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Many people experience stiff knees after sitting for long periods. Stiffness is usually the result of damage to the soft tissue in the knee or a buildup of fluid in the joint. This causes swelling and decreases your ability to freely move the joint.
Locked knee refers to an inability to either bend or straighten the knee. This article outlines two types and their associated symptoms and causes. We also discuss the available treatments.
There are two kinds of knee locking. "True knee locking” is when you can’t straighten your knee for a few minutes. It’s usually caused by damage to the bones or cartilage within the knee. “Pseudo knee locking” is when pain causes a temporary muscle spasm and the knee briefly locks up.
There are two types of knee locking: a true knee lock and a pseudo knee lock. A true knee lock occurs when something in your knee joint gets stuck into one position and you cannot move it...
Knee locking is where the knee gets stuck and can't move properly. True knee locking is caused by something getting stuck in the knee joint e.g. torn cartilage or fragment of knee bone spur. Pseudo knee locking is a protective mechanism usually caused by pain, swelling and/or muscle spasm.
Knee locking, also known as joint locking, is a condition that can cause significant discomfort and hinder your ability to move freely. It occurs when the knee joint becomes stuck or locked in a certain position, making it difficult to straighten or bend the leg.
What to do when your knee locks: If your knee locks suddenly and will not unlock, get help and call your physician or go to your nearest emergency department. If it locks and your are able to get it to unlock, call your physician to discuss options for treatment or to schedule a visit.