Knee Pain & Injuries

Overview

Knee pain is one of the most prevalent musculoskeletal complaints, affecting people of all ages and activity levels. The knee is a complex joint involving bones, cartilage, ligaments, tendons, and bursa — any of which can become a source of acute or chronic pain. Common conditions include osteoarthritis, ligament injuries, meniscus tears, patellar tendinitis, and bursitis, each requiring a tailored treatment approach.

Common Symptoms

•Pain at the front, inner, or outer aspect of the knee

•Swelling or warmth around the joint

•Stiffness that limits bending or straightening the knee

•A locking, catching, or giving-way sensation

•Pain that worsens when climbing stairs, squatting, or sitting for extended periods

•Tenderness along the joint line or below the kneecap

Common Causes

•Osteoarthritis and cartilage degeneration

•Meniscus tears from twisting or impact injuries

•Ligament sprains or tears (ACL, MCL, PCL)

•Patellar tendinitis from repetitive jumping or running

•Pes anserine or prepatellar bursitis

•Prior knee injuries or surgical history leading to chronic pain

Who May Benefit from Treatment

Adults dealing with persistent knee pain — whether from a sports injury, accident, progressive arthritis, or unexplained onset — who want effective non-surgical relief and functional improvement are ideal candidates for Echo PMR's knee pain program. Patients who have had knee surgery and continue to experience pain are also welcome.

Treatment Options at Echo PMR

•Intra-articular corticosteroid injections for rapid reduction of knee inflammation

•Hyaluronic acid (viscosupplementation) injections for osteoarthritis-related joint degeneration

•Genicular nerve blocks to precisely diagnose and treat chronic knee pain

•Genicular nerve RFA for long-lasting relief in patients with chronic osteoarthritic knee pain

•Trigger point injections for surrounding muscular pain contributors

•Physical therapy to improve quadriceps strength, alignment, and joint stability

Recovery Expectations

Patients often experience meaningful reduction in knee pain within days to weeks of beginning treatment, with injections providing relief that can last several months. Genicular nerve RFA offers longer-lasting results — typically six months to over a year — for carefully selected patients. Combining interventional treatment with a dedicated physical therapy program produces the best long-term functional outcomes.

When to Seek Care

Contact Echo PMR if knee pain is limiting your ability to walk, work, or enjoy daily activities, or if you are relying heavily on over-the-counter pain medications without lasting relief. A specialist evaluation can identify the precise pain source and create a treatment plan that addresses it directly.