Knee Pain

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Knee Pain
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Knee Pain (Chondromalacia Patella)

Chondromalacia patella (knee pain) is the softening and breakdown of the tissue (cartilage) on the underside of the kneecap (patella). Pain results when the knee and the thigh bone (femur) rub together. Dull, aching pain and/or a feeling of grinding when the knee is flexed may occur. The most common way to treat symptoms of chondromalacia patella is to rest the knee.[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ custom_padding=”1px||12px|||”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ custom_margin=”9px|||||”]

What is chondromalacia patella?

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What causes chondromalacia patella?

Chondromalacia patella often occurs when the undersurface of the kneecap comes in contact with the thigh bone causing swelling and pain. Abnormal knee cap positioning, tightness or weakness of the muscles associated with the knee, too much activity involving the knee, and flat feet may increase the likelihood of chondromalacia patella.[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”4px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||9px|||”]Dull, aching pain that is felt:[/et_pb_text][dsm_icon_list _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Behind the kneecap” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Below the kneecap” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”On the sides of the kneecap” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][/dsm_icon_list][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||14px|||” custom_padding=”||0px|||”]A feeling of grinding when the knee is flexed may occur. This can happen:[/et_pb_text][dsm_icon_list _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-6px|||||”][dsm_icon_list_child text=”On the sides of the kneecap” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Going down stairs” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Running down hill” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Standing up after sitting for awhile” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][/dsm_icon_list][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”26px||26px||true|”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”|auto|8px|auto||” custom_padding=”||0px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font_size=”21px” custom_margin=”||10px|||”]

How is chondromalacia patella treated?

The most common way to treat symptoms of chondromalacia patella is to rest the knee. Other ways to treat the symptoms include:[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”14px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][dsm_icon_list _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||17px|||”][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Placing of an ice or cold pack to the area for 15-20 minutes, four times daily, for several days. Do not apply ice directly to the skin. Wrap the ice or cold pack with a towel.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for pain relief—These include ibuprofen, naproxen, and aspirin.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Topical pain medication— These include creams or patches that are applied to the skin to help with soft tissue pain.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Prescription pain relievers.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][/dsm_icon_list][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-4px||14px|||” custom_padding=”||0px|||”]Other treatments or self-care include:[/et_pb_text][dsm_icon_list _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||17px|||”][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Changing the way you exercise” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Doing exercises to both stretch and strengthen the quadriceps and hamstring muscles” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Losing weight (if you need to)” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Using special shoe inserts and support devices” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Taping to realign the kneecap” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Wearing the right kind of sport or running shoes” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][/dsm_icon_list][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://mrarch.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/ppp.png” title_text=”ppp” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f0f0f0″ custom_padding=”34px||34px||true|”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.2″ custom_margin=”|auto|2px|auto||” custom_padding=”5px||12px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ custom_padding=”23px|||||”]

What is the prognosis (outlook) for chondromalacia patella?

Individuals suffering from knee pain caused by chondromalacia patella often make a full recovery. Recovery can be as fast as a month or take years, depending on the case. Many long-term recoveries occur in teenagers because their bones are still growing. Symptoms tend to disappear once adulthood is reached.[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ background_image=”https://mrarch.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/arch-pain.jpg” custom_padding=”100px||100px||true|false” top_divider_height=”40px” bottom_divider_height=”54px” bottom_divider_arrangement=”above_content” global_module=”513″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″ header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_text_color=”#e09900″ header_2_font_size=”34px” header_3_text_align=”center” header_3_text_color=”#ffffff” header_2_font_size_tablet=”” header_2_font_size_phone=”22px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone”]

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