What is arthritis in the knee? Arthritis in the knee or knee osteoarthritis is a condition of wear and tear of the knee joint cartilage over a long period of time. It affects 20-40% of people over the age of 60 who experience knee pain. However, ageing is not the only cause of this condition. The degree of degeneration of the...

Jumper’s Knee: Pain in the Lower Knee Part Pain in the knee at the lower part of the front is sometimes brought on by jumping or sudden start/stop motions and changes in direction and can be due to an irritation of the patellar tendon, known as patellar tendinitis or jumper’s knee. Overloading of the quadriceps or patellar tendon can cause...

Knee Joint Pain: Causes Chronic Cases of Knee Pain The knee joint is one of the largest and most crucial joints in our body. It is a complex structure that facilitates our daily movements, including bending and walking. Knee joint pain can arise from a variety of causes and is critical to address in the initial stages. Pain can severely...

Unhappy Triad: 3 Combination of Partial Injuries The knee joint is a complex structure made of cartilage, bones and ligaments. It connects the femur bone to the tibia and fibula bones, allowing for complex movements like walking, jumping and running. Abnormal twisting motions beyond the knee’s natural limits can result in trauma to three crucial parts of the knee joint,...

Knee Osteoarthritis: Arthritis of the Knee Joint What is Knee Osteoarthritis? The knee joint is a complex structure consisting of bone, ligaments and cartilage. It facilitates movement and allows us to walk, run and jump. Long term wear and tear of the joint leads to the development of knee osteoarthritis.  Knee Osteoarthritis refers to the condition where there is inflammation due to...

Irritation in the Patellar Tendon: Causes Damage to Tendon What causes irritation and damage to the patellar tendon? The patella, also called the kneecap, is the convex bone which sits in front of the knee joint. The patellar tendon connects the patella bone to the tibia. It facilitates movement and allows us to perform daily movements like walking, jumping and...

What is Cruciate Ligament Tear? The knee joint is a complex structure that facilitates mobility and allows for complex movements including walking, running and jumping. Anatomically, the knee consists of two cruciate ligaments: Anterior and Posterior cruciate ligaments. Together they allow the knee to stretch and contract, resulting in movement. Abnormal and excessive stress can lead to a cruciate ligament tear...