Chondromalacia patella (knee discomfort) is characterized by the softening and degradation of the cartilage on the bottom of the kneecap (patella). When the knee and the thigh bone (femur) rub together, pain occurs. When the knee is flexed, you may experience dull, agonizing pain and/or a grinding sensation.
Chondromalacia patellae, popularly known as "runner's knee".This ailment is most frequent in young, active people, although it can also occur in elderly folks with knee arthritis.
Causes
Abnormal rubbing can cause patella degeneration, leading to chondromalacia patellae, often known as runner's knee.
Improper kneecap mobility can be caused by:
Due to a congenital issue, improper alignment
hamstring and quadriceps weakness (the muscles in the back and front of your thighs, respectively)
Adductors and abductors muscle imbalance (the muscles on the outside and inside of your thighs)
A direct hit or trauma to your kneecap from running, skiing, or leaping recurrent stress on your knee joints, such as from running, skiing, or jumping
Signs and Symptoms
Pain that is dull and aching:
in front of the kneecap
beneath the kneecap
Sides of the kneecap
When the knee is flexed, a grinding sensation may develop. This is what can happen:
Performing knee bends
descending the stairs
descending a slope
Standing up after a long period of sitting
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