Pain, stiffness, or swelling that limits activity
Symptoms affecting walking, stairs, sleep, work, or exercise are reasons to seek an assessment.
Knee osteoarthritis consultation
Knee osteoarthritis needs an assessment of symptoms, movement, function, and alternatives.
Wear seen on an image is considered alongside pain, walking, movement, daily limitations, previous care, and the goals that matter to you.
Knee assessmentGuadalajara and ZapopanConsultations from $1,000 MXN
Understanding the concern
Knee wear does not affect every person in the same way.
Symptoms and function can vary. The consultation helps clarify the diagnosis and discuss the alternatives that may be relevant to your specific situation.
A diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis
Bring available X-rays, MRI scans, reports, and information about previous treatment.
When to consult
When a knee osteoarthritis assessment may be useful
These examples do not determine a diagnosis. They may help you decide whether to seek an orthopedic assessment.
Pain, stiffness, or swelling that limits activity
Symptoms affecting walking, stairs, sleep, work, or exercise are reasons to seek an assessment.
A diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis
Bring available X-rays, MRI scans, reports, and information about previous treatment.
Questions about injections, surgery, or replacement
The consultation can review what may change the decision and which alternatives remain reasonable to discuss.
What is reviewed
What is reviewed in a knee osteoarthritis consultation?
The assessment is used to distinguish possible causes and determine which alternatives should be considered next.
- 01
Symptoms and history
How the problem began, how it has changed, and the activities it is limiting are reviewed in consultation.
- 02
Clinical examination
Movement, strength, stability, sensation, and the areas related to the symptoms may be assessed as appropriate.
- 03
Available studies and next steps
X-rays, MRI scans, ultrasound studies, and reports can be reviewed when available; further information may be considered when it is useful.
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.
01What can cause knee osteoarthritis?
Symptoms in the same area can have different causes. The history, clinical examination, and available studies help clarify the diagnosis.
02Does it always require surgery?
No. The appropriate option depends on the diagnosis, symptoms, function, and individual circumstances.
03What should I bring to the consultation?
Bring any available images, reports, and information about previous treatments related to your concern.
Immediate care: For severe pain after a recent injury, an obvious deformity, fever with a hot swollen knee, or an 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.