Knee Pain
Knee pain is a common issue for people of all ages in Singapore, whether you’re very active like athletes and gym enthusiasts, or less active. It can stem from many causes, including injuries, arthritis, or damage to the ligaments or cartilage in the knee.
KNEE ISSUE SEVERITY MAY CAUSE DIFFERENT SYMPTOMS
What are the symptoms?
Depending on how severe the knee issue is, you might also experience:
Swelling in the knee
Difficulty bearing weight on the knee
The knee joint locking or clicking
What are some of the commonly encountered knee problems
ACL Tear:
This is a common injury for people who play sports like football and basketball. Even if it seems to heal, it can lead to long-term knee problems.
Fractures:
Conditions like osteoporosis can make your bones more likely to break.
Torn Meniscus:
The meniscus is a piece of cartilage in your knee that helps absorb shock and support your weight. It’s prone to wear and tear and can be injured by a sudden twist of the knee during physical activity.
Iliotibial Band Syndrome:
This happens when the iliotibial band, a strip of tissue running from the outside of your hip to the outside of your knee, is overused or stretched too much.
Dislocated Kneecap:
This is when the patella (the kneecap) gets out of its usual position.
Hip or Foot Pain:
Pain in your hip or foot can change the way you walk, putting extra stress on your knee joint.
Knee Bursitis:
This is when the small fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that cushion your knee joint become inflamed.
What are the Different types of arthritis?
Knee pain can be caused by different types of arthritis, including:
Osteoarthritis:
Wear-and-tear arthritis that affects the knee joint.
Rheumatoid Arthritis:
An autoimmune condition that can cause inflammation in the knee.
Gout:
A type of arthritis caused by a buildup of uric acid crystals in the joint.
Pseudogout:
Similar to gout, but caused by calcium pyrophosphate crystals.
Septic Arthritis:
An infection in the knee joint that can cause pain and swelling.
Other factors that can increase your risk of knee pain include:
Being overweight
Not having enough flexibility or strength in your muscles
Playing high-impact sports that put extra stress on your knees
Previous knee injuries
If knee pain is left untreated, it could lead to serious issues like long-term osteoarthritis, severe pain, joint damage, and even disability.
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