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What Causes Pain In The Knee When Diagnosed With Chondrocalcinosis?
i have been dx. with chondrocalcinosis. 5 weeks ago i walked 4.5 miles. on finishing, i developed pain in my rt. knee area. (different from oa) i was iceing it. continued to go to gym but only did streches & reclining bike. increased pain at night. use aleve & warm therapy pads ex-ray reveled spurring on both sides of knee joint &patella. i was advised by aNP to rest it for a week.My concern: is this turning into chronic pain?I want to resume my exercise regime asap! What else can i do to promote healing?
Fri, 28 Dec 2018
Hello,
As a first line management you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief.
If symptoms persists better to consult an orthopaedician and plan for an MRI scan.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
As a first line management you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief.
If symptoms persists better to consult an orthopaedician and plan for an MRI scan.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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