Knee Pain

Knee pain may arise from acute injuries such as an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear, overuse, or chronic diseases like arthritis. Whatever’s causing your knee pain, the Atlantic Advanced Spine and Neurology Institute team can help. At offices in Bethlehem, Lilburn, and Braselton, Georgia, the team of board-certified neurologists uses cutting-edge approaches like image-guided steroid injections and radiofrequency ablation to treat knee pain. Call Atlantic Advanced Spine and Neurology Institute today to arrange a knee pain consultation or request an appointment using the online booking form.

What is knee pain?

Knee pain is discomfort, aching, or soreness in or around the knee joint. It can happen suddenly from an injury or build up over time due to wear-and-tear. Knee pain can make it hard to walk, climb stairs, or play sports.

Knee pain has many possible causes, including:

Injuries

Common knee injuries include tendon sprains, strained and torn ligaments, and meniscus tears (cartilage damage).

Arthritis

Of the many forms affecting knees, the most common are osteoarthritis (wear-and-tear) or rheumatoid arthritis (autoimmune disease).

Overuse

Repeating the same motion can stress your knee, causing small injuries that build up over time. This problem is common in athletes — patellofemoral pain syndrome is known as runner’s knee.

Tendinitis

Tendinitis is inflammation affecting your tendons from overuse or injury. Left untreated, it can lead to tendinopathy, where the tissue breaks down.

Bursitis

Bursitis is inflammation of small fluid-filled sacs that cushion your knee.

What are the symptoms of knee pain?

Knee symptoms may include:

• Aching, sharp, or throbbing pain
• Swelling or stiffness
• Popping or crunching sounds
• Weakness or a feeling that your knee might give out
• Trouble straightening or bending your knee fully

The Atlantic Advanced Spine and Neurology Institute team asks about your symptoms, checks your knee for swelling and movement, and tests strength, flexibility, and joint stability.

They may order tests such as X-rays to check bones for fractures or arthritis, an MRI to see soft tissues like ligaments, cartilage, or tendons, or an ultrasound to look at swelling or fluid.

How is knee pain treated?

Knee pain treatment depends on what’s causing the pain, but common options include:

• Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE)
• Physical therapy
• Pain relievers and anti-inflammatory medications
• Knee braces and orthotic shoe inserts
• Steroid injections to reduce inflammation
• Hyaluronic acid injections to lubricate the joint
• Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections to promote tissue healing
• Nerve block injection to deaden pain
• Radiofrequency ablation to deaden nerves

You should get medical advice if you have severe knee pain that doesn’t improve with rest or affects your ability to move or put weight on your leg.

Early intervention prevents long-term damage and gets you back on your feet, so call Atlantic Advanced Spine and Neurology Institute today or schedule a consultation online for fast, effective knee pain treatment.