Your Guide to a Knee Arthroscopy

Chondromalacia is the softening and breaking down of the cartilage of the kneecap, which causes pain in the underlying bone and irritation of the joint lining.

Symptoms of Chondromalacia

Problems with the kneecap typically cause pain felt directly around the kneecap. Often these symptoms are noticed doing specific activities:

• Walking stairs (particularly down)
• Prolonged sitting
• Kneeling/Squatting

Treatment of Chondromalacia

The first step of treatment is to settle down the irritation.  This can be done by activity modification and the use of NSAID's.  Physical therapy can also prove to be beneficial in minimizing symptoms.  For continued pain, walk in to any of our locations to be seen immediately or click here to request an appointment.

Source: American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons