Knee Osteoarthritis
Most knee arthritis is caused by osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease which involves progressive wearing away of cartilage in a joint. This results in pain and impaired movement of the knee joint.
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Patellofemoral pain syndrome causes pain under the kneecap. It is a common diagnosis, particularly in the field of sports medicine.
Gout
Gout is a very painful condition usually affecting the big toe. The joint becomes red, inflamed, swollen and very painful. It is due to a build-up of uric acid crystals within the joint.
