A member asked:

Could it happen that a knee replacement surgery treat patellofemoral syndrome or chondromalacia patella?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Christopher Ferguson answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Sometimes: For severe chondromalacia of the patella in which there is extensive exposed bone, knee replacement is an option.

Answered 9/7/2015

5.2k views

Thank
Dr. Zubin Khubchandani answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Last resort treatmen: Running causes high forces in this portion of the joint. So does arising from a chair, going up/down stairs. Treatment consists of activity modification, ice, anti-inflammatory meds and therapy aimed at flexibility and strengthening, especially of your core. Doubt knee replacement would be needed unless other compartments of knee also arthritic. Patellofemoral replacement as a last resort.

Answered 12/22/2013

4.7k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more