Patellofemoral pain syndrome, jumper’s knee, or runner’s knee is the common cause of front knee pain that occurs when the cartilage under the kneecap is damaged. The damage may be due to an injury or overuse. Some conservative treatments include the RICE method (rest properly, ice packs, compressions, elevate the legs). Pain medication can also help relieve pain. Sometimes a massage from a therapist may be required. Exercise to prevent this syndrome includes leg extensions and quadriceps stretch.
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