What causes sudden pain in knee in a patient with muscular atrophy?

Posted on Mon, 22 Jun 2015

Question: I have had muscular atrophy for over 20 years, I still walk with a buggy that has wheels. I have never had pain but have noticed lately my right knee has had some pain. will using Venapro Vascular Therapy System help? Do you have a suggestion for a therapy?

Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
possibility of osteoarthritis of knee.

Detailed Answer:
Hello
I have read your query.
Pain can be due to osteoarthritis of joint.
venopro vascular therapy may not work here.
I will advise you x ray and MRI of joint.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and matrix therapy may help you.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (34 minutes later)

I really meant to get some response about muscular atrophy. If any new procedures are out there that I may not be aware of? Thanks for your quick response.

Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (18 hours later)

Brief Answer:
A newer hope has come with research for atrophy VBP15

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I have studied your case.

Till now there is no cure for muscular atrophy which is a progressive muscular disorder
A newer hope has come with research for atrophy VBP15, a novel anti-inflammatory and membrane-stabilizer, improves muscular atrophy without side effects

But you will have to wait till medicine comes after passing all trial.

You may consult physiotherapist for guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case. If required you can use orthotic supportive for improving walking.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar