Therapy | Pain in the calf and in the hollow of the knee

Therapy

The therapy varies with the underlying problem. In case of slight irritations and inflammations, rest and protection are often the means of choice. Injuries of the menisci, collateral ligaments or cruciate ligaments can be treated surgically or conservatively.

Minor operations on the knee joint can nowadays be performed with the help of arthroscopy. The treatment options for arthroscopy are developing rapidly. However, this therapeutic method depends very much on the skill of the physician.In case of advanced arthrosis of the knee joint with severe pain during movement, a knee prosthesis must be considered. This is a complete surgical replacement of the joint.

Duration

The duration of the symptoms depends on the success of the treatment. Slight irritations can become painless in just a few days. However, it is important to take care of the knee for several days or weeks.

After a successful operation, the knee can be free of pain within a few weeks. Even after a knee prosthesis, the load and mobility in the knee are increased after a few weeks. Even if the prosthesis is the best treatment option for arthrosis, for example, complete freedom from symptoms is never guaranteed.