Knee Cartilage Injury Treatment In Nagpur
A knee cartilage injury is damage to the tissue that cushions of knee joint, causing pain and swelling. Treatment may involve rest, therapy or sometimes surgery for severe cases. Dr. Nawaid Ahmed, an Arthroscopy and Joint Replacement Specialist in Nagpur provides the best treatment for Knee Cartilage injuries.
Dr.Nawaid Ahmed
Arthroscopy & Joint Replacement Specialist
Qualification
-MBBS (2002),
-Postgraduate DNB (Diplomate Of National Board)
-Orthopaedics, Fellowship Upper Limb Reconstruction At Melbourne, Australia, 2010
Experience
-Over 20 years of experience
-Visiting Consultant at:
-Alexis Hospital
-Arihant Hospital
-Care Hospital
-KIMS Kingsway
Hospital
-Synergy Hospital
Related Treatment
-Knee Ligament Injury
-Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Treatment
-ACL Reconstruction Revision Treatment
-Articular Cartilage Treatment
-Ligament injuries Treatment
-Osteoarthritis Treatment & etc.
Contact Us
Address
Sunshine, Central Avenue Road C.A.road Geetanjali Chowk, opposite Hdfc bank, Nagpur, Maharashtra 440018
How To Reach Dr. Nawaid Ahmed
From Nagpur Airport
From Main Nagpur Railway Station
From Main Nagpur Bus-Stand
The Nearest Public Transport Station To Dr. Nawaid Ahmed Clinic
Nearby Bus Stop
- Gitanjali Square:
130 meters away from Dr Nawaid Ahmed Clinic - Seva Sadan Bhavan:
350 meters away from Dr Nawaid Ahmed Clinic
Nearby Metro Station
- Dosar Bhawan Metro Station:
350 meters away from Dr Nawaid Ahmed Clinic - Agrasen Metro Station:
600 meters away from Dr Nawaid Ahmed Clinic - Meyo Hospital Metro Station:
550 meters away from Dr Nawaid Ahmed Clinic
What Are Knee Cartilage Injuries
The knee joint is made up of three bones that come together: the shinbone, thighbone, and kneecap. To keep these bones safe, there are two types of cushioning tissue: articular cartilage and meniscus cartilage.
Articular cartilage
Articular cartilage acts like a shield covering the ends of the bones and the back of the kneecap. It helps the bones in your knee move smoothly without rubbing against each other. When cartilage gets injured, this protective layer gets damaged. It can happen because of sudden impacts, twisting movements, or just from regular wear and tear over time.
Meniscus cartilage
Meniscus cartilage is tough and flexible. It’s located between the thigh and shin bones on both sides of the knee. Its job is to spread out the body’s weight evenly across the knee joint, like a shock absorber. Tears in the meniscus can occur if you suddenly twist your knee or if it gets hit directly.
What Are The Symptoms Of Cartilage Damage In The Knee?
Knee cartilage injuries can cause pain and difficulty with activities like walking and running. Pain is the most common symptom, but recurring swelling of the knee is also often observed. Identifying cartilage damage as the cause of knee pain can be challenging due to various potential sources of knee discomfort.
Another significant symptom of knee cartilage injury is a sensation of catching or locking when moving the joint. This sensation can occur as the knee bends, feeling like it’s catching during motion. In more severe cases, the knee may even lock, preventing full extension of the leg.
Additional Symptoms Of Knee Cartilage Injuries May Include:
- Hearing grating or popping sounds during knee movement
- Feeling stiffness in the knee
Experiencing a limited range of motion
Noticing instability in the knee - Observing increased swelling
- Experiencing heightened knee cartilage pain when ascending or descending stairs
For comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of knee injuries, our multidisciplinary team of sports medicine doctors is available. We’ll collaborate with you to develop a personalized rehabilitation and recovery plan tailored to your needs.
Types Of Knee Cartilage Injuries
Traumatic Injury
A knee injury of a traumatic nature can cause damage to either the meniscus cartilage itself or its root, which attaches the cartilage to the bone. A sudden twist or bend can exert excessive pressure on the cartilage, resulting in a tear, while a direct impact on the knee can also lead to a torn meniscus. While athletes are commonly affected by such tears, they can also occur in the course of everyday activities.
Overuse And Arthritis
Excessive and prolonged use of the knee, whether through repetitive sports activities or everyday movements, may lead to the deterioration of cartilage tissue. Additionally, knee cartilage may gradually wear down and become rough due to arthritis, a condition commonly referred to by doctors as posttraumatic osteoarthritis.
Causes And Risk Factors Of Knee Cartilage Injuries
A knee cartilage injury may occur during any activity where there is a possibility of falling or experiencing a forceful hit with another person or object, resulting in an impact to the knee that can tear the cartilage within it.
Common causes of knee cartilage injuries include:
- Experiencing a forceful impact to the knee, such as colliding with an opponent during sports or falling onto a hard surface.
- Undergoing a traumatic twisting of the knee.
- Repeated impacts to the knee joint over time.
Sports commonly associated with knee cartilage injuries include soccer, running, football, basketball, lacrosse, and skiing.
Additionally, some cartilage injuries may stem from overuse during adolescence, leading to loose pieces of cartilage within the joint, known as osteochondritis dissecans.
Failing to allow a knee cartilage injury to heal properly can result in further damage to the knee area, including the bones. Returning to physical activity before the cartilage has fully healed can exacerbate the injury and elevate the risk of developing arthritis in the joint.
Treatment on Knee Cartilage Damage
The approach to treating knee cartilage injuries differs significantly depending on the specific type of damage, whether it involves a tear or degeneration, and the patient’s age and physical health.
After an immediate injury, physicians typically recommend rest, ice therapy, and anti-inflammatory drugs to alleviate swelling. Because cartilage lacks direct blood flow, healing may be prolonged, and certain tears may require surgical intervention for proper healing. Engaging in physical therapy and targeted stretching exercises aimed at bolstering the muscles surrounding the joint can enhance stability and facilitate rehabilitation.
Surgical Treatment On Knee Cartilage
Sometimes an orthopedic surgeon can fix damaged cartilage in your knee with a special surgery called arthroscopy. This surgery helps to relieve pain and repair the cartilage. They might even use cartilage from somewhere else in your body to fix your knee. If the damage is really bad, they might need to do a bigger surgery after the arthroscopy. It can take a long time, up to a year or more, to recover from these surgeries. Fixing problems with the meniscus, a part of your knee, is more common and can usually be done with a smaller arthroscopic surgery. They might cut away a bit of the damaged cartilage or sew it back together with special stitches and anchors.
Knee Cartilage Injury Recovery Time
The duration of recovery from knee cartilage injuries varies depending on the severity of the injury and the age of the individual involved. If surgical intervention isn’t necessary, healing typically occurs within six to eight weeks. Following meniscus repair, knee cartilage surgery generally entails a recovery period of three to four months, while recovery after articular cartilage repair can extend up to nine months on average. In more severe cases, recovery may take as long as 18 months.
As athletes resume physical activity, it’s crucial for them to attentively monitor any knee discomfort and refrain from engaging in activities that could heighten the risk of re-injury until complete healing has taken place. Gradual reintroduction to physical activity, such as swimming or using a stationary bike, may be necessary to minimize impact on the knee joint.
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Sitabuldi Market
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Raman Science Center
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