Knee pain can come from arthritis within the joint, chronic inflammation, irritation of the genicular nerves, or persistent pain after knee replacement. Because different structures can produce similar symptoms, the right treatment begins with a careful evaluation.
We commonly help patients experiencing:
Treatment options may include:
A knee joint steroid injection may be used when inflammation within the joint is contributing to pain. PRP may be considered when appropriate based on the patient’s condition, prior treatment, and goals.
When pain signals from the genicular nerves appear to be contributing to chronic knee symptoms, a genicular nerve block may help determine whether a nerve-targeted treatment approach is appropriate.
Treatment options may include:
A genicular nerve block may be used to evaluate whether the nerves surrounding the knee are contributing to the ongoing pain. When the response is meaningful, genicular radiofrequency ablation may be considered.
Peripheral nerve stimulation may also be evaluated for patients with persistent pain that has not improved adequately with other treatments. In selected cases, spinal cord stimulation or dorsal root ganglion stimulation may be considered as part of a more advanced pain treatment plan.
Your evaluation may include a physical exam, a review of your symptoms and medical history, and a discussion of whether imaging, prior records, or additional diagnostic steps are needed to better understand your condition and recommend appropriate next steps.
We may ask about:
Your provider may also evaluate your range of motion, muscle tenderness, strength, reflexes, sensation, and signs of nerve irritation.
From there, we can discuss which treatment options may be appropriate for your specific diagnosis and goals.
Not all neck pain comes from the same source. A pinched nerve, arthritic facet joint, injured muscle, or movement disorder may require a different treatment strategy.
Our approach focuses on:
