Knee Disorders
Our knee specialists are devoted to providing you with the highly specialized care you need.
What is Knee Pain?
Knee pain is very common especially in athletes, people who work out and people who are on their feet all day. The most common problems, when it comes to knee pain, are issues with the kneecap.
What Causes Knee Pain?
Knee pain causes can be put into three categories:
- Acute injury: Such as a broken bone, torn ligament, meniscal tear, dislocation or fractures
- Medical condition: Such as arthritis, gout, infections
- Chronic pain: Such as osteoarthritis, patellar syndromes, tendinitis, bursitis
What are Knee Pain Symptoms and Signs?
Knee pain can happen in any area of the knee. Pain in the back of the knee could be caused by a condition called a “Baker Cyst.” Inflammation of the knee could be caused by a torn meniscus, a fracture or even a condition called “Runner’s Knee.”
Some signs and symptoms of knee pain include:
- difficulty walking
- unable to extend the knee
- locking of the knee
- redness and swelling
- shifting your weight to the opposite knee and foot, caused by discomfort
- limping caused by discomfort
Knee Conditions Treated:
- ACL Tears
- Meniscus injuries
- Osteoarthritis
- Knee replacements
Whether you injured your knee in sports, in a recreational activity, suffered an accident, or have an arthritis-related condition, our knee surgeons would be pleased to help you!
Learn More
Read more at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons patient information website.