Yes: Direct contact to the knee can injure the 'kneecap'( patella);and most commonly result in contusions and injuries to the bursa(e) that protect the kneecap( and allow the tendons to move easier).'pre' and 'infra' patellar bursitis are common and self- limiting.However, more severe direct falls on the knee can fracture the patella and occasionally injure the posterior cruciate ligament( PCL).GL!
Answered 5/30/2015
2.8k views
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A doctor has provided 1 answer
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A doctor has provided 1 answer
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your question