Knee pain can make everyday tasks like walking difficult and have a negative impact on your life. Pennsylvania Orthopedic Associates in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania has experienced orthopedic specialists to help diagnose and treat both knee pain stemming from an injury and chronic knee pain issues. Call or book online to schedule an appointment and take the first step toward a pain-free life.
Knee pain refers to discomfort in the knee joints. Knee pain can be both chronic or temporary pain. Temporary knee pain often stems from an injury while chronic knee pain is typically a symptom of another issue, such as aging or obesity.
Constant pain in your knees isn’t the only symptom of chronic knee pain. Other symptoms include:
If you have chronic knee pain, you may also have difficulty walking or walk with a limp.
Common causes of knee pain include:
Standing for extended periods of time can also cause knee pain. If you have a job where you are on your feet a lot, you may start to experience this issue.
Chronic knee pain can also be an indicator of a more serious health problem such as bone cancer.
The team at Pennsylvania Orthopedic Associates may diagnose your knee pain through the use of imaging techniques to look at the cartilage and muscle surrounding your knee.
Blood work also helps to determine the cause of knee pain and detect cancer in the bones.
Depending on the cause of your knee pain, the experts at Pennsylvania Orthopedic Associates may recommend one or more of the following treatment options:
If you have knee damage and are older, you may need a knee replacement surgery. Knee replacements may last around 20 years, giving you long-term relief from your knee pain.
There are many ways you can help prevent the development of knee pain, including:
If you have chronic pain stemming from an injury, it’s also a good idea to wear a brace to help stabilize the knee and prevent re-injury.
Don’t let chronic and recurring knee pain cause you to miss out on your favorite activities. Schedule an appointment with Pennsylvania Orthopedic Associates today. You can book your appointment online or by calling the office.
