Knee Pain Specialist in Dallas and Arlington 

When it comes to joint pain, the most common complaint we treat is related to the knee. The knee joint is fundamental for our capability to move. Its main purpose is to bend and straighten, twist and rotate. While the knee relies on several bones, ligaments, tendons, and cartilage to perform, the knee joint is often prone to injury. The most common cause of joint pain is osteoarthritis, a degenerative disease that wears away the surface of the joint. The most common symptoms of osteoarthritis include pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joint. This condition also greatly decreases range of motion and causes inflammation that can be seen on the skin around the joint. Patients with arthritis usually report feeling the worst symptoms in the morning. In the case of rheumatoid arthritis, a patient may feel a loss of appetite due to the inflammation by way of the immune system. Severe rheumatoid arthritis also causes joint deformity and hand in hand with anemia by decreasing the red blood cell count.

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (also known as Runner’s Knee) consists of pain at the front of the knee around the kneecap (patella). This condition most commonly affects athletes who participate in running and jumping sports.

The pain often increases in intensity when running, walking up or down stairs, sitting for long periods of time, or squatting. Simple treatments — such as rest and icing the knee — can help, but in some cases patients may require physical therapy to ease the patellofemoral pain.

Why Treat Knee Pain

Often times we find knee pain is the common denominator patients have when explaining pain in other areas of the body. Our pain management specialists understand that knee pain can impact other areas of the body, which is why our team is up to date with the latest medical advances in treating knee pain.

Knee Pain Facts

• Knee pain can be localized to a specific area of the knee
• Knee pain usually results in restricted mobility
• A thorough exam of the knee will usually establish the source of pain
• Pain management can offer non-surgical solutions for treating the pain

Non-Surgical Treatments for Knee Pain

Steroid Injections

Steroidal medication injected into a painful joint space can help soothe pain in arthritic joints. Injecting corticosteroids into an arthritic joint will not provide permanent relief on its own,  it can dramatically reduce inflammation and pain. The effects can last anywhere between 1 week to 1 year. Injections for joint pain are usually one of the steps taken before resorting to surgery. In some patients, steroid injections can reduce pain to the point where patients are able to participate in Physical Therapy, which in turn can strengthen the surrounding muscles and eliminate the need for further treatment. There are treatments available, non-surgical, and not steroid injection, that are regenerative and solutions to keep you away from surgery. schedule an appointment and ask our providers how we can help.

Physical Therapy

Physical therapists diagnose and treat patients with medical problems or injuries that limit their ability to take part in their daily lives. Patients will usually see a physical therapist after a referral by their primary physician. Physical therapists work with patients who have experienced an injury or disease that has affected their movement and range of motion.

At Nextgen Pain & Injury Clinic, our team of licensed physical therapists and rehabilitation experts will focus on your total health and wellness. Regardless of the cause or source of your pain, we will develop a treatment plan with your unique issues in mind.

Our treatment philosophy emphasizes evidence-based manual and therapeutic exercise techniques that are tailored toward efficiently returning patients, athletes, and employees to their pre-injury status. We treat orthopedic and sports injuries, provide spinal rehabilitation, post-surgical rehabilitation, and industrial rehabilitation. Personalized physical therapy is used to treat a variety of conditions.

• Chronic and acute medical problems
• Knee pain
• Back pain
• Leg Pain
• Ankle pain
• Sports injuries
• Musculoskeletal injuries
• Chronic medical problems
• Neurological conditions such as spinal cord injuries

Schedule an Appointment

Our knee pain specialists are accepting new patients. To schedule an appointment, call us at 972-382-9992.