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23 years
My knee aches and makes a weird sound sometimes! It hurts when seated and want to to stand up and vice versa; so mainly when I bend it. What is it?
Jul 31, 2014

Dr. Rania Mousa General Medicine
Cracking or popping of the knee when it isn’t associated with pain or swelling is quite normal with no concern but if it is accompanied with pain
Knee pain can be caused by a sudden injury, an overuse injury, or by an underlying condition, such as arthritis,osteoarthritis,Meniscus tears....
Treatment will vary depending on the cause. Symptoms of knee injury can include pain, swelling, and stiffness.
Treatments for knee pain are as varied as the conditions that can cause the pain They include medication,physical therapy,injections,surgery ,.....
So depending on the cause ,the treatment will be .
Treatment involves exercising and maintaining a healthy weight losing weight could treat the problem, caring for and resting the affected joint, limiting weight-bearing activities, medications for pain(panadol or ibuprofen if no contraindication), and surgery in rare cases. Complementary treatments — such as acupuncture and massage — also may be helpful.
If the condition is osteoporosis ,a healthy lifestyle, including weight-bearing exercise, such as walking, and eating a well-balanced diet rich in calcium and vitamin D , including supplements if needed ,are the best ways to address this condition,Limiting weight-bearing activities
The doctor can check and diagnose the case and give the suitable treatment.
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