Knee pain from running is one of the most common injuries I see.
It often starts as a small niggle, a bit of discomfort during or after a run, but if ignored, it can quickly progress into something that stops you training altogether.
The key thing to understand:
Knee pain is rarely just a “knee problem”

What’s Really Causing It
The knee is a simple hinge joint, but it’s heavily influenced by what’s happening above and below it.
In runners, knee pain is commonly linked to:

• Tight or overactive quads
• Weakness around the hips and glutes
• Changes in training load or intensity
• Poor movement patterns over time

Overload is a major factor especially when mileage or intensity increases too quickly.

Common Symptoms

• Pain around or behind the kneecap
• Discomfort during or after running
• Pain going up/down stairs or squatting
• Stiffness after sitting

This is often referred to as runner’s knee (patellofemoral pain) — a very common condition in runners.

What To Do First

• Reduce running load temporarily
  Pushing through usually makes it worse
• Release tight muscles (especially quads)
  Tightness around the knee can increase stress on the joint
• Keep moving (within comfort)
  Complete rest isn’t always the answer
• Address it early
  The longer it’s left, the more stubborn it becomes

How I Can Help
My first priority is to accurately diagnose what’s driving your knee pain, not just treat the symptoms.
In clinic, the focus is:

• Hands-on treatment to reduce tension around the knee
• Identifying where you are in the injury cycle
• Addressing the real cause (not just the knee itself)
• Building a simple, effective rehab plan

I’ll also show you exactly what to do (and what to avoid) so you can keep progressing without making it worse.

The Goal
This isn’t just about settling pain. It’s about:

• Getting you back running
• Restoring confidence in your knee
• Preventing it from coming back again

Let’s get on top of it early and get you back running with confidence.