There are three causes of pain on the inner side of the right knee.

May 16, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xu Shuai
Introduction
Medial knee pain on the right side may be caused by trauma, knee arthritis, synovitis, osteoporosis, or bone spurs. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly and receive appropriate treatment after identifying the underlying cause. If the knee joint has suffered trauma, it may directly stimulate nerves, causing pain, and may be accompanied by bleeding, swelling, and inflammatory responses.

Generally speaking, the knee refers to the knee joint. There is no standard statement that identifies exactly three causes of medial right knee pain. Pain on the inner side of the right knee may result from trauma, knee arthritis, synovitis, osteoporosis, bone spurs, and other conditions. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly to determine the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment. Specific analyses are as follows:

1. Trauma

If the knee joint suffers trauma, it may directly stimulate nerves and cause pain, possibly accompanied by bleeding, swelling, and inflammatory responses. Cold compresses using an ice pack or a towel soaked in cold water can be applied within the first 24 hours; after 48 hours, warm compresses using a hot water bottle or a warm towel may be used.

2. Knee Arthritis

This condition is often caused by aging, obesity, and similar factors, which may lead to wear and tear of articular cartilage, stimulating nerves and causing pain. In severe cases, joint deformity and functional impairment may also occur. When necessary, joint replacement surgery may be required under a doctor's guidance.

3. Synovitis

Synovitis is usually caused by infection and may stimulate nerves, resulting in pain, along with symptoms such as joint swelling, fluid accumulation, and limited mobility. Treatment may include medications such as celecoxib capsules, cefixime dispersible tablets, and amoxicillin capsules, as directed by a physician.

4. Osteoporosis

Often caused by endocrine disorders or malnutrition, osteoporosis may disrupt the microstructure of bone tissue, leading to the aforementioned symptoms, as well as complications such as fractures and kyphosis (hunchback). Treatment may involve medications such as zoledronic acid injection, calcium lactate tablets, and calcium carbonate D3 granules, under medical supervision.

5. Bone Spurs

Bone spurs are typically caused by overuse or strain, which may compress surrounding soft tissues, causing pain on the inner side of the right knee, along with swelling, stiffness, and restricted movement. Medications such as Guci Pills, Zhuanggu Guanjie Pills, and Guci Xiaotong Liquid may be used according to medical advice.

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