bruise kneecap

Introduction The kneecap (patella) is located at the front of the knee and serves mainly as protection for the knee joint. The kneecap is a so-called sesamoid bone. A sesamoid bone increases the distance between the tendon and the bone and can therefore optimally improve the leverage effect of muscles, for example. The kneecap is … Pain above the kneecap

Diagnosis In order to get to the bottom of the cause of pain in the kneecap area, a medical history (anamnesis) must first be taken. The extent, location and characteristics of the pain are of particular importance. The clinical examination focuses on the knee, but the feet, hips and spine should also be examined for … Diagnosis | Pain above the kneecap