Never had a knee problem until I slipped on my daily walk last year and banged my right knee.
After a week of pain I was able to resume walking although I would get occasional restrictive pain.
The pain has become worse over the last 6 months and is currently affecting quality of life and daily activities (walking, bowls etc)
Last month I visited a doctor at the naval hospital in Sattahip and an X-Ray was taken. The doctor prescribed Celebrex 200mg (NSAID) plus a muscle relaxant.
I completed the prescribed course of tablets (which I think helped) but as want to try to avoid being tablet dependent I did not get a repeat prescription. After a week or so I bought Diclofenac from a local pharmacy to take on an 'as and when needed' basis.
The Sattahip doctor said if I did not see an improvement I should consult a knee specialist.
I would welcome advice from anyone with a similar conditions, and advice on the options available to me.