Patellar (Kneecap) Pain and Problems

Patellar (kneecap) pain is one of the most common reasons patients seek medical treatment at orthopaedic and sports medicine clinics. There may or may not be an injury that causes this problem. Even without a distinct injury, patellar pain may occur suddenly with warning. Or, discomfort may come on gradually over time and slowly become worse and worse. Pain and patellar instability, or tracking problems, are especially concerning in younger individuals who are physically active. There are many d