Anatomical graphic of what prepatellar bursitis looks when inflamed
Patellofemoral Disorders

Prepatellar Bursitis

Introduction Prepatellar bursitis is the inflammation of a small sac of fluid located in front of the kneecap. This inflammation can cause many problems in the

Anatomical graphic of plica syndrome which can occur on a normal knee that has been injured or overused.
Patellofemoral Disorders

Plica Syndrome

Introduction Plica syndrome is an interesting problem that occurs when an otherwise normal structure in the knee becomes a source of knee pain due to injury

The women in the picture jumping on her knee can cause Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Disorders

Patellar Tendonitis

Introduction Alignment or overuse problems of the knee structures can lead to strain, irritation, and/or injury. This produces pain, weakness, and swelling of the knee

Anatomical graphic of the knee join that can have patellofemoral problems.
Patellofemoral Disorders

Patellofemoral Problems

Introduction The patella, or kneecap, can be a source of knee pain when it fails to function properly. Alignment or overuse problems of the patella can

Anatomic graphic of Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries or tears that require treatment.
Knee

Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries

Introduction The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) is one of the less commonly injured ligaments of the knee. Understanding this injury and developing new treatments for it have

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