Runner’s knee (chondromalacia patellae)

Chondromalacia patellae, also known as runner’s knee, is a condition where the cartilage on the underside of the patella(kneecap) gets irritated and softens. This can cause knee pain, stiffness and a grinding sensation, especially when bending or straightening the knee.

Causes:

• Overuse or repetitive strain
• Muscle imbalance or weakness
• Trauma or injury
• Misalignment of patella
• Aging

Symptoms:

Feeling of instability or weakness

Knee pain, especially when bending or straightening

Grinding sensation

Swelling and tenderness around the patellae

Treatment:

• Rest and ice to reduce pain and inflammation
• Correcting the biomechanical axis with rope and belt technique
• Strengthening exercises for quadriceps and hamstrings
• Improve patellar tracking with strengthening exercises and Taping

Treatment focuses on reducing pain, strengthening the supporting muscles and improving knee mechanics to prevent irritation and promote healing.

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