Most people experience knee pain at some point in their lives, it is one of the most common physical injuries and has many possible causes. There are many reasons you may be experiencing knee pain, and we are equipped to accurately diagnose and effectively treat all of them. Common causes of knee pain include the gradual wearing down of the knees, such as that caused by arthritis, and acute injuries, such as a torn meniscus.
Left untreated, many knee problems can hinder movement, worsen over time, or eventually require surgery.
Sports, exercise and other activities can cause muscle strains, tendinitis, and more serious injuries to ligaments and cartilage in the knee. The location of the knee pain can vary depending on which structure is involved.
What Causes Knee Pain?
The causes of knee pain can vary, and the most common ones include the following:
Injuries
Depending on their severity, the ligaments, tendons, knee pouches, cartilage, and knee joint bones can be affected. The most common knee injuries include meniscus tears, patellar bursitis, patella tendonitis, anterior cruciate ligament injuries, and fractures.
Knee arthritis
Different types of arthritis affect the knee joint and any other joint. Some types of arthritis that affect the knee and cause knee joint pain include rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, septic arthritis, gout, pseudogout, etc.
Mechanical problems
Another cause of knee pain can be mechanical problems such as patella dislocation, iliotibial band syndrome, or even hip or foot pain can also cause knee pain.