Caring for Knee Osteoarthritis

Knee osteoarthritis develops as joint cartilage wears with age and use. Bone surfaces rub together, causing pain, stiffness, and limited movement.

Symptoms: knee pain especially when walking, climbing stairs, or squatting; creaking sounds with movement; stiffness after waking or sitting still; possible swelling or joint deformity.

Self-care: keep weight in a healthy range; prefer low-impact exercise such as swimming or cycling; avoid prolonged cross-legged sitting, kneeling postures, or deep squatting.

PRP uses your own platelet-rich plasma to stimulate tissue repair. Shockwave eases chronic pain. Physiotherapy strengthens muscles around the joint.

PNC assesses disease stage and designs an appropriate plan, reducing reliance on pain medication where possible.