Knee pain is one of the most common complaints we see, and for good reason: the knee is a hard-working, weight-bearing joint that we rely on with every step, stair and squat. Pain here can come from the joint itself, the tendons and muscles around it, the cushioning bursae, the ligaments, or even be referred […]
Knee Pain
Knee pain is one of the most common joint complaints, affecting everyone from active sportspeople to those simply finding stairs more of a struggle than they used to be. As a major weight-bearing joint, the knee is asked to be both stable and mobile, which leaves it vulnerable to a range of problems. At Back […]
Knee Tendonitis
Knee tendonitis is irritation of one of the tendons around the knee — most often the patellar tendon just below the kneecap, the cause of the familiar “jumper’s knee”. It is a common overuse injury in active people, particularly those who run, jump or play sport, and it usually responds well to a sensible, graded […]
Knee Bursitis
Knee bursitis is irritation of one of the small, fluid-filled sacs that cushion the knee, causing pain and often visible swelling around the joint. It is frequently linked to kneeling, pressure or overuse — the front-of-knee form was once so common in domestic workers that it earned the name “housemaid’s knee”. It is usually a […]
Hamstring Strain
A hamstring strain is an injury to the muscles at the back of the thigh, and it is one of the most common injuries in running and sprinting sports. It can range from a minor niggle to a more significant tear, and it has a particular reputation for recurring if not rehabilitated properly — which […]
Quadriceps Strain
A quadriceps strain is an injury to the large, powerful muscle group at the front of the thigh, which straightens the knee and helps drive running, jumping and kicking. It is a common injury in sprint- and kick-based sports, and although it can sideline you for a while, the great majority recover well with a […]
Thigh Muscle Strain
A thigh muscle strain is an injury to one of the large muscle groups of the upper leg, or thigh — the quadriceps at the front, the hamstrings at the back, or the adductors on the inner side. These are among the most common injuries in sport and active life, and while they can be […]
Shin Pain (Shin Splints)
Shin pain — often called shin splints — is a common complaint among runners and other active people, felt along the front or inner edge of the lower leg. It is typically an overuse problem, brought on by doing too much too soon, and it usually responds well to sensible load management and addressing the […]