Synonyms (Knee) contusion Definition The term “contusion” refers to damage to body tissue caused by external force. Typically, there are no visible skin lesions in the case of a contusion. Introduction A bruise on the knee is usually caused in the course of a fall. In addition, the impact of the knee against a rigid … Bruise of the knee
Symptoms Severe pain along the thigh and lower leg is one of the typical side effects of a bony contusion of the knee. The pain caused by the enormous force applied is already apparent in most of the patients affected when they are at rest. If the injured knee continues to be loaded despite the … Symptoms | Bruise of the knee
Diagnosis The diagnosis of a bruise on the knee is usually based on the symptoms typical for this clinical picture. If a bruise on the knee is suspected, the extent of the injury must be determined. For this purpose, ultrasound examinations as well as radiographic images can be performed. TherapyTreatment Patients who are suspected of … Diagnosis | Bruise of the knee
Course and possible complications A bruise on the knee is usually completely harmless and heals without medical intervention. The healing process and the time until the bruise on the knee is completely healed depends mainly on how quickly the treatment is initiated. In rare cases, however, a bruise on the knee can lead to severe … Course and possible complications | Bruise of the knee
Contusion Definition Bruise A contusion is a painful event caused by trauma to bones or joints with a long and severe course without visible injury. A bone contusion is usually accompanied by severe pain under stress. Causes/forms First of all, a joint contusion is distinguished from a pure bone contusion. However, both are caused by … Bruise
Diagnosis A bruise is usually diagnosed by a gaze diagnosis and a physical examination. A swelling or the presence of a bruise in connection with the trauma described makes the examiner think of a contusion. Joints and bones are palpated (palpation) and thus the areas that are particularly painful are identified. The most important differential … Diagnosis | Bruise
Types of bruising A bruise on the knee (technical term: knee contusion) is usually caused by an external force acting directly on the knee joint. The skin surface is not normally affected by this force. However, the tissue directly under the skin is pressed against the hard tissue (e.g. bone or joint capsule) due to … Types of bruising | Bruise
Summary Bruises are usually caused by trauma, usually of a blunt nature. Mostly in sports accidents (here mainly joint trauma) or after falls (rib bruises).Visible are mostly swellings and bruises in the affected area. Patients often complain of severe pain and impaired movement. A fracture must first be excluded diagnostically, usually by means of an … Summary | Bruise
