Common Causes of Knee Pain:
- Ligament injuries (ACL, PCL,
MCL, LCL)
- Meniscus tear or cartilage
damage
- Osteoarthritis or age-related
degeneration
- Patellar (kneecap) pain or
instability
- Overuse injuries due to
sports or long-standing
- Post-injury swelling or
trauma
- Tendinitis or bursitis
Symptoms That Should Not Be Ignored:
- Persistent knee pain or
stiffness
- Swelling around the knee
joint
- Difficulty walking, climbing
stairs, or bending
- Clicking, popping, or
grinding sound
- Knee giving way or
instability
How Dr. Nikhil Phade Treats Knee Pain:
- Detailed Clinical Examination: Identifying the root cause using medical
history and movement analysis.
- Advanced Diagnostic Tools: X-ray, MRI, or ultrasound imaging for
accurate assessment.
- Medications & Pain Relief: Anti-inflammatory drugs, muscle relaxants,
and swelling control.
- Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation: Strengthening, stretching, and mobility
exercises to restore joint function.
- Injections for Pain Relief (if needed):
– Corticosteroid injections
– Viscosupplementation (gel injection)
– PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy for cartilage healing
- Minimally Invasive Arthroscopy: Keyhole surgery to repair ligament or
cartilage tears.
- Joint Preservation Techniques: To delay or avoid joint replacement in
younger patients.
- Advanced Knee Replacement Surgery (Severe Cases):
If the joint is completely worn out, Total or Partial Knee Replacement is performed for
long-lasting relief.
With a patient-first approach and advanced orthopedic expertise,
Dr. Nikhil Phade ensures effective diagnosis and long-term recovery from
knee pain.
His personalized treatment plans help patients regain strength, mobility, and confidence in
their daily activities.