Knee Injuries
Knee injuries are the most common. Both acute and chronic are thought to account for about 40% of all running and running related injuries.
* Old Meniscus Tears - Medial more common. Results in periodic bouts of swelling and pain. Usually symptomatic periods will decrease. If not meniscus surgery may be warranted.
* Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome - Muscle imbalances, patella tracking errors and chondromalacia patella.
* Stress fractures - Pain made worse while weight bearing, may be pinpoint. Need bone scan for definitive diagnosis.