If you’ve been experiencing referred pain in your knee, it may be connected to your gluteus. The gluteus is a large muscle group that includes the gluteus maximus, medius, and minimus. These muscles are responsible for extending, rotating, and abducting the hip. When these muscles aren’t functioning properly, it can put stress on the knee and cause referred pain.
When the gluteus is in a state of tension, it can pull on the hamstrings and hip flexors. This can cause tightness and pain in your knee.
