The exact cause for anterior knee pain is unknown; however it is linked to overloading of the patellofemoral joint and people taking part in sports involving running or jumping such as tennis , football or badminton.

It can also occur in non-athletes due to softening of the cartilage (chondromalacia patella) in the patellofemoral joint resulting in normal forces causing pain at the front of the knee.

 There are a number of potential causes for anterior knee pain :

·   Abnormal biomechanics / movement of the patella

·   Weak muscles

·   Poor gait / training errors

·   Tight structures: iliotibial band, lateral

·   Injury to the front of the knee

The exact cause for anterior knee pain is unknown; however it is linked to overloading of the patellofemoral joint and people taking part in sports involving running or jumping such as tennis , football or badminton.

It can also occur in non-athletes due to softening of the cartilage (chondromalacia patella) in the patellofemoral joint resulting in normal forces causing pain at the front of the knee.

 There are a number of potential causes for anterior knee pain :

·   Abnormal biomechanics / movement of the patella

·   Weak muscles

·   Poor gait / training errors

·   Tight structures: iliotibial band, lateral

·   Injury to the front of the knee

Patello-femoral pain syndrome can be a disabling condition and requires proper assessment and investigation to identify the underlying problem. We will thoroughly examine your knee and may obtain xrays and / or an MRI scan to assess the anatomy of your knee.