Chondromalacia: Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis - Healthline
2023年4月25日 · Chondromalacia patellae, or “runner’s knee,” is caused by the softening of the kneecap cartilage. Common among young athletes, it may also affect older adults with arthritis of the knee.
Chondromalacia Patella - Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Exercises
2023年5月15日 · Chondromalacia patella (CMP) is damage to the articular cartilage under the kneecap. Symptoms are similar to patellofemoral pain as the kneecap rubs on the bone underneath causing swelling and pain.
Chondromalacia patella: Causes, treatment, and more
2023年5月19日 · Chondromalacia patella is when the cartilage of the underside of the kneecap begins to break down. This article explains what chondromalacia patella is, the causes of the condition, and how a...
Chondromalacia Patella: Signs, Symptoms, Complications
2023年10月11日 · Chondromalacia patella, also known as runner’s knee, is a condition where the cartilage underneath the patella (kneecap) starts to deteriorate and wear out. With the cartilage worn out, the kneecap rubs against the thigh bone (the femur) and causes pain and discomfort.
Chondromalacia Patellae: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
2024年6月25日 · Chondromalacia patellae is a condition where there is damaged cartilage behind the patella (kneecap). It is like a softening or wear and tear of the cartilage. The damage can range from slight to severe. Chondromalacia patellae overlaps with the knee condition known as patellofemoral pain syndrome.
Chondromalacia Patella - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
2023年4月22日 · Chondromalacia patella (CMP) is when the posterior articular surface of the patella starts losing its density when in a healthy state and becomes softer with subsequent tearing, fissuring, and erosion of the hyaline cartilage.
Patella: Anatomy, Function, and Treatment - Verywell Health
2024年8月3日 · The patella, also known as the kneecap, protects the knee joint and helps with knee movement and extension. An injury to the patella can result in patellar tendonitis (also known as jumper's knee), dislocation, or fracture.
Patella (Kneecap): Anatomy and Function - Cleveland Clinic
Your patella, or kneecap, does a lot of work for a relatively small bone. It’s an important bridge between your upper and lower leg. It protects the rest of your knee joint and helps it function as it should. Anything you do to improve your overall health will also help keep your bones strong.
Chondromalacia Patella - Arthritis Foundation
Chondromalacia patella is the breakdown of cartilage on the underside of the kneecap (patella). When the kneecap rubs against the thigh bone, it hurts and swells. It is common among runners and other athletes and has been given the nickname “runner’s knee.”
Chondromalacia patella Guide: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment ...
2023年3月15日 · Chondromalacia can affect any joint, but the most common location is the underside of the kneecap (also called the patella); when affecting the knee, this condition is called chondromalcia patella. It usually begins as a small area of softened cartilage behind the kneecap that can be painful.