
Orthopedic Specialist in Pasadena, CA
For Treating the Causes of Knee Pain
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Healthy knees are a significant part of being able to move well and enjoy a healthy life. Your knee joint bears the pressure of several times your body weight as you walk or move. That amount goes up if you participate in high-impact sports like running, track and field, football, soccer, and more; So it's not surprising that knee issues can also be a significant source of pain when the joint is not functioning correctly.
At Pasadena Orthopedics, we're here to help you address your knee pain, whatever the cause. Knee pain causes include:
Depending on the source of your pain, there are several approaches available for treatment from a knee pain doctor, including:
At Pasadena Orthopedics, we're here to help you address your knee pain, whatever the cause. Knee pain causes include:
- A worn out joint from osteoarthritis
- Ligament injuries, including the ACL and MCL
- Meniscus injuries
- Torn cartilage
- Incorrect repetitive use, causing injury and inflammation
- Knee overextension
- Other knee injuries like sprains, strains, or fractures
Depending on the source of your pain, there are several approaches available for treatment from a knee pain doctor, including:
- Steroid injections
- PRP (platelet rich plasma) injections
- Viscosupplementation
- Surgery, up to and including total knee replacement