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Can you break your knee cap and not know it?

People fall on their knees pretty often. And, kneecap fractures can happen because of them. So, you might be wondering, can you break your knee cap and not know it? The short answer is: It’s unlikely. Fractures tend to be very painful. Plus, there might be other glaring symptoms. But, there could also be times…

Patella Band VS Knee Sleeve | Differences, Types, and What You Need

If you have knee pain at the front of the joint, a knee strap or sleeve can help. But, the question is: patella band vs knee sleeve, which of these will be best for you? Well, both can actually help you relieve pain. But, they do so in different ways. For example, straps are better…

7 Knee Bursitis Types, Symptoms, and Treatment

Knee bursitis is the inflammation of a bursa on the knee. It’s common in jobs where you have to kneel a lot. But, how do you know if you have bursitis? How many knee bursitis types are there? The short answer is that we classify bursitis according to: The location of the bursa. Prepatellar bursitis…

How Long Does A Sprained Knee Take To Heal? | Recovery Time and Treatment Options for Every Sprain

Sprained Knee how long does it takes to heal

Can You Walk With A Fractured Kneecap? | An Explanation From Our Physical Therapist

You know the patella is a vital bone of your knee. That said, can you walk with a fractured kneecap? Or will it worsen the fracture? The answer depends mostly on the type of fracture. For example, a non-displaced fracture will still have bone pieces in their original position. In this case, your doctor may…

Knee Inflammation From Running | All You Need To Know About Runner’s Knee

Knee inflammation while running that, in turn, causes pain around your kneecap is surprisingly quite common. As a matter of fact, research suggests that this happens to nearly 23% of the general population.(1) And, given the frequency of this injury, I think it’s important you know more about it. So, first and foremost, what is…

How To Heal A Torn Meniscus Naturally | Exercises And Non-Surgical Remedies

Several studies have shown how non-surgically mending your torn meniscus can lead to equal, if not better outcomes than its more invasive counterpart.(1,2) But, all these studies also use specific types of meniscal tears for their research, making how to heal a torn meniscus naturally dependent on a few things. These include: The severity and…

Can You Sleep With Knee Sleeves On?

One question that we see a lot when it comes to knee sleeves is whether they can be worn during the night. We will be taking an in-depth look into the reasons why you can sleep with a knee sleeve on and how to make it more comfortable. This will include the topics; Can I…

Best Sleeping Position After Knee Arthroscopy

What is the best position to sleep after knee arthroscopy? Arthroscopy refers to the surgical procedure used by doctors. When you have a significant knee injury, arthroscopy can be used to view the knee joint with only a small incision through the skin and soft tissue. It can be used to diagnose and even treat a…

Exercises Before Knee Replacement

Get your knee in the best shape before surgery! Knee exercises should not be overlooked if you are coming up to drastic knee surgery. It is important to have your knee in its best physical shape in order to give you the greatest chance of a speedy recovery. If your knee is in better shape…

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