Knee Injuries

When an LCL tear fails to heal adequately after nonsurgical treatments, surgery to repair or reconstruct the ligament may be recommended.

Jumper's Knee symptoms include knee pain and swelling, diagnosed through a clinical exam, imaging, and assessment of the patient's activity history.

Symptoms of acute patellar injury include pain, swelling, instability, and difficulty moving the knee.

Symptoms of knee hyperextension include pain, swelling, and instability, with potential ligament injuries.

Kneecap dislocation symptoms include pain, swelling, and instability when the patella shifts from its normal position.

Lateral collateral ligament (LCL) tears are often accompanied by painful symptoms, including tenderness, swelling, and trouble bearing weight.

MCL tear symptoms may arise immediately or worsen days after injury. Associated knee injuries, like meniscal tears, may also occur.

Meniscal tear symptoms include pain, swelling, stiffness, and limited knee movement, often with a popping sensation during injury.

Symptoms of a PCL tear include sharp pain, weight-bearing difficulty, and stiffness. However, PCL tears may go unnoticed if the injury is mild.

Runner’s knee pain is felt at the front of the knee, at the patellofemoral joint, and tends to worsen over time.