Knee Pain, Osteoarthritis & Meniscus Injuries in Dallas–Fort Worth
(Frisco • Allen • Farmers Branch)
Serving patients from Frisco, Allen, Farmers Branch, Mesquite & Arlington—just minutes from Plano, McKinney, and Richardson.
Knee Pain Overview
The knee is the most frequently injured and most often arthritic joint in the human body. More than 32 million Americans live with knee osteoarthritis (OA), while younger athletes battle meniscus tears, ligament sprains, and patellar tendinopathy. Search data show over 135,000 monthly U.S. queries for “knee pain,” signalling high demand for non-surgical relief. Randomised trials now confirm that platelet-rich plasma (PRP) lasts longer and performs better than hyaluronic-acid or steroid shots, and stem-cell matrix injections are helping many patients delay—sometimes avoid—total knee replacement.
Common Symptoms
Medial or anterior joint-line pain
Clicking, catching, or a sudden “pop” at injury
Knee swelling after activity or standing
Stiffness after sitting (“movie-theatre sign”)
Grinding or crepitus when climbing stairs
Typical Diagnoses
Degenerative Problems
Osteoarthritis (cartilage wear)
Chondromalacia patella
Bone-marrow edema (“bone bruise”)
Traumatic / Over-use Problems
Meniscus tear, ligament sprain,
jumper’s knee, or hidden
cartilage loss
Our Biologic Treatment Pathway
Step 1
PRP Primer (Week 0)
A leukocyte-poor PRP dose dampens synovial inflammation, reducing pain and swelling within the first month.
Step 2
MSC Augmentation (Week 4)
Your own bone-marrow–derived mesenchymal stem cells are combined with fibrin glue and injected into the joint to stimulate hyaline-like cartilage regeneration and modulate catabolic cytokines.
Step 3
Booster PRP (Week 12)
A second PRP infusion maintains a growth-factor–rich environment, topping up symptom relief for 6–12 months.
Meta-analysis (2024) of 34 RCTs showed high-platelet PRP improved WOMAC pain scores by 44 % at one year versus 15 % for hyaluronic acid alone.
Six-Month Regeneration Program
Our bundled plan combines the three biologic sessions above with:
- Class IV laser therapy twice weekly for 6 weeks
- Quad-dominant physiotherapy to unload the joint and correct hip/knee alignment
- Omega-3, collagen peptide, and vitamin D support
- Quarterly ultrasound or X-ray to track cartilage thickness and effusion volume
Self-Care & Rehab Essentials
- Activity pacing: alternate 10 minutes of motion with 10 minutes off your feet; avoid deep squats early on
- Strength focus: closed-chain quad and glute activation (wall-sits, mini-squats, bridge march)
- Weight management: every extra 10 lb adds 30–60 lb to knee-joint force
- Cold-pack strategy: 15 minutes on, 45 off to control post-activity swelling
Meet Our Care Team
Board-Certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
- Specializes in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgery
- Fellowship-trained in spinal reconstruction surgery
- Board Certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgeons
- Published researcher in Spine and national conference presenter (NASS, SRS)
Board-Certified Pain Management & Rehabilitation Specialist
- Fellowship-trained in interventional spine & pain management
- Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Expertise in musculoskeletal pain, neuromuscular disorders, and electrodiagnostics
- Member of AAPMR, AAP, and American Osteopathic Association
Board-Certified Radiologist & Neuroradiologist
- Board Certified in Radiology with CAQs in Interventional Radiology and Neuroradiology
- Fellowship-trained in both interventional radiology and neuroradiology
- Former Chief Resident at University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Member of ACR, RSNA, SIR, and International Spine Intervention Society
Our Dallas–Fort Worth Locations
What Our Patients Are Saying
Frances Penoyer
“I have my visit with Kassi the PA today. I am so glad I got to meet her. She has a very pleasing personality.”
Anderson
“The Mesquite office was great from the time I walked in the door. Highly recommend this office!”
Melissa Sanchez
“The ladies in the front office were very understanding. if I can give them 10 stars I would.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Chronic knee pain often stems from osteoarthritis, meniscus wear, patellar or quadriceps tendonitis, and ligament strain; repeated loading, past injuries and age-related cartilage loss drive ongoing ache and stiffness.
Ultrasound-guided PRP injections deliver growth factors that can calm synovial inflammation, bolster cartilage health and ease knee pain from arthritis or overuse within several weeks.
Autologous bone-marrow or fat-derived stem-cell concentrate may encourage regeneration of worn cartilage and soft tissue in moderate-to-advanced degeneration when PRP alone isn’t enough.
Yes—regenerative therapies are often used for ACL/MCL sprains, patellar tendonitis, runner’s knee and post-meniscus-surgery soreness to speed tissue recovery and protect long-term function.
Some patients notice easier walking or less swelling in one-to-two weeks, with full improvement unfolding over one-to-three months as tissues heal.
For many active adults, biologic injections lessen pain, improve mobility and may postpone—sometimes avoid—the need for arthroscopy or joint-replacement surgery when paired with strength and mobility training.