Chondromalacia Patellae
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Patellofemoral chondromalacia consists of the softening and wearing down of the cartilage that lines the back surface of the kneecap. This causes pain at the front of the knee, especially when bending it or bearing weight on it.
When should you seek care? A review is advisable when there is pain going up or down stairs, when sitting for a long time, or when squatting, especially if you feel rubbing or clicking.
Contributing factors: sports overuse, poor alignment of the kneecap, thigh muscle weakness, and previous knee injuries.
Which specialist treats it? The orthopedist and the orthopedic trauma surgeon are the ones who study this knee condition, often with support from rehabilitation. If the pain persists or limits your mobility, it is advisable to have an orthopedist perform a targeted evaluation.
Data on 845 doctors who treat chondromalacia patellae
Which specialist treats chondromalacia patellae?
Patellar chondromalacia (of the kneecap) is treated by an orthopedist, a specialist in bones and joints, including the knee. You can book with an orthopedist near you.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in chondromalacia patellae
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Tanya Giselle Ramirez Cervantes
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. César Nájera
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Frequently asked questions
What is chondromalacia patellae?
Patellofemoral chondromalacia consists of the softening and wearing down of the cartilage that lines the back surface of the kneecap. This causes pain at the front of the knee, especially when bending it or bearing weight on it.
Which doctor treats chondromalacia patellae?
Patellar chondromalacia (of the kneecap) is treated by an orthopedist, a specialist in bones and joints, including the knee. You can book with an orthopedist near you.