Knee

Common Knee Conditions We Treat

• Ligament Injuries
  Damage to the stabilizing ligaments of the knee, causing pain, swelling, and instability during movement or weight-bearing activities.
• ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) Tear or Sprain
  Injury to the anterior cruciate ligament, one of the key stabilizers of the knee, often occurring during pivoting movements or sudden stops in sports activities.
• PCL (Posterior Cruciate Ligament) Injury
  Damage to the posterior cruciate ligament, typically caused by direct impact to the front of the knee or hyperextension, leading to knee instability and pain.
• MCL (Medial Collateral Ligament) Sprain
  Injury to the ligament on the inner side of the knee, often resulting from a force applied to the outside of the knee, causing pain and tenderness along the inner joint line.
• LCL (Lateral Collateral Ligament) Sprain
  Damage to the ligament on the outer side of the knee, usually from force applied to the inside of the knee, resulting in pain and instability on the lateral aspect.
• Knee Instability After Trauma
  A feeling of the knee "giving way" or buckling following injury, often due to ligament damage or joint capsule disruption requiring specialized rehabilitation.
• Meniscus Injuries
  Damage to the C-shaped cartilage structures that act as shock absorbers between the thigh and shin bones, affecting knee stability and movement.
• Medial or Lateral Meniscus Tear
  Tearing of the inner (medial) or outer (lateral) meniscus, often causing pain, swelling, catching sensations, and limited range of motion in the knee joint.
• Degenerative Meniscus Lesion
  Age-related wear and tear of the meniscus tissue, leading to fraying and tearing without significant trauma, common in middle-aged and older adults.
• Locked Knee
  Inability to fully straighten the knee due to a displaced fragment of torn meniscus or other internal derangement, requiring prompt evaluation and treatment.
• Knee Osteoarthritis
  Progressive wear and deterioration of the knee joint cartilage, causing pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility, particularly with weight-bearing activities.
• Bursitis
  Inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that cushion the knee joint, resulting in localized swelling, warmth, and tenderness, often due to repetitive motion or pressure.
• Synovitis
  Inflammation of the synovial membrane lining the knee joint, causing pain, swelling, and warmth, often associated with other knee conditions or systemic inflammatory disorders.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
  An autoimmune condition affecting the knee joints, causing symmetrical inflammation, pain, stiffness, and potential joint damage requiring specialized management and rehabilitation.