Q: Which doctors treat patellofemoral pain syndrome or runner’s knee?
A: Patellofemoral pain syndrome or runner’s knee is treated by an orthopedic specialist, who will refer you to a physiotherapist for muscle stretching and strengthening.
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Q: What is the long-term prognosis or outcome of runner’s knee?
A: In most patients, recovery of runner’s knee takes place without the need for surgery. However, some cases may worsen, resulting in osteoarthritis of the knee.
Q: Is chondromalacia patellae and runner’s knee the same?
A: No, runner’s knee causes severe anterior knee pain and does not involve cartilage damage, whereas chondromalacia patellae results in cartilage softening making movements difficult. Both are common among athletes and runners.
