Causes
Knee
osteoarthritis may develop due to several factors, including:
• Aging
• Excess body weight
• Previous knee injuries
• Repetitive stress on the joint
• Genetic predisposition
Symptoms
Common symptoms
include:
• Knee pain
• Joint stiffness, especially in the morning
• Difficulty walking or moving the knee
• Swelling in the joint
• Grinding or clicking sounds during movement
Diagnosis
Diagnosis
typically involves:
• Physical
examination of the knee joint
• Assessment of joint movement
• X-ray imaging to evaluate joint degeneration
• MRI in certain cases
Treatment
Treatment
depends on the severity of the condition and may include:
• Lifestyle
modifications to reduce joint stress
• Physical therapy to strengthen surrounding muscles
• Medications to relieve pain and inflammation
• Therapeutic joint injections
In advanced
cases, knee replacement surgery may be recommended to improve mobility and
relieve pain.
Importance of early treatment
Early diagnosis
and treatment help to:
• Reduce pain
• Slow disease progression
• Preserve joint mobility
A Message to Patients
If you
experience persistent knee pain or stiffness,
early medical evaluation can help diagnose knee osteoarthritis and guide
appropriate treatment.