Exercise Therapy For Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Cochrane Review) Background Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a common structures causing the pain and treatment therapy in reducing anterior knee pain and improving knee http://www.update-software.com/abstracts/AB003472.htm
Extractions: From The Cochrane Library, Issue 2, 2004 Exercise therapy for patellofemoral pain syndrome (Cochrane Review) Heintjes E, Berger MY, Bierma-Zeinstra SMA, Bernsen RMD, Verhaar JAN, Koes BW ABSTRACT Order full review View and/or submit comments What's new in this issue Search abstracts ... Browse by Review Group A substantive amendment to this systematic review was last made on 17 June 2003. Cochrane reviews are regularly checked and updated if necessary. Background: Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a common problem among adolescents and young adults, characterised by retropatellar pain (behind the kneecap) or peripatellar pain (around the kneecap) when ascending or descending stairs, squatting or sitting with flexed knees. Etiology, structures causing the pain and treatment methods are all debated in literature, but consensus has not been reached so far. Exercise therapy to strengthen the quadriceps is often prescribed, though its efficacy is still debated. Objectives: This review aims to summarise the evidence of effectiveness of exercise therapy in reducing anterior knee pain and improving knee function in patients with PFPS.
4G. Knee Pain catch up. anterior knee pain is generally thrown into a catchall category described as patello-femoral syndrome. A precise description http://www.faqs.org/faqs/bicycles-faq/mountain-bikes/section-45.html
RSNA 2003 - RSNA Event MR imaging may be very useful in diagnosis of the cause of anterior knee pain. Such causes include plica syndrome, pigmented villonodular synovitis, hemangioma http://rsna2003.rsna.org/rsna2003/VBK/conference/event_display.cfm?id=66601&p_na
Entrez PubMed anterior knee pain the challenge of patellofemoral syndrome. Ruffin MT 5th, Kiningham RB. Department of Family Practice, University http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Abstra
Entrez PubMed it is suggested that remaining patients with a clinical presentation of anterior knee pain could be diagnosed with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Abstra
Pillstore.com knee (anterior knee pain) is common among active, healthy young Fastin anterior anteriorHealthier MD A Surgeons knee pain (patella femoral syndrome) is very http://www.anniebone.com/anterior-knee-pain.htm
Anterior Knee Pain with increases in loading response knee flexion, as interim measure to relieve patellofemoral pain while other b), rotation (Fig.24.5c) or anterior tilt (Fig. http://www.clinicalsportsmedicine.com/chapters/24c.htm
Extractions: References Does vastus medialis weakness really predispose to patellofemoral syndrome? There have been many investigations of whether relative timing of vastus medialis obliquus and vastus lateralis contraction contributes to patellofemoral pain. This issue also remains controversial. Some studies have found that vastus medialis obliquus had a faster reflex response time than the vastus lateralis in pain-free subjects, whereas the reverse was the case in subjects with patellofemoral pain. This has also been shown in dynamic situations isokinetically and in a stepping task. Another predisposing factor for patellofemoral pain is the type and amount of training. Increased training (e.g. increased volume and intensity, hills, steps or squats) increases the load on the patellofemoral joint and this often contributes to the knee pain along with other predisposing factors. The interrelationship of the predisposing factors in patellofemoral syndrome is shown in Figure 24.4. Fig. 24.4
Knee - Chondromalacia Patella, Anterior Knee Pain as softening of the cartilage of your knee cap or anterior knee pain . Chondromalacia patella is the most common cause of pain in the front of the knee. http://www.jointhealing.com/pages/knee/chondromalacia.html
Extractions: JointHealing.Com what hurts? ankle arthritis back foot knee shoulder specific problems: ACL tear Knee Arthritis Chondromalacia patella MCL tear/sprain Knee tendonitis Meniscus tear Impingement syndrome Rotator Cuff Tear Shoulder dislocation Shoulder arthritis Low back pain Herniated disk Sciatica Ankle sprain Foot pain products: Knee Braces Glucosamine Rehabilitation kits Orthotics/Shoe inserts Cryotherapy units Back products Ankle products Shoulder products Brace Accessories Home Knee Symptoms ... Discussion Groups This disease is also known as softening of the cartilage of your knee cap or "anterior knee pain". This is a big medical word for a condition where the shiny cartilage surface of your patella (knee cap) is softened due to many factors including abnormal pressure across the joint surface or hormonal changes in your body. This pain is usually located over the front of your knee and is described as a deep aching pain. It is sometimes associated with swelling and is usually worse when your knee is bent for long periods of time such sitting in a car or bus. The pain is also worse with such activities as squatting, kneeling or stair climbing (either up or down stairs). The pain is sometimes improved with rest and the use of pain medication. It is sometimes associated with mild or moderate swelling of the knee and some people report a grinding feeling in their kneecap. It is more common in younger females especially after a growth spurt where the knee must carry more weight.
