What causes pain above the knee?

The causes of pain above the knee may include sports injury, arthritis, bursitis, patellar softening, quadriceps tendinitis, etc., or symptoms of other diseases. It is necessary to seek medical examination and treatment according to specific conditions, including rest, physical therapy, drug therapy, injection therapy, surgery, etc. There are many possible causes of pain above the knee. Here are some common causes: 1. Sports injury: strenuous exercise, repetitive movements, or improper exercise posture can cause muscle, ligament, or meniscus injury above the knee. For example, running, jumping, squatting, etc. can cause patellar tendinitis, meniscus injury, or muscle strain. 2. Arthritis: Inflammatory arthritis, such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, can affect the tissue around the knee, causing pain and swelling. 3. Bursitis: Bursitis above the knee is inflammation of the bursa, often caused by overuse or injury. Bursitis can be caused by friction, infection, or other causes. 4. Patella softening: Chondromalacia or wear of the patella (knee bone) can cause pain above the knee, especially when walking up and down stairs or squatting. 5. Quadriceps tendinitis: Inflammation of the quadriceps tendon can also cause pain above the knee. 6. Other causes: infections, tumors, metabolic diseases, neuropathy, etc. can also cause pain above the knee. It should be noted that pain above the knee may be a symptom of serious illness, such as infection, fracture, meniscus tear, etc. If the pain persists, worsens, or is accompanied by other symptoms, such as swelling, stiffness, limited mobility, fever, etc., seek medical attention for detailed examination and diagnosis. Doctors usually perform detailed physical examinations, imaging tests,(e.g., X-ray, MRI, etc.) to determine the cause of the pain. Depending on the situation, the following treatments may be taken: 1. Rest: Avoid overuse of the knee and give injured tissue enough time to recuperate.2. Physical therapy: Includes hot compresses, cold compresses, massage, electrotherapy, etc. to reduce pain and inflammation.3. Medical therapy: Depending on the severity of the pain, painkillers, anti-inflammatory drugs, or other medications may be prescribed.4. Injections: In some cases, your doctor may recommend injections of medications, such as hormones or anesthetics, to relieve pain and inflammation.5. Surgical treatment: In severe cases, such as meniscus tears or other structural problems, surgery may be needed to repair or reconstruct. For patients with chronic pain above the knee, it is also important to maintain proper weight, strengthen quadriceps exercise, correct exercise posture and use appropriate exercise equipment. In addition, if there are other health problems, such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, etc., active management of the disease to reduce the impact on the knee. Above knee pain can be caused by a variety of causes and needs to be diagnosed and treated on a case-by-case basis. If the pain persists or is accompanied by other severe symptoms, seek medical attention promptly for proper diagnosis and treatment.