What is patellar chondro malatia?

Kneecap pain: Patellar chondromalacia is a very common condition where the cartilage behind the knee cap gets roughened because of years of use and this cartilage gets inflamed. The roughness causes "crepitus, " or clicking an cracking of the knee; and the inflammation is usually the cause of pain. The literal translation is as follows: chondro=cartilage, malacia=pain. See your family doctor or orthopedist.

Chondromalacia: Patellar chondromalacia refers to an irregular or rough cartilage surface of the undersurface of the patella or kneecap. It is the medical term to describe arthritis of the patella.

Knee pain: It's the most common knee pain that we see in the clinic. Many athletes and walkers get it and get concerned that it might be something more serious. Also many of the first time marathon runners get it as well. The best treatment for it is physical therapy including some easy stretches and warm-up before and after exercise as well as anti-inflammatories (natural and chemical).