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2. Infrapatellar fat pad syndrome - Wikipedia

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   Pain is generally just below the kneecap. [2] Symptoms may worsen if the knee is overly straightened or bent for too long a period. [2] Complications may include an inability to fully straighten the knee. [2] The underlying mechanism may involve bleeding, inflammation, or insufficient space for the fat pad. [2]

3. Infrapatellar bursitis - Wikipedia

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   Symptoms may include knee pain, swelling, and redness just below the kneecap. [2] It may be complicated by patellar tendonitis. [1] Risk factors include kneeling or crawling. [4] It may also be brought on by frequent bending of the knees while standing, squatting, running, or jumping.

4. Knee pain in the US increased 65% over the past 20 years ...

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   The report also found the prevalence of knee pain has increased 65% over the past 20 years. Osteoarthritis is often the cause of knee pain, especially for women and older adults, according to the ...

5. Chondromalacia patellae - Wikipedia

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   The patella's posterior surface is covered with a layer of smooth cartilage, which the base of the femur normally glides smoothly against when the knee is bent. However, in some individuals the kneecap tends to rub against one side of the knee joint, irritating the cartilage and causing knee pain.

6. Why are older women predisposed to osteoarthritis?

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   According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), women over 50 are at a higher risk for osteoarthritis. This age is around the time that menopause happens .

7. Patellofemoral pain syndrome - Wikipedia

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   Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS; not to be confused with jumper's knee) is knee pain as a result of problems between the kneecap and the femur. [4] The pain is generally in the front of the knee and comes on gradually. [2] [4] Pain may worsen with sitting down with a bent knee for long periods of time, excessive use, or climbing and ...