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.
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 38 doctors who treat patellofemoral syndrome
Specialties that treat patellofemoral syndrome
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Doctors specialized in patellofemoral syndrome
Dr. Daniel Segovia Arteaga
Dr. Raul Aragon Lopez
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Omar Cortez
Dr. Arnoldo Samuel Kraus Weisman
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Juan Carlos Valle Landa
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Santiago Valentin Guerrero
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dr. Mauricio Ordoñez Hinojos
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Mario Alberto Ciénega Ramos
Dr. Juan Manuel Arce González
Dr. Jesus Francisco Meza Santini
Dr. Fernando Javier Martinez Montes
Dr. Jose Daniel Vargas Paredes
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 usually treated by specialists in general practitioner, orthopedist, rheumatologist, sports medicine physician, sports medicine physician.