Question 1

what is  patellofemoral pain syndrome?

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Patellofemoral: Another term used for knee pain from a multitude of causes.

Question 2

how can i treat patellofemoral pain syndrome?

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Physical therapy.: Usually physical therapy and anti-inflammatory medications take care of the problem.

Question 3

help please. could an ace bandage help patellofemoral pain syndrome?

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Unlikely: I doubt it would provide any real benefit but you can always try it and find out.

Question 4

with patellofemoral pain syndrome, is there anything at the gym that i should avoid, and anything i should do more of?

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Quad exercises: Quadriceps strengthening exercises such as leg lifts or perhaps bike riding can be very helpful.

Question 5

why is (if at all) using treadmills not good for someone with patellofemoral pain syndrome?

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Do no use incline: It is ok to use the treadmill provided is not in an incline, incline increases the patellofemoral joint forces.Staight line should be ok.

Question 6

how to deal with patellofemoral pain syndrome or chondromalacia patella?

Accepted Answer

Be patient: Exercize wizely. Wear a patella tracking brace for the activities that cause the pain. Good nutrition. Lose weight if you have too much. Strengthe the inner quad muscles preferentially.

Question 7

can stress out about having chronic pain (patellofemoral pain syndrome) make you have anxiety. been having pain forweek now.& then the attacks happen.

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Potentially: Pain itself can potentially lessen the threshold for anxiety and panic attacks; I sure would not hesitate to be seen and discuss with both a professionalism behavioral health as well as an orthopedic surgeon.

Question 8

i've chondromalacia patella and have been strengthening my vmos to resolve my patellofemoral pain syndrome. how long before the chondromalacia is gone?

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Difficult to say: Your pain may improve w/ time, exercises , wt loss etc. But it's difficult to say if your pain or your chrondromalacia will go away completely.The natural course of"kneecap pain" is difficult to predict . It depends on your anatomy and how severe your chondromalacia is .'grade 3' or worse is unlikely to resolve. An MRI can help determine how 'worn' your patellar cartilage is. See your ors. Gl!

Question 9

what is the difference between patellofemoral pain syndrome, chondrosis, arthrosis and osetoarthritis? my mri says chondromalacia patella and meniscus tear on posterior horn. does it mean i have pfps or chondrosis or arthrosis or osteoarthritis?

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: Rather than trying to label your problems, you need to respond to the MRI outcomes.  An orthopedic surgical consultation is in order.  You might be a candidate for a cortisone or hyaluronic acid injection to the knee, and if physical therapy does not help turn the corner, a surgery might be indicated.

Question 10

what exercises will help me cure my patellofemoral pain syndrome and how long should it take if i've been suffering from it in both legs for 8 years?

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Strengthen: Work on your quads (muscles in front thighs)- squats, lunges, frog jumps, etc.,   and your core- abs and back.  Exercises that use your own body weight ("closed chain") are better than machines.  You may find that initially it bothers you a  bit more.  Start slowly. Consider a session with a trainer or physical therapist at first to make sure your form is good, so you don't injure yourself.

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Help please. could an ace bandage help patellofemoral pain syndrome?

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With patellofemoral pain syndrome, is there anything at the gym that i should avoid, and anything i should do more of?

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Why is (if at all) using treadmills not good for someone with patellofemoral pain syndrome?

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How to deal with patellofemoral pain syndrome or chondromalacia patella?

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Can stress out about having chronic pain (patellofemoral pain syndrome) make you have anxiety. been having pain forweek now.& then the attacks happen.

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I've chondromalacia patella and have been strengthening my vmos to resolve my patellofemoral pain syndrome. how long before the chondromalacia is gone?

A member asked:

What is the difference between patellofemoral pain syndrome, chondrosis, arthrosis and osetoarthritis? my mri says chondromalacia patella and meniscus tear on posterior horn. does it mean i have pfps or chondrosis or arthrosis or osteoarthritis?

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What exercises will help me cure my patellofemoral pain syndrome and how long should it take if i've been suffering from it in both legs for 8 years?

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