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What is Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Patellofemoral pain syndrome is a condition in which pain arises from the patellofemoral joint, the contact area between the kneecap (patella) and the groove at the front of the thigh bone (femur). The disorder reflects altered loading and movement within this…
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Symptoms of Patellofemoral pain syndrome
What are the symptoms of Patellofemoral pain syndrome? The condition most often causes pain around or behind the kneecap, especially during activities that load the joint, along with sensations such as stiffness, aching, grinding, or discomfort when the knee is bent…
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Causes of Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Patellofemoral pain syndrome develops when the structures involved in the movement of the kneecap become overloaded, irritated, or mechanically stressed, most often during activities that repeatedly bend the knee. The condition is not usually caused by a single injury or one…
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Diagnosis of Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Patellofemoral pain syndrome is usually identified through a careful clinical evaluation rather than a single definitive test. It refers to pain arising from the interaction between the patella, or kneecap, and the femur at the patellofemoral joint. In many cases, the…
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Treatment for Patellofemoral pain syndrome
What treatments are used for Patellofemoral pain syndrome? The condition is usually managed with a combination of activity modification, exercise-based rehabilitation, physical therapy, taping or bracing in selected cases, pain-relieving medications, and, much less commonly, procedures or surgery. These treatments are…
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Prevention of Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a condition in which pain develops around or behind the kneecap, usually because the patella and the femur are interacting under mechanical stress that exceeds the tolerance of the surrounding tissues. It is often associated with…
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FAQ about Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Patellofemoral pain syndrome is one of the most common causes of pain around the front of the knee. It often affects active people, but it can also develop in anyone who places repeated load on the kneecap joint. This FAQ explains…