What Causes Pain Above the Knee?
Disease description:
After sitting for a prolonged period, I experience soreness and pain just above both knees—this is a recent development. The discomfort does not occur when standing or walking, yet it is quite distressing. I would like to ask: What could be causing pain just above the knees?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Bo
Hello,
Quadriceps tendinitis is commonly caused by chronic overuse or prolonged participation in sports activities, leading to chronic injury of the quadriceps tendon and resulting in pain above the knee joint. Early evaluation with knee MRI is recommended; MRI typically reveals abnormal signal changes indicative of tendon injury. Prompt initiation of physical therapy and local corticosteroid injections is essential to effectively alleviate pain and reduce inflammation.
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