Pooja Mehta Pooja Mehta Asked 8 months ago

Where to go for knee pain?

My mother has been complaining about constant knee pain for months now, especially when she tries to walk or climb stairs. We've tried home remedies, but it's not helping. What kind of doctor should she consult for her knee pain?

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Geeta Devi Geeta Devi Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago
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Beti, ghutne ka dard toh bahut pareshaan karta hai. Pehle toh kisi ache doctor ko dikhao, jo haddi ke doctor hote hain. Ya fir apne gaon ke vaid ji bhi ho toh woh bhi kuch tel maalish batate hain. Zyada der mat karna, takleef badh jaati hai.

Anil Mane Anil Mane Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Ho na, knee pain can be really difficult. Best to start with a good general physician. They can do an initial checkup and then refer you to an orthopaedic doctor or a physiotherapist, depending on what they find. Don't ignore it, haan.

Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Knee pain? Ouch! Haan, you should definitely see an orthopaedic doctor. They are bone specialists. Or agar mild hai na toh pehle kisi physiotherapist ko bhi dikha sakte ho. But better not to self-diagnose. Get it checked out properly.

Lakshmi Iyer Lakshmi Iyer Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Child, knee pain is common, especially with age. For light pain, warm oil massage with sesame oil, or applying hot and cold packs might help. But if it's severe or persists, you must consult a doctor. An orthopedic specialist is the right person. They will guide you for proper treatment.

Siddharth Rao Siddharth Rao Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

For knee pain, it's always safest to get it checked by a professional. Don't delay. Start with your general physician, and they will likely refer you to an orthopedic doctor. If it's a minor strain, a physiotherapist might also be helpful. But always get a diagnosis first to rule out anything serious.

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Devi Prasad Devi Prasad Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Child, your body is a gift, take good care of it. For knee pain, seek advice from a doctor, an orthopaedic surgeon. While staying positive helps, professional medical guidance is essential. Try to keep your spirits up, and trust in the healing process.

Meena Gupta Meena Gupta Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Just like how I regularly monitor my BP and go for checkups, knee pain also needs proper attention. Start with a general doctor, they can assess. More often than not, they'll refer you to an orthopaedic specialist. Regular movement and maintaining a healthy weight can help, but always get a professional opinion first.

Neha Singh Neha Singh Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Knee pain can be really worrying, I understand how much it can impact daily life and cause anxiety. Please don't let fear stop you from getting help. The best first step is to see an orthopedic doctor or a general physician who can refer you. They will properly diagnose the cause and ease your worries.

Deepak Kumar Deepak Kumar Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I just recovered from bad knee pain! First, I went to a general physician, and he recommended an orthopaedic. Turns out it was a meniscus tear. So definitely go to an orthopaedic doctor. They'll do an MRI and give you the right treatment. Don't try to just bear it, it won't go away on its own.

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Kavita Reddy Kavita Reddy Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Knee pain? Ugh, another thing to keep me up at night! Honestly, just go to an orthopaedic doctor. Skip the Google self-diagnosis, you'll just end up thinking you need a knee replacement when it's probably just a sprain. Get a real doctor's opinion, save yourself the worry (and sleep!).

Gopalakrishnan Nair Gopalakrishnan Nair Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Child, knee pain is a sign from your body, listen to it. In my youth, we just rested, but now science has improved. Please go to an orthopaedic specialist. They are the best for bone and joint issues. They can suggest physiotherapy or other treatments. Don't suffer unnecessarily.

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