Get answers to your Shoulder and Elbow questions. Patellofemoral
syndrome; Knee pain - chondromalacia Chondromalacia patella is
the softening and breakdown of the tissue (cartilage) that lines
the underside of the kneecap (patella). It is a common cause of
anterior knee pain. Chondromalacia of the patella occurs in
adolescents and young adults. The condition is more common in
females. It can be related to the abnormal position of the knee.
Your kneecap (patella) sits over the front of your knee joint.
As you bend or straighten your knee, the underside of the
patella glides over the bones that make up the knee. Strong
tendons help attach the patella to the bones and muscles that
surround the knee. These tendons are called: Problems begin when
the kneecap does not move properly and rubs against the lower
part of the thigh bone. This may occur because: Chondromalacia
of the patella can also be a sign of arthritis of the kneecap,
which is usually seen in older people. The doctor will perform a
physical examinatio