Brief Answer:
Palatofemoral Pain is what this sounds like. What shoes are you wearing?

Detailed Answer:
Hi Prathik, Thanks for coming to HealthCareMagic.

From what you've described, I believe you have runners knee. We call it Pallatofemoral pain since we doctors like calling things by very complicated names. The pain you are suffering from can be described by this quite well and if this is worsening then it means you need to cut back on the duration or intensity of your running to bring this under control for the time being. You might be stressing the knee joint more than it is ready for.

This means that either you running style or your shoes have lead to some instability during your run. I would strongly suggest you talk to a physical therapist about your issue and have them train you in a good running style (most of us runners start with a bad style, it doesn't matter so much when running on a treadmill, but on hard unyeilding pavement and in traffic, it matters a great deal) . At the same time, have them examine the arch of your foot and make sure that the running shoes you are using are providing the support that you require. If you have a high arch, you might need orthotic insoles (special insoles that you can buy at a surgical or medical shop) to help support the arch.

Finally rest yourself a bit and make sure the pain goes away, if the pain diminishes, then you know that the pain you have been feeling is due to a STRAIN, not a TEAR. If the pain gets worse or doesn't go away, or if swelling developed in the knee, you will need an MRI of the knee and a consult with a good Orthopedic specialist.

Sports like running are best gradually built up and if you possibly can, try and find a space where you can run safely without the fear of dodging traffic.

For occasional pain relief you an rest, use ice packs on the knee (20mins XXXXXXX contact with skin) and OTC pain killers like Paracetamol or Ibuprofen.

I hope this helps. Enjoy your runs!

Vinay

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