Knee Injury / Knee Pain

knee injury / knee pain

Although the knee joint has a very simple purpose which is to bend and extend, knee injuries are some of the most common in sports as well as in individuals everyday lives. This weight bearing joint is made up of different bones as well as soft tissues including muscles, cartilage, tendons and ligaments. Due to the complexity of the knee joint, there are a wide range of injuries that can happen, so it is important to become as educated as possible on how to prevent these injuries from occurring. Also, it is equally as important to understand how to rehabilitate knee injuries if they happen to occur. It is crucial to get on the proper treatment plan to help rehabilitate the specific knee injury that you may be suffering from. Please note that if you are suffering from a soft tissue injury, then you can treat the initial stages of the injury by following the R.I.C.E. treatment method, but if there are lingering symptoms then surgical intervention may be required. The knee is one of the most commonly operated on areas of the body, and it is an especially common procedure performed on athletes in all sports. Please see the common knee surgeries section of sports injury advice to better understand the different procedures.

Anatomical Features of the Knee Region

Knee Injury Treatment Tips

  • Consult with a medical professional to receive the proper diagnosis.
  • Follow the R.I.C.E principles.
  • Begin working on strengthening the muscles surrounding the knee.
  • Begin working on stretching out the soft tissues in the knee and surrounding area.
  • Use the appropriate NSAIDs or Corticosteroids to help alleviate any pain and inflammation.
  • Proper use of massage therapy may be very beneficial in the healing process of the injured soft tissues.
  • Fit yourself with the appropriate brace for the injury that you have suffered.

Recent Knee Injury Articles

knee injury / knee pain
The Best Ways To Prevent Knee Injuries
Sunday, October 09, 2011
Preventing knee injuries is a crucial element to the success of any athlete or individual. The knee is a weight bearing joint that is constantly under a great deal of stress and can be easily injured.  However, their are a number of ways to help prevent knee injuries from occuring in the first place. For more information on how to prevent a knee injury, you don't need to go any further than this article on the best ways to prevent knee injuries.
How to Rehab Your Knee After ACL Surgery
Monday, September 19, 2011
An ACL tear is one of the most commonly seen injuries suffered in all types of sports and in most cases surgery is required to repair the torn anterior cruciate ligament. It is important to have a full understanding of how to properly rehab the knee after ACL surgery, because if treated inproperly you may have lingering symptoms throughout the rest of your life.  This article was written to provide an in depth process on how to effectively rehabilitate the knee after ACL surgery.