Knees hurt after sitting at my desk
I’m 37, 5’5”, and work as a graphic designer, so I’m at my desk about 8 hours a day. I love my job, but I’ve been struggling with knee pain that’s getting really frustrating.
It started in both knees (front and back), and over time my hamstrings and the front of my thighs started hurting too. I thought sitting was the problem, so I bought a standing desk. Then I realized standing for 20–30 minutes also caused pain. I even bought an ergonomic chair and now alternate between sitting and standing every 20 minutes, but nothing seems to help, bad no luck.
In May 2026, my doctor diagnosed me with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS). She gave me some exercises and I’ve been doing my exercises twice a day, along with heat and ice therapy, but I honestly don’t feel like I’m improving.
Has anyone else dealt with this? Did anything help? I’m open to any advice or hearing about your experience because this has been really affecting my ability to work.
Thanks for your time.