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What Could Pain In Knee Cap, While Squatting Indicate?

I fell out of car that was not fully engaged and still moving.Tried to reach to get back in car..Didn t make it.My right knee has constant pain especially when squatting and standing back up.This has been going on for at least 5 months.The area above my knee cap to below it hurts badly.Also on the side of knee cap.What could I have possibly done?
Tue, 31 Mar 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
Chondromalacia patella is usually associated with pain during motion. The best way is to avoid the painful activities.
Stretching and strengthening the quadriceps and hamstring muscle groups is critical for proper treatment. Quad sets are done by contraction the thigh muscles while the legs are straight and holding the contraction for a count of 10. Sets of 10 contractions are done between 15-20 times per day.You can do the required exercises under the care of an expert physiotherapist.
Get your shoes examined for proper biomechanical fit.
Heat application and use of knee brace is advised for proper knee support at the time of exercise.
Avoid such activities as squatting, kneeling, heavy lifting, climbing, etc.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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What Could Pain In Knee Cap, While Squatting Indicate?

Hi, Thanks for your query. Chondromalacia patella is usually associated with pain during motion. The best way is to avoid the painful activities. Stretching and strengthening the quadriceps and hamstring muscle groups is critical for proper treatment. Quad sets are done by contraction the thigh muscles while the legs are straight and holding the contraction for a count of 10. Sets of 10 contractions are done between 15-20 times per day.You can do the required exercises under the care of an expert physiotherapist. Get your shoes examined for proper biomechanical fit. Heat application and use of knee brace is advised for proper knee support at the time of exercise. Avoid such activities as squatting, kneeling, heavy lifting, climbing, etc. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care