All about knee pain
Causes of knee pain
Knee pain is a very common consultation in our clinics, and can affect people of all ages. This joint supports much of the body’s weight and is involved in almost every day-to-day movement, which makes it particularly vulnerable.
The most common causes of knee pain include include:
Traumatic or sports injuries
- Sprains or ligament sprains or strains (anterior cruciate ligament, collateral ligament…)
- Meniscus tear
- Patellar dislocations or subluxations
- Tendinopathies (such as patellar or quadricipital tendon)
- Iliotibial band syndrome
Degenerative problems
- Knee arthrosis (gonarthrosis)
- Chondromalacia patellae (wear and tear of the cartilage under the kneecap)
- Meniscal degeneration in older people
Mechanical alterations
- Patellar misalignment or valgus/varus of the knee
- Muscle weakness or biomechanical imbalance
- Poor footing or alterations in the axis of the legs
Other causes
- Bursitis or bursa inflammation
- Rheumatoid arthritis or other inflammatory diseases
- Baker’s cyst (accumulation of synovial fluid in the back of the knee)
- Infections or systemic diseases (less frequent)
Risk factors for knee pain
Several factors increase the likelihood of developing knee pain or aggravating an existing injury. The main risk factors risk factors are:
- Overweight or obesitywhich increases the pressure on the joint
- Impact sports or repetitive movements without adequate preparation
- Lack of muscle strength or flexibility
- Advanced agedue to natural wear and tear of the joint
- Previous history of knee injury
- Poor footwear or alterations of the footprint
- Maintained postures or demanding physical work
At MIVI Salud we analyze not only the injury, but also these factors in order to prevent relapses and future injuries.
How to cure knee pain
At MIVI Salud we offer a personalized and comprehensive treatment of knee pain, with an approach that goes beyond simple relief: we look for the cause, treat the problem and prevent its recurrence.
Medical evaluation and diagnosis
- Complete medical history and physical examination
- Imaging tests if necessary (ultrasound, x-ray, MRI)
- Functional assessment of the joint
Personalized treatments
Conservative treatment
- Relative rest, control of pain and inflammation.
- Analgesic or anti-inflammatory medication
- Joint hygiene, postural correction and load education.
Specialized physiotherapy
- Manual therapy and joint mobilizations
- Guided muscle strengthening (quadriceps, hamstrings, gluteus)
- Proprioception and motor control exercises
- Dry needling, percutaneous electrolysis (PIE), tecartherapy and electrotherapy.
- Biomechanical correction and footprint analysis
Interventional treatments
- Ultrasound-guided infiltrations (anti-inflammatory, hyaluronic acid, PRP)
- Radiofrequency of geniculate nerves in advanced osteoarthritis
- Nerve blocks for chronic pain control
- In cases of severe structural lesions or advanced osteoarthritis, referral for arthroscopic surgery or prosthesis is always the last option.
Recover from knee pain at MIVI Salud
At MIVI Salud we help you to recover your mobility and return to your activities without pain.. Our medical and physiotherapy team works in a coordinated way to find the cause of your problem and give you an effective solution, without the need to resort directly to surgery.
Persistent or recurring knee pain? We can help.
Book your appointment with our specialists and start your recovery today.
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