Question 1

knot on knee cap from ruptured quad surgery 10 years ago, now feels like bony over growth causing some pain especially when touched. is this normal ??

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Depending on the treatment/surgery that was done, there may be scarring and or bony overgrowth at the site of repair, which can become inflammed and/or tender at times.  Conservative care with NSAIDs, ice/heat, or topical analgesics may help.  See a physician if the symptoms are persistent or worsening.

Question 2

i have a soft growth/lump u see my knee cap. its been there for a long time it would swell somewhat with activity but now its not going down and my knee has discomfort as well. concerned?

Accepted Answer

: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. If the lesion is not getting better, it would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!

Question 3

how to fix a very, very loose knee cap?

Accepted Answer

Exercise: Instability of the patella or knee cap is best addressed with a dedicated exercise program that seeks to strengthen the quadriceps muscles on the front of the thigh.  A patellar stabilizing brace may help as well.  Would recommend a visit to a local physical therapist to help get going on your exercise program.

Question 4

what does it mean if my knee cap is always shifting?

Accepted Answer

Probably normal: Kneecaps do have some laxity and movement normally.  If it seems to goes too far to one side, or has trouble getting back in line, you should work with an orthopedic doctor and may need to do some strengthening of your thigh muscles.

Question 5

what causes pressure on the knee cap?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation: If there's a pressure build up inside your knee, it will exercise pressure on the knee cap. Usually fluid build up will do so. That, in its turn, is a result of inflammation inside of your knee.

Question 6

dislocating knee cap. why is it so mobile!?

Accepted Answer

Many reasons: Recurring patella dislocations can be related to an overly shallow groove in your distal femur, to malalignment of your knee, or to previous damage to the patellofemoral ligament that helps stabilize the patella.  Ask your orthopaedic surgeon.

Question 7

how bad does a broken knee cap usually hurt?

Accepted Answer

Several weeks: It is unusual to break a kneecap - this type of injury takes a long time to heal enough to relieve pain.   Sometimes surgery is needed.

Question 8

how would you know if a knee cap was fractured?

Accepted Answer

If it healed: Already may be more difficult but xray is the first line of diagnostic testing...

Question 9

how can i deal with knee pain in/under knee cap?

Accepted Answer

Rest and rehab: This is usually chondromalacia patella and is softening of the cartilage behind the kneecap. Rest, nsaids, tylenol (acetaminophen) will help with pain. Hamstring stretching and quadriceps strengthening helps. May want to try glucosamine and chondroitan sulfate supplements for arthritis. May not help, but little downside. If none of this works, see an ortho surgeon or sports specialist.

Question 10

i have pain under my knee cap when going up stairs?

Accepted Answer

Chondromalacia: arthritic change in the patello-femoral joint with changes in the cartilage under the patella

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Knot on knee cap from ruptured quad surgery 10 years ago, now feels like bony over growth causing some pain especially when touched. is this normal ??

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I have a soft growth/lump u see my knee cap. its been there for a long time it would swell somewhat with activity but now its not going down and my knee has discomfort as well. concerned?

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How to fix a very, very loose knee cap?

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What does it mean if my knee cap is always shifting?

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What causes pressure on the knee cap?

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Dislocating knee cap. why is it so mobile!?

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How bad does a broken knee cap usually hurt?

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How would you know if a knee cap was fractured?

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How can i deal with knee pain in/under knee cap?

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I have pain under my knee cap when going up stairs?

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