Pain, swelling, or stiffness
Persistent symptoms, changes in movement, or difficulty with daily activities are reasons to review the knee.
Knee orthopedic care
Knee pain, injury, or stiffness needs an assessment before treatment is chosen.
Meniscus, ligaments, cartilage, osteoarthritis, and other structures can produce similar symptoms. The consultation helps clarify what may be causing the limitation.
Knee consultationGuadalajara and ZapopanConsultations from $1,000 MXN
Knee concerns
Pain is not the diagnosis.
Knee pain can begin after an injury, develop gradually, or appear with movement, stairs, or weight-bearing. The cause and the relevant options are determined through an individual assessment.
A twisting injury or instability
A sports injury, a pop, giving way, or a sense that the knee is unstable may need clinical assessment.
When to consult
When a knee assessment may be useful
Symptoms can vary in intensity and cause. These examples do not determine a diagnosis but may help you decide whether to seek an assessment.
Pain, swelling, or stiffness
Persistent symptoms, changes in movement, or difficulty with daily activities are reasons to review the knee.
A twisting injury or instability
A sports injury, a pop, giving way, or a sense that the knee is unstable may need clinical assessment.
Questions about osteoarthritis or replacement
If you have been told there is wear or have questions about a knee replacement, the diagnosis and alternatives can be reviewed.
What is reviewed
What is reviewed in a knee consultation?
The assessment focuses on the symptoms, function, and findings that can help distinguish one knee problem from another.
- 01
How the symptoms began
Whether the problem followed an injury, developed gradually, or changes with specific movements can be important.
- 02
Movement and stability
The clinical examination may review range of motion, strength, stability, swelling, and the areas that reproduce symptoms.
- 03
Available images and reports
X-rays, MRI scans, and reports can be reviewed when available; additional information may be considered when needed.
Your orthopedic specialist
Dr. Carlos Alberto García Águila
Traumatology and Orthopedics
Care for knee, hip, shoulder, hand, wrist, foot and ankle concerns, sports injuries, fractures, and assessment of surgical and non-surgical alternatives.
- Medical Doctor and Midwife, University of Guadalajara (CUCS).
- Medical specialty training at the Antiguo Hospital Civil de Guadalajara.
- Advanced specialty training in Joint Preservation and Joint Replacement Surgery, University of Guadalajara.
- Master’s degree in Advanced Knee Pathology and Surgery, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Clínica CEMTRO, Madrid.
- Graduate studies in Education, Teaching and Research, Universidad Santander.
Professional license
9397150
Specialty license
15138725
CMOT certification
14/8067/25
Before booking
Frequently asked questions.
01Does knee pain always mean osteoarthritis?
No. Knee pain can have different causes. The assessment is used to clarify the diagnosis and the alternatives relevant to your case.
02Does a meniscus or ligament injury always need surgery?
No. The appropriate approach depends on the diagnosis, symptoms, function, available studies, and your individual circumstances.
03What should I bring to a knee consultation?
Bring any X-rays, MRI scans, reports, and information about previous treatments related to your knee.
Immediate care: After a recent knee injury with severe pain, obvious deformity, loss of sensation, or inability to bear weight, seek immediate medical care.
Scheduled consultation: A scheduled consultation is appropriate once an emergency or acute injury has received immediate care when needed.