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What is chondrosis (chondromalacia)?

National Athletic Trainers' Association
National Athletic Trainers' Association
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Chondromalacia patella is a softening and deterioration of the cartilage on the back side of the kneecap. Pain, swelling, and a grinding sensation often accompany this pathology. (This answer provided for NATA by the Weber State University Athletic Training Education Program.)
Scripps Health
Scripps Health
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Dull knee pain that comes on gradually often stems from long-term deterioration of the knee’s cartilage. This deterioration is called chondromalacia.

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