Stop the Grind, Click, Pop - Runner's Knee Relief in Miami
That grinding, stabbing pain behind your kneecap isn't just inflammation. It's your quad and IT band pulling your kneecap off-track with every step. Our robotic therapy is designed to work on tight muscles from hip to knee that standard treatments often miss. Many clients start back on the track after a few sessions.*
Running is impossible:That morning run at Douglas Park or Crandon Park is gone. Every step feels like someone is jamming a knife under your kneecap, forcing you to stop after just a block when you used to run marathons.
Stairs become torture:Going downstairs is absolute hell. You have to go sideways one at a time. Your commute on Florida Turnpike to Kendall means limping up office stairs while coworkers watch.
Daily life suffers:Sitting at your desk all day makes it worse, then getting up is torture. Even a casual walk through Alice Wainwright Park with your kids brings tears to your eyes when you try to squat down.
South Florida residents don't have to give up the activities they love.
Maybe It's Not Your Kneecap After All.
The pain is in your knee, but the muscles controlling your kneecap start at your hip. When those muscles stay tight, they keep pulling on the kneecap with every step. That's why treatments focused only on the knee often don't last.
Runner's Knee Relief at TheraMax
Runner's knee happens when your kneecap doesn't glide smoothly in its groove. Instead of tracking straight, it grinds and catches with every bend. That's the stabbing pain people describe, the feeling of bone on bone. But your kneecap doesn't move on its own. It's controlled by muscles in your quad, IT band, and hip. When those muscles stay tight, they pull on the kneecap and keep it tracking wrong. Our robotic therapy is designed to work on tight, deep muscles, from hip to knee, not just the spot that hurts. When that tension releases, the grinding often eases up.
Clients often report they can:
Run without that stabbing pain behind their kneecap
Walk up and down stairs normally without going sideways
Squat, kneel, and play with their kids again pain-free
No Rx
No Injections
No Surgery
Real Results From Real People
Hear from clients who found relief with TheraMax Miami
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What Makes Our Approach Different
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Physical Therapy
Approach:Strengthening exercises and stretching protocols for quad and hip muscles
Timeframe:8-12 weeks of sessions
Effectiveness:Can help mild cases but often takes months with minimal results
People tell us they did 6 months of PT and saw maybe 10% improvement. Strengthening tight, misaligned muscles often doesn't work until the tightness is addressed first.
Cortisone Injections
Approach:Steroid injections to reduce inflammation around the kneecap
Timeframe:Recovery time varies by procedure
Effectiveness:Provides temporary relief but doesn't address muscle tightness
Cortisone helped for maybe 2 weeks, then back to square one. That's what we hear over and over. It reduces inflammation but doesn't change the muscles pulling on your kneecap.
Foam Rolling
Approach:Self-massage with a foam roller on quads and IT band
Timeframe:Weekly sessions, temporary relief
Effectiveness:May provide temporary relief but limited depth and consistency
Foam rolling can help loosen surface tension, but it's hard to reach the deep muscles from hip to knee that control your kneecap. Most people find the relief doesn't last.
Physical Therapy
Approach:Strengthening exercises and stretching protocols for quad and hip muscles
Timeframe:8-12 weeks of sessions
Effectiveness:Can help mild cases but often takes months with minimal results
People tell us they did 6 months of PT and saw maybe 10% improvement. Strengthening tight, misaligned muscles often doesn't work until the tightness is addressed first.
Cortisone Injections
Approach:Steroid injections to reduce inflammation around the kneecap
Timeframe:Recovery time varies by procedure
Effectiveness:Provides temporary relief but doesn't address muscle tightness
Cortisone helped for maybe 2 weeks, then back to square one. That's what we hear over and over. It reduces inflammation but doesn't change the muscles pulling on your kneecap.
Foam Rolling
Approach:Self-massage with a foam roller on quads and IT band
Timeframe:Weekly sessions, temporary relief
Effectiveness:May provide temporary relief but limited depth and consistency
Foam rolling can help loosen surface tension, but it's hard to reach the deep muscles from hip to knee that control your kneecap. Most people find the relief doesn't last.
