knee Archive

  • Arthroscopic Treatment of Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Knee

    Arthroscopic Treatment of Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Knee

      The following link is to a book chapter authored by Dr. Gillogly and Dr. Langer in “Sports Medicine Surgery” (published in 2010).  The chapter reviews the latest operative treatment for osteochondritis dissecans (OCD lesions) of the Knee. Arthroscopic Treatment of Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Knee

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  • Thigh Muscle Strains

    Thigh Muscle Strains

     What is a thigh muscle strain? A muscle strain, also called a pull or tear, is a common injury, particularly among athletes. The thigh has three sets of strong muscles: the hamstring muscles in the back, the quadriceps muscles in the front, and the adductor muscles on the inside. The quadriceps and hamstring muscle sets work [...]

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  • PatelloFemoral Joint Pain (Runner’s Knee)

    PatelloFemoral Joint Pain (Runner’s Knee)

    Pain under the knee cap is the most common symptom of this condition. It is noted mostly when walking up and down stairs and after sitting for a long period. To understand this condition, it is necessary to be aware of the knee cap anatomy. The knee cap (patella) has a groove in the thigh bone (femur) [...]

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