Patellar Tracking Disorder

References

Citations

  1. Hertling D, Kessler RM (2006). Patellar tracking dysfunction (chondromalacia patellae) section of Knee. In D Hertling, RM Kessler, Management of Common Musculoskeletal Disorders: Physical Therapy Principles and Methods, 4th ed., pp. 524–532. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins.

  2. Mulford JS, et al. (2007). Assessment and management of chronic patellofemoral instability. Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, British Volume, 89-B(6): 709–716.

  3. Harner CD, et al., eds. (2005). Patellofemoral instability and malalignment section of Knee and lower leg. In LY Griffin, ed., Essentials of Musculoskeletal Care, 3rd ed., pp. 541–545. Rosemont, IL: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Other Works Consulted

  • American Academy of Family Physicians (2007). Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome. Available online: http://familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/healthy/physical/injuries/479.

  • American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine (2004). Patellofemoral Dysfunction. Available online: http://www.aapsm.org/patellofemoraldys.html.

  • Earl JE, Vetter CS (2007). Patellofemoral pain. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America, 18(2007): 439–458.

  • Grudziak JS, Musahl V (2007). Patella instability and dislocation in adolescents section of The youth athlete. In PJ McMahon, ed., Current Diagnosis and Treatment in Sports Medicine, p. 230. New York: McGraw-Hill.


Go to previous sectionGo to previous sectionGo to top of pageGo to top of pageGo to next sectionGo to next section

Author: Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPHLast Updated: February 14, 2008
Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Kenneth J. Koval, MD - Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma

© 1995-2008 Healthwise, Incorporated. Healthwise, Healthwise for every health decision, and the Healthwise logo are trademarks of Healthwise, Incorporated.
This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. How this information was developed to help you make better health decisions.

Click here to learn about Healthwise

Topic Contents
 Topic Overview
 Health Tools Click here to view Health Tools.
 Cause
 Symptoms
 What Happens
 What Increases Your Risk
 When To Call a Doctor
 Exams and Tests
 Treatment Overview
 Prevention
 Home Treatment
 Medications
 Surgery
 Other Treatment
 Other Places To Get Help
 Related Information
Arrow PointerReferences
 Credits