Patellar Tracking Disorder

Medications

To reduce knee pain and swelling related to patellar tracking disorder, you can take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Do not give aspirin to anyone younger than 20 because of the risk of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious disease.

The dietary supplements glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate may also relieve pain.


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

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