How I Fixed Hoffa’s Fat Pad Impingement (Runner-Friendly Rehab Guide)

Front knee pain below the kneecap when running? In this video, I break down how I personally fixed Hoffa’s Fat Pad Impingement and how I rehab runners without jumping straight to injections, surgery, or endless rest. As a Physical Therapist and Run Coach, I see this condition constantly misdiagnosed as generic knee pain. For many runners (especially 30+), this is more of a load + mechanics problem than a structural “damage” problem. Inside this runner-friendly rehab guide, you’ll learn: • What Hoffa’s fat pad actually is (and why it gets irritated) • Key symptoms runners should NOT ignore • The real causes (overstriding, downhill running, knee lockout, load spikes) • Rehab principles that reduce irritation WITHOUT shutting down running forever • Glute, isometric, and strength progressions for pain-free return • Running modifications to stay fit while healing • Return-to-run criteria most runners skip I also explain why MRI findings don’t always equal the root cause of your pain and how smart load management often fixes what rest alone cannot. If you want access to the exact rehab roadmap + runner resources: Join my Free Running Pain Free Skool Group: https://www.skool.com/running-pain-fr... Want personalized help fixing your knee pain and running pain-free again? Apply for a 1:1 consultation call here: https://calendly.com/rayperalta/consult About Me: Dr. Ray Peralta, PT, DPT Physical Therapist + Run Coach I help runners (especially 35+ and busy adults) run faster, longer, and pain-free using a 3-run-per-week, strength-integrated method. Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice. If your pain is severe, worsening, or persistent, consult a qualified healthcare professional. #HoffasFatPad #HoffasSyndrome #KneePainRunning #RunnersKneePain #AnteriorKneePain #RunningInjury #InjuredRunner #PainFreeRunning