierd and tight and a little pain its not really swolen tho I went to an orthopedic doctor in OCT of last year but they said that my left foot is luse and that its esey to break or sprain. um also With patello femoral pain syndrome aka runners knee what exsatley it is I mean the doc said that my muscles really tight. But what exsatley is it doing what can it do to my knee do i need to where a brace on my knee when i run and stuf? I mean can it mess up my knee
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Runner's Knee
As the name suggests, runner's knee is a common ailment among runners. But it can also strike any athlete who does activities that require a lot of knee bending -- like walking, biking, and jumping. It usually causes aching pain around the kneecap.
Runner's knee isn't really a condition itself. It's a loose term for several specific disorders with different causes. Runner's knee can result from:
Overuse. Repeated bending of the knee can irritate the nerves of the kneecap. Overstretched tendons (tendons are the tissues that connect muscles to bones) may also cause the pain of runner's knee.
Direct trauma to the knee, like a fall or blow.
Misalignment. If any of the bones are slightly out of their correct position -- or misaligned -- physical stress won't be evenly distributed through your body. Certain parts of your body may bear too much weight. This can cause pain and damage to the joints. Sometimes, the kneecap itself is slightly out of position.
Problems with the feet. Runner's knee can result from flat feet, also called fallen arches or overpronation. This is a condition in which the impact of a step causes the arches of your foot to collapse, stretching the muscles and tendons.
Weak thigh muscles.
Runner's knee is also called patellofemoral pain syndrome.
What Does Runner's Knee Feel Like?
Symptoms of runner's knee are:
Pain behind or around the kneecap, especially where the thighbone and the kneecap meet.
Pain when you bend the knee -- when walking, squatting, kneeling, running, or even sitting.
Pain that's worse when walking downstairs or downhill.
Swelling.
Popping or grinding sensations in the knee.
To diagnose runner's knee, your doctor will give you a thorough physical exam. You may also need X-rays, MRIs (Magnetic Resonance Imaging), CT (Computed Tomography) scans, and other tests.
What's the Treatment for Runner's Knee?
Regardless of the cause, the good news is that minor to moderate cases of runner's knee should heal on their own given time. To speed the healing you can:
Rest the knee. As much as possible, try to avoid putting weight on your knee.
Ice your knee to reduce pain and swelling. Do it for 20-30 minutes every 3-four for 2-3 days, or until the pain is gone.
Compress your knee. Use an elastic bandage, straps, or sleeves to give your knee extra support.
Elevate your knee on a pillow when you're sitting or lying down.
Take anti-inflammatory painkillers. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), like Advil, Aleve, or Motrin, will help with pain and swelling. However, these drugs can have side effects, like an increased risk of bleeding and ulcers. They should be used only occasionally, unless your doctor specifically says otherwise.
Practice stretching and strengthening exercises if your doctor recommends them.
Get arch supports for your shoes. These orthotics -- which can be custom-made or bought off the shelf -- may help with flat feet.
Severe cases of runner's knee may need surgery. A surgeon could take out damaged cartilage or correct the position of the kneecap so that stress will be distributed evenly.
When Will I Feel Better?
There's no good answer. Recovery time depends on your particular case. Keep in mind that people heal at different rates.
While you get better, try out a new activity that won't aggravate your runner's knee. For instance, if you're a jogger, do laps in the pool instead.
Whatever you do, don't rush things. Don't return to your old level of physical activity until:
You feel no pain in your knee when you bend or straighten it.
You feel no pain in your knee when you walk, jog, sprint, or jump.
Your knee feels as strong as your uninjured knee.
If you start using your knee before it's healed, you could wind up with permanent damage.
How Can I Prevent Runner's Knee?
There's a lot you can do to prevent runner's knee. You should:
Keep your thigh muscles strong and limber with regular stretching.
Use orthotics -- inserts for your shoes -- if you have flat feet or other foot problems that may lead to runner's knee.
Make sure your shoes have enough support.
Avoid running on hard surfaces, like concrete.
Stay in shape and keep a healthy weight.
Never abruptly increase the intensity of your workout. Make changes slowly.
Wear a knee brace while exercising, if you have had runner's knee before.
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HI there,
To keep it simple, if you have laxity (looseness) in your ankle then you need to get those musckes and ligaments in your ankle stronger and able to support your ankle better.
There are ways to do this.
If you stand on one foot and try to balance, you will find your foot will try to correct your balance and this is working the muscles. You can also stand in front of your desk or kitchen sink and feet together, and go up on to your tip toes, slowly and lower back down slowly too, this should help with the ankle.
As for the knee, dont do too much running or over using it at the moment and give it a chance to heal for a few weeks.. you can wear a support when running, which may stop any swelling, and give you some support. Hope this helps.
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