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Knee Injuries - Treatment
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Medical
10th Grade
01/15/2014

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Term
Patellafemoral Problems
Definition
Correcting suspected causes using:
-braces
-strengthening exercise that don't cause pain
-tape, etc.
Term
Patellar Tendonitis
Definition
-activity modification (non-impact activities only permitted)
-stretching tight quads
-ice application after exercise
-specialized braces and taping (to control symptoms)
Term
Fat Pad Syndrome
Definition
-stretching exercises without full knee extensions (avoid knee extensions, like kicking, in general)
-taping
-icing
-anti-inflammatory medications
Term
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Definition
-PRICE
-avoiding valgus & twisting forces
-progression of exercises depending on ability to reach greater degrees of flexion
-gentle bending and extending of knee in pain-free ranges

(same as LCL!)
Term
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Definition
-PRICE
-avoidance of valgus and twisting forces
-gentle active and passive ranges in motion, slowly progressing as one gets greater degrees of flexion

(ALL same as MCL!)
Term
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Definition
-PRICE
-crutches
-reconstructive surgery most often required
Term
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Definition
-PRICE
-thorough rehab program, not often requiring surgery
Term
Meniscus Tears
Definition
-ice and compressive wrapping
-crutches
-knee supports
-elevation
-activity modification
-anti-inflammatory medication
-physical therapy referral
Term
Epiphyseal (Growth-Plate) Injuries
Definition
staying away from activities/sports until a physician approves returning
Term
Osgood-Schlatter Condition
Definition
Treating symptoms of pain, swelling, and flexibility
-pad or cover the bump
-neoprene sleeve or brace
-ice after activity
-nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory meds
-stretching hamstrings
-no quad lifting
-decrease in training
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