A 38-year-old male asked:
during arthoscopy, was diagnosed with chondromalacia patella and medial femoral ostechondrial defect. what are best exercises for rehab?
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Dr. John Kayvanfar answered
46 years experience Sports Medicine
? why you have those: You shoud be seeking the answer not to have or worsening of your condition for your age.
For rehab see a therapist.
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Answered on May 3, 2014
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