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What Causes Arthritic Conditions In The Knee?

I am in my 40 s. My knee seems to be popping for the last 3-4 days. It normally happens when I am walking up steps, or if I am moving from a sitting to a standing position. I did injure my knee when I was about 30. I was told it was just strained and I would probably experience some arthritis in my later years because of it. Is this just getting older, or is this possibly a condition that needs to be checked. I did alot of heavy lifting in my 20 s and early 30 s as a Paramedic.
Wed, 29 Apr 2020
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

At your age the most common cause of pain at the knee is:
- Inflammation of covering of joint i.e. synovitis
- Loss of cartilage at knee leading to arthritis

There are also various other reason for knee pain. I shall advise you following to have relief:
- Avoid frequent up or down on stairs.
- Avoid cross leg positions.
- Start doing some exercises like quadriceps strengthening exercises.
- Take a mild analgesic off and on like advil for relief from pain.
- Apply a local analgesic ointment and do warm water fomentation with water bag over the knee.
- You may take some preparations like glucosamine, chondroitin or collagen supplements for relief.

If this all does not resolve your problem then you may consult to your doctor and get yourself investigated including x ray and blood investigation like CBC, blood sugar, thyroid functions, serum uric acid etc.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon
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What Causes Arthritic Conditions In The Knee?

Hello, At your age the most common cause of pain at the knee is: - Inflammation of covering of joint i.e. synovitis - Loss of cartilage at knee leading to arthritis There are also various other reason for knee pain. I shall advise you following to have relief: - Avoid frequent up or down on stairs. - Avoid cross leg positions. - Start doing some exercises like quadriceps strengthening exercises. - Take a mild analgesic off and on like advil for relief from pain. - Apply a local analgesic ointment and do warm water fomentation with water bag over the knee. - You may take some preparations like glucosamine, chondroitin or collagen supplements for relief. If this all does not resolve your problem then you may consult to your doctor and get yourself investigated including x ray and blood investigation like CBC, blood sugar, thyroid functions, serum uric acid etc. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon