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My knee really hurts and i have patella femoral syndrome. i did physio and wear a brace but it still hurts and sometimes locks up or gives in?

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Dr. Thomas Inwoodanswered

Podiatry 37 years experience

Knee: If you haven't seen a doc , do so. This needs an exam and x rays

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