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Synovitis left knee
My mother has osteoarthritis in her left knee along with synovitis and swelling. Should we go ahead with an MRI? What are the available treatment options, and how can we manage the condition to prevent it from worsening without invasive procedures?” Also loose bodies something to worry about. Attached X-ray report
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MRI not needed, go ahead for knee replacement surgery at this age
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Needs evaluation. Avoid painful movements
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Physiotherapy Walking for 30 mins Consult for further treatment
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This treatment is being suggested   on bases of the information provided.  However I would like to examine & investigate your mother   in detail. -Control  Hypertension, Diabetes or  metabolic disorder, if there is any.  -Any way it may be tried, --. Dolokind Plus (Mankind) [Aceclofenac100 mg +Paracetamol 350 mg] 1 tab. OD & SOS. X 5 days. --. Caldikind plus  (Mankind) 1 tab OD x 10 days. -(You may need help of your local doctor to get these medicines.) --. Fomentation with warm water. Let the part not be exposed to cold. --. Sleep on a hard bed with soft bedding. --. Keep a pillow under the knees. --. Avoid painful acts & activities. -- .Do mild exercises for the lower limbs. --.(Take help of physiotherapist or you can visit my you tube channel 'Dr NC Gupta'.)   & see  'me and my yoga'; & 'yoga simplified'. Kindly subscribe to the channel to get notifications for further new information of your interest.  --Do not ignore, let it not become beginning of a major problem. --Do ask for a detailed treatment plan. Kindly make sure, there is no allergy to any of these medicines. --For emergency treatment visit nearest hospital. --Wish your mother a quick recovery & good health. --I hope, I have solved your problem to your satisfaction.   Dr N C Gupta MS (ortho) DMC 3624  
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Do Physiotherapy Use Hinge Knee Brace Avoid Stairs Avoid Squating Position And Crossed Leg Sitting Any kind of painkiller
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If No Relief in Symptoms Need Surgery (TKR)
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Surgical treatment
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