Knee Pain Specialists
Midwest Center for Joint Replacement
Hip and Knee Replacement Surgeons located in Indianapolis, IN & Bloomington, IN
Knee pain can have a devastating impact on your mobility and cause distressing levels of discomfort. If you have knee pain, we at Midwest Center for Joint Replacement can help. Our team treats numerous knee conditions through total and partial knee replacement surgery or nonsurgical treatments such as steroid injections. Call today to book an appointment at one of our offices in Indianapolis or Bloomington, Indiana.
Knee Pain Q & A
What conditions cause knee pain?
Your knees have to cope with a great many stresses and strains every day, so they're vulnerable to wear-and-tear conditions like osteoarthritis and overuse injuries like tendonitis.
Sports injuries also commonly affect the knees. These injuries can be a result of the effects of shock traveling up your legs when running and jumping, as well as stopping suddenly and turning or twisting awkwardly.
Common causes of knee pain include:
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Osteoarthritis
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Meniscus tears
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Patellar dislocations
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Bursitis
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Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries
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Medial collateral ligament (MCL) tears
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Patellar tendon tears
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Runner's knee (patellofemoral pain)
We most commonly see patients with osteoarthritis, which often results from years of joint use that gradually wears away the layers of cartilage that protects your bones.
How is knee pain treated?
The first step to treating your knee pain is determining its cause. For many patients with mild osteoarthritis, the team may recommend conservative treatments including:
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Medications
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Joint injections
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Physical therapy