Can chondromalacia patella of the knee be cured?
May 04, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, chondromalacia patellae can be cured. Patients with chondromalacia patellae can go to the hospital for drug treatment, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs including diclofenac sodium sustained-release capsules and ibuprofen sustained-release capsules, which help relieve pain and reduce inflammation. In addition, if the condition is severe, surgical treatments may also be performed, such as lateral retinacular release, patellectomy, or artificial joint replacement.
Knee patellar chondromalacia can normally be cured, but there is a possibility of recurrence. The specific analysis is as follows:
Patellar chondromalacia primarily results from chronic injury leading to cartilage swelling, erosion, cracking, fragmentation, and detachment. With standardized treatment, the condition is usually curable. Patients can go to the hospital for medical treatments such as taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including diclofenac sodium sustained-release capsules or ibuprofen sustained-release capsules, which help relieve pain and inflammation. Additionally, in severe cases, surgical interventions may be considered, such as lateral retinacular release, patellectomy, or artificial joint replacement.
Patients are advised to seek timely and proper treatment to prevent symptom progression and avoid reduced quality of life and impaired physical function.
