Runner’s Knee
Abstract Runner’s knee, also known as iliotibial band friction syndrome, is a common cause of lateral knee pain. The iliotibial band is an extension of the fascia lata, which inserts…
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Deltoid Ligament Strain
Abstract Patients with deltoid ligament strain complain of pain just below the medial malleolus. Plantar flexion and eversion of the ankle joint exacerbate the pain. Often, patients with injury to…
Arthritis Pain of the Knee
Abstract Arthritis of the knee is a common painful condition. The knee joint is susceptible to the development of arthritis from various conditions that can damage the joint cartilage. Osteoarthritis…
Suprapatellar Bursitis
Abstract The suprapatellar bursa extends superiorly from beneath the patella under the quadriceps femoris muscle and its tendon. The bursa is held in place by a small portion of the…
Prepatellar Bursitis
Abstract The prepatellar bursa lies between the subcutaneous tissues and the patella. This bursa is held in place by the patellar ligament. The prepatellar bursa may exist as a single…
Latissimus Dorsi Syndrome
Abstract The latissimus dorsi muscle is susceptible to myofascial pain syndrome, which most often results from repetitive microtrauma to the muscle during such activities as vigorous use of exercise equipment…
Levator Ani Syndrome
Abstract The levator ani muscle is susceptible to the development of myofascial pain syndrome. Such pain is often the result of repetitive microtrauma to the muscle during such activities as…
Avascular Necrosis of the Knee Joint
Abstract Avascular necrosis of the knee joint is an often missed diagnosis. Like the scaphoid, the knee joint is extremely susceptible to this disease because of the tenuous blood supply…
Meralgia Paresthetica
Abstract Meralgia paresthetica is caused by compression of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve by the inguinal ligament. This entrapment neuropathy manifests as pain, numbness, and dysesthesias in the distribution of…
Arthritis of the Midtarsal Joints
Abstract Arthritis of the midtarsal joints is a common condition. The midtarsal joints are susceptible to the development of arthritis from various conditions that can damage the joint cartilage. Osteoarthritis…
