Knee Pain

[dindy]

Hi .I have for the 1st time got some knee pain. I know a lot has been posted about knee pain but I will describe mine. I have not been overdoing it just gentle slow 2-3 k runs on tarmac. I started to have not really what I would call real bad pain in my knee/s but I can feel dull ache /pain in what seems to be boney part at bottom of inner knee, definitely is a bone not cartilage.

When I start my run I hope it does not get worse as I progress but in fact I foget all about it to be honest. When I get home the ache is still there and if I taps the bone with my finger is is sensitive to the touch. I do not notice the pain/ache during the day even if I am down on my knees doing something. 12 hours later again just the slightest of ache and still sensitive if I tap the bone.

Cannot find anything on web about my knee and wondering if anyone has any ideas. Not bad enough to get it checked out but wondering if there is any thing I can do for it?

Thank you

[Juhe]

Medial collateral ligament inflammation or a bursitis?? Maybe the usual rest, ibuprofen etc to start with?? Good luck.

[Irishprincess Graduate10]

If it doesn't get worse while you run then I wouldn't worry about it too much. Keep an eye on it and maybe experiment. Go for a long walk and see if it gets worse, is there any activity that triggers it? Wear different shoes. Can you try another pair of running shoes and see if that makes a difference?

I've had a niggly knee (different place to yours) for two years now and no one can tell me what's causing it. Our bodies are quite complex and one little change can alter our gait or the way we move.

If it gets worse or you're worried about it then it really is worth getting it checked out by a physio.

[davelinks Graduate10]

You run on tarmac all the time, maybe try mixing up the surfaces you run on, grass is a bit more forgiving... The link below gives some idea..

self.com/story/running-surf...

[dindy Graduate10]

Thanks for all you advice. I will if possible run on the verges at side of road but all depends on how often & when the council cut them.Just lately they seem to be lacking in that dept as grass sometimes is around 30 cm (1ft) tall!!

I had a gait test done b4 I purchased shoes and I am neutral and run in brooks ghost 10 which by all accounts are the best when it comes to cushioning. Mind you these are the one & only pair I have ever tried so cannot really compare with other brands. Having said that they are so comfortable & light, as long as you get the correct size.

May be a factor or even a coincidence but a couple of weeks ago I had a twisted pelvis which stopped me dead for a few days. I know from past experience that once my pelvis twists out it can take a couple of weeks b4 it settles down and stays in place.

On purpose I have been only running 2-3 k and slowing way way down and I was wondering if this could of had an effect? Does slowing right down and shortening your stride make you or help towards heel strike. I only ask this as from what I read heel strike can cause hip & knee pain. I have the knee pain + a stiff and slightly painful lower back.

I have found during the day I forget I even got a bad knee/s as it does not hurt at all. This morning had to go to town and was walking around for about 30-40 mins and right knee started to get a bit uncomfortable.

Why do sell knee supports in black or blue?? why not flesh colour so they blend into your leg,sorry just being vain(-:

[mrrun Graduate10]

I learned never to mess with knees again. Many will feel occasional niggles that come and go, but for anything more suspicious, painful or lasting, forget about Google, time wasting or friendly GP, and jump right to a physio. Prevention saves you time, money and pain. When it comes to those three, my knee injury made me a graduate with distinction.

[sallenson Graduate10]

Best to be on the safe side and see a sorts physio if you can find a local one. GPs will likely say "Don't run".

If your gait is okay you won't be heel striking I wouldn't have thought. And if you were you'd feel it in your shins. And boy do they hurt when they want to.

Sounds to me like it's just your ligaments sorting themselves out. If they don't hurt when your running and it's just annoying pain otherwise and walking is fine they'll sort themselves out after the first couple of weeks.

But mrrun is spot on. Don't take any chances and get some sensible advice. You only have two knees and we want them in good shape!!

[dindy Graduate10]

No pain in shins so that is good. Been thinking of the physio advice given and I think that is a good idea. I would try to "run" through the pain i the hope it is minor & go away but that is foolish. I expect the physio would not only diagnose what is going on but perhaps exercises to help. Been looking on web and could not believe there is a sports physio only 6 mins walk from me working from his house. Been physio for 10 years so plenty of experience.