Orthopaedics
Healthy Knees & Joint Care: When Should You Consult an Orthopaedic Specialist?
Dr. C. Lalhmingliana
Chief Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
6 min read•19 June 2026
Walking up and down the steep staircases and inclines characteristic of Aizawl places substantial load on weight-bearing joints — specifically knees and hips. Over time, cartilage wear can lead to osteoarthritis, causing stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility.
The good news is that early intervention offers many non-surgical pathways: quadriceps strengthening, targeted physiotherapy, ergonomic modifications, and weight management. When conservative therapies no longer provide comfort, modern minimally invasive knee replacement offers outstanding long-term relief and restores active walking ability.
#Orthopaedics#Joint Pain#Knee Replacement#Physiotherapy
