What is a Knee Injury?
- An injury to the area of the knee typically caused by trauma
- The trauma may be minor or major
Symptoms of a Knee Injury
- Most patients will experience pain in the knee area
- In addition to having knee pain, the pain may be referred up or down the leg
- Pain from the hip in some cases can refer pain to the knee area
- Mechanical symptoms (catching or locking in the knee)
Diagnosis of a Knee Injury
Dr. Jennings and his team will evaluate your condition based on the following
- Your medical history
- A physical examination of the knee region
- X-rays
- And other diagnostic test as needed (i.e. MRI, CT scan)
