Experiencing discomfort at the back of the knee, known as posterior knee pain, often originates from various injuries. These injuries can manifest as either acute, which occurs suddenly, or chronic, which develops gradually knee pain. In the following sections, we’ll navigate through the common causes of these two forms of knee discomfort. Medically reviewed by Dr […]
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Experiencing pain at the front of your knee, or anterior knee pain can stem from a variety of causes. These often involve conditions like patellofemoral pain, Patella tendonitis, Osgood Schlatter disease, bursitis, and tendon ruptures. Medically reviewed by Dr Chaminda Goonetilleke, 14th Dec. 2021 Gradual Onset of Anterior Knee Pain Most anterior knee pain develops gradually
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Lateral knee pain refers to discomfort on the outside of the knee. We’ve compiled a list of the most prevalent injuries and reasons for this specific type of knee pain. Medically reviewed by Dr Chaminda Goonetilleke, 1st Dec. 2021 Gradual onset lateral knee pain Chronic knee pain typically emerges slowly over time, often due to continuous
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Medial knee pain refers to the discomfort experienced on the inside of the knee. Acute injuries often cause this pain, resulting from sudden trauma. On the other hand, chronic knee injuries develop over time, typically due to overuse. Medically reviewed by Dr Chaminda Goonetilleke, 30th Nov. 2021 Acute Knee Pain: Instant Injuries Acute knee pain typically
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A PCL tear refers to the rupture, or sprain, of the posterior cruciate ligament within the knee joint. This injury can result from an impact to the front of the knee that forces the joint to bend backwards in an unnatural way. Medically reviewed by Dr Chaminda Goonetilleke, 2nd Jan 2022 PCL injury symptoms The symptoms
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An acute knee injury bursts onto the scene without warning, arriving as a sprain, strain, dislocation, or even a fracture. Often the result of a direct blow or an unexpected twist, this type of injury can transform a routine movement into an agonizing experience. Medically reviewed by Dr Chaminda Goonetilleke, 31st Dec. 2021 Knee ligament sprains
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Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS), an overuse injury, is a prevalent source of lateral knee pain, particularly among runners. Medically reviewed by Dr Chaminda Goonetilleke, 22nd Dec. 2021 Iliotibial band symptoms & diagnosis ITB Friction Syndrome exhibits symptoms such as: A healthcare professional may conduct tests, like manipulating your leg’s position while applying pressure, to diagnose this
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Medically reviewed by Dr Chaminda Goonetilleke, 21st Dec. 2021 Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), also recognized as Runner’s Knee, Chondromalacia Patellae, Anterior Knee Pain, or Patellofemoral Joint Syndrome, is a condition caused by the kneecap’s friction against the underlying femur bone. Patellofemoral pain syndrome symptoms Symptoms of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome typically include: Assessment tests The following tests
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What is Patellar Tendinopathy? Patellar tendinopathy or tendinitis, also known as Jumper’s knee, is an overuse injury causing pain at the front of the knee. Specifically, at the base of the kneecap (patella). The term tendinopathy is usually more appropriate as it covers the more common degeneration and wear and tear rather than acute inflammation.
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An LCL sprain refers to a tear in the knee’s outer ligament. It usually results from a direct blow to the knee’s inside but can also arise from repetitive overuse. Medically reviewed by Dr Chaminda Goonetilleke, 13th Dec. 2021 Symptoms of an LCL sprain Key symptoms of a lateral collateral ligament (LCL) sprain include: Lateral Collateral
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