Knee specialist
Focus of the practice
Your orthopaedic specialist for knee pain and knee injuries
Our knees are highly complex joints that have to withstand daily stress and are crucial for the normal functioning of the entire musculoskeletal system. If you have knee pain or limited functionality after an accident and persistent knee problems in everyday life or during sport, you should therefore not hesitate to consult a specialist in knee and knee disorders.
Innovative diagnosis and individual treatment of your knee problems
The knee specialists at ORTHO EINS, Orthopaedics in Berlin Zehlendorf, are there for you, using innovative diagnostic procedures to determine the cause of your knee problems and treating them with conservative and minimally invasive forms of therapy. Dr. Christopher Topar and his doctors take time for patients in our private orthopaedic practice to precisely localize the problem and create an effective treatment plan. As specialists in trauma surgery and sports medicine in Berlin, we are also the right people to contact in the event of sports accidents and overuse resulting in knee problems. Make an appointment at our practice now!
DETAILED KNEE DIAGNOSTICS
The causes of knee pain and limited mobility of the knee joint are varied and often not recognizable at first glance. If knee problems occur after an accident or fall, the reason is usually quickly found. However, knee pain after prolonged sitting, lying down or walking as well as pain during certain movements require more detailed research into the cause. The knee specialists in Berlin Zehlendorf know the usual suspects inside out and use comprehensive diagnostics to gain a precise overview of the problem. Following a detailed medical history, a clinical examination using innovative methods is carried out.
Our diagnostic services include:
- Ultrasound (sonography)
- X-ray
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- Computed tomography (CT)
- Image converter
- Laboratory/blood test
- Rheumatism diagnostics
- EMG (electromyography), ENG (electroneurography) and NLG (nerve conduction velocity)
- Bone density measurement (osteodensitometry)
COMMON PROBLEMS AND INJURIES OF OUR PATIENTS' KNEE JOINTS
The ORTHO EINS knee specialists in Berlin treat patients with a wide variety of knee injuries and diseases on a daily basis. Our private practice for orthopaedics is the right place for you, especially if you have a complicated case. Dr. Topar is an experienced orthopaedic surgeon and knee specialist who finds the right solution and effective treatment for even the most challenging knee problems.
The most common knee problems and injuries for knee specialists include Berlin:
- Osteoarthritis
- Arthritis (inflammation)
- Bursitis
- Damage to the meniscus
- Overloading (jumper’s knee/runner’s knee)
- Rheumatism
- Torn ligament
- Cartilage damage to bones and kneecap
- Gout and metabolic diseases
In some cases, the causes of knee pain lie in diseases of the hip or back. Then you are in good hands with the back and hip specialists at ORTHO EINS. The interdisciplinary orientation of our medical team ensures that such complex interrelationships are recognized and the best possible treatment is found for you.
CONSERVATIVE THERAPIES
Medication and physical treatment methods are often successful without surgical intervention when it comes to treating pain and musculoskeletal disorders. The findings from the diagnostic procedures serve as the basis for a treatment plan, which is drawn up in consultation with the patient.
Our forms of treatment for conservative therapy include
- Chirotherapy/Manual therapy
- Extracorporeal shock wave therapy
- Magnetic field and laser therapy
- Osteoporosis, rheumatism and arthrosis therapy
- Trigger point treatment
- Acupuncture and kinesio taping
- Hyaluronic acid injections
- Punctures of calcifications
MINIMALLY INVASIVE THERAPIES INSTEAD OF KNEE SURGERY
Minimally invasive therapies are often the only sensible alternative to knee surgery and can achieve a full recovery or a significant improvement in symptoms. The advantage of this minimally invasive form of therapy is a shorter rehabilitation period and a lower risk of complications.
The knee specialists in Berlin offer the following minimally invasive therapies:
- Joint injections with cortisone, local anesthetics or autologous blood preparations
- Joint irrigation/lavage
Frequently asked questions
WHEN SHOULD I SEE A DOCTOR OR KNEE SPECIALIST IF I HAVE KNEE PAIN?
If you have persistent pain in your knee or notice a persistent restriction in your ability to move, you should have these complaints checked out by a doctor. You should seek medical treatment after three weeks at the latest, and sooner if the pain is severe. If you have knee problems, you can consult the knee specialists at ORTHO EINS without any detours, or you can first visit your family doctor’s practice.
WHICH DOCTOR SHOULD I SEE FOR KNEE PROBLEMS AND KNEE PAIN?
The type of complaint you have will determine which doctor you should consult if you have knee problems. In the event of a knee injury due to an accident, a trauma surgeon is the right person to contact. Pain and complaints that occur after or during sport should first be examined by a sports physician. For other knee problems, your family doctor or an orthopaedist can initially help you. The knee specialists at ORTHO EINS are the right address for all knee problems and diseases.
WHAT TREATMENT OPTIONS DO KNEE SPECIALISTS HAVE WITHOUT KNEE SURGERY?
In many cases, knee surgery is only one of several options for treating the knee joint efficiently. The ORTHO EINS knee specialists focus on conservative therapies such as manual therapy and injections with hyaluronic acid as well as minimally invasive therapies. Surgery or even a joint replacement should only be carried out if the clinical picture absolutely requires it or if other forms of therapy are unsuccessful.
WHAT DOES THE ORTHOPAEDIST DO FOR KNEE PAIN?
A detailed medical history and diagnosis by a knee specialist is the decisive basis for an effective treatment plan. If the cause of the knee pain is localized, pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory medication or injections are often used. Knee braces and knee joint supports are also frequently used to reduce the strain on the knee. Further treatment of the cause is highly dependent on the clinical picture.
