
Runner's Knee
Pain found deep in the knee can be a symptom of chondromalacia patella, also known as patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). The meaning of chondromalacia is literally chondro- cartilage and malacia- weakening. Anatomically the patella, more commonly known as the kneecap, is found in front of the femur and above the tibia. Due to the superficial location of the patella, it can often be involved in fractures and is at greater risk of injury in any high impact sporting event or #