Question 1

i went for mri and it shows that my knee caps are fine. but i am feeling pains when doing normal activities such as sitting down and climbing stairs.

Accepted Answer

Knee instability: It could be knee instability ( loose collateral ligaments and peri-articular capsule. It could also be a symptom of vitamin D and calcium deficiency. You need to be examined.

Question 2

i am having a bruised feeling on my knee cap. it hurts when pressing on it or climbing stairs.  it hurts even more when the knee is bent with pressure?

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Possibilities: Prepatellar bursitis is inflamation of the fluid filled sac located in front of your knee cap; it can cause swelling and tenderness to touch. Also patellofemoral syndrome can cause pain particularly with squats, stairs and hills. In this case the knee cap is rubbing on the underlying bone which can happen with repetitive exercise which is why it can be called "runner's knee" stretching can help.

Question 3

i have extreme pain in my knee accompanied by cracking and grinding under my kneecap when ever i move leg it feels as if my knee cap is shifting. what is this it pains more going down stairs then it does to climb them should i get this checked?

Accepted Answer

?Patello-femoral: syndrome?  It occurs when the knee cap doesn't slide smoothly in the groove created by the femur &amp; tibia.  This causes irritation &amp; inflammation.  It's common in young women whose long bones may be growing faster than the stabilizing muscles. It's more notable going downstairs b/c of added stress of gravity and the greater range of motion of the knee cap.  Yes, you should get this checked!!!!!

Question 4

fell today and hit the top middle of my knee cap on wooden statue its grazed with a lump and bruising is developing. cant weight bare or climb stairs?

Accepted Answer

Knee injury: Was the inability to weight bear immediate or delayed?You need a physical exam and possibly an X-ray

Question 5

who can i go see with regards to my knees (right knee pains (all puffy and swollen) at the bottom when climbing up or down stairs, left knee gets stuck in a spasm / locks out when crossing or twisting the knee cap) and swollen legs everyday.  ?

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Primary care: You may see your primary care provider for an initial evaluation and determination if referral to a rheumatologist or orthopedic surgeon would be appropriate.
Wish you good health!

Question 6

i had knee partial  menisectomy of lateral post horn two weeks ago.  i am doing some post - op physiotherapy.i also have atrophy after the surgery,  i am sensing pain in patella while climbing up and down the stairs. is it common after menisectomy ?

Accepted Answer

Knee pain: If you are still having pain after having the surgery, I would recommend that you continue physical therapy and add some non-weight bearing muscles to strengthen the quadriceps and hamstring muscles. This may include resistance exercises to strengthen the quadriceps.  I would also recommend a topical NSAID over-the-counter to be applied 2-3x/day.  Follow-up with your surgeon as well.

Question 7

sharp pain in the top of knee cap when kneeling, climbing ladder, sudden turns. any ideas?

Accepted Answer

Painful kneecap: Several conditions about the anterior knee can cause this type of pain, such as chondromalacia of the patella, quad tendinitis, plica syndrome, chronic subluxation of the patella, etc.  You would need to see your physician for evaluation and treatment.

Question 8

my knee hurts when i press on the inner knee cap of left leg but is fine walking, climbing and bending. the pain is a very sensitive feeling and almost feels like a fluid is underneath when i press on it?

Accepted Answer

: There is cushion like area called a bursa and it can get inflamed. Use a heating pad  for a few days and some Ibuprofen. If not better in a week or so pl see your MD

Question 9

i am facing severe pain in my knees while climbing stairs.

Accepted Answer

See details: There are several causes of knee pain but pain basically with stair is consistent with an issue involving the kneecap. See an orthopedist and have the knees evaluated.

Question 10

what causes knee cracking sounds when climbing stairs?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Cartilage, meniscus, soft tissue, arthritis...

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I went for mri and it shows that my knee caps are fine. but i am feeling pains when doing normal activities such as sitting down and climbing stairs.

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I am having a bruised feeling on my knee cap. it hurts when pressing on it or climbing stairs. it hurts even more when the knee is bent with pressure?

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I have extreme pain in my knee accompanied by cracking and grinding under my kneecap when ever i move leg it feels as if my knee cap is shifting. what is this it pains more going down stairs then it does to climb them should i get this checked?

A member asked:

Fell today and hit the top middle of my knee cap on wooden statue its grazed with a lump and bruising is developing. cant weight bare or climb stairs?

A member asked:

Who can i go see with regards to my knees (right knee pains (all puffy and swollen) at the bottom when climbing up or down stairs, left knee gets stuck in a spasm / locks out when crossing or twisting the knee cap) and swollen legs everyday. ?

A member asked:

I had knee partial menisectomy of lateral post horn two weeks ago. i am doing some post - op physiotherapy.i also have atrophy after the surgery, i am sensing pain in patella while climbing up and down the stairs. is it common after menisectomy ?

A member asked:

Sharp pain in the top of knee cap when kneeling, climbing ladder, sudden turns. any ideas?

A member asked:

My knee hurts when i press on the inner knee cap of left leg but is fine walking, climbing and bending. the pain is a very sensitive feeling and almost feels like a fluid is underneath when i press on it?

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I am facing severe pain in my knees while climbing stairs.

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What causes knee cracking sounds when climbing stairs?

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