What is Patella Femoral Pain Syndrome?
Patella Femoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is a condition of the kneecap characterized by a rough or soft spot on its cartilage surface. In the past, it has been called chondromalacia patella, runner’s knee or dashboard knee. TOP ———————————————————————— What are the symptoms? It causes pain, giving way, stiffness and a feeling of catching or grinding. Going up and down stairs is a bit difficult, and sitting with your knees bent or squatting is very uncomfortable. It makes the knee “give out,” grind or pop loudly. TOP ———————————————————————— Who gets it? Many people may have PFPS, but only about 10 percent have long-lasting pain or disability because of it – a fact not clearly understood by the medical profession. Over-activity, excess weight and injury sometimes initiate the symptoms. This condition is often seen in adolescents, manual laborers and athletes.
Patella Femoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is a condition of the kneecap characterized by a rough or soft spot on its cartilage surface. In the past, it has been called chondromalacia patella, runners knee, or dashboard knee. What are the symptoms of PFPS? It causes pain, giving way, stiffness and a feeling of catching or grinding. Going up and down stairs is a bit difficult, and sitting with your knees bent or squatting is very uncomfortable. It makes the knee give out, grind, or pop loudly. Who gets PFPS? Many people may have PFPS, but only about 10 percent have a long-lasting pain or disability because of it a fact not clearly understood by the medical profession. Over-activity, excess weight or injury sometimes initiate the symptoms. This condition is often seen in adolescents, manual laborers and athletes. How is PFPS diagnosed? Cartilage contains no calcium and as a result, cannot be seen by ordinary X-rays. A patients history and a physical examination suggest the diagnosis.
