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What are some methods that have worked for treating knee pain or arthritis knee pain?

  Treatments for knee arthritis  aim to improve the strength and function of joints by controlling the symptoms and avoid further joint damage. Treatment modalities include R.I.C.E. Formula (Rest, Ice therapy, Compression, and Elevation) as a home treatment to limit the activities that may aggravate the symptoms. Medications such as analgesics aim to reduce the pain, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) helps in reducing pain and inflammation. Hyaluronic acid is a type of lubricating fluid present in the knee joint. Hence, the physician may recommend hyaluronic acid injection for better joint flexibility. Corticosteroid. Administration of corticosteroid injections into the knee provides short-term relief for only 1-3 weeks by reducing inflammation. Activity modification such as reducing activities like knee bending and climbing stairs may help in slowing down the arthritis development. Lifestyle changes that aim at reducing the overall weight may prevent the cond...