Lateral Meniscus Tear
A lateral meniscus tear is an injury to the semi-circular cartilage on the outside of the knee joint. It can occur suddenly from twisting or a traumatic injury. Or it may develop gradually through wear …
A lateral meniscus tear is an injury to the semi-circular cartilage on the outside of the knee joint. It can occur suddenly from twisting or a traumatic injury. Or it may develop gradually through wear …
Iliotibial band friction syndrome is also known as ITBS. It is an overuse injury and is a common cause of pain on the outside of the knee, especially in runners. Here we explain the symptoms, …
Medically reviewed by Dr. Chaminda Goonetilleke, 13th Dec. 2021 A lateral knee ligament sprain (LCL sprain) is a tear to the ligament on the outside of the knee. It most commonly occurs following a direct …
Posterolateral corner injury causes pain at the back and outside of the knee. They are not particularly common injuries, although around half of cases occur due to sporting injuries, with road traffic accidents being another …
Knee synovitis occurs when the synovial membrane which lines and lubricates the knee joint, becomes inflamed. Swelling or stiffness are symptoms that may follow another injury, arthritis, or gout. Medically reviewed by Dr. Chaminda Goonetilleke, …