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Stiff knees can make many daily tasks challenging. However, you don’t have to continue living with this discomfort. Find out some of the possible causes and the treatments available for knee stiffness in this article.
If you feel stiffness or pain in your knee and want to know about available treatment options, contact one of our offices today at JIS Orthopedics. We have locations in New Albany and St. Clairsville, Ohio.
Our expert orthopedic specialists can answer any questions you have about the cause of your knee pain and provide a treatment plan to help relieve the pain. Give us a call or book your visit online!
Knee stiffness is very common among older people, especially those who are physically active. You may have knee stiffness as a result of poor flexibility or muscular imbalances in the legs. Arthritis or injury are other common causes of knee stiffness.
Here we will consider the common causes of stiff knee pain. We will also consider how to treat and prevent knee stiffness.
There may be many reasons why you experience knee stiffness. Some of the common knee injuries and conditions that cause knee stiffness are found below.
Knee arthritis is among the most common reasons why you may have stiff knee pain. There are several types of arthritis; however, consider the two most common:
You have two menisci in your knee joint. These “C” shaped pieces of cartilage protect your knee by absorbing shock between bones. A meniscus tear can occur when you make a sudden movement or twisting with force. Menisci can also degrade over time.
Ligaments connect bone to bone. Knee ligaments cross through the knee to connect your thigh bone to your lower leg bone. Ligament injuries can cause swelling and stiffness.
Tendinitis is a repetitive strain injury that affects the tendons. Tendons are fibrous tissues that connect bone to muscle.
Tendonitis in the knee often affects the patella tendon. This tendon attaches the kneecap or patella to the shinbone. Those that participate in running, skiing, and cycling have a tendency to develop patellar tendonitis.
The bursae are fluid-filled sacs that cushion your knee. Some injuries to the knee can cause the bursae to get inflamed, resulting in stiffness.
Arthrofibrosis is a condition caused by the accumulation of excessive amounts of scar tissue around the knee joint. Scar tissue may form after knee surgeries such as ACL surgery or joint replacement.
You may have other symptoms along with stiff knees. The following are some associated symptoms:
When stiff knee joints are caused by a knee injury, the following home treatments can help relieve joint pain and stiffness.
More severe injuries or severe knee stiffness may require medical attention. An orthopedic doctor will select the most appropriate treatments according to your condition and its severity. Treatments for knee stiffness include the following:
The following points will help you to prevent knee stiffness.
If you have knee stiffness along with the following symptoms, then you should seek medical attention:
If you are experiencing discomfort in your knee joint, contact our team of specialists at JIS Orthopedics today! Our expert doctors in New Albany and St. Clairsville, OH are ready to help. Give us a call or book your visit online now!
Medically reviewed by Dr. Alexander G. Athey
Arthritis of the knee can be very painful and debilitating, but with proper diagnosis and treatment, it can often be managed successfully. If you suspect knee joint arthritis, schedule an appointment with JIS Orthopedics today! We have offices located in New Albany and St. Clairsville.
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