Knee | Sports Injuries

At JRSI, we specialize in treating the following injuries to the knee:

  • Articular Cartilage
  • Meniscal Tears in Athletes
  • Patellofemoral Pain

Articular Cartilage

Articular cartilage is a complex, living tissue that lines the bony surface of joints. Its function is to provide a low friction surface enabling the joint to withstand weight bearing through the range of motion needed to perform activities of daily living as well as athletic endeavors. Articular cartilage injuries can occur as a result of either traumatic mechanical destruction, or progressive mechanical degeneration (wear and tear.)
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Meniscal Tears

The human meniscus is a wedge shaped structure in the knee that consists of fibrocartilage, a very tough but pliable material. The medial meniscus is located on the inside of the knee (towards the middle of the body) and the lateral meniscus is located on the outside of the knee. Together, they act primarily as shock absorbers and stabilizers in the knee joint. They also help nourish the articular cartilage through their rich blood supply. This blood enhances the ability of the cartilage to repair itself. When a meniscus is torn, it will often produce pain, swelling and mechanical symptoms like catching, or locking in the knee joint. An injury to the meniscus can be diagnosed based upon the history that the patient provides, and a physical examination of the knee.
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Patellofemoral Pain

Pain around the front of the knee is often referred to as patellofemoral pain. This pain may be caused by soft cartilage under the kneecap (patella), referred pain from another area such as the back or hip, or soft tissues around the front of the knee. Treatment depends on the specific problem causing the pain. If the soft tissues (retinaculum, tendon or muscle) are the source of the pain, stretching, particularly in the prone (face down) position, can be very helpful to make the support structures more resilient and flexible.
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