Many people hear their knees making noise as they go up stairs, squat down or stand up. Most of the time it is benign but sometimes it is a sign of a problem. An orthopedic doctor in Indore can help you distinguish.
Common benign causes
- Gas bubbles flowing in the joint fluid
- tendons or ligaments moving over bony surfaces
- Normal changes in the joint with aging
Generally, clicking without pain, swelling or instability is not a worry.
When Clicking Can Be a Warning Sign
If clicking has: Is worth paying attention to.
- Swelling Pain
- Locking or jamming
- the feeling the knee gives in
- Decreased Movement
- Injury-related onset
Possible Reasons
- Meniscus injuries
- Cartilage damage, or early arthritis
- Kneecap tracking issues
- Injuries to ligaments
- inflamed tendons or lining of the joint
Diagnosed
The doctor will examine your knee and may request x-rays or an MRI to try to determine the cause.
Treatment.
In many cases, physical activity, strengthening exercises, changes in activity and medication help. If a structural issue such as a torn meniscus is found and symptoms persist, an orthopedic surgeon in Indore could recommend arthroscopic treatment.
What you can do
- Strengthen the quad and hamstring.
- Keep your weight in check
- Warm up before you workout
- If deep squatting causes pain, avoid doing it repeatedly.
- Footwear giving support
Clicking on its own is not generally dangerous, but clicking with pain or swelling should be investigated. If your symptoms in your knee persist or worsen, make an appointment.
