Playing pickleball puts a lot of strain on your knees. Whether sprinting to the net, making quick side-to-side movements, or jumping for a shot, your knees absorb much impact. One common issue pickleball players face is patellofemoral dysfunction—a condition where the kneecap (patella) and the immediate surrounding area develop pain. This pain is often related. . .
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Patellofemoral Dysfunction — Pain in the Knee
From the time we are young, our knees are under a lot of stress. Between falling off your bike, jumping, walking, running, and climbing, your knees take the brunt of the force and can become painful. One of the most common causes of knee pain is patellofemoral dysfunction or a problem with the kneecap itself.. . .