Common problems and symptoms
- Persistent knee pain affecting walking, stairs or sleep
- Instability or giving-way after injury
- Locking, catching or inability to fully straighten
- Advanced arthritis with stiffness and deformity
When to see an orthopaedic specialist
Consider a knee surgery consultation when pain, instability or stiffness limits daily life, when an injury has not recovered with conservative care, or when arthritis is progressing and non-surgical options are no longer adequate.
Diagnosis and evaluation
Knee conditions are assessed with examination, X-rays for bone and joint space, and MRI for soft-tissue detail. The diagnosis determines whether arthroscopy, reconstruction or replacement is appropriate.
Treatment options
Non-surgical care
- Physiotherapy, strengthening and weight management
- Medications and activity modification
- Bracing and injections in selected cases
Surgical treatment
- Knee arthroscopy for meniscus and cartilage
- ACL and multi-ligament reconstruction
- Partial (unicompartmental) knee replacement
- Total knee replacement
Recovery and rehabilitation
Recovery depends on the procedure: arthroscopy is typically faster, ligament reconstruction follows a months-long phased programme, and knee replacement involves structured inpatient rehabilitation followed by progressive mobilisation over several months.
Orthopaedic care in Dibrugarh, Assam
Patients in Dibrugarh and Assam can access the full range of knee surgery locally, from keyhole procedures to replacement, with rehabilitation close to home.