If you’re a runner, a weekend warrior or just getting into an active routine and you’re dealing with persistent knee pain, there’s a good chance you’ve heard of or been diagnosed with Runner’s Knee also know an patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). This common condition affects runners of all levels and can become a frustrating obstacle that limits training, performance, and quality of life.
Fortunately, shockwave therapy has emerged as an effective, non-invasive solution to treat Runner’s Knee. At Aret Chiropractic we have found that combining shockwave therapy with hands on soft tissue therapy, dry needling and specific rehabilitation exercises, tends to provide more complete, longer lasting results and recovery.
What is Runner’s Knee?
Runner’s Knee is describe as pain around or behind the kneecap, especially during:
- Running (especially downhill)
- Squatting or climbing stairs
- Sitting for long periods
It’s often caused by micro trauma or overuse as well as bodily and muscular imbalances. There doesn’t need to be a major traumatic injury.
As per our previous blogs on shockwave therapy, we are reminded of the benefits being increase blood flow, tissue regeneration, scar tissue breakdown and calcification and a reduction in nerve sensitivity or pain.
Our perspective?
As chiropractors, we view Runner’s Knee not just as a local problem, but as part of a full body movement issue. Pain at the knee often stems from poor mobility or stability at adjacent joints like the pelvis, hip or ankle.
We ask:
- Are your glutes activating properly?
- Is your hip internally rotating as it should while walking?
- Are your feet pronating excessively?
These are key issues that contribute to abnormal stress on the knee and should addressed at some stage to prevent recurrence.
When is Shockwave Therapy Right for Runner’s Knee?
Shockwave is ideal if:
- Your knee pain is lingering respite manual or active therapy or adequate rest.
- You’ve tried injections and want a non-invasive option
- You want to avoid pain medication or surgery
- Your pain improves temporarily with warm-up but returns post-run
What to Expect?
- Most cases require 3-6 session over the course of 3-6 weeks.
- Treatment sessions take roughly 20 minutes.
- You can typically resume activity immediately, though we may modify your running volume during care.
Many runners report noticeable improvements within just a few treatments, especially when we combine shockwave therapy with rehab based exercises.
So, if you’re tired of knee pain holding you back, reach out and let us help you return to running stronger, faster and pain free. Call us on (02) 8018 8883, email us on info.aretchiropractic@gmail.com or book an appointment via our online booking system.