What are the common causes of severe knee pain?

What are the Common Causes of Severe Knee Pain?

Overview Severe knee pain can develop in anyone of any age. In fact, there is a number of different reasons behind severe knee pain. Are you experiencing knee pain for a long time? AOSM is the Best Sports Medicine Centre in Delhi that provides treatment for all joint problems or injuries. They diagnose the problem and provide the best treatment for your knee pain. Our knee joint supports motions like running, walking, jumping, turning, and crouching. The knee joint is more prone to injuries.

Following are some common causes of severe knee pain:

Knee Bursitis Trauma Dislocated Kneecap

Knee Bursitis

It is inflammation or irritation of bursae. A sudden twist or movement can injure your bursae. Bursitis can lead to warmth, pain, swelling, and stiffness in the knee joint.

Usually, people with bursitis need steroid injections.

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Trauma The overall structure and mechanism of the knee joint increase the risk of knee injuries.

Some of the common knee injuries are the Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL), Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL), and Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL). Well, these injuries are common in athletes. Usually, knee trauma occurs because of overstretching or overworking.

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Dislocated Kneecap This is a condition where the knee cap moves out of place because of a sudden twist or damage. In a majority of cases, doctors recommend surgery to relocate the knee cap. This is a medical emergency that needs instant clinical attention. The recovery period after knee replacement surgery is around 5 to 6 weeks.

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