Pain in and around the kneecap while running. Odd sounds from your kneecap when bending and straightening the knee. Kneecap is tender when touched. All these symptoms are classic signs of a condition called patellofemoral pain syndrome (PPS). Outside of medical circles, PPS is also known as runner’s knee, and Read more…
The short answer to this question is nothing good. After making a tough decision to have surgery, it’s important that you give yourself the greatest chance to recover quickly. Unfortunately, far too many people believe that their surgery recovery process doesn’t require physical therapy. In fact, it’s reported that more Read more…
Spring is finally here! For New Jerseyans, few words could possibly sound sweeter. The time of the year has finally arrived when we can pack away snow coats and shovels, and we can trade them in for light clothing and the tools for your outdoor activity of choice. For some, Read more…
Download Free Guide When you have constant pain and stiffness in your knees, exercising is probably one of the last activities you think about doing. However, exercising helps strengthen and stretch the muscles around your knees, which helps reduce and prevent knee pain. It may feel like you’re in a Read more…
The answer to this question is almost always yes. Knee pain can have many causes, and it can make walking the dog and other pleasurable activities more difficult. Unfortunately, knee pain is also all too common. It’s estimated that about 25% of adults are affected by frequent knee pain. Often, Read more…