How to treat pain on the inner side of the knee
Disease description:
I have been experiencing pain on the inner side of my knee recently, especially when going up or down stairs or walking for extended periods, with the pain becoming more noticeable. At times, I also feel a slight soreness and swelling inside the knee, and the knee doesn't move as smoothly as usual. How should this type of inner knee pain be treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Jian
Pain on the inner side of the knee can be caused by various factors, including but not limited to meniscus injury, medial collateral ligament strain, patellar softening syndrome, synovitis, and osteoarthritis.
1. Rest: Patients should minimize weight-bearing on the knee joint, avoid strenuous activities, and rest in bed to reduce irritation and pressure on the painful area. This helps alleviate pain and creates favorable conditions for subsequent treatment.
2. Ice application: During the acute phase, applying ice packs can reduce inflammation and swelling, for 15-20 minutes each time, 3-4 times daily.
3. Medication: For mild pain, topical medications such as flurbiprofen plaster or ketoprofen gel may be used. These medications have anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects and can effectively relieve pain symptoms.
4. Physical therapy: Includes heat application, cold application, massage, and rehabilitation exercises. These measures can improve local blood circulation, relieve muscle tension and stiffness, and enhance joint stability, thereby helping to alleviate pain and improve function.
5. Rehabilitation exercises: Strengthening exercises and flexibility training for muscles around the knee joint can enhance knee joint stability and prevent re-injury.
6. Lifestyle modifications: Maintain a healthy weight to avoid additional stress on the knees from excessive obesity; choose appropriate footwear to reduce impact on the knees; engage in regular low-impact aerobic exercises, such as swimming and cycling, to maintain joint flexibility and muscle strength.
