Chondromalacia of patella
Orthopaedic surgeon
Chondromalacia patella
Yes, cycling can be beneficial for individuals with chondromalacia patella as it is a low-impact exercise that can help strengthen the muscles around the knee without putting excessive stress on the joint. It can also improve flexibility and range of motion in the knee, which may help alleviate symptoms of chondromalacia patella. However, it is important to consult with a healthcare provider before starting any exercise program to ensure it is safe and appropriate for your individual condition.
Chondromalacia Patella is a knee condition. The resulting damage to the cartilage of the knee results in anterior knee pain. It is most common amongst athletes. Treatment can include physiotherapy or surgery.
malacia means softening, or loss of consistency, of an organ or tissue.
Prolotherapy for chondromalacia involves intra-articular (inside) injections as well as injections on the outside of the knee, stimulating the growth of many musculoskeletal structures around the patella. It is for this reason the knee gets stronger and the pain of chondromalacia is relieved. Hope this helps.
Overuse, injury or other factors may lead to a condition known as chondromalacia patella, a general term indicating damage to the cartilage under your kneecap. A more accurate term for chondromalacia patella is patellofemoral pain syndrome.
It is associated with irritation or wear on the underside of the kneecap, or patella. In a normal knee, the articular cartilage is smooth and elastic and glides smoothly over the surface of the thighbone, or femur, when the knee is bent.
Chondromalacia literally translates to softening of the cartilage, but it usually refers to chondromalacia patellae (see related question).
Chondromalacia means an abnormal appearance of cartilage, especially of the kneecap. The doctor noticed chondromalacia at the joints.
The general term for softening of the bones is osteomalacia. It is usually caused by a depletion in calcium or phosphorous reserves in the bone. It can cause them to become flexible and brittle. It can also be called rickets when it occurs in children. Osteoporosis is different; it involves decreased bone mass, but not softening.The word comes from the Latin 'osteo' meaning to do with bones and the Greek word 'malakia' which means softness.osteoporosis