Patellar taping and bracing are thought to reduce chronic knee pain by increasing the patellofemoral contact area, which reduces stress in the knee joint. These interventions are popular, low-cost ...

Patellofemoral pain is one of the most common disorders affecting the knee. The level of pain patients experience intensifies by ascending and descending stairs, as well as participating in athletic ...

Objectives: To investigate the effect of patellar taping on the amplitude of electromyographic activity (EMG) of vasti activation in subjects with and without patellofemoral pain (PFP). Methods: Ten ...

older man with knee pain The National Athletic Trainers' Association has issued recommendations for identifying and managing patients with patellofemoral pain. HealthDay News — The National Athletic ...

Introduction Numerous athletes with patellar tendinopathy (PT) use a patellar strap or sports tape during sports aiming to reduce their pain. Despite that theories are suggested about the working ...

Kinesiology tape may provide support, reduce pain and swelling, and have other benefits. Some people use it to treat injuries and improve performance. Share on Pinterest Today, there are more than 50 ...

Want more tried and tested recommendations from the RW editors? Sign up to our monthly newsletter Kit Bag. Click here to subscribe. If you’ve found yourself suffering from runner’s knee (also known as ...

What Is Runner's Knee? Runner's knee isn't just for runners, and it’s not one particular injury. It's a broad term that describes kneecap pain that can result from many different problems. You might ...

If you’re living with knee osteoarthritis and are wary of exercise, don’t worry — you’re not alone. Many folks with the condition are concerned that exercise may put more strain on their joints and ...

Unfortunately, little injuries and muscle strains are pretty common for us runners. Fortunately, kinesio tape can give your muscles a little extra support. But knowing how and where exactly to tape ...