41. THE MERCK MANUALSECOND HOME EDITION, Chondromalacia Patellae In chondromalacia Patellae. chondromalacia patellae is damage to thecartilage under the kneecap (patella). chondromalacia patellae http://www.merck.com/mrkshared/mmanual_home2/sec23/ch278/ch278g.jsp

42. Bbc.co.uk Health - Ask The Doctor: Chondromalacia Ask the Doctor. Q chondromalacia. I have been suffering with pain infront of my knee that my doctor has diagnosed as chondromalacia. http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/ask_doctor/chondromalacia.shtml

@import url('/includes/tbenh.css') ; Home TV Radio Talk ... A-Z Index WEDNESDAY 2nd June 2004 Text only BBC Homepage Health Home Lifestyle Home ... Help Like this page? Send it to a friend! Ask the Doctor Q: Chondromalacia I have been suffering with pain in front of my knee that my doctor has diagnosed as chondromalacia. I'm in my early twenties and thought that only teenagers got this? Pete Dr Rob Hicks responds Teenagers more commonly develop this condition but young adults of your age can suffer with it too. Often doctors will call it by its other names of chondromalacia patella and patellofemoral pain syndrome In chondromalacia the cartilage that lines the back of the kneecap becomes damaged. For teenagers it's often the extra pressure the knees have to cope with during the growth spurt that sets the problem in motion. For adults and teenagers strenuous exercise can be the trigger for the damage to start, as can repeated injuries to the knee. Why the condition occurs at all though is not really understood. The knee , since it is usually only one knee that's affected, feels stiff after sitting down and it may click when it's moved. Any action where the knee is bent and straightened, running or going up and down stairs for example, will bring the pain on.

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44. Chondromalacia Patellae chondromalacia patellae,. Print this article, DR/RB. The Encyclopaediaof Medical Imaging Volume III1. chondromalacia patellae, Fig. http://www.amershamhealth.com/medcyclopaedia/medical/Volume III 1/CHONDROMALACIA

Amershamhealth.com Search for: Type a word or a phrase. All forms of the word are searchable. Browse entry words starting with: A B C D ... Other characters Chondromalacia patellae, a syndrome of pain and crepitus over the anterior aspect of the knee resulting from loss of cartilage over one or more portions of the patella. This disorder occurs in adolescents and young adults. The typical site of involvement is the medial facet of the patella, particularly about the ridge that separates the medial and odd facets. Swelling and oedema of the cartilaginous surface are present. The changes are difficult to observe on images, and histologic evaluation is needed for diagnosis. MR imaging is perhaps the best noninvasive diagnostic technique for assessment of cartilage loss, but arthrography, particularly in association with CT scanning, can be valuable ( Fig.1 ). On arthrograms, absorption or inbibition of contrast material by the patellar cartilage can be observed, as may nodular elevation, fissuring and loss of surface cartilage ( Fig.2

45. Chondromalacia Patellae chondromalacia patellae,. Print this article, common cause of anterior kneepain in adolescents, especially girls. chondromalacia patellae, Fig. http://www.amershamhealth.com/medcyclopaedia/medical/Volume VII/CHONDROMALACIA P

Amershamhealth.com Search for: Type a word or a phrase. All forms of the word are searchable. Browse entry words starting with: A B C D ... Other characters Chondromalacia patellae, common cause of anterior knee pain in adolescents, especially girls. The pain is usually most marked during athletic activity, when rising from a chair or walking down stairs. There is fraying and fissuring of the retropatellar articular cartilage which predominantly involves the medial facet. The changes are not visualized on conventional radiographs but may be demonstrable on double contrast CT arthrography as an area of surface irregularity of the articular cartilage with associated contrast adsorption ( Fig.1 ). Likewise chondromalacia patella can be demonstrated on cartilage specific MRI sequences as heterogeneous increased signal within the retropatellar articular cartilage. Occasionally, on radiographs, one can see irregularity of the posterior surface of the patella with bony fragmentation. This is a variant of chondromalacia patellae, which, in addition to the cartilage destruction, also has an osteochondritis ( Fig.2

