Question 1

why do i get pinching anterior knee pain after working out? eventually it goes away.

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Sounds: like an inflammation of the cartilage underneath the knee cap. The "tracking" may be "off"  See an Orthopedist or Sports Medicine Specialist for accurate Diagnosis and Treatment plan!
Hope this is helpful!
Dr Z

Question 2

what does left anterior knee pain mean? is anterior the back of the knee?

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See details: The.Back of the knee is posterior. Arthritis, cysts and tears are the most likely reasons for posterior knee pain.

Question 3

anterior knee pain best  treatment?

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Depends on cause: This depends on the reason for the knee pain, which needs a full evaluation.  You can start by seeing your primary care physician, who may also want you to see an orthopedic specialist.

Question 4

i have anterior knee pain. how to treat this? what should i do? what i shouldn't do? can i be fully recovered and fit again after treatment? help me

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Need eval: This can't be diagnosed with the information that is available. A history, physical examination &amp; other studies may be needed to determine cause/causes. 
Once accurately assessed a treatment plan can be developed.

Question 5

my surgeon says  i have pseudolocking, intermittent acute anterior knee pain, occasional anteromedial pain . what does all that mean ?

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Not sure: Your surgeon sounds like he has a creative sense of medical terminology.  Not sure of what he means by pseudolocking.  Your knee either locks or it doesn't.  I guess he could be describing what he thinks is the perception of locking that you are describing.  Long story short sounds like he is describing patellofemoral pain. Stretch hammies, strengthen quad, nsaids..Yada yada.

Question 6

i have been told i have anterior knee pain, but the pain is in my hips and ankles too and i'm flatfooted. is there anything else this pain could be?

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Could be alignment: Alignment in the legs begins from the ground up - runners who are flat footed are at higher risk for plantar fasciitis, anterior knee pain (such as patellofemoral pain &amp; patellar tendinitis), and even hip pain due to the way their feet align at rest and while in motion. Try some over the counter arch supports - such as super feet or smart sole brands. avoid gel at the arch.

Question 7

i have occasional anterior knee pain on inside of my patella. my knee also feels stiff and sometimes dull deep pain when immobile. (20 yr old runner)?

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Patellofemoral pain: You most likely have a condition called patellofemoral pain syndrome.  It is due to the patella is not tracking properly on the trochlea. This can be due to a variety of causes such as hip flexor muscle weakness, tight it band etc.  A program of physical therapy can usually solve this. If pain persists, see your sports medicine ortho surgeon for further work up.  An easy home exercise program is here http://nycsportsmed.Com/knee-foot-and-ankle.Html.

Question 8

r anterior knee pain for 1mo. had arthroscopy in 2011; found partial tear and marked stretching of acl. would the acl have healed on its own, or could it be causing me pain now?

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Knee pain : Difficult. Typically the ACL does not heal on its own. The source may be anterior knee pain/chondromalacia. Definitely see your doc and start with an xray. Anti inflammatory medicine will help with the discomfort.

Question 9

i have anterior knee pain on my right knee. can i still go to the gym regularly and do lower body exercise? can i still play soccer or rugby?

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Knee pain: This can't be diagnosed with the information that is available. A history, physical examination &amp; other studies may be needed to determine cause/causes.  Can't tell you if soccer &amp; ruby are safe without knowing more.

Question 10

why might someone have knee pain in front of knee?

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Anterior knee pain: Possibly patellofemoral syndrome, patellar or quad tendonitis, prepatellar bursitis, osgood-schlatter, patellar maltracking, pf djd. Those are the most common reasons. Also consider odd presentation of meniscal tears.

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Why do i get pinching anterior knee pain after working out? eventually it goes away.

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What does left anterior knee pain mean? is anterior the back of the knee?

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Anterior knee pain best treatment?

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I have anterior knee pain. how to treat this? what should i do? what i shouldn't do? can i be fully recovered and fit again after treatment? help me

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My surgeon says i have pseudolocking, intermittent acute anterior knee pain, occasional anteromedial pain . what does all that mean ?

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I have been told i have anterior knee pain, but the pain is in my hips and ankles too and i'm flatfooted. is there anything else this pain could be?

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I have occasional anterior knee pain on inside of my patella. my knee also feels stiff and sometimes dull deep pain when immobile. (20 yr old runner)?

A member asked:

R anterior knee pain for 1mo. had arthroscopy in 2011; found partial tear and marked stretching of acl. would the acl have healed on its own, or could it be causing me pain now?

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I have anterior knee pain on my right knee. can i still go to the gym regularly and do lower body exercise? can i still play soccer or rugby?

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Why might someone have knee pain in front of knee?

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