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    • Running injuries are common among athletes who run 20 miles or more weekly.
    • Knee pain is a frequent complaint, impacting performance and training.
    • Understanding the causes and treatments for running-related knee issues is crucial for injury prevention.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate and treat knee problems in runners.
    • To identify common knee disorders among high-mileage runners.
    • To analyze contributing factors and treatment outcomes for running-related knee pain.

    Main Methods:

    • Establishment of a dedicated runners' clinic.
    • Retrospective analysis of patient data from the first year of operation.
    • Clinical evaluation and diagnosis of knee conditions in 161 runners.
    • Documentation of treatment strategies, primarily conservative.

    Main Results:

    • 49 out of 161 runners presented with knee disorders.
    • Patellofemoral pain (15 patients) and iliotibial band pain (14 patients) were prevalent.
    • Medial or lateral knee pain affected 20 patients.
    • Extremity malalignment and pre-existing conditions were identified as contributing factors.

    Conclusions:

    • Conservative treatment and activity modification are effective for most running-related knee issues.
    • Sudden increases in workout intensity should be avoided to prevent knee problems.
    • Runners experiencing knee pain benefit from specialized evaluation and tailored treatment plans.