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Suggest Treatment For Chrondomylacia In Knees
Hi I have been Diagnosed with Chrondomylacia in the knees, I currently receive orthovisc inj. Is there any other alternative for the pain? The injections don t usually last but a few months at a time. Will this type of condition get worst and required surgery as I age.
Tue, 30 Jun 2020
Hi,
Usually conservative management is enough to treat chondromalacia patelle. Take physiotherapy, proper supplements, hot fomentation. Apply Diclofenac gel, use knee cap, take anti-inflammatory drugs.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon
Usually conservative management is enough to treat chondromalacia patelle. Take physiotherapy, proper supplements, hot fomentation. Apply Diclofenac gel, use knee cap, take anti-inflammatory drugs.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon
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