Knee injuries involve trauma to one or more tissues that make up the knee joint: ligaments, tendons, cartilage, bones and muscles. These types of injuries may happen due to a fall, forceful twisting of the knee or high impact from a motor vehicle accident or another force.

What are the symptoms of knee damage that may require knee replacement surgery ?

  • Knee pain that hinders walking, climbing stairs or getting in and out of a chair
  • Knee pain interferes with sleep or does not subside with rest
  • Inability to cope with side effects of pain relief medication
  • Knee swelling that does not respond to treatment and that limits bending or straightening the knee
  • Significant bowing in or out of the knee

Knee Injury Facts

  1. The knee is one of the most common body parts to be injured.
  2. Types of common knee injuries include sprains, strains, bursitis, dislocations, fractures, meniscus tears, and overuse injuries.
  3. Knee injuries are generally caused by twisting or bending force applied to the knee, or a direct blow, such as from sports, falls, or accidents.
  4. Risk factors for knee injury include overuse, improper training, having osteoporosis, and playing high-impact sports that involve sudden changes in direction.
  5. The main signs and symptoms of knee injury are knee pain and swelling.
  6. Knee injuries are diagnosed by a history and physical examination. Sometimes an X-ray or MRI may be done.
  7. Treatment of knee injuries depends on the type and severity of the injury and can involve RICE therapy (rest, ice, compression, elevation), physical therapy, immobilization, or surgery.
  8. The prognosis for a knee injury depends on the type and severity of the injury and the need for physical therapy or surgery.9. Excessive lateral pressure syndrome
  9. Prevention of knee pain and injuries involves proper training, proper equipment, and maintaining a safe playing field or home environment to avoid falls.