How to relieve severe knee and thigh pain in my 80-year-old diabetic mother at night? - #53864
My mother is 80 years old, having severe pain in knees and thighs. During night she is unable to sleep and the pain increases if she climbs up the stairs. She is a diabetic patient. Initial physiotherapist helped but the painhas increased a lot
How long has your mother been experiencing this pain?:
- More than 6 monthsHow would you describe the intensity of her pain?:
- Moderate — affects daily activitiesDoes she have any other symptoms accompanying the pain?:
- Swelling in the knees or thighsWhat treatments has she tried for this pain so far?:
- Over-the-counter pain relieversHow is her blood sugar control currently?:
- Well-controlledWhat type of diet does she follow?:
- Balanced diet with controlled carbsHow often does she experience difficulty sleeping due to pain?:
- Every nightAbout our doctors
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