Training on the Pendulum Hip Press

Peripatellar references the area around the knee joint. Patellofemoral pain refers to aching pain and/or inflammation in this area. In athletics, physically active individuals, the military and with runners it is one of the most common musculoskeletal overuse injuries. The condition is exacerbated by the numerous associated movements such as jumping, climbing, conditioning and other activities that are required to excel.

One of the important areas in preparation for sport is the inclusion of hip training to help offset peripatellar issues. 

Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy

Hip and Knee Strengthening Is More Effective Than Knee Strengthening Alone for Reducing Pain and Improving Activity in Individuals With Patellofemoral Pain: A Systematic Review With Meta-analysis

Journal of Athletic Training

Strengthening of the Hip and Core Versus Knee Muscles for the Treatment of Patellofemoral Pain: A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial

Brazilian Journal of Physics

Effectiveness of hip muscle strengthening in patellofemoral pain syndrome patients: a systematic review

British Journal of Sports Medicine

Does adding hip exercises to quadriceps exercises result in superior outcomes in pain, function and quality of life for people with knee osteoarthritis? A systematic review and meta-analysis

Journal of Orthopedics,Trauma and Rehabilitation 

Altered Hip Mechanics and Patellofemoral Pain. A Review of Literature

These studies are not to define the type of training one should select but only to reinforce that incorporating hip, core and knee development will reduce the chances of acquiring patellofemoral problems in athletics. 

Keep or Get your Hips Strong.