Hi, thanks for writing to HCM. There are numerous causes and conditions that produce pain in the knee joint. One of the commonest conditions that affects your age people is Patello-femoral arthritis (wear & tear in the cartilage of the kneecap & thigh bone) A detailed clinical examination & a few investigations are needed to establish a correct diagnosis of your problem. The general recommendations for Anterior knee pain are as follows - - Avoid any activities that increase the pain such as climbing stairs and deep knee bending movements. - Use over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen as & when needed - Weight loss alone will often fix the problem if you are substantially overweight. - Specific exercises can strengthen the muscles that support your knees and control limb alignment, such as your quadriceps, hamstrings and the muscles around your hips. I suggest you to consult an orthopedic surgeon for further management. Hope this information is helpful. Good day