{"id":1798,"date":"2025-04-01T19:18:07","date_gmt":"2025-04-01T12:18:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/freesiarehabclinic.com\/article-2\/knee-pain-common-for-all-ages\/"},"modified":"2026-08-02T00:00:55","modified_gmt":"2026-08-01T17:00:55","slug":"knee-pain-common-for-all-ages","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/freesiarehabclinic.com\/en\/article-2\/knee-pain-common-for-all-ages\/","title":{"rendered":"Knee Pain \u2014 A Common Complaint Across All Genders and Ages"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Knee pain is a common problem affecting people of every gender and age, and it can significantly disrupt daily life. Knee pain in different areas of the knee arises from different causes. Understanding the cause of pain in each location helps us care for, treat, and prevent it appropriately.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1171\" height=\"602\" src=\"https:\/\/freesiarehabclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/fc_knee_1.webp\" alt=\"A person on a sofa holding a knee marked in red, surrounded by Thai labels of symptoms such as stiffness, limited bending, and noises in the joint\" class=\"wp-image-742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freesiarehabclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/fc_knee_1.webp 1171w, https:\/\/freesiarehabclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/fc_knee_1-300x154.webp 300w, https:\/\/freesiarehabclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/fc_knee_1-1024x526.webp 1024w, https:\/\/freesiarehabclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/fc_knee_1-768x395.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1171px) 100vw, 1171px\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pain at the Front of the Knee<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome:<\/strong> caused by friction between the kneecap and the thigh bone. It is common in women, athletes, and people whose knees are out of alignment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Patellar Tendinitis:<\/strong> caused by overusing the patellar tendon. It is common in athletes whose sports involve a lot of jumping or running.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Infrapatellar Bursitis:<\/strong> inflammation of the fluid-filled sac below the kneecap, causing pain, swelling, and tenderness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pain on the Inner Side of the Knee<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Osteoarthritis:<\/strong> the cartilage covering the knee joint wears down, causing pain, swelling, and deformity of the knee. It is most common in older adults.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Medial Meniscus Tear:<\/strong> a twist or impact tears the meniscus, the cartilage cushion in the knee, causing pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the knee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Medial Collateral Ligament Injury:<\/strong> an injury to the ligament on the inner side of the knee, causing pain, swelling, and a loose, unstable knee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pain on the Outer Side of the Knee<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lateral Collateral Ligament Injury:<\/strong> an injury to the ligament on the outer side of the knee, causing pain, swelling, and a loose, unstable knee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Iliotibial Band Syndrome:<\/strong> friction between the iliotibial (IT) band and the thigh bone, causing pain on the outer side of the knee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pain at the Back of the Knee<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Baker&#8217;s Cyst:<\/strong> too much fluid in the knee joint makes the sac behind the knee swell, causing pain, swelling, and tightness behind the knee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injury:<\/strong> an injury to the posterior cruciate ligament, causing pain, swelling, and a loose, unstable knee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Risk Factors for Knee Pain<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Getting older<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excess body weight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A previous knee injury<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Overusing the knee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arthritis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knee misalignment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Caring for and Preventing Knee Pain<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep your weight within a healthy range<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exercise regularly, with a focus on strengthening the muscles around the knee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid overusing your knees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear suitable shoes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you have knee pain, see a doctor for an accurate diagnosis and the right treatment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Knee pain is a warning signal from the body that something is wrong with the knee. Proper care and prevention will help keep your knees strong and reduce the chance of premature knee degeneration. If your pain doesn&#8217;t improve after basic care and prevention, you can consult a physician specializing in rehabilitation medicine for an accurate diagnosis and proper treatment at Freesia Rehab Clinic, Rama 3.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pain at the front, inner side, outer side, or back of the knee points to different causes. 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