Pain in the left knee of my mother. - #15070

Hello Mayank,

This is likely due to muscle or tendon strain, such as a tight iliotibial (IT) band or kneecap (patellofemoral) pain.

🛑Apply ice if swollen, or gentle warmth if it feels stiff. Take paracetamol or ibuprofen if needed. Rest and avoid deep bending or sitting cross-legged for a while.

If pain persists for more than a week, Please consult an orthopedic surgeon in person for physical examination.

I trust this helps Thank you dear

Hello Mayank By going through your mother history and evaluation of her health status I must say that nothing to worry… Just make some precautions and take some medications as follows - Rx - Gel Diclofenac - applied on knee 2 time a day Tab Zerodol sp - one time a day for 7 days Sachet Calcirol 60k - once a week for 4 weeks

Precautions - avoid excessive sitting in same position Use western toilet instead of indian toilet Avoid excessive stairs Go for regular daily walk

Your mother will get fine soon.

Thank you

Hello Mayank, I understand your worry. But a proper treatment of your mother is not possible without a physical examination, which is not possible online. So, kindly visit an Orthopedician for a physical examination, so that the real issue could be found out and hence the solution.

Till then, follow this prescription -

-Tab. Aceclofenac + Paracetamol twice a day × 5 days - Diclofenac Gel, apply over painful area × 5 days - Softgel Vit-D3 60k once a week × 1 month.

Feel free to reach out again.

Regards, Dr. Nirav Jain MBBS, DNB D.Fam.Med

The discomfort your mother is experiencing could be due to a few different factors. At 41, she might be dealing with mild joint degeneration or issues like patellar tendinitis, bursitis, or even early signs of osteoarthritis. The fact that the pain radiates from her hip and gets worse when her knee is in contact with the ground suggests that there may be involvement of muscles or tendons that cross both the hip and knee joints, like the quadriceps or iliotibial band. Another possibility is an underlying issue with the alignment of her kneecap (patella), which can cause pain particularly when kneeling or sitting in specific positions. As a start, it would be useful to avoid activities that exacerbate the pain, like sitting crisscross and kneeling, for a while. Applying ice to the affected area for 15-20 minutes may help reduce inflammation and pain, and using over-the-counter pain relief like ibuprofen or acetaminophen can also be considered, as long as there are no contraindications for her. Encourage her to perform gentle exercises focused on strengthening the muscles around the knee and hip, as this can improve joint stability. Simple stretches, like the hamstring stretch or quadriceps stretch, can help maintain flexibility. If the pain persists or worsens, it would be important for her to see a healthcare provider for a full evaluation. They may recommend imaging tests such as an X-ray or MRI to pinpoint the cause and advise more specific treatment options. It’s key to address this discomfort early on to prevent any worsening of her symptoms and improve her functional mobility.

Hi Dear Mayank, I can understand your concern totally Try to take a Xray Knee joint bilateral first and visit an Orthopedic surgeon Sometimes early osteoarthritis can be a possibility So kindly avoid asking your mom to do certain activities which cause her pain If no osteoarthritis she can be managed with medications and physiotherapy take care