Knee injuries are common among those who engage in recreational sports or exercise. One of the most prevalent injuries are meniscus tears. This can occur acutely during activity or happen gradually over time. Regardless of the mechanism of injury, a torn meniscus can lead to significant knee pain and subsequent disability. What is The Meniscus?
1. Ice and Elevation After Activity After engaging in physical activity, swelling and irritation of the joint structures of the knee can occur. This can cause sensations of stiffness, worsening of pain and general discomfort. By applying ice to the knees and elevating them above the level of the heart, you can reduce this swelling
Osteoarthritis is a common degenerative condition occurring in over 19% of the American population over 45 years old (Del Amo, 2022). The condition frequently affects the knee joint in the body resulting in pain, weakness, stiffness, swelling, and reduced range of motion (ROM). How Do You Know If You Have Osteoarthritis? A diagnosis of Osteoarthritis
There are a number of reasons why someone may develop muscle weakness. Inactivity, poor muscle activation, and compensatory movement patterns are just a few of these reasons. But can weakness lead to the onset of, or contribute to pain? The evidence suggests that it can. Specifically, weakness of the hips can be part of the
Having adequate knee range of motion is essential for completing activities of daily living and recreational activities. Limitations of knee motion can be due to several factors described below. Joint Capsule The knee joint is surrounded by a ligamentous structure that forms a soft tissue capsule around the articulating surfaces. Tightness of different portions of
Did you cringe during the Super Bowl LVI after Odell Beckham Jr. suffered a non-contact knee injury? This article will breakdown what happened during the play that OBJ got injured. Here is the link to the play below: Odell Beckham Jr. Leaves Field with Knee Injury OBJ takes a sudden stop after he catches the
Does pain at the front of your knee or around your knee cap make squatting, sitting for a long time, walking up and down stairs, or playing sports difficult? This type of pain that occurs at the front of the knee, and/or directly under or surrounding the kneecap is known as patello-femoral pain (PFP). It
Have you experienced knee pain or instability after landing awkwardly following a jump or coming to a sudden stop when running? This may be the result of a hyperextended knee. A knee hyperextension injury occurs when the knee is bent backwards or “extended” beyond its normal range due to excessive stress on the major ligaments
Do you experience knee instability? Are you worried about changing directions when walking because you are afraid of sharp knee pain? Do you favor one leg more than the other? Knee irritation with certain movements is a sign that your Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) may have too much laxity or that your ACL is damaged.
