When to see a doctor for joint pain?
Verified by: Dr. Siddhart Yadav, Consultant, Orthopedics & Joint Replacement Surgery, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai
What is joint pain?
Any discomfort, soreness, inflammation, or aches in joints are considered joint pain. It may lie within your cartilage, ligaments, tendons, bone, or muscles. In most cases, joint pain is due to arthritis, an inflammation of the joints that causes swelling. However, many other factors can lead to joint pain. You may also have mild joint pain after specific activities. Severe joint pain can even limit your movements and is generally prominently painful while bearing weight.
You should visit a doctor when your joint pain is accompanied by other symptoms or caused by an injury.
Visit a doctor if you have joint pain with:
- Swelling
- Tenderness around the joint
- Warmth around the joint
- Inflammation
- Redness
- Fever
- If joint pain persists over three days
Book an appointment to consult the best orthopedic doctor. Call 022 6280 6280 or visit Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai.
How can you prevent joint pain?
You can prevent joint pain with proper self-care. The following can help you prevent joint pain:
- Maintaining a healthy weight
- Following a fitness program
- Maintaining a good range of motions
- Eating nutrient-rich food
- Talk to your doctor to discuss concerns about joint pain