46. Direct Electric Acupuncture For Patella Chondromalacia. A Preliminary Report Of chondromalacia of the patella is common among athletes and people over 40. chondromalaciaof the patella is common among athletes and people over 40. http://www.acupuncturetoday.com/archives2001/oct/10gu.html

Acupuncture Today October, 2001, Volume 02, Issue 10 Printer Friendly Version Email to a Friend Other MPAmedia Alternative Health Site Links Chiropractic ChiroExpo.com ChiroWeb.com DynamicChiropractic.com Massage Therapy MassageToday.com Electroacupuncture Hua Gu, PhD, LAc Direct Electric Acupuncture for Patella Chondromalacia: A Preliminary Report of a Clinical Study Chondromalacia of the patella is common among athletes and people over 40. It is caused by direct trauma or chronic injury to the knee joint. Although it is often referred to and treated as a discernible ailment, chondromalacia patellae is best thought of as a symptom. The patella contains the thickest layer of cartilage in the body. It has five facets or ridges: superior; inferior; lateral; medial; and odd. The "odd" facet is most frequently the first part of the patella to be affected in chondromalacia patellae Chondromalacia patellae is the softening and subsequent roughening of the patella's hyaline cartilage. This malady presents itself as grinding beneath the patella and may cause related swelling and pain. A definitive diagnosis is made through visual inspection during arthroscopy. Chondromalacia patellae is most often, if not always, the result of biomechanical changes affecting the lower extremity. As such, it may be treated symptomatically by acupuncture.

47. Arthroscopic Pictures Of Patellar Chondromalacia Arthroscopic Pictures of a Normal Kneecap and one with chondromalacia.Picture of Normal Kneecap. Picture of Kneecap with chondromalacia. http://www.emedx.com/emedx/diagnosis_information/knee_disorders/patellar_chondro

Arthroscopic Pictures of a Normal Kneecap and one with Chondromalacia Picture of Normal Kneecap (Notice the smooth contour at the tip of the red arrow) Picture of Kneecap with Chondromalacia (Notice the fraying at the tip of the red arrow)

48. Chondromalacia Patellae - Feet And Fitness Related Health Conditions, Exercises chondromalacia patellae The patellofemoral syndrome (PFS), the mostcommon cause of chronic knee pain. PFS characteristically causes http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=7244

49. Chondromalacia - Medical Dictionary Definitions Of Popular Medical Terms chondromalacia Abnormal softening or degeneration of cartilage. Chondro refersto cartilage while malacia (from the Greek malakia, softness) means softening. http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=22765

50. HealthCentral - General Encyclopedia - Chondromalacia Patellae chondromalacia patellae. Causes, incidence, and risk factors chondromalaciapatella occurs in adolescents and young adults, more frequently in women. http://www.healthcentral.com/mhc/top/000452.cfm

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51. Patellofemoral Syndrome Or Chondromalacia: Health Topics: UI Health Care Patellofemoral Syndrome Or chondromalacia. Patellofemoral syndromecauses pain in the knee. It is sometimes called chondromalacia. http://www.uihealthcare.com/topics/bonesjointsmuscles/bone3446.html

Health Topics Category Index Health Topics for Bones, Joints and Muscles Bone and Muscle Cancer Department of Orthopaedics ... UI Back Care - UI Health Care's digital library Read this month's health-e-newsletter Send comments and questions to staff@uihealthcare.com University of Iowa Patellofemoral Syndrome Or Chondromalacia Patellofemoral syndrome causes pain in the knee. It is a common problem of young adults, especially female adolescents. It is sometimes called chondromalacia. The long bone of the thigh is called the femur. The femur has a groove in which the kneecap (the patella bone) moves. The kneecap has to be able to move freely up and down when we bend or straighten our knee. If there has been an injury or overuse of the knee, the structures that allow it to move freely can wear down. Over time, the undersurface of the kneecap becomes worn out and inflamed. Signs and symptoms that should be evaluated by a healthcare provider include: knee pain that gets worse when kneeling or walking up and down stairs and knees ache if sitting in one position too long, like at a movie, or on a plane.

