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  • Jumper's Knee

    Jumper's Knee-topic

    Jumper’s knee, also known as patellar tendinitis, is inflammation of the patellar tendon that connects...

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  • Baker's Cyst

    Baker's Cyst-topic

    The knee consists of a fluid called synovial fluid, which reduces the friction between the bones of the knee...

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  • Iliotibial Band Syndrome

    Iliotibial Band Syndrome-topic

    An iliotibial band is a tough group of fibers that runs from the iliac crest of the hip along...

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  • Fractures of the Tibia

    Fractures of the Tibia-topic

    The lower leg is made up of two long bones called the tibia and fibula that extend between the knee and ankle.

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  • Knee Injury

    Knee Injury-topic

    Pain, swelling, and stiffness are the common symptoms of any damage or injury to the knee. If care is not taken during...

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  • Unstable Knee

    Unstable Knee-topic

    The knee joint is one of the largest joints in the body. This highly complex joint has several tissues supporting...

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  • Knee Sprain

    Knee Sprain-topic

    Knee sprain is a common injury that occurs from overstretching of the ligaments that support the knee joint.

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  • ACL Tears

    ACL Tears-topic

    The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the major ligaments of the knee. It is located...

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  • MCL Tears

    MCL Tears-topic

    The medial collateral ligament (MCL) is the ligament located on the inner part of the knee joint.

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  • MCL Sprains

    MCL Sprains-topic

    The medial collateral ligament (MCL), a band of tissue present on the inside of your knee joint, connects...

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  • Meniscal Injuries

    Meniscal Injuries-topic

    Meniscal tears are one of the most common injuries to the knee joint. It can occur at any age but are more...

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  • Knee Ligament Injuries

    Knee Ligament Injuries-topic

    The knee is a complex joint that consists of bone, cartilage, ligaments, and tendons that help in your joint’s movements.

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  • Multiligament Instability

    Multiligament Instability-topic

    The knee is a complex joint of the body that is vital for movement. The four major ligaments of the knee are ...

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  • Knee Arthritis

    Knee Arthritis-topic

    The joint surface is covered by a smooth articular surface that allows pain-free movement in the joint.

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  • Patellar Dislocation/Patellofemoral Dislocation

    Patellar Dislocation/Patellofemoral Dislocation-topic

    Patellar dislocation occurs when the patella moves out of the patellofemoral groove, (trochlea) onto the bony...

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  • PCL Injuries

    PCL Injuries-topic

    Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), one of the four major ligaments of the knee, is situated at the back of the knee.

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  • Patellar Instability

    Patellar Instability-topic

    Any damage to the supporting ligaments may cause the patella to slip out of the groove either partially...

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  • Patella Fracture

    Patella Fracture-topic

    The kneecap or patella forms a part of the knee joint. It is present at the front of the knee, protecting...

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  • Recurrent Patella Dislocation

    Recurrent Patella Dislocation-topic

    The patella (kneecap) is a small bone that shields your knee joint. It is present in front of your knee, on a groove called...

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  • Quadriceps Tendon Rupture

    Quadriceps Tendon Rupture-topic

    The quadriceps can rupture after a fall, direct blow to the leg and when you land on your leg awkwardly from a jump.

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  • Patellar Tendon Rupture

    Patellar Tendon Rupture-topic

    The patellar tendon works together with the quadriceps muscle and the quadriceps tendon to allow your knee to straighten out.

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  • Periprosthetic Knee Fractures

    Periprosthetic Knee Fractures-topic

    Knee replacement, also called knee arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure in which the worn-out or damaged...

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  • Knee Dislocation

    Knee Dislocation-topic

    Knee dislocation is a condition that occurs when the bones that form the knee joint, namely the femur or thigh...

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  • Lateral Patellar Instability

    Lateral Patellar Instability-topic

    Lateral patellar instability is defined as a lateral shift or displacement of the patella (kneecap) as a result...

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  • Medial Patellar Instability

    Medial Patellar Instability-topic

    Medial patellar instability is a disabling condition characterized by medial subluxation of the patella which...

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  • Distal Femur Fracture

    Distal Femur Fracture-topic

    The femur or thigh bone is the longest and strongest bone in the body, connecting the hip to the knee.

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  • Knock Knees

    Knock Knees-topic

    Knock knees, also called genu valgum, is a type of angular knee deformity in which the legs curve inwards at the knees.

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  • Tibial Shaft Fracture

    Tibial Shaft Fracture-topic

    A tibial shaft fracture is a crack or break in the middle section of the tibia bone due to severe trauma.

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  • Patellar Tracking Disorder/Patellar Maltracking

    Patellar Tracking Disorder/Patellar Maltracking-topic

    Patellar tracking disorder, also known as patellar maltracking, is a condition in which the kneecap (patella) moves...

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  • Knee Fracture

    Knee Fracture-topic

    A fracture is a condition in which there is a break in the continuity of the bone.

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  • Knee Osteoarthritis

    Knee Osteoarthritis-topic

    Osteoarthritis also called degenerative joint disease, is the most common form of arthritis.

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  • Patellar Tendinitis

    Patellar Tendinitis-topic

    Patellar tendinitis, also known as "jumper's knee", is an inflammation of the patellar tendon...

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  • Meniscus Root Tear

    Meniscus Root Tear-topic

    Meniscal root tears are characterized as soft tissue or bony root avulsion injuries or radial tears...

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  • Knee Stress Fractures

    Knee Stress Fractures-topic

    Stress fractures of the patella or knee are very rare. Approximately two out of 10,000 athletes may experience...

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  • Multiligament Knee Injuries

    Multiligament Knee Injuries-topic

    Injury to more than one knee ligament is called a multiligament knee injury and may occur during sports or other physical activities.

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  • Knee Joint Bursa Infection

    Knee Joint Bursa Infection-topic

    Knee joint bursa infection, also known as septic knee bursitis, is a condition characterized by inflammation...

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  • Patellofemoral Arthritis

    Patellofemoral Arthritis-topic

    Patellofemoral arthritis is an inflammatory condition characterized by loss of the smooth cartilage between...

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  • Stress Fracture of the Tibia

    Stress Fracture of the Tibia-topic

    A stress fracture of the tibia or shinbone is a thin fracture, also called a hairline fracture that occurs...

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  • Anterior Knee Pain

    Anterior Knee Pain-topic

    The knee joint is a large, complex joint in the body that comprises of three bones, i.e. the lower end...

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  • Runner's Knee

    Runner's Knee-topic

    The patella, also called the kneecap, is a small flat triangular bone located at the front of the knee joint.

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  • Osgood-Schlatter Disease

    Osgood-Schlatter Disease-topic

    Osgood-Schlatter disease refers to an overuse injury that occurs in the knee of growing children and adolescents.

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