The knee is the largest joint in the body. It is responsible for bearing weight and helping with movement, such as walking, running, jumping or turning. Therefore, it is at high risk of injury, especially in those who play sports or exercise heavily and continuously. If not properly cared for, it may cause problems with the knee joints in the long term.<\/p>\n\n
Causes of knee injuries in sports \n\u2022 Sudden twisting or rotation of the knee while playing sports such as football, basketball, tennis \n\u2022 Direct impact to the knee from falling or colliding while playing \n\u2022 Overuse such as long-distance running without warming up or stretching \n\u2022 Weak muscles around the knee causing the knee to lack good support \n\u2022 Inappropriate shoes\/equipment or slippery surfaces causing loss of balance<\/p>\n\n
Common knee injuries \n1. ACL tear: Common in sports that require sudden stops or rapid changes of direction. \nSymptoms: Sudden pain, knee swelling, unsteady walking. \n \n2. Meniscus tear: Caused by vigorous knee rotation or excessive knee twisting. \nSymptoms: Pain in the inner\/outer knee, a \u201cclicking\u201d sound, or the knee locks and cannot bend. \n \n3. MCL\/LCL sprain: Twisting the knee to the side or hitting it from the side. \nSymptoms: Pain in the inner or outer knee, loose knee, unstable. \n \n4. Patellar dislocation: The patellar dislocation, especially from impact. \nSymptoms: Pain, swelling, feeling like the patella is out of place. \n \n5. Overuse injury: Running or playing repeatedly without enough rest. \nSymptoms: Pain during use, stiffness or pain throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n
Diagnosis \nYour doctor may: \n\u2022 Perform a physical examination and ask about your injury history \n\u2022 Take an X-ray to look at your bones \n\u2022 Take an MRI to look at your ligaments, discs, and soft tissues \n\u2022 Take an ultrasound or, in some cases, a CT scan<\/p>\n\n
Treatment options depend on the severity of your symptoms: \nFor mild symptoms: \n\u2022 Rest \n\u2022 Ice \n\u2022 Compression \n\u2022 Elevation \n\u2022 Pain relievers or anti-inflammatory drugs \n \nFor moderate to severe symptoms: \n\u2022 Knee brace \n\u2022 Physical therapy \n\u2022 PRP injections \n\u2022 Surgery to repair tendons or cartilage if necessary<\/p>\n\n
Preventing knee injuries \n\u2022 Warm up and stretch before and after playing sports \n\u2022 Wear shoes that are appropriate for the activity and have good traction \n\u2022 Play sports appropriately, do not overdo it \n\u2022 Strengthen the muscles around the knee, such as the quadriceps\/hamstrings \n\u2022 Get enough rest to allow the body to recover<\/p>\n\n
Our Hospital Services \n– Diagnosis of Knee Injuries by Sports Medicine Doctors \n– Knee MRI without Waiting \n– Knee Rehabilitation Program \n– Minimally Invasive Knee Surgery (Arthroscopy)<\/p>\n\n
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