Question

How to treat osteoarthritis of the knee? There is fluid accumulation and swelling. It started at the end of last year. Previous treatment and effects: anti-inflammatory treatment, swelling has decreased, but the knee still hurts. How can the condition be treated to improve?"

Answer

Typically, medications such as Fenbid, Ibuprofen, or Fentanyl can be used for treatment, along with herbal remedies for invigorate blood circulation and eliminate blood stasis (TCM) like Compound Danshen Tablets and improve blood circulation (Chinese medicine) Tablets. Additionally, regional massage, acupuncture, and physical therapy are very helpful, such as using a halogen lamp or hot salt cold compress. Regional injections with drugs such as Hydrocortisone Acetate, Triamcinolone Acetate, or Prednisolone Acetate can also be used for treatment with better efficacy.