🦵💔 "Decoding Knee Pain: Let's Unveil the Possibilities" 💔🦵
🌟 If you've ever found yourself saying, "My knee hurts: what could it be?" you're not alone. The knee is a complex joint with numerous structures that can be the source of pain, not to mention the pain referral from the hip & lumbar spine. Let's shed some light on the main suspects behind anterior knee pain. 🕵️♀️💡
Here's a glimpse into the key players:
🔍 Pain on the kneecap (patella):
Patellofemoral pain
Patellar fracture
Prepatellar bursa inflammation
🔍 Just above the patella:
Quadriceps tendinopathy
Suprapatellar bursa issues
🔍 Inside of the knee:
Medial meniscus tear
Medial collateral ligament (MCL) injury
Medial plica irritation
🔍 Inside and below the joint line of the knee:
Pes anserine tendinopathy
🔍 Under the patella:
Infrapatellar bursa inflammation
Osgood-Schlatter disease (seen in adolescents)
Patellar tendinopathy
Patellar fat pad irritation
Osteochondritis
Sinding-Larsen-Johansson syndrome (seen in adolescents)
🔍 Outside of the knee and below the joint line:
Fibula head discomfort
🔍 Outside of the knee:
Lateral plica irritation
Iliotibial band syndrome
Lateral collateral ligament (LCL) injury
Lateral meniscus tear
Feeling overwhelmed? Don't worry! The next step is to seek the expertise of a healthcare professional who can conduct a thorough evaluation. They will create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
For those experiencing knee pain, remember, understanding the potential causes is the first step toward finding relief. 💪🌈
Health professionals, save this comprehensive list for future reference! 📝
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