My mother in law is of 48 years old. She has pain in her knee too much. She is suffering from this pain for 5 years. But doesn't have any relief. How can she reduce this pain? Please suggest.
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Hi, the cause of her pain may be due to arthritis which may be primary i. E age related degeneration or secondary to polyarthritis like ra. Well ask her if she has morning stiffness of hand and foot joints or any other joints, suggestive of ra. The cartilage layer will be worn out in the joints. Requires xray and investigations to confirm the same. Anyways for her pain she can use knee cap while walking/working, physiotherapy and some medications. If its more than 5 years better to consult.
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Since the pain is present since 5 long yeras kindly get a consult with a physiotherapist or an orthopedic as it may require investigations like xray and vit d and calcium levels to be checked. For the time she can start with hot water fomentation (if no recent swelling) and start with knee press exercises. Avoid squatting activities and sitting cross legged on the floor.
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