Anterior Knee Pain

Anterior knee pain is pain that occurs in the anterior or central parts of the knee. There are several underlying causes of this pain, including for example patellafemoral instability or subluxation or Osgood-Schlatter’s disease. The pain may be aggravated by simple everyday activities  such as pressing an automobile brake pedal or remaining in a seated position for an extended period.In some cases, the patient may also report a degree of instability while traversing stairs or ramps. The feeling of instability may also be reported by those with overuse injuries. The braces below may be of assistance in combating this condition, but the advice of your physician should be obtained at the first stage.