What to do if physiotherapy and hyaluronic acid injections aren't helping my medial femoral condyle and patellar chondromalacia?
What should I do if physiotherapy and hyluronic acid injection is not working for medial femoral condyle and patelar chondromalacia
How long have you been undergoing physiotherapy and receiving injections?:
- Less than 1 monthHow would you describe the severity of your knee pain?:
- Severe — constant pain that limits movementWhat specific symptoms are you experiencing apart from pain?:
- Reduced range of motionHave you noticed any activities that worsen your symptoms?:
- Walking or runningWhat treatments have you tried besides physiotherapy and injections?:
- Over-the-counter pain relieversHave you had any imaging studies done (like MRI or X-ray)?:
- Yes, recent MRI/X-rayWhat is your activity level like on a daily basis?:
- Sedentary — little to no exercise100% Anonymously
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Hello dear See as per clinical history it seems presence of Minor sprain due to cartilage degeneration Differential diagnosis includes Tendonitis Minor fracture Joint weakness Osteomalacia Iam suggesting some medication and precautions for improvement Please follow them for atleast a week Diclofenac sodium gel topical application twice a day for 15 days Voveron xr 50 mg twice a day for 5 days Hot fomentation application twice a day for 5 days Crave bandage application twice a day for 5 days In addition please get following tests done for confirmation of exact diagnosis and best treatment Please share the result with orthopedic surgeon for better clarity CBC Esr Mri X ray Ankle USG Ct scan of recommended by orthopedic surgeon In addition Please discuss the application of syringe with concerned physician only Hopefully you recover soon Regards
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