Stretching Won’t Fix Knee Pain With Running … This Will

04/11/2025 5 min

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If you’re an injured runner we can help you get back to running pain-free.Click the link to book a free call with ushttps://matthewboydphysio.com/booking/Running Fundamentals Coursehttps://matthewboydphysio.com/running-fundamentals-course/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/matthewboydphysio/Related YouTube videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9KoZg3RSummaryIn this episode, Matthew Boyd discusses the misconceptions surrounding knee pain in runners, emphasizing that stretching is not an effective solution. He explains that knee pain is often due to a lack of strength and resilience rather than tightness. Through his personal experience with IT band pain, he illustrates how running can serve as a form of rehabilitation by building strength and toughness in the knee. Boyd encourages runners to focus on strength training and running as a means to prevent and recover from injuries.TakeawaysStretching won't fix knee pain with running.Knee pain is not caused by tightness.The real problem is a lack of strength.Running puts stress on knee structures.Pain signals indicate the knee can't handle stress.Building strength makes the knee more resilient.Running can be a form of rehabilitation.Personal experience shows running aids recovery.Focus on strength training to prevent injuries.Consult professionals for tailored rehabilitation.