Clinical Presentation & Protocol
Patient Usually Complains Of
Patient presents with chronic, activity-related left knee pain, localized to the [medial/lateral] femoral condyle. Symptoms include intermittent mechanical locking, catching, and localized swelling. Pain is exacerbated by weight-bearing and high-impact activities. No history of acute trauma.
Clinical Examination Findings
Left knee examination reveals localized tenderness over the [medial/lateral] femoral condyle. Wilsonโs test is [positive/negative] for pain reproduction. Range of motion is [full/restricted] with crepitus noted during flexion. Effusion is [present/absent]. Neurovascular status is intact distally.
Treatment Protocol
Initial management includes activity modification, non-weight bearing or protected weight-bearing with crutches, and physical therapy for quadriceps strengthening. If lesion is unstable or refractory to conservative measures, surgical intervention (e.g., drilling, internal fixation, or OATS) is indicated.