Patellofemoral Pain vs Hoffaβs Fat Pad Impingement β Knowing the Difference Matters
Do you feel pain around your knee when climbing stairs, sitting for long, or standing up suddenly? It might be patellofemoral painβbut if your pain is deep under the kneecap and worsens when you fully straighten your leg, it could be Hoffaβs fat pad impingement. Understanding the difference is key to effective treatment.
Patellofemoral pain occurs due to misalignment or overuse of the kneecap, leading to irritation behind the patella. Symptoms include dull, aching pain in the front of the knee, often aggravated by squatting or climbing stairs.
Hoffaβs fat pad impingement, on the other hand, involves inflammation of the soft tissue beneath the kneecap, often after trauma or hyperextension. The pain feels sharper, especially when the leg is fully extended.
A physiotherapist evaluates knee movement, strength, and biomechanics to identify the root cause. Treatment may include taping, strengthening the VMO (Vastus Medialis Oblique), ultrasound therapy, and movement correction.
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