What should I pay attention to when my kneecap is prominent

Kneecap protrusion is common in some sports-loving teenagers aged 10 to 15. This phenomenon may exist for a long time, but don't be too anxious. You should pay attention to local blood circulation and blood stasis removal, pay attention to the way of walking and movement, and you can also use knee braces to fix it.

1. The tibial tuberosity epiphysis is the insertion point of the patellar ligament and is a traction epiphysis. Due to the repeated and violent contraction of the quadriceps muscle, slow traumatic inflammation of the epiphysis is caused, leading to ischemic necrosis. It is more common to have the disease on one side, and bilateral disease is rare.

2. It is common in teenagers aged 10-15 who love sports. After the age of 20, the symptoms disappear due to the ossification and fusion of the tibial tuberosity epiphysis. The pain of this disease can exist for a long time and the symptoms will disappear only after the epiphysis ossifies. It should be explained to the patient and his family to eliminate their concerns and pay attention to prevention.

3. Suggestions;

1. When walking and exerting force, try to use elastic bandages or knee pads to prevent fatigue injuries and increase joint stress.

2. Pay attention to strengthening the medication of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis and replenishing qi and blood to improve blood circulation and functional status.

3. You can give Chinese medicine bathing and soaking, and then give Chinese medicine bandage fixation to reduce inflammation and relieve pain and promote the recovery of surrounding tissue function.