Knee pain Physio Sydney

Knee pain resulting from sudden injuries such as ligament tears (e.g., ACL, MCL), meniscus tears, fractures, or dislocations. These injuries often occur during sports activities or accidents and can feel like a sudden sharp or stabbing pain in or around the knee.

Knee pain caused by repetitive stress on the knee joint, leading to conditions such as patellofemoral pain syndrome (runner's knee), tendinitis, or bursitis. This is often a dull or nagging type of knee pain. Activities like running, jumping, or prolonged kneeling can contribute to this type of pain. 

OSTEOARTHRITIS

Knee pain resulting from the wear and tear of the joint over time. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative condition characterised by the breakdown of cartilage, leading to effects on bone surfaces, inflammation, and pain. Osteoarthritis can make your knee feel stiff, puffy and swollen when you rise from a sitting position, and in some cases wobbly or like it's going to buckle. You may also experience cracking or grinding noises accompanied by sensations of pain when you move your knee.

RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS

An autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation in the joints, including the knees. Rheumatoid arthritis can lead to joint damage, swelling, stiffness, and constant pain, usually that is felt most in the morning.

GOUT

A type of arthritis caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints, including the knee. Gout flare-ups result in intense pain, swelling, and redness

Inflammation of the tendons surrounding the knee joint, often caused by repetitive activities, improper form, or sudden increase in physical activity levels. You may experience a dull ache, or knee pain particularly when you perform certain activities like running, jumping and walking.

Irritation of the iliotibial band, a thick band of tissue running along the outside of the thigh. IT band syndrome commonly occurs in runners and can cause pain on the outer side of the knee.