Understanding Runner's Knee
The kneecap slides in a groove. It shouldn't grind.
The patella sits in a shallow groove at the front of the knee, held in place by the quadriceps, patellar tendon, and IT band. Years of running, squatting, and even sitting at a desk cause these muscles to shorten and stay tight. When they tighten, they pull the kneecap slightly off its track. That's when the grinding and clicking starts. The sounds aren't cartilage wearing away. They're friction from a kneecap that's no longer gliding where it should.
Real Runner's Knee Client Reviews from Miami
Julie Rodriguez
I’ve been training for a marathon, and after a tough 16 mile run, I started experiencing knee pain. I decided to try Theramax, and I’m so glad I did! The team at their Coral Gables location was amazing, friendly and made you feel comfortable as soon as you walked through the door. Their robotic therapy treatments were unlike anything I’ve tried before, and they targeted the exact areas that were causing me discomfort. After just one session, I felt a reduction in my pain, and I was able to continue my training with more confidence. The staff is knowledgeable, professional, and really care about your progress. I highly recommend Theramax for anyone dealing with sports-related pain or just looking to enhance recovery. They’ve been a game changer in my marathon training journey!
Travis Bono
Cassandra and Kevin are both very knowledgable and professional. They helped me alleviate some pain in my hip that was caused from running and sent me home with some stretches to do in between sessions. Highly recommended for anyone that has PT needs!
Adriel Ramos
I recently visited Theramax Robotic Physical Therapy for a routine tune-up as a frequent runner. Even though I wasn't experiencing any pain, I wanted to ensure my body was functioning optimally. I'm glad I did! The experience was fantastic. The staff was incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to understand my needs as a runner. They used advanced robotic technology to assess my movement patterns and check for any alignment issues. What impressed me most was their proactive approach. Instead of just treating existing problems, they identified potential areas of concern and provided exercises to strengthen and improve my biomechanics. Leaving Theramax, I felt more confident in my body's ability to withstand the demands of running. I highly recommend Theramax Robotic Physical Therapy to any athlete looking to improve performance and prevent future injuries.
What Our Miami Clients Say About Their Results
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Richard Lovett
Oct 2024
"Great experience at Theramax. I went in for right knee pain and after three session my pain went from an 8 to a 2. After the work day my knee would be in lots of pain and now it no longer is. Great staff and lots of knowledge I highly recommend this place."
Annabella Rivera
Aug 2024
"(Translated by Google) I'm happy with the robotic treatment. The care was excellent, and Natalia was very caring and explained every step of the procedure very well. I felt relief from my knee pain after two sessions. Thank you to the staff. (Original) Estoy contenta con el tratamiento del robot la atencion muy buena y Natalia muy cariñosa y explica muy bien cada paso de lo que me hace. En dos secciones he sentido mejoria del dolor de rodilla. Gracias al staff."
Roger Duarte
Jul 2024
"I recently had the pleasure of experiencing the robotic therapy at Theramax, and i can't recommend it enough! After just two appointments, I noticed significant relief from my back and knee pain.The RX2600 Therapeutic Robot applies precise pressure that truly targets muscle tension, making a remarkable difference in my comfort levels.The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, ensuring a great experience. If you are struggling with pain, give Theramax a try-you won't regret it! Five stars all the way!"
miladis farias
Oct 2025
"After struggling with sciatica pain for months, I gave TheraMax Miami a try. Mylene and Cassandra are miracle workers. The shooting pain down my leg is gone after 5 sessions! I had never even heard of the psoas muscle and how it can cause back pain. So glad my sister told me about this place."
Borja Malo Casado
Oct 2025
"I went for plantar fasciitis pain, and it was such an amazing experience. All the service was unbelievable, from the check in to the end. Cassandra was outstanding, she was very knowledgeable and also very friendly and outgoing. Highly recommend it!"
