Knee

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a deterioration of the cartilage covering of the joint surface of the knee, which can result in inflammation, pain, and stiffness of the joint.  OA can occur at any age, although it is more common in people over the age of 45 and affects 33 per cent of people over 75.  What ... Read More

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of 4 strong stabilising ligaments of the knee and acts to prevent excessive forward movement in the knee joint. ACL tears most often occur when the foot is planted and the knee makes a sudden change of direction, or in a contact sport where the knee is hit ... Read More

The knee contains two c shaped rings of cartilage on the top of the tibia – one on the inside (medial meniscus) and one on the outside (lateral meniscus). The function of the menisci is to provide stability and cushioning for the knee. Meniscus injury often occurs because of a forceful twist or rotation through ... Read More

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries suffered in the adult population.  While the severity varies considerably, it often results in significant pain and reduction of function. What Is It? Typical complaints include pain in the front of the knee with running and walking, going downstairs, deep squatting and after ... Read More

Osgood Schlatter’s is an overuse knee injury which occurs during the early teenage years.  This condition commonly occurs during the adolescent growth spurt with activities involving strong repetitive quadriceps contractions, such as jumping, running and high levels of activity or sport. The condition develops due to the attachment of the inferior patella tendon into the ... Read More

The iliotibial band or ITB is a thick band of connective tissue that runs down the side of your leg and attaches into the side of your knee. ITB syndrome or ITB friction syndrome as it is also known, is an overuse injury commonly seen in runners or with sudden increases hiking up and down ... Read More