Introduction
Knee pain is extremely common among runners in NYC, especially those training through Brooklyn streets, Bensonhurst neighborhoods, and Manhattan’s Chelsea routes.
At ProKinetics Physical Therapy, we help runners eliminate pain and return to running stronger and more efficient.
Common Causes
1. Overuse
- Repetitive strain from running volume
2. Muscle Imbalances
- Weak hips or glutes
- Tight quadriceps or hamstrings
3. Poor Running Mechanics
- Incorrect foot strike
- Knee misalignment
4. Footwear Issues
- Lack of support or worn shoes
Types of Knee Pain in Runners
- Runner’s knee (patellofemoral pain)
- IT band syndrome
- Patellar tendinitis
How Physical Therapy Helps
Movement Analysis
- Identifying biomechanical faults
Pain Reduction
- Manual therapy
- Load management
Strength Training
- Hip and glute strengthening
- Knee stabilization
Running Form Correction
- Gait retraining
- Step efficiency improvement
Conclusion
At ProKinetics Brooklyn (Bensonhurst) and Manhattan (Chelsea), we help runners recover from knee pain and prevent it from returning so they can stay active long-term.
