Can knee and back of the knee tendon pain heal on its own?
Sep 20, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Chen Jian
Introduction
Pain in the knee and popliteal area caused by physiological factors is usually mild and tends to resolve on its own. However, if the pain is due to an underlying disease, symptoms are typically more severe and do not resolve spontaneously, requiring timely treatment. When the knee or popliteal area suffers trauma such as impact or abrasion, soft tissue damage may cause pain, which generally heals naturally. In contrast, pain caused by diseases usually does not self-resolve.
Pain in the tendons behind the knee and leg crease may be mild and self-limiting if caused by physiological factors. However, if the pain is due to an underlying disease, symptoms are typically more severe and unlikely to resolve spontaneously, requiring timely treatment. Specific analysis is as follows:
If daily care is neglected and protective measures are inadequate, the knee or leg crease may suffer impacts or abrasions, leading to soft tissue damage and resulting in pain. In such cases, the pain is usually mild and can heal on its own with proper cold compresses, heat therapy, and rest. Be sure to control the duration of cold and heat application appropriately.
When pain is caused by diseases such as knee arthritis, it tends to be more severe and is often accompanied by joint swelling, and typically does not resolve without treatment. Patients may follow medical advice to use medications such as Qingpeng ointment, diclofenac sodium sustained-release tablets, or clindamycin hydrochloride tablets to improve their condition and relieve symptoms.
In daily life, it is recommended to maintain healthy habits, including gently massaging the knees and legs to promote recovery. If any physical discomfort occurs, it is advisable to seek prompt medical attention and follow professional medical guidance for proper management.
