Runners Knee
Also known as patello-femoral pain (PFP), runner’s knee is one of the most common running injuries. There are several reasons why you may be experiencing pain in your kneecap, which is often at its most acute just after exercise. These include injury to the cartilage beneath the kneecap, a muscle imbalance or tightness. It is important to see a specialist if the pain in your kneecap persists.