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Physio for Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome in Chelmsford, Essex

At Chelmsford Physio, we help people recover from Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner’s Knee) with clear, practical physiotherapy. Based at Riverside in Chelmsford, we assess your knee, reduce pain, improve movement and guide you back to sport with confidence using proven rehab plans tailored to you.

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, often called Runner’s Knee, is a common sports injury that causes pain around the front of the knee. It usually gets worse with running, stairs, squatting or sitting for long periods.



At Chelmsford Physio, we start with a full assessment to understand what is driving your pain. This may include muscle weakness, poor movement control, tight tissues or training overload. From there, we build a clear treatment plan.

Your physiotherapy for Runner’s Knee may include hands-on treatment, targeted strengthening, mobility work and advice on running technique or activity levels. We also provide home exercises to speed recovery and reduce flare-ups.

Our goal is simple: ease pain, restore strength and help you return to sport safely. Whether you are a runner, footballer or gym-goer, we tailor treatment to your goals and lifestyle, not just your symptoms.

Recovery from Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome depends on how long symptoms have been present and how well rehab is followed. Mild cases may improve within a few weeks. Longer-term Runner’s Knee can take several months.

Early treatment often leads to faster results. With the right physiotherapy, many people notice reduced pain and better movement within the first few sessions. Building strength around the hips and knees is key, as is improving control during sport.

We guide you through each stage of recovery, from pain relief to progressive loading and return-to-running plans. You will also learn how to manage training volume and avoid common triggers.

Consistency matters. Following your exercise programme and pacing activity correctly makes a big difference. Our aim is not just short-term relief, but long-lasting results that help prevent future knee pain.

If Runner’s Knee is stopping you from enjoying sport or daily life, physiotherapy can help. At Chelmsford Physio, we support people across Chelmsford and the surrounding areas with focused, evidence-based care for sports injuries.

We take time to listen, assess properly and create clear recovery plans that fit real lives. From first appointment to return to activity, we stay with you every step.

If you are dealing with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome and want expert support close to home, our team is ready to help you move better, feel stronger and get back to doing what you love.