The Steadman-Hawkins Clinic are retropatellar pain, peripatellar pain, anterior knee pain, and runner s knee disorders that cause pain around the tendonitis (jumper s knee), which affects http://www.steadman-hawkins.com/pate/overview.asp
Extractions: Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a common knee disorder, which often affects the senior athlete and those involved in running and jumping sports. Overuse, a change in activity, and an altered metabolic status are frequently responsible for the development of PFPS. Structural alignment and muscular weakness or imbalance may cause the patella (kneecap) to track improperly on the femur (thigh bone) during movement, leading to pain around the kneecap. Different disorders that cause pain around the kneecap include: infrapatellar tendonitis (jumper's knee), which affects the tendon just below the kneecap chondromalacia patella, which involves damage to the cartilage surface of the patella quadriceps tendonitis, which affects the tendon attachment above the patella plica syndrome
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Anterior Knee Pain The main causes of of anterior knee pain have been determined to patient has a family history of knee injuries, where pain is located, and if the pain set in http://whs.wsd.wednet.edu/Faculty/Blair/sportsmed/Fenton
Extractions: i Anterior knee pain is a very common impairment among runners. This pain in the back of the knee is caused by stresses of the patellofemoral joint. Because the patella is held in place only by ligaments and tendons, any abnormalities in these may disturb the patellofemoral movment and result in anterior knee pain. Since articular cartilage has no nerve endings, it cannot be considered as a primary source of knee pain. As in all injuries, the history of the patient can help in determining the injury. Whether the patient has a family history of knee injuries, where the pain is located, and if the pain set in immediatly or after the injury occured, all play into the final diagnosis. In cases of Patellofemoral Syndrome, the pain is usually around the whole knee and not in a specific spot. The pain worsens after acitivities such as climbing stairs or running uphill. The feeling is not one of acute pain, but more a feeling of "giving way." There are four phases of treatment for Patellofemoral Syndrome. These phases are: the acute, subacute, chronic, and maintanence phases. The acute phase is used to minimize the pain, keep swelling down, and prevent the break-down of muscles. Treatments usually include an ice massage, use of inflammatory drugs, and restricted activites. Rehabilitation starts with stretching the quadriceps, hip adductors and hamstrings, followed by exercises. This phase lasts two to three weeks.
Keep Kids Healthy Common Adolescent Problems: Knee Pain Ligament injuries can cause pain, bruising and swelling and The knee may also be immobilized for up to most common injury is to the anterior cruciate ligament http://www.keepkidshealthy.com/adolescent/adolescentproblems/kneepain.html
Extractions: Main Adolescent Adolescent Problems Knee Pain The knee is made up of bones, cartilage (or menisci) that lie between the knee and the bones of the lower leg, ligaments that run along the inside and outside part of the knee (medial and lateral collateral ligaments ), and ligaments that cross the inside of the knee (anterior (ACL) and posterior (PCL) cruciate ligaments ). Injury to any of these structures can cause knee pain. It is very common for children to complain of knee pain, especially adolescents that are active in sports. If your child has knee pain that is restricting his activities, if he is unable to bear weight on the leg, or if his knee is red or swollen, then you should see your doctor for an evaluation. Some common causes of knee pain in children include: Parapatellar knee pain syndrome or chondromalacia patellae: children with this common condition usually have vague pain in both knees around the knee cap or patella. It is not known what causes the pain and x-rays and other testing will be normal. The pain is made worse by certain activities, such as running, jumping, doing knee bends, sitting for a long time, or climbing stairs and improves after a period of rest. Treatment consists of rest from any activity that regularly makes the pain worse, avoiding knee bend exercises (especially weight machines), and using an anti-inflammatory medicine such as ibuprofen. You can also do strengthening exercises, such as isometric quadriceps exercises (see below) and/or flexibility exercises.
