U.S. doctors online nowAsk doctors free
Thibodaux, LA
A 18-year-old female asked:

How do i brace a knee that is knocked kneed? a brace is uncomfortable when walking. diagnosed with chrondromalacia patella 3 yrs ago.

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Rick Pospisil
Dr. Rick Pospisilanswered
Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery
Vagus knees: Not very well. . Your knock knee deformity adds to keeping the patella subluxed and there hastens the wear ( chondromalacia) . You can try getting them tapped by an experienced knee physiotherapist
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Learn how we can help
1.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Thank
Dr. Andrew Seibert
Dr. Andrew Seibert agrees1 doctor agrees

Related questions

A 45-year-old member asked:
Could a knee replacement surgery treat patellofemoral syndrome or chondromalacia patella?
3 doctor answers • 9 doctors weighed in
A 33-year-old member asked:
Can a knee replacement surgery help treat patellofemoral syndrome or chondromalacia patella?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
A 46-year-old member asked:
Could it happen that a knee replacement surgery treat patellofemoral syndrome or chondromalacia patella?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
A 38-year-old female asked:
About to have 3rd knee arthroplasty, previous partial meniscectomy, & have mild chondromalacia patella. How many scopes before replacement?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
A 24-year-old female asked:
What is chondromalacia medial femoral condyle and chondromalacia patella? My MRI of the left knee result. Is this serious? What is the treatment?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Last updated Dec 10, 2015

Found in:

Walk›Chondromalacia

People also asked

I had my second of three Synvisc (hylan g-f 20) injections in my knee for grade 4 chondromalacia patella. Today it is painful to walk. It this normal?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Extensive grade IV patellar chondromalacia particularly along median patellar ridge & medial patellar facet. There is evidence for patella alta. So, what does this mean, & do I need knee replacement?
3 doctor answers • 8 doctors weighed in
What are the surgical & nonsurgical treatments for chondromalacia patella? Will these treatments stop my knees from cracking so loud/often? Im only 21
1 doctor answer • 5 doctors weighed in
Why did my knees with chondromalacia patella got swollen while taking ofloxacin, i took it and i was in bed the whole day and they got swollen! weird!
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Chondromalacia patella for around 4 months, physical therapy did not help, some options to help the knee get better without surgery?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Related topics

Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
Talk to a doctor now
24/7 visits - just $44!
50% off with $19/month membership

Disclaimer:

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get the Free App for Members

Get the Free App for Doctors

HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
TermsPrivacyCookiesDMCA
Copyright 2023 HealthTap, Inc.