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Common athletic knee injuries

P D Fadale1, M J Hulstyn

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brown University School of Medicine, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, USA.

Clinics in Sports Medicine
|July 1, 1997
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Knee injuries are common in sports medicine. This review covers knee anatomy, diagnosis, and treatment options, including return-to-sport decisions for athletes.

Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Orthopedics
  • Biomechanics

Background:

  • Knee injuries are a prevalent and visible issue in sports medicine.
  • Physicians face increasing medical knowledge from various stakeholders regarding knee injuries.
  • Understanding knee joint structures is crucial for managing these injuries.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of knee anatomy and function relevant to common injuries.
  • To discuss diagnostic approaches, emphasizing physical examination.
  • To review conservative and surgical treatment strategies and return-to-sport considerations.

Main Methods:

  • Review of anatomical structures of the knee.
  • Discussion of diagnostic methods for knee injuries.

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  • Synthesis of current treatment options and return-to-sport protocols.

    • Main Results:

    • Detailed explanation of ligaments, menisci, and patellofemoral joint structure and function.
    • Emphasis on the importance and efficacy of physical examination in diagnosis.
    • Comprehensive review of surgical and non-surgical interventions.

    Conclusions:

    • A thorough understanding of knee anatomy is essential for sports medicine physicians.
    • Physical examination remains a cornerstone for diagnosing knee injuries.
    • Informed decisions regarding treatment and return to sport require consideration of multiple factors.