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Question:
I have recently been diagnosed with patellofemoral syndrome but after reading the information I am unsure if I am actually suffering from this. My pain is between the tibia and the knee cap not the femor. In the information I recieved at my family doctor it seems like the pain should be in the upper knee. I have not had an x ray but should I seek a doctor that is more specialized? Such as an orthopedic surgeon? Thank you for your time, Sarah
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Sarah Parrott - sparrott@telusplanet.net
| Dr. Farr |
Dr. Farr is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in knee and sports medicine. He serves on the board of the Orthopedic Research Foundation and is medical director of www.cartilagerestoration.org and www.myknee.md, where emphasis is on exploring new ways to treat damaged cartilage. Dr. Farr is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), the American Orthopedic Society of Sports Medicine (AOSSM) and the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA).
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Answer:
Patellofemoral pain often presents with a variety of symptoms. At times, the pain appears to be so localized to a joint line that it is confuse for a meniscal cartilage tear. On the other hand, any atypical component of pain must have a thorough evaluation. If you do not respond as you expect, it would be reasonable to consult a knee specialist.
