are replaced with a prosthesis—patellofemoral joint replacement is a less invasive surgery that involves resurfacing the back of the kneecap and the front of the thighbone. Although the surgery was ...

Patella stabilization is the process of solidifying the kneecap into place so that it is not at risk of displacement. The treatment and surgery that is best for your patella stabilization is based on ...

called patellofemoral instability (a dislocating kneecap), would cause the kneecap to shift out of its groove. Every dislocation would further damage the cartilage in her knee. Because she did not ...

Some soccer players, particularly those who have had previous knee surgery, may experience pain in the soft tissue around the patella, which may require resection (removal). Controlling or ...

In patients with chronic patellar pain who have tried these treatments for an extended duration, surgery may be considered. Surgery is usually considered if the damaged tendon is seen on an MRI.

Jinder Mahal took to Instagram to reveal that he suffered a ruptured patella tendon in a June 15 bout against Ali and recently underwent successful surgery for his injury. There is no timetable for ...

Often called runner's knee, this painful overuse condition may lead to knee osteoarthritis. Chondromalacia patella is the breakdown of cartilage on the underside of the kneecap (patella). When the ...