Treatment of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
1. Activity Changes
Stop doing the activities that make your knee hurt until your pain is resolved. This may mean changing your training routine or switching to low-impact activities that will place less stress on your knee joint. Biking and swimming are good low-impact options. If you are overweight, losing weight will also help to reduce pressure on your knee.

2. The RICE Method
RICE stands for rest, ice, compression, and elevation.

Rest: Avoid putting weight on the painful knee.

Ice: Use cold packs for 20 minutes at a time, several times a day. Do not apply ice directly on skin.

Compression: To prevent additional swelling, lightly wrap the knee in an elastic bandage, leaving a hole in the area of the kneecap. Make sure that the bandage fits snugly and does not cause additional pain.

Elevation: As often as possible, rest with your knee raised up higher than your heart.

3. Medication
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen and naproxen can help reduce swelling and relieve pain.

If you pain persists or it becomes more difficult to move your knee, contact your doctor for a thorough evaluation.