Stelin Rojas
Sep 2025
"Thank you to the folks at Theramax, after 4 sessions my sciatica pain has been greatly reduced. I’ve been able to slowly return to the gym and feel that I am on my way to a full recovery. Highly recommend."
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Anna Demeo
Aug 2025
"I was really unsure about doing this but I hate getting injections and taking medicine so I thought what the hell..... We'll Im so happy I did..... Cassie who was the therapist at the time was so good at what she did she really helped me for 5 days after I had no pain..... im definitely going back for another treatment... the atmosphere was great loved being there.... Cassie was amazing love her can't wait to go back. Waleska at the front desk was so helpful and very sweet..... I had a personal problem I couldn't make it to the first appointment and she was so understanding and even asked 🙃..... love this place and it helps...."
Emma Salas
Aug 2025
"(Translated by Google) A unique experience, the staff is very professional and friendly! It's worth a try. (Original) Una experiencia diferente, el personal muy profesional y muy amable! Vale la pena probarlo"
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Giorgio Rosati
May 2025
"Awesome experience, truly solved the issued of my static hips and sciatica pain"
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Manny Delarosa
May 2025
"Highly recommend! Shoulder issue tried different things. Was unsure at first but glad I went it’s amazing. The technology is incredible and the staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. 100% go"
Jacquelyn “Jacqui” Powell Bendele
May 2025
"I saw the website for Theramax when I was on vacation in Miami. My shoulder muscles were so tight I could barely turn my head. :-/ Waleska was able to schedule me into a last minute appointment and I am so grateful that she did! I am really feeling great after the treatment. I have also continued to use my percussion gun in the same spots, so the muscle continues to loosen. My treatment was certainly a success!"
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Michael Gubieda
May 2025
"Everyone was very friendly, top to bottom. They were very knowledgable about their product, including providing a brief demonstration which I really enjoyed. Innovative technology!"
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to your questions about robotic therapy
The clicking freaks me out. Is something breaking in there?
We hear this from runners throughout Miami-Dade County. That clicking isn't bone crumbling. It's your kneecap rubbing where it shouldn't because tight muscles are pulling it off-track. Our robotic therapy is designed to reach those deep muscles with sustained pressure that foam rollers can't match. When they release, the kneecap settles back into its groove and the clicking usually quiets down.
I did 6 months of PT and saw maybe 10% improvement. Why would this be any different?
PT strengthens muscles that are already tight. That's like tightening a rope that's already pulling too hard. Our robotic therapy releases that tension first. It reaches deep muscles from hip to knee with sustained pressure a therapist can't maintain. Once those muscles let go, strengthening actually works.
I used to run Douglas Park every morning. Now I can barely walk a block. Is running just over for me?
For most people, no. What you're dealing with is usually a tension problem, not structural damage. The muscles controlling your kneecap have tightened over years. Our robotic therapy is designed to reach those deep muscles and release what's been building up. When it lets go, people get back to running. We've seen clients return to Crandon Park and train for races again.
The pain hits at mile 2 like clockwork. Am I making it worse by pushing through?
You're not causing permanent damage, but you're aggravating tissue that's already irritated. The real problem is tight muscles causing friction. Our robotic therapy reaches those muscles with pressure that actually changes them. When the tension releases, people tell us that mile-2 wall finally disappears.
I've had this for over a year. Is it too late?
We see Miami runners who've dealt with this for years. Chronic cases often respond well. The tension doesn't go away with time. It just sits there. Our robotic therapy is designed to reach deep muscles that have been tight for years. After your first session, we can tell you what we're finding and give you a realistic picture.
*The statements on this page have not been evaluated by the FDA. TheraMax does not diagnose any medical conditions. Robotic muscular therapy services are not intended to treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Individual results may vary. Client testimonials represent their personal experiences. Consult your healthcare provider before beginning any new treatment program.
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Strategically located between Brickell and Coral Gables, our clinic is just 5 minutes from Coconut Grove and a quick drive from Downtown Miami, South Beach, and Wynwood. Whether you work downtown or live in the surrounding neighborhoods, we're easy to reach.
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