52. Chondromalacia Of The Medial Femoral Condyle With Arthroscopic Meniscectomy - Me Accurately depicts chondromalacia of the left medial femoral condylewith arthroscopic meniscus surgery. Shows the knee joint with http://findlaw.doereport.com/generateexhibit.php?ID=1565

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54. LookSmart - Directory - Chondromalacia Or Runner's Knee chondromalacia or Runner s Knee Contains resources on signs, symptoms,causes, diagnosis, and treatment. Directory Listings About. http://search.looksmart.com/p/browse/us1/us317837/us317920/us53948/us54701/us274

@import url(/css/us/style.css); @import url(/css/us/searchResult1.css); Home IN the directory this category YOU ARE HERE Home Personal Health Chondromalacia or Runner's Knee - Contains resources on signs, symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment. Directory Listings About About - Chondromalacia Guide explains the degeneration of knee cartilage and what typically causes it. Includes symptoms and self-treatment suggestions. About - Guide to Understanding Chondromalacia for Patients Read this guide to understanding chondromalacia using the sites and articles gathered by About. About Orthopedics - Runner's Knee Find information about chondromalacia, a condition of knee pain often called 'Runner's Knee.' Learn about causes of this problem and what treatments are available. allRefer Health - Chondromalacia Patellae Information Overuse or abnormal forces on the knee softens its cartilage. Know about its prevention, recovery, risks, symptoms, tests, prognosis, complications, and treatment. Darla's Chondromalacia Page Sufferer of the disease shares personal experiences and ways of coping. Offers a compilation of all the research she's compiled on the subject. Diagnosis Details the difference between patella tendonitis and chondromalacia, both common injuries for runners and other sport participants.

55. Knee1--Complete Source For Knee Information REFERENCE Frequently Asked Questions. chondromalacia Patellae. Q What aboutSurgery for chondromalacia? Q I was recently diagnosed with chondromalacia. http://www.knee1.com/reference/faq10.cfm/9

June 02, 2004 Search Knee1 Search Network Search Medline Corporate Underwriter Main Page Knee News Feature Story ... Knee1 Wireless REFERENCE: Frequently Asked Questions Chondromalacia Patellae Q: What about Surgery for Chondromalacia? Answered by Kevin Stone M.D. on December 13, 2001 A: If there is a defined lesion found, then there are several options for treating the damaged cartilage, from smoothing it to stimulating cartilage repair. Q: Would a knee brace be enough support to actually cause my patella to track properly during weight lifting until the inner quad gets stronger? Answered by Dr. Kevin Stone M.D. on December 13, 2001 A: It helps but is not usually enough. Q: I was recently diagnosed with Chondromalacia. My doctor said that the cartilage is so damaged that I will need another surgery in a couple of years to smooth it out again. Yesterday, I rode the stationary bike for a short period of time and afterward began having pain just below and on the inside of the kneecap. It is a burning pain that is unlike the pain that I have previously experienced. Is this related to the Chondromalacia? What is the best treatment? Answered by David Golden M.D.

56. Knee1--Complete Source For Knee Information COMMUNITY Patient Stories. You are in the chondromalacia Patellae patient stories. Nov.13, chondromalacia sucks, qfrog4ever@aol.com. Nov. 12, Suffering from http://www.knee1.com/community/PatStory20.cfm/7

