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Patellofemoral Syndrome
Patellofemoral Syndrome / Chondromalacia Patella - “Runner’s Knee”

What is it?

The knee cap (patella) is a small bone that sits in the femoral grove at the lower end of the thigh bone (femur). The undersurface of the patella is covered with a layer of smooth cartilage allowing the patella to easily glide across the joint. However, if the patella does not track properly within the femoral grove, softening, irritation and/or degeneration of the cartilage may occur resulting in knee pain. This process is referred to as Patellofemoral Syndrome (PFS) or Chondromalacia Patella. Symptoms are usually worsened by activity such as walking, running, ascending or descending stairs and by prolonged sitting.

What causes it?

Although the exact cause remains unknown, contributing factors include:

  • Foot pronation
  • Knock-kneed
  • Muscle imbalance

What does treatment involve? (may include 1 or all of the following)

Target Knee-O-Trakker Knee Brace

J-Brace Knee Brace

Dynatrack Knee Brace

Donjoy Tru-Pull

Target Knee-O Trakker

EpX J-Brace

DonJoy Tru-Pull®

Please consult your physician for a complete diagnosis of your injury.



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