Knee Pain Treatment in Delhi
Structured pain management for knee arthritis, overuse, ligament-related pain and persistent knee discomfort.
Dr. Ekta Gupta
MBBS, MD, Fellowship Trained Pain Physician, AIIMS Delhi
A focused approach to finding the pain source
Knee pain can make stairs, walking, exercise and even getting up from a chair difficult. Treatment depends on the source of pain, the degree of joint or soft-tissue involvement, your activity level and what you have already tried.
MBBS, MD, Fellowship Trained Pain Physician, AIIMS Delhi
Assessment before treatment
The aim is to understand the pattern of pain, its likely source and how it is affecting movement and daily life before selecting treatment.
Symptoms that may need assessment
Pain while walking
Pain during normal walking or longer periods of standing.
Stair difficulty
Knee pain can become more noticeable while climbing or descending stairs.
Swelling or tenderness
Local swelling, tenderness or a feeling of pressure around the knee may occur.
Stiffness
Reduced flexibility after sitting, resting or in the morning.
Pain during exercise
Running, squatting, jumping or repetitive activity may aggravate symptoms.
Reduced confidence in the knee
Pain or weakness may make you avoid normal activities.
What can cause knee pain?
Knee osteoarthritis
Cartilage and joint changes can produce pain, stiffness and reduced function.
Ligament or tendon injury
Sports, falls or repetitive loading can affect supporting soft tissues.
Meniscus problems
A meniscus injury can cause pain, catching or difficulty with movement.
Patellofemoral pain
Pain around the kneecap can be linked with loading and movement mechanics.
Overuse
Sudden increases in walking, running or exercise can overload the knee.
Post-injury pain
Symptoms can persist after an earlier injury even after the initial tissue healing.
Treatment is based on the diagnosis
There is no single treatment that suits every patient. Options may include conservative care, rehabilitation, medication planning and selected image-guided pain procedures.
- Detailed clinical assessment
- Review of previous treatment and response
- Imaging when clinically appropriate
- Clear discussion of available options
- Follow-up based on symptoms and function
Clinical assessment
A focused examination helps identify whether the pain is joint, tendon, ligament, nerve or movement related.
Physiotherapy
Strengthening and movement retraining can improve knee function and load tolerance.
Medication planning
Selected medicines may be used according to the cause, symptoms and medical history.
Image-guided injections
Certain patients may be considered for targeted injections after assessment.
Radiofrequency ablation
In selected chronic knee arthritis pain, RFA may be considered when conservative care is insufficient.
Activity planning
A graded return to walking, exercise and daily activity helps protect progress.
When targeted treatment may be appropriate
For selected patients, image-guided procedures can target a specific joint, nerve or other pain-generating structure. The procedure is chosen only after clinical assessment.
Commonly considered procedures
- Image-guided injections
- Selective nerve blocks
- Epidural injections for selected spine-related nerve pain
- Facet or joint procedures
- Radiofrequency ablation for selected chronic pain sources
Pain relief is only one part of recovery
Move better
Treatment is paired with movement and rehabilitation wherever appropriate.
Build confidence
A graded return to normal activities can help reduce fear and unnecessary avoidance.
Prevent recurrence
Strength, posture, activity planning and condition-specific advice can support long-term management.
Do not ignore persistent or changing pain
Seek prompt medical care after significant trauma, when the knee is acutely swollen and very painful, or when there is fever, redness, inability to bear weight or another concerning symptom.
A simple treatment journey
01 Consultation
Discuss symptoms, history, daily limitations and previous treatment.
02 Examination
Assess movement, strength, sensation and the likely pain source.
03 Plan
Choose appropriate conservative or minimally invasive options.
04 Follow-up
Review response, function and next steps.
Frequently asked questions
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Discuss your pain with Dr. Ekta Gupta
If persistent pain is affecting your movement, sleep, work or everyday activities, a specialist assessment can help clarify the available treatment options.
MBBS, MD, Fellowship Trained Pain Physician, AIIMS Delhi
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