Yes. In many cases, knee, hip, and shoulder pain can be effectively managed without surgery. The right treatment depends on the underlying cause of your pain, its severity, your lifestyle, and your overall health.
Common nonsurgical treatment options include:
- Physical therapy to improve strength and mobility
- Anti-inflammatory medications when appropriate
- Activity modification to reduce stress on the joint
- Bracing or supportive devices
- Corticosteroid or other therapeutic injections
- Regenerative medicine therapies for select patients
- Weight management and guided exercise programs
- Pain management techniques to improve daily function
