Knee pain is a common symptom in people of all ages and fitness levels, and is one of the most common reasons you might see an orthopedic specialist. It sometimes begins as mild discomfort and gets worse over time, or it may start suddenly after an acute injury. Knee injuries can cause pain, loss of function, and premature arthritis in patients. Common knee-related symptoms may include:
Our orthopedic experts are highly skilled in diagnosing and treating a variety of knee injuries and concerns—and ensures your continued care is comfortable and effective. At Hendricks, we offer award-winning patient care and knee services including:
膝关节疼痛症状 & 治疗
半月板修复
The meniscus is two cartilage areas known as your knee’s "shock absorbers", helping to cushion the knee joint and keep it stable. Sometimes, a torn meniscus happens during activity or during direct contact sports. 随着年龄的增长, the risk for a degenerative meniscal tear increases, as the knee cartilage can weaken over time. Our past patients that have experienced a meniscus tear often describe feeling a "pop" during the injury. Other common symptoms include pain, 刚度, 肿胀, a "catching" feeling in your knee, and reduced range of motion. Like with other common knee injuries listed above, if conservative treatments are unsuccessful in improving the pain and stability of your knee, 可能需要手术. Our orthopedic surgeons are highly skilled in performing repairs to the meniscus to help you restore your active lifestyle.
ACL重建/维修
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is located toward the front of the knee, and is the most commonly injured ligament. The ACL can be injured during a sudden twisting motion — when the feet stay planted one way, but the knees turn the other way. Skiing, basketball, and football are sports that have a higher risk of ACL injuries. If physical therapy or other treatments haven’t improved your pain and the stability of your knee, 可能需要手术. The goal of ACL surgery is to restore the function and stability of your knee so that you can become active again, and it aims to prevent any other future knee injuries. Our orthopedic surgeons are highly skilled in performing this procedure. Early medical treatment for knee ligament injury may include rest, 海拔高度, 冰敷消肿, compression from an elastic bandage or brace, and/or over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medicine.
膝关节镜检查(范围)
Arthroscopy gives our orthopedics doctors a clear view of the inside of the knee to help them diagnose and treat your injury. 在手术过程中, your physician may repair or remove any damaged areas, helping to relieve your knee pain. Arthroscopy is a common outpatient surgical procedure and is very effective in treating knee problems. 事实上，根据 American Orthopaedic Society for 运动医学, more than four million knee arthroscopies are performed each year.
膝关节置换
If the knee joint is severely damaged, knee replacement surgery could be an option. This common procedure helps restore mobility, while reducing pain. To better understand the process and recovery expectations of this operation, visit our 膝盖手术 & 更换 页面. Our top-notch surgeons and physical therapists will help you regain mobility in no time.