Patellofemoral pain: an update on diagnostic and treatment options. Academic Article uri icon

Overview

abstract

  • Patellofemoral pain is a frequent and often challenging clinical problem. It affects females more than males and includes many different pathologic entities that result in pain in the anterior aspect of the knee. Diagnosis of the specific cause of pain can be difficult and requires assessment of lower extremity strength, alignment, and range of motion, as well as specific patella alignment, tracking, and mobility. The treatment for patellofemoral pain is usually conservative with anti-inflammatory medications, activity modification, and a specific physical therapy program focusing on strengthening and flexibility. Infrequently, surgical treatment may be indicated after a non-operative program fails. The outcomes of surgical management may include debridement, lateral release, and realignment of the extensor mechanism to unload the patellofemoral articulation are favorable.

publication date

  • June 1, 2013

Identity

PubMed Central ID

  • PMC3702777

Scopus Document Identifier

  • 84877719020

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

  • 10.1007/s12178-013-9159-x

PubMed ID

  • 23456237

Additional Document Info

volume

  • 6

issue

  • 2