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Many people, especially athletes have complained of knee pain one time or another, especially during activities such as squats and stairclimbing. Instead of focusing in strictly on the knee joint, neighboring joints/muscles should be assessed as possible causes. For example, tight calf muscles and IT-band, weak gluteal muscles and poor motor control are contributing factors. Check out these videos for further information on possible corrective strategies. Also, make sure you attempt the painful motion following these corrective strategies to check for proper carry over. Pain should diminish noticeably.
PFPS part 1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kauwemDv0wo
PFPS part 2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0l623GQDoKo
Hope this helps
