Patellar pain, also known as chondropathia patellae, is often the result of overloading, incorrect loading or due to a poor condition of the muscles, tendons and ligaments. In most cases, the front of the thigh (quadriceps muscle) is in muscular imbalance with its counterpart, the back of the thigh (ischiocrural muscles). This results in increased … Patellar pain – exercises from physiotherapy
Further therapeutic methods In addition to the pure physiotherapeutic treatment for patients with patellar pain, additional techniques such as ice treatment, electrotherapy, ultrasound, especially on the surrounding structures (ligaments, tendons), can be used to relieve the irritation and pain. An applied tape can also support the stability. In the acute phase, anti-inflammatory painkillers are prescribed. … Further therapeutic methods | Patellar pain – exercises from physiotherapy
Summary The exact cause of patellar pain does not exist, but it is believed to be overexertion or incorrect loading in especially competitive athletes or people who have to work a lot in kneeling. This results in increased abrasion of the cartilage, which can later lead to knee arthrosis. In order to reduce the discomfort, … Summary | Patellar pain – exercises from physiotherapy