Patellofemoral Syndrome
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Patellofemoral syndrome is a common cause of pain in the front of the knee, caused by the way the kneecap moves over the femur during motion.
Common symptoms: Discomfort around or behind the kneecap that increases when going up or down stairs, squatting, or sitting for a long time.
Common causes: It is usually related to overload, muscle imbalances, or repetitive activities such as running or jumping.
Which specialists treat it? The orthopedist and the sports medicine physician are the professionals who evaluate this knee pain, with support from the rheumatologist when it is advisable to rule out other causes. If pain in the front of the knee limits your activities, going for a specialized assessment helps guide the management.
Data on 262 doctors who treat patellofemoral syndrome
Which specialist treats patellofemoral syndrome?
Patellofemoral syndrome is treated by a sports medicine specialist, who evaluates knee mechanics and designs a management and exercise plan. You can book an appointment with this specialist if you have pain in the front of the knee during exercise.
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Doctors specialized in patellofemoral syndrome
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. César Nájera
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Diego Alejandro Oliva Vallejo
Dr. Alejandra Elizabeth Villagrán Guerrero
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Rogelio García Cruz
Dr. Christian Jonathan Ventoledo López
Frequently asked questions
What is patellofemoral syndrome?
Patellofemoral syndrome is a common cause of pain in the front of the knee, caused by the way the kneecap moves over the femur during motion.
Which doctor treats patellofemoral syndrome?
Patellofemoral syndrome is treated by a sports medicine specialist, who evaluates knee mechanics and designs a management and exercise plan. You can book an appointment with this specialist if you have pain in the front of the knee during exercise.