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Hi. I am 43 years and for the last one year I have been suffering from knee pain on both sides. The doctor diagnosed me with maltracking of patella grade 1. He suggestedme to do arthroscopy to realign it but I would prefer another option. He gave me cartigen 1500 aand I am yet to take. Kindly advise.
Don't worry, many causes for patella abnormal tracking like muscle imbalance or joint problems or bursitis etc. It is treated with rest or reduced activity level,stretching and strengthening exercises, flexible knee braces, taping, proper footwear, weight loss over-the counter pain relievers (Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen, Aspirin), if you tolerate them well. Physical exercise may also useful. Still no improvement with above treatment you may get it done arthroscopic repair of the patellofemoral ligament.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu, Internal Medicine Specialist
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How To Treat Maltracking Of Patella Grade-1?
Hello, Don t worry, many causes for patella abnormal tracking like muscle imbalance or joint problems or bursitis etc. It is treated with rest or reduced activity level,stretching and strengthening exercises, flexible knee braces, taping, proper footwear, weight loss over-the counter pain relievers (Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen, Aspirin), if you tolerate them well. Physical exercise may also useful. Still no improvement with above treatment you may get it done arthroscopic repair of the patellofemoral ligament. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu, Internal Medicine Specialist