Karen, I have similar issues to you in that my knees like to not track properly. I was prescribed with custom insoles (which I absolutely love) and some physical therapy sessions. During physical therapy it was determined that my m. vastus medialis was very weak and so I underwent some strength training exercises and electro-stimulation. I also started cycling which has led me to where I am today. I love how that muscle now twitches on its own from cycling.
Your prior injury probably had a great deal to do with your knee problems today as you had to compensate by changing the way you walk. I was born fairly knock-kneed so I know all about over-compensation.Strengthen your m. vastus medialis. I can help you with some strength exercises if you need them. Also, try not to crank on the hills when you're on your bike.
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04-28-2008, 10:34 AM #1
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04-28-2008, 11:12 AM #2
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I have patellr femoral syndrome with chondromalacia too. I am weak in the VM and in the hips. I was first diagnosed in Jan. I have been working hard for 5 months to get rid of it. Lots of PT and ice and stretching.
It is a tough one! I am sorry that you are going through it too.
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