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Patellofemoral Syndrome — Non-Operative

Sanford Health

Weight-Bearing
FWB (modified per pain)
Key Restrictions
Patellar instability: avoid OKC 0-30 deg and CKC >90 deg; GPPS: avoid taping; soft tissue lesions: avoid repetitive knee flexion initially
Timeline & Phases
Phase I: Acute/Inflammatory; Phase II: Subacute and Early Strengthening; Phase III: Advanced Strengthening; Phase IV: Return to Performance (sport-specific progression)
Published
09/2025
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