Periodic Knee Pain
Alternative Names
Pain - knee
Considerations
Common Causes
Knee pain usually results from overuse, poor form during physical activity, not warming up or cooling down, or inadequate stretching. Simple causes of knee pain often clear up on their own with self care. Being overweight can put you at greater risk for knee problems.
Knee pain can be caused by:
Anterior knee pain -
Arthritis -- including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, andgout -
Baker's cyst -- a fluid-filled swelling behind the...
More information on "Periodic Knee Pain"
From Our Experts
Just Diagnosed With Arthritis: The First Doctor’s Visit for Hip or...
If you have had hip pain or knee pain for a long period of time, you probably have tried a few over-the-counter medications and may have... Read more »
The Second Doctor’s Visit for Osteoarthritis of the Hip or Knee
You've had your first visit with the doctor, and found out that you have osteoarthritis of the hip or knee. As discussed in my last post,... Read more »
Cortisone injections for knee osteoarthritis
"My doctor wants to give me a cortisone injection in my knee for my osteoarthritis. That's just a short-term fix, isn't it? Won't the... Read more »
My knee hurts, do I have arthritis?
One of the first questions I sometimes hear from people who have knee pain is: Doc, do you think it is arthritis? The answer is,... Read more »
From Our Sources
New Pain Protocol During Total Knee Replacement
Source: eOrthopod
Pain after a total knee replacement (TKR) is usually managed with medication. Narcotics and especially patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) are used... Read more »
Waiting For a Hip or Knee Replacement? Here are Some Tips to C...
Source: eOrthopod
In some countries with universal or nationalized health care, a joint replacement is considered an elective procedure. That means the person chooses... Read more »
Do You Really Need That Steroid Injections for Pain Control Af...
Source: eOrthopod
Research has shown that better pain control immediately after a total knee replacement reduces time in the hospital (and costs), improves function,... Read more »
Is There a New Way to Measure Knee Alignment in Patellofemoral...
Source: eOrthopod
There is some convincing evidence that altered kinematics is a major factor in patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). Kinematics refers to patterns of... Read more »
Painful menstrual periods
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Menstruation - painful; Dysmenorrhea; Periods - painful; Cramps - menstrual; Menstrual crampsHome CareThe following steps may allow you to avoid... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
