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Swelling and pain in leg joints

2017-09-24 13:59:33
My mother is aged 55+ and is suffering from joint pains since 2010 .She had visited many doctors but her problem is only growing.She can barely walk .Her joints keep on paining and there is swelling on it.
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As i can understand from her history , she may have Osteoarthritis of Both her knees which is leading to the Disability . One should get an Xray done and start her on Collagen supplements along with other Nutraceuticals . Also Physiotherapy should her , but ultimately she may require surgery.Kindly consult a specialist
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Xray and Physiotherapy

Answered2017-09-27 06:46:48

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