Experienced knee specialists at Pain Management NYC provide advanced non-surgical treatments for knee pain, including corticosteroid injections, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, physical therapy, and minimally invasive procedures. Our specialists have treated thousands of patients with acute and chronic knee pain, including sports injuries, arthritis, and post-surgical pain. We routinely manage complex cases that have not improved with prior conservative treatment.
A Qualified Team of Knee Pain Specialists
With their extensive knowledge and years of experience, our doctors help patients achieve optimal treatment outcomes, often leading to faster recovery. We continuously incorporate the latest medical advances while keeping patient comfort and results as our top priorities.
Having treated over 3,000 patients with knee pain over the past 20 years, our team has extensive hands-on experience managing both acute injuries and chronic conditions.
Leon Reyfman, MD
Board Certified
Anesthesiologist & Interventional Pain Management
Boleslav Kosharskyy, MD
Board Certified
Anesthesiologist & Interventional Pain Management
Dmitriy Dvoskin, MD
Board Certified
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Interventional Pain Management
Roman Shulkin, MD
Board Certified
Anesthesiologist & Interventional Pain Management
Demetrios Koutsospyros, MD
Board Certified
Anesthesiologist & Interventional Pain Management
Mark Cohen, MD
Board Certified
Neurologist & Interventional Pain Management
Leonid Chernyak, MD
Board Certified
Anesthesiologist & Interventional Pain Management
Alan Zats, DO
Board Certified
Anesthesiologist & Interventional Pain Management.
Joseph Kim, MD
Board Certified
Anesthesiologist & Interventional Pain Management
Mohammad Ghorbanhoseini, MD
Board Certified
Anesthesiologist & Interventional Pain Management
Vitaliy Zhivotenko, DO
Board Certified
Anesthesiologist & Interventional Pain Management
Your knee provides movement and mobility while bearing the weight of your body. Because of all it does and all you put it through, it’s also susceptible to injury. Discomfort can show up in many different forms — from pain behind your knee to inner knee pain and posterior knee pain.
Knee Pain Diagnosis
One of the first steps in diagnosing the causes of your discomfort is a physical exam. Your doctor can diagnose the cause of your pain based on this exam and appoint the appropriate treatment plan. For a more accurate diagnosis, your doctor may recommend additional imaging tests, including:
- Perform a physical examination to check for visible bruising, swelling, warmth, and tenderness,
- Check your range of movement by seeing how far your lower leg can move in various directions
- Assess the integrity of your knee structure by either pushing on or pulling the joint
Your doctor can diagnose the cause of your pain based on this exam and appoint the appropriate treatment plan. Additional imaging tests may be required for a more accurate diagnosis such as:
- X-Ray – Is used to detect suspected degenerative joint disease and bone fractures.
- Computerized tomography (CT) scan – In combination with X-rays, CT scanners generate cross-sectional images that of the inside of your body and can diagnose subtle fractures and other bone problems.
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) – Creates 3D images by using a powerful magnet and radio waves. It can detect injuries to soft tissues like muscles, tendons, ligaments, and cartilage.
- Ultrasound – Generates real-time images of the soft tissue structures inside using sound waves. During this test, your knee specialist may need to move your knee into different positions to establish a more accurate diagnosis.
Dr. Leon Reyfman, MD’s clinical approach to diagnosing and treating knee pain aligns with current evidence-based strategies for musculoskeletal pain management. Having treated thousands of patients over 20 years, he brings extensive hands-on experience managing both acute injuries and chronic conditions.
The diagnostic process begins with a thorough history and physical examination, focusing on onset, location, duration, quality of pain, and associated symptoms such as swelling, instability, or mechanical issues (e.g., locking, catching). The evaluation includes inspection, palpation, assessment of range of motion, strength testing, neurovascular examination, and special tests (e.g., McMurray test for meniscal pathology, provocative maneuvers for patellofemoral pain).
Dr. Reyfman is board-certified in Pain Medicine and Anesthesiology and an active member of the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP). Every diagnostic plan is personalized, evidence-based, and designed with patient safety and comfort as the highest priority, though individual outcomes may vary.
Around 25% of adults are affected by knee pain and over the last 20 years. Its prevalence has increased by 65%. This results in nearly 4 million people visiting a doctor each year.
Knee Pain Treatment Options
Pain Management NYC prioritizes non-surgical knee pain treatments, especially physiotherapy, as a conservative approach can often effectively resolve knee joint problems.
When surgery is necessary, we offer the most advanced techniques, including:
- Arthroscopic surgery for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repair
- Cartilage repair and transplantation
- Robotic-assisted partial knee replacement
- Meniscus repair and reconstruction
- Total knee replacement using minimally invasive approaches
Our surgeons are skilled in arthroscopic techniques that minimize tissue trauma, robot-assisted procedures for precise alignment, and cartilage restoration techniques to preserve joint function.
All procedures are performed by board-certified pain management and orthopedic specialists affiliated with top New York City hospitals and active members of professional societies such as the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS).
Every treatment plan is customized to the patient’s anatomy, condition, and lifestyle, and individual outcomes may vary. All procedures are performed following strict safety protocols to ensure optimal recovery and long-term joint health.
Potential Dangers of Knee Pain
With so many moving parts, it’s no wonder that knee pain is one of the most common complaints in the U.S. Your board-certified knee doctors at Pain Management NYC consider all the possible complications that could arise in these heavily used joints, including:
Injuries can happen to anyone. The most common back or knee pain problems and accidents occur in teens who have suffered sports injuries. There are more than 2.5 million knee injuries reported every year. Seniors with low bone density, decreased balance and flexibility are at a higher risk of developing posterior knee pain. And a direct blow or fall makes up a good portion of cases involving aches in the knee.
What Our NY Patients Are Saying
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Convenient Locations
Pain Management NYC operates multiple clinics throughout New York City, staffed by highly skilled best-in-class knee pain specialists. If you are experiencing knee pain and would like to schedule a consultation, our knee doctors in Midtown Manhattan, Bronx, or Astoria, Queens, are here to provide expert care and personalized treatment plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Are the Different Types of Knee Pain?
There are four main types of knee pain. These are:
- Anterior: pain that occurs at the front and center of the knee
- Posterior: pain that takes place in the back of your knee
- Medial: pain that arises inside of your knee
- Lateral: pain occurs outside the knee
Depending on the type of pain, your doctor will select an appropriate treatment plan.
Are There Any Home Remedies for Knee Pain?
If you injure, strain, or sprain your leg you may try the RICE technique. It stands for rest, ice, compression, and evaluation. This therapy will help you get knee pain relief at home. You need to apply a cold compress to the injured area. Then, wrap your knee with a bandage to prevent swelling. Avoid tightening the bandage too much since this may interfere with circulation. Keep your leg elevated while resting to decrease pain and swelling.
What Are the Symptoms of Knee Pain?
Knee pain is a common condition that affects many people of all ages. If you injured your knee you may also experience swelling, stiffness, and weakness along with pain. The skin around your knee may be red and warm to the touch. You may also hear popping and crunching noises while moving.
Written by Dr. Boleslav Kosharskyy, MD
(Pain Management Doctor)