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Knee Pain: What Type Of Treatment Should You Go For?

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Dr. Gautam DasPain Management Specialist • 38 Years Exp.MD, FIPP
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The knee is the largest joint in the human body and is a complex structure formed of bone, muscle and cartilage. Development of pain in the knees can be caused by numerous factors such as aging, injuries, diseases, dietary deficiencies, etc. Arthritis is the most common cause of knee pain and usually affects the elderly and aged. It occurs due to an inflammation of the joint and causes pain, swelling, redness and inflexibility of the knees. 

What are the factors that determine treatment method? 

Diagnosis for knee pain varies from patient to patient as each case is different and must be approached differently. Some of the factors that determine the treatment method are as follows: 

  1. Cause of the problem 
  2. Nature and intensity of pain 
  3. Age of the patient 
  4. Medical history of the patient 
  5. Diet and lifestyle of the patient 

There are a number of different types of arthritis which can affect the knees in different ways and, consequently, require different types of treatment methods. 

What are the various treatment methods for knee pain? 

  1. Conventional Remedies - These are used in case of conditions that are not too severe or chronic. It includes keeping on bed rest, using an ice pack, taking a painkiller and anti-inflammatory medicines, wearing knee braces, etc. 
  2. Physical Therapy - There are many stretching and strengthening exercise routines that help alleviate knee pain and treat the condition. Recovery is achieved by making the muscles around the knees stronger and increasing stability and flexibility. 
  3. Injections to the Knees - A number of anti-inflammatory substances and supplements, as well as lubricants, can be injected into the knee joint which helps reduce pain and makes the joint more supple. 
  4. Platelet Rich Plasma Injection - This involves drawing platelets from the patient's blood and injecting it into the knee joint for repairing damage caused to ligaments, tendons or cartilage. 
  5. Surgery - Surgical procedures for treating knee pain include partial or complete knee replacements.

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