Common Knee Conditions
Learn more about some common knee conditions treated here at Orthobridge Orthopedic Centre in Kenya.
Knee Condition Treatment In Kenya
Knee pain is a common complaint among adults and most often associated with general wear and tear from daily activities like walking, bending, standing and lifting. Athletes who run or play sports that involve jumping or quick pivoting are also more likely to experience knee pain and problems. But whether an individual’s knee pain is caused by aging or injury, it can be a nuisance and even debilitating in some circumstances.
The knee is formed by the following parts:
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Tibia. This is the shin bone or larger bone of the lower leg.
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Femur. This is the thighbone or upper leg bone.
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Patella. This is the kneecap.
KNEE CONDITIONS
KNEE BRUSITIES
>>> Baker’s Cyst >>> Knee Dislocation
LIGAMENT INJURIES
OVERUSE INJURIES
KNEE CONDITIONS
>>> Knee Pain
>>> Meniscus Tear
>>> Patellar Tracking Disorder
KNEE BRUSITIES
>>> Baker’s Cyst
>>> Knee Dislocation
LIGAMENT INJURIES
>>> ACL Tears
>>> PCL Tears
>>> MCL Tears
OVERUSE INJURIES
>>> Runner’s Knee
>>> Shine Splints
>>> Jumper’s Knee ( Patellar Tendomitis)
Diagnosing Knee Conditions
To make our diagnosis, we start with your clinical exam, conduct a thorough health history, talk with you about your pattern of symptoms and take X-rays. Depending on what your X-rays show, further imaging, such as a CT scan, MRI, ultrasound or arthrogram, may be required. Our Radiology Services are state of the art and will help us determine how to treat your condition.
Treating Knee Injuries and Conditions
Note: If you have suffered any knee trauma, seek treatment right away. Failure to do so risks further complications, such as chronic instability, weakness, pain or malunion (where a fracture heals in a bad position that is difficult to undo). Getting that diagnosis quickly means we can treat you while the injury is simpler to treat. But, even if a problem has been misdiagnosed or is a long-term issue, we can still help. Treatment varies widely, depending on the problem. If the problem is not severe, your doctor may recommend RICE (rest, ice, compression and elevation) and will tell you exactly what to do.
scan, MRI, ultrasound or arthrogram, may be required. Our Radiology Services are state of the art and will help us determine how to treat your condition.
Treating Knee Injuries and Conditions
Note: If you have suffered any knee trauma, seek treatment right away. Failure to do so risks further complications, such as chronic instability, weakness, pain or malunion (where a fracture heals in a bad position that is difficult to undo). Getting that diagnosis quickly means we can treat you while the injury is simpler to treat. But, even if a problem has been misdiagnosed or is a long-term issue, we can still help. Treatment varies widely, depending on the problem. If the problem is not severe, your doctor may recommend RICE (rest, ice, compression and elevation) and will tell you exactly what to do.
Surgery for Knee Conditions
If we are able to effectively treat you without surgery, we will. But if you’ve already been treated without a good outcome, or you have a severe issue, we will discuss your surgical options and help you decide which option is best for you. We see hundreds of patients with knee problems every year, ranging from simple sprains to severe ACL tears. We are on the forefront of orthopaedic technology, offering advanced techniques and developing new procedures for difficult problems. Some of the knee surgery solutions we offer include:
SHOULDER CONDITIONS
- Shoulder arthritis
- Bursitis
- Tendonitis
- Swimmer’s shoulder
- Frozen shoulder
- Acromioclavicular joint problems
- Rotator cuff disease
- Broken shoulder
- Shoulder impingement syndrome
- Rotator cuff injuries
Instability
- Shoulder instability
- Shoulder dislocation
- Slap tears
ELBOW CONDITIONS
- Bursitis
- Golfer’s elbow
- Cubital tunnel syndrome
- Radial tunnel syndrome
- Elbow dislocation
- Elbow sprain
- Osteochondritis dissecans of the elbow
- Throwing injuries
- Bone spurs
- Elbow arthritis
- Elbow pain
Ligament Injuries
- Ulnar collateral ligament injury
- Tennis elbow
- Flexor Tendonitis
Fractures
The most common bone broken around the knee is the patella. The ends of the femur and tibia where they meet to form the knee joint can also be fractured.
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