(Health-NewsWire.Net, February 15, 2016 ) Exeter, Devon -- Runners knee can be a crippling condition, where pain is experienced in the area of the knee cap or patella. Nigel Manning, from Up-4-It.fit, explains "Our Open Patella Knee Brace can make a big difference for people experiencing this kind of pain." At first sight, overuse seems to be the obvious cause of runners knee. But in fact a variety of root causes could be to blame. Trauma to the knee, poor posture or running technique, weak or imbalanced muscles, and running on a hard surface may lead to knee pain. There is no age group where runners knee is prevalent, but it does stand to reason that as runners age, so they are more likely to experience wear or degeneration of the cartilage in the knee and the possible onset of arthritis. A diagnosis of runners knee can be confirmed with an MRI scan. In the majority of cases, the application of RICE, Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation forms the basis for treatment. Sometimes surgery may be advised by doctors. Once the pain has eased a program of exercise should begin, addressing the particular issue that is thought to have caused the problem - for example, performing movements in front of a mirror or video recorder to develop correct posture and movement patterns . However, prevention is better than cure. Measures that can help to ward off runners knee include warm ups and conventional stretches before and after running, and using foam rollers. Runners should also keep themselves at a healthy weight to avoid adding undue load on the knees.
Runners should gradually build up how far or fast they run, and listen to their bodies; if they experience any pains or niggles they should consult a doctor. And they should make sure they have the right footwear. Nigel Manning says "If you do any research at all into this condition, you will see that doctors, physiotherapists, coaches, personal trainers, runners, everyone, is saying you must have the right running shoes for your foot type and gait."
Runners should ensure even muscle development by doing complete leg exercise, not simply concentrating on the running muscles. They should look after hips and ankles too, because problems here will transfer to knee problems.
"Runners knee can be a minor issue or a real problem for many athletes," says Manning. "Our Open Patella Knee Brace can help, and what's more, we have a no hassle returns policy, so if it's not for you you can always send it back."
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Up-4-It.fit believes in living life to the full, and not letting knee pain get in the way of an active lifestyle. Up-4-It.fit supplies a product which enables customers to overcome limiting health issues.
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