Related Conditions:
- Arthritis
- Jumper’s Knee
- Runner’s Knee
Symptoms:
- Deep ache above knee
- Difficulty bending the knee
- Feels like burning
- Groin pain
- Localized pain in the upper thigh to the side of the knee
- Pain deep inside under the knee cap
- Sharp pain around upper thigh muscle
Causes:
- Climbing
- Contorted yoga positions
- Cycling
- Getting in and out of the car
- Keeping legs up while sleeping
- Running and fast walking
- Sitting for long periods of time
- Sudden vigorous twisting movement with foot planted
- Unexpected slips or falls
- Walking in high heels