Almost everyone experiences knee pain at some point in their lives. In the United States, nearly 25 percent of adults endure it at some point. What’s more: it can be caused by a number of different factors. The following are some of the most common associations:

• An injury, such as a sprain, strain, or fracture.
• The overuse of the knees from running or playing sports.
• Arthritis of the joints that is caused by an autoimmune disease — namely rheumatoid arthritis.
• The cartilage in the knee starts breaking down due to osteoarthritis, a form of arthritis.

On a sliding scale, there’s a wide range of pain severity. A severe knee injury can make it difficult to walk or participate in activities, making it worth the effort to seek treatment.

Fortunately, patients have a variety of options to treat the pain and discomfort. They include medication, exercise, and surgery. Pain relievers, anti-inflammatory drugs, and over-the-counter pain relievers can be used. However, some patients choose an orthopedic surgeon to treat bone problems, joint problems, ligament problems, tendon problems, and muscular problems. Rheumatologists can also treat diseases that cause joint pain in addition to arthritis.

Knee Pain Treatment

Fortunately, patients have a variety of options to treat the pain and discomfort. They include medication, exercise, and surgery. Pain relievers, anti-inflammatory drugs, and over-the-counter pain relievers can be used. However, some patients choose an orthopedic surgeon to treat bone problems, joint problems, ligament problems, tendon problems, and muscular problems. Rheumatologists can also treat diseases that cause joint pain in addition to arthritis.

Exercises and stretches, movement training, and massage therapy can increase mobility, ease pain, and prevent further damage as well. Sharp knee pain may be relieved or cured with these treatments. As a result, muscles around the knee can be strengthened and more flexible, thereby improving your knee’s function. Routine exercises can also improve mobility and function. The knees should be exercised in a way that does not overstrain them.

When other treatments fail to relieve severe pain, it can be worth consulting a specialist. Acute pain can become chronic pain when it lasts for more than a few months. Unfortunately, chronic pain usually persists for longer periods than you’d expect.

In either case, you should consult a pain management specialist for diagnosis and treatment. Whoever you consult, your specific condition should always be taken into account when developing a customized plan for a successful, healthier you.

Comprehensive Diagnosis and Treatment for Knee Pain

Effective management of knee pain begins with a thorough diagnosis. Diagnostic options for knee pain can include:

• X-ray of the knee: This imaging test can reveal bone abnormalities, fractures, and alignment issues in the knee joint.
• MRI of the knee: MRI scans provide detailed images of soft tissues, such as muscles, tendons, and ligaments, helping to identify issues like cartilage damage or inflammation.
• Ultrasound of the lower extremities: This test examines vascular causes of pain, such as blood clots or poor circulation, which can contribute to knee discomfort.

Wellness and Pain Can Help

A range of options are available at Wellness and Pain to treat your knee pain. We offer chiropractic massage, routine visits, and minimally invasive quick-recovery procedures. Minimally invasive treatments include stem cells, vein ablation, and microarthroscopy. We can keep you free of problems by providing lifestyle education and home care advice to help you avoid and manage issues, quickly relieving the conditions inhibiting your life.

At Wellness and Pain, we personalize patient care plans based on each patient’s condition and unique circumstances to relieve pain, improve mobility and mental space, and improve your overall health.