Knee Pain

Knee Pain services offered in Worthington and Newark, OH

Knee pain affects almost 20% of the adult population in the United States at any given time. If knee discomfort prevents you from staying active or completing normal everyday tasks, you don’t have to live in discomfort. Sachida Manocha, MD, and the team at Interventional Pain Center, which has locations in Worthington and Newark, Ohio, offer advanced knee pain treatments that can restore your mobility and quality of life. Call the nearest office to learn more or request an appointment online today.

Knee Pain Q & A

What is knee pain?

Your knee joint has tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and bone. Knee pain occurs in joints that connect your thigh bone to your lower leg bone. It can present as:

Reduced mobility
Decreased range of motion
Stiffness
Joint swelling
Redness
Mild or dull, aching pain
Sharp, stabbing pain
Pain with moving or standing

The severity and duration of knee pain depend on the type of injury you have. Visit the Interventional Pain Center for an evaluation if the discomfort doesn’t subside within several days or is severe.

What causes knee pain?

Numerous factors can contribute to knee pain, including an injury, disease, or normal wear and tear associated with aging. Examples include:

Strains and sprains
Arthritis
Osteoporosis
Fractures
Ligament injuries, such as ACL or MCL tears
Torn cartilage
Bursitis
Tendonitis
Dislocation
Infections

Your spine care specialist reviews your medical history, asks questions about your symptoms, and examines your knee. They also use diagnostic tests, including X-rays, ultrasound, MRIs, or CT scans, to diagnose your condition.

How is knee pain treated?

Depending on the type and severity of your knee injury, your pain management specialist develops a personalized treatment plan that may include:

Lifestyle changes

Lifestyle changes that can accelerate healing after a knee injury include heat or ice treatment, weight loss, rest, elevation, compression, and wearing a brace.

Knee injections

Knee injections containing steroids and numbing agents can alleviate pain and optimize healing.

Radiofrequency ablation

Radiofrequency ablation uses noninvasive radiofrequency energy to stimulate healing naturally without surgery or downtime. Radiofrequency waves help block nerve impulses that send pain signals to your brain.

Physical therapy

Physical therapy is a holistic way to relieve knee pain and stimulate healing naturally. Your pain specialist can refer you to a physical therapist or show you which strength and flexibility exercises to complete at home.

Surgery

Knee surgery is a last resort but may be necessary in the case of a severe knee injury. The doctors at Interventional Pain Center can refer you to a qualified surgeon near you.

Knee pain doesn’t have to be a normal part of your everyday routine. Schedule an appointment with Interventional Pain Center, by calling the office or requesting one online today.