title: Patellofemoral dysfunction. How to treat, when to refer patients with problematic knees.
abstract: Patellofemoral dysfunction is a common orthopedic condition. It can be successfully treated by primary care physicians who are familiar with the risk factors, clinical presentation, therapy, and indications for orthopedic referral. Use of a well-tested treatment program can help return most patients to normal function.
authors.affiliation: Department of Family Practice, Michigan State University, East Lansing 48824.
authors.forename: E J
authors.initials: EJ
authors.lastname: Swenson
authors.forename: D O
authors.initials: DO
authors.lastname: Hough
authors.forename: D B
authors.initials: DB
authors.lastname: McKeag
mesh_terms: D000367:Age Factors; D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D002357:Cartilage Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology; D002358:Cartilage, Articular; D005194:Family Practice; D006801:Humans; D010146:Pain / Q000503:physiopathology*; D059408:Pain Management; D010329:Patella / Q000503:physiopathology; D010808:Physical Examination; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D013577:Syndrome