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How Can Osteoarthritis In The Knee Joints Be Treated?

Yes. I have advance osteoarthritis in my knee joints. I cannot handle pain medications, or anesthesia. Total knee joint replacement is out of the question for me. I cannot take anti inflammatory medication, because it has started to affect my function of my kidneys. I am told that at age 79, I am too old for the new break through in the treatment of my osteoarthritis. What is your advice?
Wed, 5 Dec 2018
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Hello,

You can try prednisone injections and hyaluronic acid Injections at the knee joint. Also, I can recommend microtomy a microsurgery type of articulation. You can consult an orthopaedic surgeon about it.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Olgeta Xhufka,
General & Family Physician
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How Can Osteoarthritis In The Knee Joints Be Treated?

Hello, You can try prednisone injections and hyaluronic acid Injections at the knee joint. Also, I can recommend microtomy a microsurgery type of articulation. You can consult an orthopaedic surgeon about it. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Olgeta Xhufka, General & Family Physician