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Chondromalacia Patella (Patellofemoral Pain)

Normally defined as softening and degeneration of the soft tissue underneath the kneecap leading to pain associated with bending and straightening of the knee.

Risk Factors

more common in young adults

affects more women then men

common in runner's or anyone involved in a sport that stresses the knees by overuse or overloading

history of knee dislocation or fracture

Symptoms

knee tenderness

front knee pain that worsens after prolonged sitting

pain or discomfort that worsens with stairs or arising out of a seated posture

sense of grinding in the knee whenever it is bent and straightened

Treatments

rest

ice

non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

physical therapy

increasing strength of quadriceps, adductors and iliotibial (IT) band while stretching hamstrings

soft tissue therapies / massage

cortisone injections

surgery

Prevention

stretch and warm-up prior to activity

perform regular exercises to improve strength and flexibility of the quadriceps, hamstring, adductor and IT band

avoid activities that are stressfull to the knee

increase activity level gradually

lose weight

wear proper shoes for the activity

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The information contained on this page is not intended to diagnose or treat any condition but is provided for information only.
Contact your health care provider if you have any questions.

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Chondromalacia Patella (Patellofemoral Pain)

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