Torn Cartilage Meniscus
Medically reviewed by Dr Chaminda Goonetilleke, 14th Dec. 2021 A torn meniscus is a tear of one of the semi-circular cartilage discs in the knee
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Inside knee pain
Pain on the inside of the knee or inner knee pain often occurs suddenly from an acute injury. For example, twisting the knee, or direct impact from another player. Medial knee sprain (torn ligament) and medial cartilage meniscus tear are common acute knee injuries resulting in inner knee pain.
Gradual onset inside knee pain occurs from knee ligament sprains, however, it is more likely from osteoarthritis, or bursitis. Osteoarthritis is wear and tear in the joint and usually affects older athletes. Bursitis is inflammation of a small sac of fluid in the joint.
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain An MCL sprain is a common knee injury that affects the ligament on the inside of the joint. It often
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Pes Anserine Bursitis & Tendinopathy
Pes anserine bursitis/tendinopathy is a less common cause of pain on the inside of the knee. A bursa is a small fluid sac that sits under the
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Coronary Ligament Sprain
Coronary ligament sprain has similar symptoms to a cartilage meniscus injury. It often occurs at the same time as lateral knee ligament injuries. Medically reviewed
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Synovial Plica Irritation
A Synovial plica is a fold of the synovial membrane in the knee joint. It has similar symptoms to patellofemoral pain. As a result, it
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Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Osteoarthritis, is wear and tear, in the knee joint. It is a common cause of gradual onset knee pain and joint stiffness. In particular, it
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