Hi Nidhi I am 65 with good health and I trek 3-4 times in a year, had an accident about 15 years back where my right knee ligament broke. I did not go for surgery and strengthened my other muscles with a very good physiotherapist. Since 5-6 months I sometimes get pain in the front part of my left knee and since 5-6 days back of my knee has started paining sometimes. Please advise. Thank you

Ans: Knee joint takes the brunt of once weight wrongly dispersed
This could be due to flat feet or overweight/Obesity.
Working out a, solution to reduce weight if you are overweight, proper foot wear if you have flat feet and also work on your lower back.

Ans: Hi Santosh,
The only permanent solution to a knee pain is doing knee exercises everyday. You can start with strengthening exercises for quadriceps and hamstrings muscle

Ans: Dear Mr. Dilip Kumar . Thank you for your query. It sounds like you are experiencing intermittent knee pain that worsens after walking about 100 meters, intensifies for the next few hundred meters, and then gradually subsides as you continue. Pain associated with walking in the knee can occur for various reasons, and without knowing your age and medical history, it's essential to consider a few common possibilities. It could be due to osteoarthritis, especially in older adults, where the wear and tear of knee joint cartilage causes pain that may decrease after warming up. Another possibility is patellar tendinitis, involving inflammation of the tendon connecting the kneecap to the shinbone, which causes pain during walking. Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) might also be a factor, especially if the pain is on the outside of the knee. In some cases, pain that starts with walking and improves gradually could point to vascular issues, such as claudication, or a past meniscal injury or ligament strain affecting the knee's stability.

Given the variety of potential causes, it’s crucial to consult with a physiotherapist for a thorough assessment. They can perform a detailed physical examination, recommend appropriate imaging if necessary, and develop a targeted plan for managing the pain. This will help you address the root cause and ensure a quicker and safer recovery.

Ans: Thank you for your query. It sounds like your knee pain occurs primarily at a specific spot when stepping, which can often be due to localized issues like tendon strain, ligament irritation, or cartilage sensitivity. Consulting a physiotherapist would be beneficial, as they can assess the exact location and cause of your pain. They’ll also provide targeted exercises and possible therapies to manage the discomfort and strengthen your knee in a way that supports pain-free movement. Wishing you quick recovery.