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11y.o. female intermittent pain to r knee x 1 year. "hurts behind kneecap". no edema, redness or point tenderness, no known injury. softball&cheer?
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Not uncommon: Patellofemoral pain is not uncommon in young athletic children. Likely related to repetitive use from jumping, etc. Manage based on symptoms as you are. Avoid activities that make it worse. Warm up well. Stretch. Stretch again after activities
Answered 7/13/2014
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