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Look after my knees after a marathon?

Contrary to common belief, running can be good for your knees. Studies show it doesn’t cause arthritis in later life and that, in actual fact, it may help relieve some pain for those who suffer from arthritic knees. How can you best look after your knees if you prefer running long distance?

Not only is running a great way to keep fit, it also helps improve circulation and bone density, which deteriorates as we age,” says Dr Robin Chatterjee, Consultant in Musculoskeletal, Sport & Exercise Medicine atThe Lister Hospital (hcahealthcare. co.uk). “It’s also important to keep fit and active to ward off a number of common health problems such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease and even some cancers,” he adds.

Looking after your knee health as a longer-distance runner is not just about care after the fact, Chatterjee says. Looking after your knees after a marathon is far too late; you need to start your care before and during your training programme, not just when you cross the finish line. Dr Chatterjee says:“Caring for your knees before, during and after a marathon will help you maintain good knee health and prevent long-term injury, particularly runner’s knee.” Runner’s knee is a common knee condition for runners, and usually presents itself as a dull pain on the knee cap.This can be caused by how you run, a weakness or imbalance in the muscles that support your knee, or a misalignment in your gait.

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