Knee injuries and knee pain are common among athletes, from football players to basketball players. At MedStar Health, our experienced surgeons provide high-quality care using physical therapy and other conservative treatment options, as well as advanced knee surgeries, when necessary. Our team performs thousands of surgeries each year, and we pride ourselves on offering the least invasive options to allow you to recover quickly from surgery and return to your active life faster. Our specialists will always encourage non-surgical options when possible and recommend surgery only when necessary.
What are the causes of knee pain?
This type of pain is a symptom of a wide range of sports injuries. Some injuries that result in pain include:
How is it diagnosed?
If you experience pain that is severe or recurring, it is important to speak with a specialist. MedStar Health is home to experts with years of experience in a wide range of knee conditions. Your initial exam with one of our physicians will likely include the following:
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Medical history evaluation – Your physician will discuss your medical history with you and any relevant prior knee problems
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Physical exam – Your doctor will evaluate the affected knee and may ask you questions about where you are feeling pain or discomfort or when the pain first began
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Imaging tests – Your orthopedist will also likely conduct imaging studies to rule out bone fractures and accurately diagnose your knee condition
What are the best treatment options?
If you are experiencing a knee injury or pain that is mild, one or more of the following conservative treatment options may be recommended:
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Ice to decrease swelling
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Pain medications
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Avoiding activities that cause pain in the knee
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Anti-inflammatory medications to reduce swelling
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Physical therapy
If conservative treatments are unsuccessful, or if your condition is severe or recurring, our physicians at MedStar Health may recommend one of the following treatment options:
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Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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Evan Henry Argintar, MD
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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Emmanuel Asare O Atiemo, MD
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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Emily T Cha, MD
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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Leigh Ann Curl, MD
Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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James C. Dreese, MD
Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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Allison Liefeld Fillar, MD
Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery
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Jason Wilson Hammond, MD
Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery
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Daniel Mark Hampton, MD
Sports Medicine, Ankle Orthopedic Surgery, Shoulder Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Knee Orthopedic Surgery, Hip And Knee Orthopedic Surgery, Hip Orthopedic Surgery & Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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Richard Yarborough Hinton, MD
Pediatric Sports Medicine, Shoulder Orthopedic Surgery, Knee Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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John Anthony Kuri, MD
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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Christopher Alan Looze, MD
Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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Milford H Marchant, MD
Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Sports Medicine & Sports Medicine
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Carter Wallace Mitchell, MD
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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Ryan S. Murray, MD
Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Pediatric Sports Medicine & Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
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Kenneth Benjamin Tepper, MD
Orthopedic Sports Medicine & Sports Medicine
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Melissa Ann Yadao, MD
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
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Brock William Adams, MD
Orthopedic Surgery & Orthopedic Oncology
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Farhang Alaee, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
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Allison Liefeld Fillar, MD
Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery
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David Larry Gold, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
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Jason Wilson Hammond, MD
Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery
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Jessica B Hawken, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
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Curtis Mitchell Henn, MD
Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery
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Jeffrey D. Sabloff, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
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Colleen Bauk Balkam, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
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Daniel John Bauk, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
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Ira Dean Gelb, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
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Charles Francis Mess, Jr., MD
Orthopedic Surgery
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Charles Francis Mess, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
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Denis P O'Brien, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
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David T. Streets, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
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Bo Zhang, MD
Orthopedic Surgery