Anterior knee pain with barbell squats

Anterior knee pain with barbell squats

Sunday, February 25, 2024

Anterior knee pain can be a common complaint among those who regularly engage in barbell squats. Squats are an effective exercise for building lower body strength and inducing hypertrophy of the quads and glutes, but certain factors can lead to pain in the front of the knee while squatting. In this blog post, we will discuss common causes and treatments for anterior knee pain while squatting. Read more

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Patellar Tendinopathy aka Jumper’s Knee – for Basketball and Jumping Athletes

Patellar Tendinopathy aka Jumper’s Knee – for Basketball and Jumping Athletes

Monday, February 12, 2024

Patellar tendinopathy, aka “Jumper’s knee”, is a common painful condition that affects many athletes, particularly those who do high volumes of jumping. Appropriate load management and exercise interventions are first-line treatments to manage this painful condition. With some education, patience and simple exercises, most individuals can overcome jumper’s knee and get back to the activities they love without pain. Read more

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