Objective: To establish whether there is consensus in the areas of definition, classification,
assessment, diagnostic tests, and management of anterior knee pain. Data sources: A …

Anterior knee pain, specifically patellofemoral and peripatellar pathology, remains a difficult
and often frustrating condition to treat; and in some series, as few as 30% of patients achieve …

A methodical approach to the evaluation of patients with anterior knee pain is extremely
helpful. By exploring salient points from the patient's symptoms and history and adding …

The underlying etiology of anterior knee pain has been extensively studied. Despite many
possible causes, often times the diagnosis is elusive. The most common causes in the …

Eighty-five patients with sole anterior knee pain were treated with a physical therapy
program and a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory medication. Physical therapy consisted of …

Anterior knee pain is one of the most common knee problems in physically active
individuals. The reason for anterior knee pain has been suggested to be multifactorial with …

Many variables have retrospectively been associated with the presence of anterior knee
pain. Very few prospective data exist, however, to determine which of these variables will …

The anterior part of the knee consists mainly of structures belonging to the patellofemoral
joint (PFJ), which includes a variety of tissues, such as cartilage, subchondral bone, synovial …

Abstract Purpose of Review Anterior knee pain is a common musculoskeletal complaint
among people of all ages and activity levels. Non-operative approaches with an emphasis …

Anterior knee pain is a chronic condition that presents frequently to sports medicine clinics,
and can have a long-term impact on participation in physical activity. Conceivably, effective …