Patellofemoral arthrosis of the knee joint is a specific medical term commonly used to diagnose pathologies associated with abnormal development of the cartilage tissue of a joint.
This disease can occur in the presence of any of the causes or a complex of pathologies and disorders.
Osteoarthritis of the patello-femoral articulation of the kneejoint arises mainly due to excessive loads on a particular area of the body. Over time, pathology can turn into arthrosis. Symptoms include the following symptoms:
Symptoms of the disease largely depend on its degree.expressiveness. In the first degree, no structural changes in the patella area are observed, and the development of pathology can be recognized by the presence of pulling unpleasant sensations in the knee area. In this case, the patient is shown complete rest, possibly with local application of cold. You also need to avoid overloading the knee joint in the future.
With regard to grade 3 pathology, during x-rays, you can see the deformation of the patellofemoral articulation, which becomes an indication for surgery.
Diagnose patellofemoral arthrosis canonly clinically. The doctor conducts probing the outer and inner side of the knee joint. Additional laboratory tests and clinical examinations for diagnosis are not required. Initially, the doctor determines the painful points by moving the patella to the side. In this case, the patient should take a comfortable supine position, completely relaxing his legs.
With significant loads and the presence of pathologiescartilage tissue can occur patelloferal arthrosis of the knee joint. Treatment in this case is aimed at eliminating existing painful sensations and restoring damaged cartilage and joints. For minor pains, symptomatic therapy is often sufficient, which implies:
In the presence of pain you need to reduce the stress exerted on the knees. If necessary, perform movements, you must use fixing bandages, knee pads, elastic bandages.
Knowing how to treat patellofemoral arthrosis, you can get rid of the syndrome at the initial stage and prevent its further development, as well as the occurrence of complications.
When conducting complex therapy, be sure toIt is necessary to include in the program of treatment and physiotherapeutic procedures. Laser therapy is often used, which implies the use of a focused beam of light. This method helps well in the course of 2 and 3 stages of the syndrome.
If patellofemoral arthrosis was diagnosed, treatment implies the use of medication as well, in particular, such as:
Anti-inflammatory drugs help eliminate strong pain. Often used such tools as "Diclofenac", "Ketoprofen", "Indomethacin", "Ibuprofen".
Хондропротекторы применяются для восстановления damaged cartilage tissue of the knee joint. They are available in tablet form, as well as in the form of ointments and creams. Among the pills you need to highlight the drugs "Struktum", "Don", "Teraflex", "Chondroitin". Among the ointments and creams, Voltaren, Viprosal, Diclac gel are well established, as they improve elasticity and help strengthen muscle fibers. "Finalgel" and "Nikofleks" help to improve blood microcirculation.
"Бишофит" способствует рассасыванию артрозов.To obtain the desired effect, you need to apply a compress in the area of the knee and wrap it with a thick wool fabric. Compresses with medical preparations are widely used for therapy. They help eliminate pain and inflammation. It is worth remembering that the medicinal product must be selected only by the attending doctor, with an indication of the exact dosage and duration of the course of therapy.
Patellofemoral arthrosis of the first and second stages is also well treated by the use of intra-articular injections. Anesthetics, glucocorticosteroids, chondroprotectors are used as medicines.
Arthrosis of the patelofemoral joint is treated andthe help of folk techniques that help get rid of unpleasant feelings and to achieve a significant improvement in well-being. Woodlice helps to normalize the metabolism, which is why it needs to be consumed in food, adding to first courses or salads. It is also used as a tincture for kneading. For cooking means you need 2 tablespoons of chopped herbs, pour vodka and insist in a dry dark place.
Burdock is also widely used.You can apply fresh burdock leaves to the sore spot, or you can knead them a little, dip them in alcohol and attach them to the affected area, and then wrap the knee with a film and a warm cloth. Leave the burdock leaves on all night.
At the initial stage of the onset of pathologyyou need to try to minimize the motor load, and additionally shows the use of special tools for fixing the knee joint. For this, elastic knee pads are used.
If the conduct of conservative therapy did not bring the desired result, then patellofemoral arthrosis of the knee joint is treated by surgery.
Literal incision impliesthe following: a dissection of the patellar tendon is performed in order to return it to its original position. After the operation, it is necessary to undergo a rehabilitation course, which implies the restoration of physical activity, adherence to a special diet, as well as the implementation of special exercises. During rehabilitation, herbal decoctions, warming baths and compresses are widely used.
To prevent the occurrence of osteoarthritis in the knee joint, it is imperative to carry out prevention. To do this, you must:
