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Can Chondromalacia Patella Be Cured ?

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Posted on Fri, 2 Feb 2024
Question: My left knee pains when I run, fast walk, climb down stairs, sitting cross legged and folding my left leg.
I had visited a doctor in my locality and as per his assessment it could be "chondromalacia patella".
Height: 164 cm. Weight: 76Kg.
Daily walk about 2.5kms.
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Answered by Dr. Vaishalee Punj (12 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Chondromalacia patella

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome,

In chondromalacia you may need to wear knee supports/knee brace. Wear shoes that have an arch as it will support the knees also. Rest the leg until inflammation has subsided. Avoid movements that make it worse. Get radiological tests done under guidance of an orthopedic practitioner to find exact diagnosis.

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Dr Vaishalee
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

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Can Chondromalacia Patella Be Cured ?

Brief Answer: Chondromalacia patella Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome, In chondromalacia you may need to wear knee supports/knee brace. Wear shoes that have an arch as it will support the knees also. Rest the leg until inflammation has subsided. Avoid movements that make it worse. Get radiological tests done under guidance of an orthopedic practitioner to find exact diagnosis. Regards Dr Vaishalee