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 joint. A medial meniscus tear on the inside of the …
Impact to the knee
Unhappy Triad of the Knee
The unhappy triad is a severe injury involving damage to three of the four major ligaments in the knee. Medically reviewed by Dr. Chaminda Goonetilleke, 31st Dec. 2021 What is the Unhappy triad injury? The …
Tibial Plateau Fracture
A tibial plateau fracture is a break to the upper surface of the tibia (shin bone). The tibial plateau is prone to becoming fractured in high-speed accidents such as those associated with skiing, horse riding, …
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
An MCL sprain or medial collateral knee ligament sprain is a tear of the ligament on the inside of the knee. It usually occurs suddenly from twisting or direct impact. However, it may develop gradually …
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain (Torn ACL)
An ACL sprain (torn ACL) is a tear of the anterior cruciate ligament in the knee joint. Medically reviewed by Dr. Chaminda Goonetilleke, 21st Dec. 2021 Torn ACL symptoms Symptoms of a torn anterior cruciate …
LCL Sprain – Lateral Knee Ligament
An LCL sprain or lateral knee ligament sprain is a tear to the ligament on the outside of the knee. It most commonly occurs following a direct blow to the inside of the knee. However, …
Articular Cartilage Injury
Articular cartilage injury is damage to the tough, thin cartilage that lines the ends of bones. It is often caused by a collision or trauma to the knee or in conjunction with other knee joint …
Acute Patella Injury
An acute patella injury is an injury to the kneecap or patella. It often results from a direct blow or a fall onto the knee. Medically reviewed by Dr. Chaminda Goonetilleke, 21st Dec. 2021 Symptoms …
Osteochondritis Dissecans (Knee)
Osteochondritis dissecans or Osteochondral fracture is a tear of the cartilage which covers the ends of the bone within a joint. It can occur in association with other injuries such as ACL tears. Medically reviewed …
Peroneal Nerve Injury
A peroneal nerve injury, also known as peroneal neuropathy may be caused by direct trauma to the outer knee with symptoms of numbness, tingling or weakness in the foot. Medically reviewed by Dr Chaminda Goonetilleke, …