Is Your Old Sports Injury Giving You Early Knee Arthritis? Let’s Get Real!
By Dr. Sanjiv Rampal, Orthopaedic Consultant, KL.

Hey KL fam! Dr. Sanjiv here. Low-key, I’m seeing a ton of young, active peeps (30s-50s) who are low-key struggling with early knee osteoarthritis (OA). It’s often that spicy delayed consequence from a major sports injury think ACL tear or that meniscus surgery . Don’t let that chronic knee ache live rent-free in your head.

Signs That Are Sus (You Can’t Ignore These!):
Achy Pain: It hits different when you’re moving (running, stairs), but chills out when you rest.

Morning Stiffness: Your knee feels stiff or “creaky” after you’ve been sitting—but it’s usually over in less than 30 mins.

The Vibe Check: Occasional swelling or that feeling like your knee is about to ‘ghost’ you (give way).

Crunchy Noises: You hear that ‘crepitus’ (crunching or grinding)? That’s a major

Immediate Action (The “Stop, Drop, & See” Protocol):
STOP the high-impact mess (no running, no jumping). Switch up the vibe to cycling or swimming—low impact is the assignment.

DROP the inflammation: Ice it (15 mins) and grab some anti-inflammatories (but only if your doctor says it’s valid).

SEE an Orthopaedic Specialist, ASAP, for a proper diagnosis (clinical exam + X-ray). Getting ahead of it is major W energy!

Optimizing Your Long-Term Glow Up:
We’re trying to save your natural joint! This is how you secure the bag:

Targeted Physio: This is the main character! Build those strong quads and hams—they act like the best shock absorbers.

Weight Management: Losing even a little bit of weight is OP (overpowered) for lowering the stress on your knee.

Activity Mod: Find your perfect balance—stay active, but don’t be sending it too hard on the joint.

Don’t let the pain lock you in completely. If you’ve been through a major knee injury, let’s tap in and build a proactive joint preservation plan. Book a consult at our clinic today.

Point to Ponder: Real talk—chronic joint pain in young adults is a thing, especially if you’ve had major sports injury surgery. It’s not just an old-person problem.