Knee pain?

[wurkit_gurl]

Sounds like itliotibial band friction syndrome to me.

I would search ITB, or something from above on this forum. It's a very common problem in cyclists and runners. I'm sure you'll find lots of useful information.

Thanks, ladies. I am definitely going to get my knee checked asap (I literally got my new insurance card last week). My knee has bothered me on and off for a few years, so it's got to be from dancing, since I don't ever run (cuz I don't really like to), and it was before I got a bike. But from what I read about ITB, it definitely seems like something that could have happened from dancing, which can be very hard on your knees.

[Susan Campbell]

Yes get it checked with xrays.
I had a patella that wasn't tracking. They did surgery on it 15 years ago, now they just give you physio to strengthen the muscles that hold the patella in place.

Get your bike fitted. I went from having pains from my knees to my neck.
REALLY BAD Pains. The first ride after the fitting. Nothing but my knees and they were much better, which I know know from recent xrays, that I have Osteo Arthritus in the knees.

The fitting was free, but the cost of having a new bar stem and the bars cut to fit my shoulders and simple adjustments in the seat location were unbelievable improvements. I'd been moving the seat up/down but it wasn't enough on it's own.

good luck

[RoadRaven]

Well, when I saw the topic, I was gonna post what Mimi posted...

But if its been before the ride as you have just said, well, best wishes in finding an answer...

But do also check your bike fit, as that may aggravate whatever is causing the pain.

[F8th637]

I was recently diagnosed with osteoarthritis as well as slippage of my kneecap and your symptoms sound pretty similar especially since you danced for all those years. Have them looked at. I had X-rays done to my knees and did some physical therapy which helped a lot. I then decided to take up cycling to help strengthen the muscles that kept my kneecap in place. It's really helped me out a lot. Good luck and keep us posted!