What is plica syndrome?

Also known as: knee plica syndrome, synovial plica syndrome of the knee.

Plica syndrome is a condition that causes knee pain. It occurs when the plica, fold in the synovial membrane surrounding the knee joint, becomes inflamed.


Reviewed by: Craig Spurdle, MD

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