Running Injuries

    Runner's Knee or Something Else?

    Leigh BoyleUpdated February 2026

    When it comes to running injuries, Runner's Knee (aka PFS or Patellofemoral Syndrome) is easily one of the most common.

    It's also one of the most commonly overused diagnoses as anything in the front of the knee gets lumped into that PFS group. That's why in this video I go through the three most common overuse injuries in the knee and talk about what they have in common, and what they do not.

    For those of you battling knee symptoms, here are three self treatment plans to get you started:

    Remember... the knee is the middle man. Take a step back to look at the entire leg chain to make sure knee symptoms don't stick around!

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    James Dunne
    James Dunne

    Having trained as a sports rehabilitation therapist, James now works exclusively with distance runners, helping athletes from beginner to pro to run stronger and pain free. Formerly a professional rugby player, James' transition into distance running has taught him what his body is capable of, a process which is ongoing!

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