Objective:

To investigate the underlying cause of chronic anterior knee pain and gait dysfunction in a 15-year-old patient with normal knee imaging.

Approach:

Key Findings:

• Lower extremity torsional abnormalities (LETA) were identified as the likely cause of symptoms.
• Three-dimensional gait analysis revealed varus and hyperextension during stance.
• Surgical correction led to normalization of hip rotation and gait mechanics.

Interpretation:

LETA are an underrecognized cause of anterior knee pain and atypical gait patterns in adolescents, necessitating awareness among clinicians.

Limitations:

• The assessment could not establish a definitive causal relationship between torsional deformities and symptoms.

Conclusion:

This case highlights the importance of considering rotational malalignment in patients with anterior knee pain and emphasizes the role of advanced imaging and gait analysis in diagnosis.

Sources:

• JBJS
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