If you’ve tried traditional patella straps and found them only marginally helpful, this is the first product I’ve seen that ...

That’s right, the knees. Usually, treatment for knee pain starts with a combination of physical therapy (PT) and knee brace support. Each type of knee brace is designed to support a particular knee ...

At CES 2026, where attention is hard-won and novelty is everywhere, Xtand managed to do something increasingly rare: stop ...

Medically reviewed by Amy Kwan, PT Key Takeaways Patellar tendonitis happens when the tendon becomes inflamed and irritated. Resting and avoiding activities that cause pain in the knee is important ...

Q: I have a beginning runner with weak tendons / muscles around her knee area according to our school trainer. She has requested a cho-pat strap. Are these effective for runners? What is your opinion?

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. When you start clocking up the miles, you may find that you ...

One of the most common overuse bicycling injuries involves the knee. Chondromalacia patella, patellar and quadriceps tendinitis and patellofemoral pain syndrome are common diagnoses of anterior knee ...

Your knee is the largest joint in your body. The kneecap, or patella, is the bone that covers your knee. The patella provides a mechanical advantage to the quadriceps muscle, which allows your legs to ...

The patella is a small, triangular bone that protects the front of the knee. People who fracture their kneecap may have difficulty walking. Most people can return to typical activities within 3–6 ...