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I do hiit training 5x/wk. i have a dull pain behind my knee cap that gets worse w/squatting. any ideas as to what it is or how to make it better? thx!
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Patellafemoral : It is usually from an abnormality of the patellafemoral joint, the most common is from chondromalacia. Strengthening your quad with knee in extension, such as in straight leg lifts can potentially be seen. Don't hesitate to be seen.
Answered 9/30/2018
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