Here's Why Your Knee Hurts - Knee Pain Problems & Types by Location

I help you identify the cause of your knee pain by location:
Quadriceps tendon
Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Patellofemoral arthritis
Prepatellar bursitis
Patellar tendon
Infrapatellar impingement
Medial arthritis
Meniscus tear
MCL sprain
Pes anserine bursa
Lateral arthritis
IT band
Common peroneal nerve
Baker’s cyst
Trigger points

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► ABOUT ME

Jeffrey Peng MD is a nonoperative orthopedist and sports medicine specialist. He created a YouTube channel and blog to translate cutting edge medical knowledge and clinical research to benefit all those looking to live an active and healthy lifestyle. He focuses on maximizing non-surgical treatments for sports injuries and orthopedic conditions. He specializes in using orthobiologics and ultrasound guided minimally invasive techniques to treat osteoarthritis, tendinopathies, and musculoskeletal disorders.

Dr. Peng is board certified in sports medicine and family medicine. He completed residency with the Stanford family medicine residency program and completed his sports medicine training with the Stanford primary care sports medicine fellowship in San Jose. He is an active faculty member for both programs and is excited about training the next generation of physicians.

Dr. Peng’s sports medicine clinic is located in Campbell, California.

► Disclaimer

My content reflects my own opinion and does not represent the views or opinions of my employers or hospital systems I am affiliated with. They are meant for educational purposes only. They do not substitute for the medical advice of a physician. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding your health.

[arthurjeremypearson]

Your thumbnail has each area labeled with a letter, and then you completely abandon that in the video itself. I have a problem in area e and you never said area e

[thefather]

You have a beautiful thumbnail. My pain is in section A. But your video has nothing to do with the thumbnail. Moving on.

[davidstrong]

You explain things better than anyone I’ve ever seen or heard. Thank you

[danielst-laurent]

Best summary of knee pain sources i've watched so far.

[sapelesteve]

Excellent synopsis of various causes of knee pain Doc! Well done! 👍👍

[prasadperera]

Most comprehensive and the clearest explaination I have seen so far. Thank you. Keep making great awareness videos like this for the betterment of everyone.

[eamonnbrereton]

I tried Boswellia serrata as you recommended in a previous video, it's made a massive difference to my knee arthritis which I've had for 5 years. Many thanks to you

[fazelahmad]

What a beautiful and comprehensive presentation! Thanks a lot!

[estelleadamski]

Last yr. I injured my knee, my DR was surprised I didn't have significant arthritis. MRI showed complex meniscus tear, Baker's cyst and a bone contusion & loose bodies I tried all the conservative measures w/no lasting relief, so 6 mos. later I had a partial meniscectomy & loose body removal. My knee still hurts, 4 mos. after surgery But now my other knee hurts really bad. All around the knee is painful, no swelling, a lot in back of the knee, the pain is 10/10 at times. I'm taking Tylenol. I'm headed back to my Ortho. Enjoyed the vides Thks!

[pweeloco]

Man this doctor it's the real deal, well explained and gives good advice not like others that want to go straight to replace your knee ...

[Joyful-gubj]

Your explanation is great. I totally understand now. Thank you n God bless you.

[ignaciogerardi]

Any recommendations on fat pad issues??

[bajiron]

Great informative video. Thank you for teaching us about the knee problems and types.

[FrankATracy]

Please redo the video using the letters in the thumbnail picture. You would help us a lot more if your content was organized properly. I clicked on your video because of the letters, but then you completely abandon it. This video could have EASILY been much better! Great content and explanations. Just needs to be organized better.

[jim-ryeq]

Great summary. What do you do to treat a Baker's cyst?

[UntilNextime]

Your graphs and descriptions are so helpful.
Nobody has ever recognized my knee issues to be associated with a tibia fracture 47 years ago.
For the past 7 years, I've kept it rapped when I'm out.
It showed inflammation for the first time only recently.
An MRI suggests OA and that isn't what I believe to be the pain source problem.

[HS]

Very good Video, Also extra weight and weak leg muscles put lots of pressure on the knees.

[angelatrebor]

Thank you for your expertise and providing extra helpful information regarding our knees. You're great for explaining extra details that other Doctors and Medical Professionals don't mention, affecting/ involving the knee. Thank you again for your help.

[theenlteacher]

You’ve answered my question! Thank you.

[tassyp]

Thank you God bless you! Finally something I can do to help myself. I think my hip has contributed to this pain.