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Knee pain is described as any form of pain, tenderness, or discomfort in your knee joint. Joint pain can develop quickly or gradually over a long time. Knee joint pain can affect you at any age, commonly as the result of a knee injury or a medical condition.
Orthopedic doctors at Dignity Health provide complete care for knee pain, with a focus on restoring your range of motion, joint function, and minimizing your discomfort. Find a Doctor at Dignity Health.
Talk with your doctor if you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms of knee pain:
If you’re struggling with chronic knee pain, or if discomfort is preventing you from daily activities, consult an orthopedic doctor at Dignity Health.
The knee is a complex joint that connects bones such as the thigh (femur), shinbone (tibia), and kneecap (patella).
It also involves cushioning and connective materials such as cartilage, which cushions the joint and the menisci, which also cushion the joint and absorb impact. The joint is also supported by ligaments, which connect everything, and tendons, which attach to the muscles to the bones.
Things like overuse or injury can damage any of these structures. The most frequent causes of knee pain result from sports injuries, chronic joint deterioration, or everyday repetitive motion overuse.
Dignity Health offers comprehensive care for the following causes of knee pain:
Though different types of knee pain, such as arthritis and injury, have slightly different risk factors, the following factors cause the most significant increase in the risk of developing knee pain:
Some causes of knee pain, like accidental injury, arthritis, gout, and genetic conditions, can’t always be avoided. However, some ways to protect your knees and reduce the likelihood of developing knee pain include:
The information contained in this article is meant for educational purposes only and should not replace advice from your healthcare provider.