Knee pathologies

Question 1

MCL sprain

Answer 1

stretch/complete tear of the medial collateral ligament on the inside of the knee

Question 2

MCL sprain pathology

Answer 2

• Due to impact on the outside of the knee, lower thigh or upper leg when the foot is planted on the ground and unable to move

Question 3

Symptoms of MCL sprain

Answer 3

• pain at the knee
• limping
• valgus

Question 4

Patellofemoral pain syndrome

Answer 4

• umbrella term for pain arising from the patellofemoral

joint itself or the soft tissue surrounding

Question 5

Pathology of Patellofemoral pain

Answer 5

• Due to overuse and overload of the PF joint
• an anatomical or mechanical or anatomical abnormalities, muscle weakness or imbalance
• occurs when the patella glides to one side causing an over pressure on the femur
• if the VMO is not strong enough the vastus lateralis will exert a higher force which can cause a tilt of the patella
• weak quadriceps, tight iliotibial band tight hamstrings and tight calf muscles

Question 6

Symptoms of patellofemoral pain

Answer 6

• anterior knee pain
• pain during climbing
• popping and cracking sounds