Knee Sports Injuries
Knee sports injuries happen during physical activity or exercise and affect the structures within or around the knee joint. While some injuries are mild and improve with rest, others may need specialist care.
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See tests & treatmentsKnee sports injuries happen during physical activity or exercise and affect the structures within or around the knee joint. While some injuries are mild and improve with rest, others may need specialist care.
Ligament damage occurs when the band of tissue that connects bones around a joint is suddenly torn or stretched further than its normal range, resulting in injury.
Meniscus tears are tears in the cartilage that cushions your knee joint.
Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis, causing pain and stiffness in the affected joints.
Osteoporosis causes bones to become brittle and fragile, so even minor bumps, falls, or stresses can cause a fracture (break).
Patellar tendonitis is a common cause of knee pain, especially in people who play sports that involve jumping or running. It affects the tendon that connects your kneecap (patella) to your shinbone.
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.
Rotator cuff tendonitis is inflammation of the tendons in your shoulder joint, which is often caused by overuse and injury to the shoulder.
Sciatica can happen for many reasons – from injuries to pregnancy, or underlying conditions such as osteoarthritis.
Scoliosis is a condition in which the spine curves sideways, often forming a visible 'S' or 'C' shape.
Shin splints is a common condition that causes pain along the front of the lower leg (shin). It’s often linked to exercise, particularly running or high-impact activities.
Shoulder pain can happen for many reasons – from frozen shoulder to arthritis, sports injuries to muscle strain.
A sprained ankle is a common injury that affects the ligaments around the ankle joint. It often happens during sports, exercise, or everyday activities such as walking on uneven ground
Tennis elbow is a painful condition that affects the tendons that attach the forearm muscles to the outside of the elbow.
Osteoarthritis is a common condition where there’s a breakdown of the protective cartilage that lines your joints, causing pain and stiffness.
A torn ACL is a very common knee injury, which causes swelling, pain, weakness, and other symptoms.
Trigger finger is a painful condition where your finger clicks or locks when you bend it.