Knee and Leg Pain Relief in McAllen – 911 Pain Management
Common Causes of Knee and Leg Injury/Pain
Knee and leg injuries are common and may result from various causes. We offer treatment and pain management if you suffer any of the following conditions:
Neurological Disorders
Neuropathy, sciatica, and other nerve-related conditions can cause burning, tingling, numbness, weakness, or sharp pain throughout the leg. These symptoms may result from diabetes, injury, or pressure on a spinal nerve.
Muscle and Tendon Injuries
Overuse, falls, or sudden movements can tear or strain the muscles and tendons in the leg, leading to swelling, weakness, and pain. Common in athletes or after physical labor.
Knee Ligament Injuries
ACL, PCL, MCL, or LCL tears can cause knee instability, swelling, and sharp pain. These are common in athletes or people who twist or hyperextend the knee suddenly.
Meniscus and Cartilage Damage
A torn meniscus or damaged cartilage can cause catching, popping, locking, stiffness, and pain in the knee. These injuries may result from sudden movement or gradual wear over time.
Arthritis and Joint Damage
Osteoarthritis, inflammation, fractures, and other joint or bone conditions can lead to chronic pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility in the knee or leg.
Overuse and Acute Trauma
Repetitive activity, prolonged strain, falls, direct blows, or sudden twisting movements can injure the knee or leg. Symptoms may appear immediately or worsen gradually with continued activity.
Treatment Options for Knee and Leg Pain Relief
Discover how we can help alleviate your knee and leg pain through safe and effective treatment options.
Non-narcotic medication management may help reduce knee and leg pain caused by inflammation, injury, joint conditions, or irritated nerves. Our pain management team can help determine which medications may best support pain relief, mobility, and daily function as part of a personalized treatment plan.
Trigger point injections are used to relax tight, painful knots in the muscles surrounding the knee or elsewhere in the leg that do not release on their own. These injections may provide rapid pain relief and can be administered at multiple treatment sites during the same visit when appropriate.
A nerve block is an injection used to numb a specific nerve or group of nerves. It may be used to reduce knee or leg pain and can also help identify which nerves are carrying the pain signals, allowing for a more targeted treatment approach.
An epidural steroid injection delivers anti-inflammatory medication into the space surrounding the spinal nerves. This treatment may help relieve knee pain that is referred from an irritated or compressed nerve in the lower back by reducing inflammation and pressure around the nerve. X-ray guidance is used to support precise placement.