patellofemoral pain
Why Your Knee Hurts When Going Downstairs
Posted by: in Knee Pain & Mobility on September 10, 2026
Walking downstairs may seem like a simple task, but it places a surprising amount of demand on your knees. Each time you step down, the muscles around your hip and knee must control your body weight while your knee bends. If those muscles are weak, the kneecap is irritated, the joint is stiff, or your… Read More
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Treatment
Patellofemoral pain syndrome treatment can help when pain around or behind the kneecap makes it difficult to use stairs, squat, run, jump, sit, or exercise. Patellofemoral pain syndrome is a broad term for pain in the front of the knee and around the patella, which is also called the kneecap. It is sometimes called runner’s… Read More
Knee Pain Treatment
Knee pain treatment can help when aching, stiffness, swelling, weakness, or instability makes it harder to walk, climb stairs, work, exercise, or complete daily activities. The knee is a large joint made up of bones, cartilage, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and fluid-filled sacs called bursae. Because these structures work together, pain may develop from an injury,… Read More
Why Does My Knee Hurt? Common Causes and When to See a Physical Therapist
Posted by: in Orthopedic Physical Therapy on February 20, 2026
If you’ve been asking yourself, “Why does my knee hurt?” you’re not alone. Knee pain is one of the most common reasons people limit activity, avoid exercise, or stop doing things they enjoy. Whether it started suddenly or gradually worsened over time, knee pain can make everyday movements like walking, climbing stairs, squatting, or getting… Read More