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Grating Sensation Behind Knee Cap

Grating sensation behind knee cap indicates patellofemoral syndrome or runner's knee. It is the injury of the cartilage under the kneecap. A painful grating and crunching sensation starts when more force is exerted on the knees. It is common in sportspersons, young women, and adults. It lasts for weeks to months. The only effective treatment known so far is to take rest and avoid those activities that cause pain. When not taken care of, it may worsen over a period.

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Why do I have sharp knee pain while playing football?

Query: Hello doctor, I was playing football when my knee gave way and there was a sharp pain for a second before it went off. It does not hurt while walking, sitting, or bending the knee except when I try to bend it while putting my weight on it. If I attempt to push through the pain and squat all the way,...  Read Full »


Dr. Sharoff Lokesh Mohan

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. This is either a meniscal injury or a chondromalacia patella. I suggest you take the following medications. Take tablet Ibuprofen 400 mg in the morning and night after food for 10 days. Take tablet Rabeprazole 20 mg in the morning befor...  Read Full »

I have knee pain and have difficulty walking. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25-year-old level 4 gymnast. About a year ago I started to have pain in my knees almost like it is pushing up or grinding my kneecap and below the knee. It is becoming difficult even to walk up or down the stairs or let alone do gymnastics. I am concerned. Kindly help.  Read Full »


Dr. Akshay Kumar Saxena

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. Your knee pain could be due to various reasons but common ones especially considering your activity levels and description of pain are chondromalacia, pain due to knee instability, inflammation, etc. Chondromalacia is a clinical condition in...  Read Full »

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