Knee Pain

About Knee Pain

Knee pain can be caused by a variety of conditions and can affect patients of all ages. Knee pain may be the result of an injury, such as a ruptured ligament or torn cartilage or a medical condition such as arthritis, gout or an infection. It can range from subtle to severe and can affect how you are able to going about daily activities. At UT Health Austin, our knee pain specialists recognize that knee pain can often times cause major disruptions to your daily life and prevent you from doing the thing you like to do. Our goal is help you manage and prevent your pain by assessing the underlying causes and developing a customized care plan for your condition.

Treating Knee Pain at UT Health Austin

Understanding the cause of your knee pain will help our team work with you to customize a treatment plan that addresses your needs and goals. To determine what may be causing knee pain, your care team may conduct a physical exam to assess range of motion, stability and muscle strength. In many cases, diagnostic testing such as x-rays will also be done to help the care team better evaluate your condition. Upon proper determination of your knee pain, your care team works with you to develop a personalized treatment plan to address your pain. With your specific goals in mind, your treatment plan may include lifestyle modifications such as weight loss and exercise, over the counter NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs), physical therapy, braces or walking aids. In some cases, prescription medications, injections or surgery may be the best course of action. Regardless of your treatment, your care team will work with you to understand the risk and benefits and what you can expect throughout your recovery.

Care Team Approach

At UT Health Austin, we take a multidisciplinary approach to your care. This means you will benefit from the expertise of multiple specialists across a variety of disciplines caring for you in one place to avoid having to schedule multiple appointments with providers at locations all over the city. The Musculoskeletal Institute care team includes orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine physicians, physician assistants, physical therapists, physiatrists, chiropractors, nurse practitioners, dietitians, social workers, and more who work together to help you get back to the things in your life that matter most to you.

We collaborate with our colleagues at the Dell Medical School and The University of Texas at Austin to utilize the latest research, diagnostic, and treatment techniques, allowing us to customize a treatment plan specific to you. Treatment may include nonsurgical interventions, such as lifestyle modifications, physical therapy, or medication and injections, or surgery may be the best course of action to help improve your pain and function. Advanced imaging and lab testing are also available on-site if needed.

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