Knee Disorders

The knee connects the thigh with the lower leg and consists of two articulations. One is between the large thigh bone (femur) and the large bone in the lower leg (the tibia). The second connects the femur and patella (the kneecap).

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.

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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!