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Falling is the action of a person or animal losing stability and ending up in a lower position, often on the ground. It is the second-leading cause of accidental death worldwide and a major cause of personal injury, especially for the elderly. [4] Falls in older adults are a major class of preventable injuries.
Symptoms include pain, swelling, and bruising to the front of the knee. [1] A person may also be unable to walk. [1] Complications may include injury to the tibia, femur, or knee ligaments. [2] It typically results from a hard blow to the front of the knee or falling on the knee. [1] The patella can also be fractured indirectly.
Symptoms include pain, swelling, and a decreased ability to move the knee. [1] People are generally unable to walk. [2] Complication may include injury to the artery or nerve, arthritis, and compartment syndrome. [1] The cause is typically trauma such as a fall or motor vehicle collision. [1]
Swollen knee causes 1. Injury. ... Two common knee injuries: a torn ACL (the ligament that runs across the front of your knee and connects the thigh and shin bones) and a torn meniscus (cartilage ...
Common causes of PCL injuries are direct blows to the flexed knee, such as the knee hitting the dashboard in a car accident or falling hard on the knee, both instances displacing the tibia posterior to the femur. [1] Surgery to repair the posterior cruciate ligament is controversial due to its placement and technical difficulty. [2]
This complex is the major stabilizer of the medial knee. Injuries to the medial side of the knee are most commonly isolated to these ligaments. [1] [3] A thorough understanding of the anatomy and function of the medial knee structures, along with a detailed history and physical exam, are imperative to diagnosing and treating these injuries.
Falling is one of the most common accidents that cause a loss in the quality of life for older adults, and is usually precipitated by a loss of balance and weakness in the legs. [1] [2] The cause of falling in old age is often multifactorial and may require a multidisciplinary approach both to treat any injuries sustained and to prevent future ...
Pages in category "Knee injuries" The following 11 pages are in this category, out of 11 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. A.