Knee

Can a meniscus tear heal on its own? It’s a question that plagues many facing this common knee injury. While some meniscus tears have the capacity for self-repair, especially those with adequate blood supply, others may require surgical intervention. This post will guide you through the factors affecting the healing of a meniscus tear, outlining […]

Imagine this: you’re playing your favorite sport when suddenly, you feel a sharp pain in your knee. The pain is unbearable, and you’re left wondering, “how do I know if my knee injury is serious?” Identifying the symptoms of serious knee injuries is crucial for proper treatment and recovery. In this blog post, I’ll explore

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 lagged behind the other cruciate ligament in the knee, the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), probably because there are far fewer PCL injuries than ACL injuries and they rarely require surgery.   This

Introduction A popliteal cyst, also called a Baker’s cyst, is a soft, often painless bump that develops on the back of the knee. A cyst is usually nothing more than a bag of fluid. These cysts occur most often when the knee is damaged due to arthritis, gout, injury, or inflammation in the lining of the knee

Introduction Iliotibial band (ITB) syndrome is an overuse problem that is often seen in bicyclists, runners, and long-distance walkers. It causes pain on the outside of the knee just above the joint. It rarely gets so bad that it requires surgery, but it can be very bothersome. The discomfort may keep athletes and other active people