Do you wake up feeling stiff? Does your knee hurt when you walk? Does your shoulder hurt when you lift your arm? You are not alone. Many people have knee pain and shoulder pain at the same time.
Sometimes, a bad knee can actually cause your shoulder to hurt! It sounds strange, but your body is all connected like a chain. If one part is broken, the other parts have to work harder.
At Arthroscopy College, we help people just like you get back to sports, running, and a pain-free life without staying in bed for months. Dr. Manu Bora uses the newest treatments to heal you fast.
What Is the Knee Joint?
Think of your knee like a door hinge, but much stronger. It joins your thigh bone (femur) to your shin bone (tibia).
- Cartilage: This is a smooth coating that helps bones slide.
- Meniscus: Two rubbery pads that act like cushions.
- Ligaments: Ropes that hold the knee together (like the ACL).
When these parts get hurt, you feel pain.
What Is the Shoulder Joint?
Your shoulder is a “ball-and-socket” joint. It lets you move your arm in almost a full circle. But because it moves so much, it can get hurt easily.
- Rotator Cuff: A group of muscles that keeps your arm in the socket.
- Labrum: A rubbery rim that deepens the socket.
If your shoulder hurts, brushing your hair or putting on a shirt can feel impossible.
Can Knee Pain Cause Shoulder Pain?
Yes, it can!
This is what doctors call the “Kinetic Chain.” Imagine your body is a tall tower of blocks. If the bottom block (your knee) is crooked, the top block (your shoulder) will lean too.
- Walking Funny: If your knee hurts, you limp.
- Twisted Spine: Limping makes your back twist.
- Shoulder Strain: Your shoulder muscles pull tight to keep you balanced.
- Result: You get knee pain and shoulder pain together!
Dr. Manu Bora’s Tip: “Never ignore knee pain. If you walk wrong for too long, your back and shoulders will start to pay the price.”
Top Causes of Knee Pain
Why does your knee hurt? Here are the most common reasons we see at Arthroscopy College:
1. Arthritis (Osteoarthritis)
This is when the smooth cushion (cartilage) in your knee wears away. It’s like tires on a car going bald. Bone rubs on bone, and it hurts a lot.
2. ACL Tear (Sports Injury)
The ACL is a main rope inside your knee. If you twist your leg too fast playing soccer or cricket, it can snap.
- Solution: We use Fiber Tape Internal Bracing to fix this. It is stronger and lets you walk the next day!
3. Meniscus Tear
If you squat or twist, the cushion in your knee can tear. This causes clicking or locking sounds.
Top Causes of Shoulder Pain
1. Frozen Shoulder
Does your shoulder feel stuck? Like it is frozen in ice? This happens when the tissue around the joint gets too tight. It can take months to go away if you don’t treat it.
2. Rotator Cuff Tear
This is a tear in the muscles that lift your arm. It usually happens to people over 40 or athletes who throw balls.
3. Shoulder Impingement
This feels like a pinch when you lift your hand. It happens when bones rub against tendons.
How Do We Know What Is Wrong? (Diagnosis)
At Arthroscopy College, we don’t just guess. We look inside your body to find the exact problem.
- Physical Check: Dr. Manu Bora will move your arm and leg to see where it hurts.
- X-Ray: Shows us your bones. Good for seeing arthritis.
MRI Scan: The best way to see soft parts like the ACL or Rotator Cuff.
Best Treatments for Knee and Shoulder Pain
We believe in fixing the problem, not just hiding the pain with pills.
1. The R.I.C.E Method (First Aid)
- Rest: Stop moving the painful part.
- Ice: Put an ice pack on it to stop swelling.
- Compression: Wrap it in a bandage.
- Elevation: Keep it high up.
2. Physical Therapy (Exercise)
Moving is medicine! Our experts teach you special exercises to make your muscles strong. Strong muscles protect your joints.
- For Knees: We strengthen your thighs (quads).
- For Shoulders: We strengthen your back and arm muscles.
3. Advanced Surgery (Arthroscopy)
If exercise doesn’t work, you might need a small surgery.
- What is Arthroscopy? It is “Keyhole Surgery.” We make a tiny hole (like a pinprick) and use a camera to fix the damage inside.
- Why choose us? Dr. Manu Bora uses all-inside techniques with Fiber Tape. This means no big cuts, less pain, and you go home very fast.
Prevention: How to Stop the Pain Before It Starts
- Fix Your Posture: Don’t slouch! Sit tall.
- Warm Up: Always stretch before you play sports.
- Wear Good Shoes: Bad shoes hurt your knees.
- Stay Active: Sitting all day makes joints stiff.
Why Choose Arthroscopy College?
We are not just a clinic; we are experts in the future of healing.
- Expert Doctor: Dr. Manu Bora is a world-class expert in sports injury.
- Fast Recovery: Our patients often walk without support the very next day after ACL surgery.
- Modern Tech: We use the best tools in the world to ensure 100% success.
Ready to live without pain? Don’t wait until it gets worse.
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