Musculoskeletal System II
Knee Pain
Causes of Knee Pain
Disease Expected Clinical Presentation (at least 3 features)
Gout Knee Pain
Swelling
Erythema
Warmth
Limited range of motion
Diet rich in red meat and alcohol.
Use of certain medicines eg. Thiazides.
Recent surgery or trauma.
Knee Bursitis Knee Pain
Swelling
Erythema
Warmth
Prolonged kneeling
Overuse or strenuous activity
Personal History of obesity and ostearthritis
Meniscal/ Ligament Injury Knee pain
Swelling
Erythema
Warmth
Limited range of motion
Feeling of instability or "giving way" with weight bearing
Loud "pop" or a "popping" sensation in the knee
Participation in contact or fast paced sports
Personal history of trauma
Osteoarthritis Knee Pain
Joint Stiffness
Grating Sensation
Swelling
Palpable bone spurs
Increased age
Past medicl history of joint injuries
Repeated stress on the joint
Personal history of trauma
Septic Arthritis Knee Pain
Limited range of motion
Swelling
Erythema
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