What is patellofemoral pain?

Also known as: knee pain, runner’s knee, jumper’s knee

Patellofemoral pain is a scientific term for describing knee pain that’s common among those who participate in sports. The source of the pain is often the kneecap and the front of the knee.

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Reviewed by: Craig Spurdle, MD

This page was last updated on: 1/29/2019 3:21:13 PM