Knee pain - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBJan 25, 2023 · Knee pain may be the result of an injury, such as a ruptured ligament or torn cartilage. Medical conditions — including arthritis, gout and infections — also can cause knee pain. Many types of minor knee pain respond well to self-care measures.
Ten common knee injuries and treatment - Medical News Today
WEBSep 9, 2017 · Below are 10 of the most common injuries of the knee. 1. Fractures. Any of the bones in or around the knee can be fractured. The most commonly broken bone in the joint is the patella or...
Common Knee Injuries - OrthoInfo - AAOS
WEBSome of the most common knee injuries include ligament sprains, fractures, and dislocations. Many knee injuries can be successfully treated with simple measures, such as bracing and rehabilitation exercises. Other injuries may require surgery to correct.
Knee Pain and Injuries: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention - WebMD
WEBMar 18, 2024 · Knee Injury. Many different types of injuries can cause knee pain. These include strains, sprains, ligament tears (such as ACL injury), cartilage tears, or broken bones (called...
Knee Sprain: Symptoms, Treatment & Recovery - Cleveland Clinic
WEBSep 21, 2023 · Knee sprains are injuries that happen when ligaments in your knee joint stretch too far or tear. Your knees are the biggest joints in your body. They connect your thigh bones (femur) to your shin bones (tibia). Your knees allow you to move, bend and extend your legs.
Knee Joint Pain: Causes, Treatments, and When to Get Help - Healthline
WEBMar 20, 2023 · Injuries from falls and direct blows to the knee may also cause joint pain. The most common types of knee-related injuries include fractures, as well as sprains, dislocations, and...
Knee pain - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
WEBJan 25, 2023 · Take a break from your normal activities to reduce repetitive strain on your knee, give the injury time to heal and help prevent further damage. A day or two of rest may be all you need for a minor injury.
Torn meniscus - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBJan 6, 2022 · A torn meniscus is one of the most common knee injuries. Any activity that causes you to forcefully twist or rotate your knee, especially when putting your full weight on it, can lead to a torn meniscus. Each of your knees has two C-shaped pieces of cartilage that act like a cushion between your shinbone and your thighbone.
Knee Pain: Causes & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic
WEBOct 20, 2023 · Knee pain is an extremely common symptom that can result from everything from a temporary injury to a chronic condition like arthritis. You can usually treat knee pain at home with rest and over-the-counter medicine.
Knee Pain: Causes, Treatments, Prevention - WebMD
WEBMay 14, 2023 · 16 min read. Knee pain is the most common musculoskeletal complaint that brings people to the doctor. It affects about 25% of U.S. adults. Several different things can lead to knee pain, and...