Stretching the quadriceps and hip flexor muscles may help to lessen some of the downward pressure the patella applies to the fat pad. 8,9 Anti-inflammatory medicines are also frequently used. Much less often, injections of corticosteroids to reduce inflammation or surgery to trim the fat pad are required. 8,9. Related Entities
Two years ago I was diagnosed with type 2 Diabetes. My cholesterol and blood pressure are both high (blood pressure has improved this week since my GP increased the Ramipril to 10mg and added Amlodipine 5mg).
1 Amlodipine is an oral drug thatâs used to treat high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, and angina. 2  This drug comes in the form of a tablet you take by mouth.  Amlodipine is available as the brand-name drug Norvasc. Itâs also available as a generic drug.