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Patello-Femoral Pain Syndrome - Chondromalacia Patellae
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the condition?
A person should avoid overuse, obesity, deep knee bends or squats, or repetitive pressure on the knee. Sports safety guidelines for adults, adolescents, and children are designed to help prevent this type of condition.
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
There are usually no long-term effects. Rarely, this condition can lead to arthritis of the knee.
What are the risks to others?
There are no risks to others.