NSCA Access Control commonly described syndromes and diseases that affect the anterior knee. pain in the chronic phase is localized to exacerbated by loading of the knee, as with http://nsca.allenpress.com/nscaonline/?request=get-document&doi=10.1519/1533-429
CYCLING PERFORMANCE TIPS - Knee Pain One way to classify knee pain (and identify possible is to look at the location of the pain. anterior (see chondromalacia below) Reasons patellar tendonitis; http://www.cptips.com/knee.htm
Extractions: Knee and hip pain are the most common cycling injuries. The most common cause of knee (and hip pain) in cyclists is iliotibial band (IT band) syndrome. The IT band is a thick fibrous band of tissue, which runs on the outside of the leg from the hip to the knee. Pain is caused when the band becomes tight and rubs over the bony prominences of the hip (greater trochanter) and/or the knee (lateral epicondyle). Tight inflexible lower extremity muscles may worsen the condition. As injury is generaly a problem of overuse, it is often seen in the cyclist just beginning a training program or early in the training season when the temptation is to do too much too fast. In order to minimize knee and hip pain in the early season, take it easy for the first few weeks. Pedal with low resistance and a cadence of 80-90rpm allowing your body to adjust again to road riding. (Likewise with any change that leads to a slightly new bike position.) Minimize hard riding or hill work for the first few weeks. Add in a stretching program for your lower extremities, especially for the gluteus and IT band to help transition you into your riding season. The most common causes are: One way to classify knee pain (and identify possible solutions) is to look at the location of the pain.
Extractions: The anterior cruciate ligaments are sometimes torn with the medial or lateral collateral ligament. Isolated tears of the cruciate ligament can occur separately. The anterior cruciate ligament can be damaged with hyperextension of the knee or a force bringing the tibia forward on the femur. When an anterior cruciate ligament is damaged the knee is no longer as stable. The tibia is able to move forward on the femur causing the knee to give way in certain positions (e.g. going down stairs). Rotation may occur at the knee causing increased disruption. The increased internal movement of the knee can lead to undergo early arthritic changes.
Knee Exam patella is a wastebasket term for anterior knee pain without breaking the source of pain in an unanesthetized knee. Deep Joint pain pain deep inside the joint http://www.sportsdoc.umn.edu/Clinical_Folder/Knee_Folder/Knee_Exam/tenderness ma
Extractions: Viscosupplementation Finding, the exact location of a patient's pain (when possible) and correlating it to potential abnormalities or specific anatomic structures is an essential part of the physical exam. We recommend that a standard systematic exam be followed in every patient and that the area of maximal tenderness be palpated last to prevent the patient from guarding due to pain during the exam. Joint Line Pain: Joint line pain can be indicative of a tear of the lining of the joint (the capsule), a meniscus tear, or may indicate abnormalities with the bone or cartilage at the joint line (chondromalacia, arthritis, osteochondritis dissecans, etc). In the evaluation of joint line pain, we perform this concurrent with either a varus or valgus stress test . While we are applying a stress across the joint, we place our fingers directly over the joint line to assess for joint line pain, a clunk (which may indicate a peripheral meniscal tear ), or intraarticular crepitation (which may indicate cartilage damage or a
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