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Statistics about Knee Pain
Statistics about Knee Pain
Chronic knee pain is very common, especially in ages 50+. It has been said 1 in 10 are affected by knee pain in their lifetime. Studies have shown that up to 20% do not benefit from knee replacement surgery.
What causes Knee Pain?
Chronic knee pain may arise after an injury, such as :
Sprains and strains
Tendonitis
Cartilage damage
Osgood-Schlatters disease
Dislocated Kneecap
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Chronic knee pain may occur from other conditions:
Osteoarthritis
Bursitis
Bleeding in the joint
Gout
Septic Arthritis
Obesity
What are the symptoms?
What are the symptoms?
Chronic knee pain can be described as feeling like:
Crunching/clicking
shooting
burning
Stabbing
stiffness
Chronic knee pain can radiate to other areas, such as the hips and legs. It also causes limited range of movement.
Can anything trigger the pain?
Can anything trigger the pain?
Many activities can worsen knee pain symptoms, such as:
Laying down
Sitting down
Bending
Twisting
Lifting heavy items
Walking
Imaging In Diagnosis
Often in diagnosis, a doctor will diagnose knee pain from a clinical history and physical examination. However, if specialized treatment or confirmation of conditions is needed, the patient may have X-rays, CT or MRI.
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