These articles have quotations from film adaptations of J.R.R. Tolkien's novel The Lord of the Rings and related works: 1  The Lord of the Rings.  J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings (1978)
This causes a twisting on the tibia and changes its relationship to your kneecap. This can cause tracking problems as well. If your quadriceps or hamstring muscles are too tight, they also will affect the mechanics of the knee and lead to compensation patterns that cause pain.
Knee pain is a common problem that often requires the help of a physical therapist to treat. Pain in the knee can be caused by many things including arthritis, trauma, or repetitive strain. Knee pain is a common running injury, and it may limit your ability to walk, run, or climb stairs.