sore knee

[Ira]

LOL, I completely forgot to advise kruegerz008 about giving his knee a little rest. :) Thanks for reminding me, clone.

As for anti-inflammatory medications, you can take any which you are hiyang with. Orudis 2x a day, Flanax Forte 2x a day, or Celebrex 100 mg 2x a day are good choices, but whatever you prefer is okay. But do consult an orthopedic surgeon.

[kruegerz008]

hi, how do u cure a sore knee? it very painful everytime i play ball.. sometimes, it comes to a period where it's hard to jump or even walk.. usually the soreness occurs in the lower patella (i think) http://www.pinoyexchange.com/smokin.gif

thanks, guys and gals...

[Ira]

Unfortunately, it's practically impossible to diagnose an orthopedic problem without a physical exam and an x-ray of the affected joint. There are so many possible diagnoses with knee pains, from the benign to the serious, so if it's causing you inconvenience, please consult an orthopedic surgeon ASAP.

[clone]

Ira: Until Kruegerz008 can see an orthopedic surgeon, do you agree that he should rest his painful knee. He should avoid jumping, running or squatting. If it is swollen, cold packs may help to control the sweling. If regular walking makes it hurt too much, a cane (or crutches) could be very supportive. What anti-inflammatory would you recommend?

[clone]

You're welcome, Ira. I'm always glad to help out. May I apply as your assistant? :D J/K!

I know that in a doctor's busy schedule sometimes the obvious can be overlooked. I just remembered those first aid pointers from our sports club. :)

[l'ange]

i have the same problem. fortunately, i think i could associate this with my playing volleyball (too much use of the knees in jumping and absorbing hard driven spikes).

my friends say it usually is either of these two: 1) it's filled with water, or 2) calcium deposists. Good for you if the internal injuries caused certain ligaments burst and spill liquids. It is not so much of a problem. The doctor need only to remove the excess liquid.

The second, however, is more serious they say. Calcium deposits causes the three bones of the knee caps to bind into one. It restrains free movement of the knee joint.

Is there any truth to this?

[This message has been edited by l'ange (edited 05-23-2000).]

[Ira]

The increased fluid accumulation in the knee joint is called prepatellar bursitis, or "housemaid's knee". Bursitis can also occur in other joints. It is caused by strenuous exercises, joint injuries, joint overuse, infection, arthritis, gout, and calcium deposits in joints. It's associated with vigorous and repetitive atheletic training, weekend warriors, and those who don't warm up properly. It may be part and parcel of the calcium deposition you mentioned, and it's less serious in that it's not really a sign of chronic disease, compared to arthritis. Treatment for this is the RICE therapy (rest, ice, compression and elevation of the joint), analgesics for pain, steroid injections for the affected area, and rest.

The calcium deposits you mentioned are actually pseudogout, which is caused by calcium pyrophosphate crystal deposition in the joints. It's very similar to arthritis, and is caused by repetitive motions, improper sitting, overexertion, slips, falls, accidents, and other causes. It does lock joints together, so range of motion exercises are advised, and if severe enough, knee replacement surgery. If you have not yet reached middle or old age, I seriously doubt if you have this. Your sore knee is just caused by your knee joints banging together. You may have a higher risk of developing arthritic changes or pseudogout on that knee, but not right at this moment.

[l'ange]

oh thanks!!!

[Ira]

Yes. A couple of weeks' rest will do your knees good.

[ollagram_12]

when you say rest, does that mean i should stop playing?

[ollagram_12]

pagkatapos tumalon, kailangan ko bang i-bend ang knees ko? does this really help in preventing injuries?

[Ira]

Yup, it's better to bend your knees. That way, when you land, your kneecaps won't take too much of the weight.