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A member asked:
Diagnosed with chondromalacia. my knees pop when i bend them, so i am afraid to exercise. if they pop does that mean i need surgery? i have pt nextweek
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No surgery: Popping ang grinding sensations are common and surgery may not be effective. Best to focus on therapy targeting hamstring flexibility, core strength and balance, and quad strength in a non painful range.
Answered 5/21/2015
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Anterior knee pain: Knee "noise" does not correlate with knee pathology. Chondromalacia means cartilage softening and is thus a surgical diagnosis not a clinical diagnosis. Obtain a current diagnosis of your anterior knee pain to plan treatment
Answered 4/28/2013
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