Which of the following most often occurs in athletes with weakness in the quadriceps muscle group or in female athletes who have a wider pelvis?
A) Osgood-Schlatter disease
B) Patellofemoral syndrome
C) An anterior cruciate ligament tear
D) A medial collateral ligament tear

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Patellofemoral syndrome is often seen in athletes with quadriceps weakness or in female athletes, partly due to the wider pelvis which can affect the alignment and movement of the patella (kneecap), leading to increased stress on the patellofemoral joint.

Which of the Following Most Often Occurs in Athletes with Weakness