June 02, 2004 Search Knee1 Search Network Search Medline Corporate Underwriter Main Page Knee News Feature Story ... Knee1 Wireless COMMUNITY: Patient Stories You are in the Chondromalacia Patellae patient stories. Choose a story from the list below. You may also: Tell us your story Choose a new category. UPDATED STORY POSTED BY May. 04 condromalacia patella 3 teresa vazquez Apr. 14 defeated Melyssarn3@aol.com Apr. 07 pain control solution Anonymous Mar. 30 Condromalacia Stage III Chosenchow@aol.com Jan. 28 chrondomalacia? christellemusic@hotmail.com Nov. 13 chondromalacia sucks qfrog4ever@aol.com Nov. 12 Suffering from ... Kristiina Nov. 07 Chondromalcia Stinks! rain_roma@hotmail.com Oct. 03 chondromalaica Anonymous Oct. 03 chondromalaicia Anonymous Sep. 10 surgery? Anonymous Jul. 21 Chondromalacia Questions... Christine H Jul. 04 coping littlel644@aol.com Jun. 23 bi-lateral CP sformrod@hotmail.com Jun. 22 chrondromalacia patellae Anonymous Jun. 19 CP of both knees Yudit Tamayo Ramirez May. 08 Cramp sensation Stephen Brand May. 06 help linda_webb_2001@yahoo.com Apr. 20

57. Chondromalacia - Patient UK chondromalacia Patient UK. A directory of UK health, disease, illness and relatedmedical websites that provide patient information. chondromalacia. http://www.patient.co.uk/showdoc.asp?doc=23069143

58. Your Health - Chondromalacia Patella chondromalacia Patella. chondromalacia patella is a softening or wearing awayof the articular cartilage on the undersurface of the kneecap (patella). http://www.aurorahealthcare.org/yourhealth/healthgate/getcontent.asp?URLhealthga

59. Degenerative Chondromalacia Degenerative chondromalacia. chondromalacia results from an injury to otherwisehealthy cartilage or a response to abnormal pressure on the cartilage. http://www.hughston.com/hha/a_12_4_2.htm

Degenerative Chondromalacia The term chondromalacia comes from two Greek words that essentially mean cartilage softening.1 Chondromalacia describes the changes that occur in cartilage covering the ends of bones as it breaks down and degenerates. This condition is not the same as osteoarthritis, and one does not necessarily lead to the other. Osteoarthritis results from long-term wear and tear that causes the lining of the joints to become rough and painful. Chondromalacia results from an injury to otherwise healthy cartilage or a response to abnormal pressure on the cartilage. Cartilage gets its strength from an interlocking mesh of collagen fibers and proteins. When viewed through a microscope, the cartilage in a joint with chondromalacia has fewer collagen fibers and has a lower protein content, which means the interlocking mesh has begun to unwind. The lubricating fluid inside the joint also shows elevated levels of some enzymes that can dissolve proteins. The causes of chondromalacia are different for different joints. A baseball pitcher can develop it in his elbow due to overuse, and someone who constantly works with his or her arms overhead, such as an electrician can develop it in the shoulder. However, the most commonly affected joint by far is the knee. Several factors contribute to the development of knee pain due to chondromalacia. Occupations involving repeated kneeling, squat-ting, and climbing stairs or ladders can lead to knee pain. Malalignment of the leg bones causes some people to develop this problem. For example, people who are "knock kneed," or have what is called valgus alignment, have increased stress on the area between the patella (kneecap) and femur (thigh bone). This abnormal pressure causes a breakdown of the cartilage and knee pain. People who have loose joints and are hyperflexible also have abnormal stress on their patella and can develop these changes. Any injury to the knee that bruises the cartilage can lead to softening. Even a mild injury can easily interrupt the blood supply the cartilage receives from the underlying bone and can lead to death of the cartilage cells. Aging may also play a part.

60. CHONDROMALACIA chondromalacia (Runner s Knee). CADD Systems of Markham, Ontario, Canada. (readon) chondromalacia ***Musculoskeletal Diseases includes chondromalacia http://web.onramp.ca/cadd/723knee.htm

CHONDROMALACIA (Runner's Knee) CADD Systems of Markham, Ontario, Canada. The following are the main catagories available: Check out synkhavic as a cartiledge replacement. Toronto Western General, Dr Wayne Marshall (very good) **Dr. Pribut on Injuries Lanchester Lite Aircast Infrapatellar Band Enid Family Medicine ... ***Musculoskeletal Diseases includes Chondromalacia Page maintained by Amin Sunderani amins@onramp.ca Last Changed: Apr 13,96

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