A diagnosis of knee arthritis can feel like the start of a difficult road — but surgery is rarely the first step. For many patients, a combination of non-surgical treatments can meaningfully reduce pain, improve movement, and delay or even avoid the need for joint replacement altogether.Here's what those options look like, and how to know when it's time to explore them further.Understanding knee arthritisOsteoarthritis is the most common form of knee arthritis. It develops as the protective c...

It’s one of the most common things people say when they finally come to see me: “I just thought it was my age.” And while some wear and tear is a natural part of life, significant knee pain is not something you simply have to put up with. Knowing the difference could mean the difference between managing pain for years unnecessarily — and getting back to the life you want.Here are five signs your knee pain deserves a closer look.1. The pain is disrupting your sleepOccasional soreness a...