A non-invasive treatment that provides long-term relief
A non-invasive treatment that provides long-term relief
A non-invasive treatment that provides long-term relief: It is normal to have knee pain from time to time, but if the pain worsens and results in additional symptoms such as fever, you may need medical intervention. If chronic knee pain prevents you from enjoying your favorite activities, Bayonne knee pain treatment at Orange Orthopedic Surgeons may be your ultimate solution.
What factors contribute to pain?
Sometimes experiencing knee pain due to fatigue or holding a certain position for a long time is expected. Knee injuries such as torn cartilage or torn ligaments can also cause knee pain. In most cases, knee pain improves with home care treatments and over-the-counter pain relievers, but your provider may recommend knee braces and physical therapy if they fail to provide relief. Other conditions that can cause knee pain include Baker’s cyst, dislocation, ACL tear, and avascular necrosis. Osteoarthritis is the most common cause of knee pain in older adults.
What should you know about osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis is a chronic degenerative health condition that causes the cartilage that cushions your bones to wear down. The disorder can affect any joint, but it is more prevalent in the joints of your spine, hips, knees, and hands. Although osteoarthritis is manageable, the damage is irreversible. Factors that increase your risk of osteoarthritis include bone deformities, repetitive stress on joints, metabolic diseases such as hemochromatosis, genetic predisposition, and injuries. Osteoarthritis can manifest as bone spurs, joint tenderness and loss of flexibility.
If left untreated, osteoarthritis can worsen, causing chronic joint pain and stiffness, which can affect your mobility and your ability to carry out daily tasks. The disorder can cause depression due to sleep disturbances and persistent debilitating pain.
When should you consult your doctor about knee pain?
Knee pain that develops due to strenuous physical activity responds to home remedies. In the case of minor injuries, you can follow self-care measures for a few days, but if the pain persists or worsens, you may need medical attention. Notify your specialist at Orange Orthopedic Associates if you experience fever, tenderness, redness, and swelling of the surrounding skin.
If the joint is deformed, makes a popping sound at the time of injury, or has lost flexibility, ask a loved one to take you to the emergency room for immediate medical treatment.
How can you reduce knee pain?
The root cause of your debilitating pain determines your care plan. Dr. Lee performs a comprehensive physical examination focusing on the affected knee joint. He may request that you move your leg in different directions to gauge your range of motion before recommending the most effective treatment. He may also recommend additional tests such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs to look for degenerative joint disease and bone fractures.
Your provider may prescribe specific medications to treat conditions that cause discomfort, such as arthritis and gout. Dr. Lee may recommend physical therapy to strengthen your knee muscles and restore flexibility. In some cases, he may recommend injections such as hyaluronic acid and corticosteroids to ease your pain.
