A member asked:

While training for a marathon on 20 mile run knee pain increased. diagnosed with runners knee, cartilage loss possibly. will this ever improve?

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Dr. David Schechter answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

It can improve: Strengthen quadriceps muscles, especially vmo muscle. Cross train with cycling or stationary bike. Depending on your age and xray and MRI findings, sometimes prp injection may play a role. Avoid surgery. Physical therapy an option. Get a good sports medicine doctor.

Answered 9/25/2014

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