Patellar tendonitis and tendinosis usually cause pain directly over the patellar tendon. In these cases, the tendon is usually tender and swollen. Movement of the knee may cause a crunching sensation ...
Although it can start at any age, knee pain becomes more of an issue as we get older. As we age, the tissues become less pliable, brittle, weaker, and more prone to injury.
Some people only need to wear a knee brace when doing certain activities or during a flare-up of pain. Wearing a brace for unnecessarily long periods can cause skin abrasion, joint stiffness, and ...