Dr. Ahmed Al-Shal provides effective solutions to complex health problems such as knee osteoarthritis, a common but painful health problem that greatly affects patients’ quality of life.
In this content, we explore how Dr. Ahmed Al-Shal diagnoses and treats knee osteoarthritis, using the latest medical methods and techniques.
Knee osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis is a condition resulting from the erosion of the cartilage that covers the ends of bones in the joint, leading to pain, stiffness, and difficulty moving.
This condition usually affects people as they age, but it can also affect younger people due to factors such as injuries or overuse of the joints.
Symptoms include:
Pain in the knee, especially when moving.
Swelling and stiffness in the joint.
Reduced range of motion.
Popping sound when moving the knee.
Causes include
Aging.
Overuse of the joint.
Previous injuries.
Genetic factors.
Excess weight.
Diagnosis
Dr. Ahmed Al-Shal uses a range of the latest techniques to accurately diagnose knee osteoarthritis, including:
Physical examination: Evaluates the condition of the knee by examining it carefully to determine the sources of pain and any swelling or deformities.
X-rays: Helps detect the extent of cartilage wear and joint changes.
MRI: Provides a more detailed picture of the soft tissues around the knee.
Laboratory tests: May be used to rule out other causes of pain such as rheumatoid arthritis.
Treatment:
- Stem Cell Injection
- Plasma Injection
- Radiofrequency
A sample of stem cells is taken from the patient’s bone marrow. These cells are grown in the laboratory and mixed with specific chemicals before being re-injected into the patient’s knee using micro-imaging techniques.
Benefits:
Re-growth of damaged cartilage cells.
Treatment of arthritis.
Enhancing the natural repair of damaged cells.
A blood sample is drawn from the patient and processed to separate platelet-rich plasma.
This plasma contains growth factors that help in tissue regeneration.
Benefits:
Accelerating the healing process.
Improving the tissue’s ability to regenerate.
Special radiofrequency needles are inserted near the nerves responsible for pain, using interventional radiology techniques to accurately locate them.
Benefits:
Significantly relieve pain.
Improving quality of life by reducing dependence on painkillers.
To learn more about the best solutions and techniques used in treating knee osteoarthritis, you can visit us at Dr. Ahmed Al-Shal’s clinic, PhD in non-surgical pain treatment