Options for knee pain and arthritis include medicines, physiotherapy, PRP and intra-articular joint injections, and bone and joint pain treatment.
Knee pain can limit walking, climbing stairs and even sleep. Orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Y. Srinivas Rao finds the cause and plans treatment, from exercises and medicines to surgery if it is truly needed.
What causes knee pain?
Common causes include osteoarthritis (wear of the joint), ligament or meniscus injury, overuse, extra body weight and inflammatory arthritis. The pain pattern, swelling and X-ray or scan findings help to decide treatment.
See an orthopaedic doctor if you have
- Knee pain lasting more than a few weeks
- Swelling, stiffness in the morning or after rest
- Pain on stairs or when getting up from a chair
- Locking, giving way or a grinding feeling
- Pain after a fall or twisting injury
Treatment options
Treatment starts with examination and, if required, X-ray or MRI. Many people improve with weight management, strengthening exercises, physiotherapy, pain relief and walking aids. Injections or surgery are considered only when simpler measures are not enough.
- Examination and imaging
- Medicines, exercise and physiotherapy plans
- Advice on weight, footwear and activity
- Joint surgery when required
Recovery and aftercare
Improvement is gradual. Regular exercises and weight control make a big difference, and your doctor will review progress at follow-up visits.
Frequently asked questions
Is knee pain from arthritis permanent?
Arthritis is long-term, but pain can often be controlled well with the right care.
Do I need an MRI?
Not always. The doctor decides after examination and X-ray.
When is knee replacement considered?
When severe arthritis causes constant pain and difficulty walking despite other treatment.
Book a consultation at Swastha Multispeciality Clinic
Consult Dr. Y. Srinivas Rao, orthopaedic surgeon in Vanasthalipuram, at Vaidehi Nagar, Vanasthalipuram, Hyderabad 500070. Open Monday to Saturday 9 AM to 9 PM and Sunday 9 AM to 1 PM. Call or WhatsApp 83417 94993. Walk-ins are welcome. This page is general information and not a substitute for medical advice.
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