Major progress has been made in the last 10 years in understanding the problems of the patellofemoral joint.  Scanning techniques with both CT X-ray and magnetic resonance scanning (MRI) have helped considerably to establish the cause of underlying problems.  Scanning techniques are likely to continue to improve in the years ahead.

Minimally invasive surgical techniques will continue to be developed, and it is likely that in the future early articular cartilage damage will be treated successfully by grafting techniques.  The treatment of established arthritis will continue to require joint replacements and these are likely to improve over the years ahead.  It is unlikely that there will be any major changes in the next 5-10 years, however in the future it is certain that there will be much greater knowledge and understanding of the function of patellofemoral joint replacements.

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If you think you have problems with your knee and patellofemoral joint then you should see your Doctor. If simple treatment does not cure the condition then referral to an orthopeadic knee surgeon with a special interest in this subject will be required.