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Runner’s knee

Teri BurgessThis article covers Runner’s Knee (also known as Chondromalacia) and is provided by Teri Burgess, resident Physiotherapist, from time-to-run Cape Town

Runner’s Knee Definition and Treatment

Definition: A softening or wearing away and cracking of the cartilage under the kneecap, resulting in pain and inflammation. The cartilage becomes like sandpaper because the kneecap is not riding smoothly over the knee. [Read more…]

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