Pelligrini Steida's Disease

Pelligrini Steida's Disease is a fairly rare condition affecting THE SUPERIOR OR FEMORAL ATTACHMENT OF THE MEDIAL COLLATERAL LIGAMENT OF THE KNEE. This is on the inside of the thigh on the bony protrusion just above the knee.

It is a condition characterised by severe inflammation, pain and swelling on the attachment of this ligament, possibly caused by direct trauma or overuse or a failing to allow a previous ligament injury to fully settle.

The condition is made worse by exercise and aggressive treatment.

X rays often reveal a small sliver of bone in the soft tissue attachment of the ligament.

Treatment

Treatment is REST for as long as is necessary for the condition to settle, which may be many weeks. During this time it is important to pay attention to maintaining the movement in the knee and the strength in the surrounding muscle groups. this can be achieved with a sensible and specific exercise regime. This should be followed, as always, with a graduated rehabilitation program to restore maximium function.

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