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Knee pain when stand/walk. osteophytes at bilateral tibial spines. patellofemoral joint spaces reduced. early osteoarthritis. need surgery to treat?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Not necessarily: Medications, physical therapy, bracing, and even injection therapy are ways to treat early arthritis of the knee without surgery. Consider being seen to discuss which options might be best for you.

Dr Anyanwu agreed

Answered 9/3/2014

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A member asked:

Knee pain when stand/walk. osteophytes at bilateral tibial spines. patellofemoral joint spaces reduced. early osteoarthritis. need surgery to treat?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Dr Anyanwu agreed

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