On Your Knees

  Some common causes of knee pain are patellar tendinitis, chondromalacia, and iliotibial band syndrome. Chondromalacia, or "runner's knee" feels like a burning, achy sensation on top of the kneecap and can be prevented by strengthening the quadriceps.

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Published in:Runner's world (1987) 2000-05, Vol.35 (5), p.26-26
Main Author: Eck, Beth Moxey
Format: Magazinearticle
Language:English
Subjects:
Care and treatment
Disease
Injuries
Knee
Pain
Runners (Sports)
Running
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Summary:  Some common causes of knee pain are patellar tendinitis, chondromalacia, and iliotibial band syndrome. Chondromalacia, or "runner's knee" feels like a burning, achy sensation on top of the kneecap and can be prevented by strengthening the quadriceps.
ISSN:0897-1706
2373-7794