Knee Pain: Causes, Symptoms and Effective Treatments
We understand how debilitating Knee Pain can be. It can make it hard to concentrate at work, enjoy time with your family or even get a good night’s sleep. That’s why we offer the latest knee pain relief treatments to help you get your life back.
Call us today to make an appointment with Empire Pain Management, Minimally Invasive Spine & Orthopedic Specialists proudly serving patients across New York and New Jersey, including communities such as Plainview, Ronkonkoma, New Hyde Park, Montville, and Plainfield.
Knee Pain Overview
Knee pain and problems encompass a wide range of conditions affecting the knee joint, including but not limited to osteoarthritis, ligament injuries (such as ACL tears), meniscus tears, tendonitis, and patellofemoral syndrome. These conditions can result from various factors such as overuse, trauma, biomechanical abnormalities, or underlying medical conditions. At Empire Orthopaedic and Pain Management Specialists, we specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of knee pain and problems, offering comprehensive care to alleviate pain and restore function. When you experience knee pain, it can significantly impact your mobility and quality of life, making it difficult to walk, stand, or engage in physical activities. Our team of orthopedic specialists begins the evaluation process with a thorough assessment of your medical history, followed by a physical examination and may utilize imaging studies such as X-rays, MRI, or CT scans to accurately diagnose the underlying cause of your knee pain.
CONDTIONS WE TREAT FOR KNEE PAIN INCLUDES:
1. ACL Tears
2. Torn Meniscus
3. Ligament Injuries
4. Patellar Tendonitis
5. Patellofemoral Stress Syndrome
6. Sciatica Pain & Treatments
Treatment options for knee pain and problems may include:
- Conservative therapies: Initially, we may recommend conservative treatments such as rest, ice or heat therapy, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and activity modification to reduce pain and inflammation.
- Physical therapy: Our experienced physical therapists design specialized exercise programs focused on strengthening the muscles around the knee, improving flexibility, and promoting proper biomechanics to alleviate pain and improve function.
- Medications: Depending on the underlying cause of your knee pain, we may prescribe medications such as corticosteroid injections, hyaluronic acid injections, or pain-relieving medications to alleviate symptoms and improve joint function.
Explore Treatment Options We Offer For Knee Pain
Meet Our Team Of Doctors
Dr. James Yu
Board Certified Anesthesiologist
Board Certified Interventional
Pain Management Physician
Dylan J. O'Rourke
Certified Physician Assistant
Pain Condition We Treat
Improve your quality of life with our comprehensive approach to pain management
We are dedicated to finding individualized treatment options tailored to fit your needs. Our team is dedicated to helping you lead a productive and active life, free from pain and disruption.
We use an integrative approach to conduct a comprehensive evaluation and assess your condition.
Physical examination and review of your medical history. We assess the cause of your pain, determine its severity and duration, and help you develop an individualized treatment plan.
We provide a range of treatments and procedures to address your chronic pain. These include nerve blocks, injections, physical therapy, implantable therapies and more. We also offer health education to help you better manage your condition.