Rowing and its training regimen place significant loads on the patellofemoral joint.
Risk factors for chondromalacia patella:
(1) rigorous rowing
(2) training to strengthen the quadriceps (stair running, squat jumps, etc)
(3) genu valgum or genu varum
(4) pre-existing chondromalacia patella
Clinical features of chondromalacia patella:
(1) anterior knee pain during exertion
(2) knee pain when using stairs
(3) swelling
(4) crepitus
(5) clicking while rowing
(6) lateral patellar facet tenderness
(7) tight quadriceps
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Specialty: Surgery, orthopedic
