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Knee Pain SmartSite
Sample Patient Information Handout
Quick Facts About Knee Pain Treatment at [Insert Hospital Name]
At [Hospital Name], our knee pain program is focused on helping people determine the best treatment
approach to solving joint stiffness, discomfort and loss of mobility using modern treatments that range
from self-care to physical therapy to surgery. Our orthopedic team of highly trained medical
professionals will recommend a treatment plan that works best for you, including (but not limited to)
the safest and most effective knee surgery procedures.
Our comprehensive, multi-disciplinary knee pain treatment program includes:
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Medical and surgical evaluations, including x-rays and other diagnostic imaging services
Physical therapy, pain-reducing medicines and injections
Minimally invasive arthroscopy for meniscus repairs or transplant
Ligament (ACL) and tendon repairs
Knee replacement surgery
Partial knee replacement surgery
Although knee pain is a common condition (about 14 million visits to the doctor a year are for knee
problems), there are several effective techniques you can try before considering surgery. The goal for
you is to get your knee to be as pain-free and functional as possible.
Is Surgery Right For You?
Your doctor may suggest other treatments first, including specific exercises and stretching, physical
therapy and certain medications. If those are unsuccessful, you may benefit from knee surgery if:
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Knee pain limits your everyday activities, such as walking or bending
Knee pain continues while resting, either day or night
Stiffness in a knee limits your ability to move or lift your leg
Learn More About the Prevention and Treatment of Knee Pain
Our Knee Pain SmartSite at [insert URL] provides additional information about the causes of knee pain
and treatment options, as well as resources and tools to help you manage your care. These include:
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Free, private online assessments [insert Knee Pain SmartSite URL] that provide you with a
customized report of treatment options based on your unique needs.
Information about the physicians, therapists and other experts that specialize in knee pain
treatment at [hospital name], and help to make appointments for evaluations and treatments.
A schedule of our free knee pain management seminars.
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Support groups and patients willing to share their stories about managing knee pain.
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