Knee Pain: When to Get A Scan

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Sometimes, knee pain is caused by age-related wear and tear that degrades the cartilage. Cartilage is a type of soft tissue that cushions the spaces between the bones within a joint, such as the knee. If it wears away, the bones can rub against each other, causing pain and inflammation that worsen over time.

This is a companion discussion topic for the original article at https://patient.info/features/bones-joints-muscles/knee-pain-that-wont-go-away-when-is-it-time-to-get-a-scan
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Knee pain caused by age-related cartilage wear is quite common, especially as the cushioning between the bones gradually breaks down, leading to friction, inflammation, and increasing discomfort over time; in such cases, a scan like an X-ray or MRI may be needed if the pain persists, worsens, or starts affecting daily movement, as it helps identify the extent of cartilage damage and guides proper treatment before the condition becomes more severe.

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