Many individuals experience knee injuries at some point in their lives. Whether from playing sports, engaging in repetitive motions at the workplace, or simply going about our daily routines, knee injuries are a common occurrence. If you recently injured your knee or are experiencing any type of knee pain, the sports medicine physicians at North Carolina Orthopaedic Clinic in Durham can help. Our team of orthopedic surgeons is highly experienced in diagnosing and treating the various conditions that can affect the knee.
Common Knee Conditions We Diagnose
Whether you’ve had mild knee pain for years or recently endured a knee injury, it’s important to consult with a physician to determine the cause of your pain so that it can be addressed appropriately. You should also meet with a physician if you have limited range of motion or notice any swelling in the knee area. These symptoms commonly occur as a result of:
- Bone fractures in or near the knee
- Meniscus injuries and other cartilage tears
- Tendon tears, including patellar and quadriceps tears
- Ligament injuries, including ACL, MCL, and PCL tears
Knee Injury Treatment Options at North Carolina Orthopaedic Clinic
At North Carolina Orthopaedic Clinic, we offer a wide range of treatment options that are suitable for all of these knee conditions and many others. For mild knee injuries, conservative treatments such as bracing, rest, pain medications, and physical therapy may be sufficient. For more advanced cases, we also offer:
- Total knee replacement
- Total and unicondylar knee arthroplasty
- ACL, LCL, and PCL reconstruction
- Meniscal repair and reconstruction
- Cartilage reconstruction with allograft
- Knee arthroscopy
- Osteochondral autograft transfer system (OATS)
- And other procedures
The sports medicine physicians at North Carolina Orthopaedic Clinic can help you understand the different procedures available and determine which treatment option is best for you. For treatment for knee injuries, the place to turn to in Durham is North Carolina Orthopaedic Clinic. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.