Knee Pain Quiz

Introduction

Knee pain is a common complaint that can be caused by a variety of factors, including injury, overuse, wear and tear, and tissue disorders. To help you better understand the severity of your knee condition and the possible treatments available, we have created a knee pain quiz.

##How to Use This Quiz

This quiz is designed to help you assess the severity of your knee pain and identify any limitations it may have. Take the quiz and review your results to help guide you towards making informed decisions about your care.

##Quiz Questions

###Symptoms

1. How would you describe the pain you usually have in your knee? (Scale 0-4)

• None

• Very Mild

• Mild

• Moderate

• Severe

2. Have you had any trouble washing and drying yourself (all over) because of your knee?

• No trouble

• Very little trouble

• Moderate trouble

• Extreme difficulty

• Impossible to do

3. Have you had any trouble getting in and out of the car or using public transportation because of your knee (with or without a stick)?

• No trouble

• Very little trouble

• Moderate trouble

• Extreme difficulty

• Impossible to do

4. For how long are you able to walk before the pain in your knee becomes severe (with or without a stick)?

• No pain, or longer than 60 minutes

• 15-60 minutes

• 5-15 minutes

• Around the house only

• Not at all – severe pain on walking

5. After a meal (seated at a table), how painful has it been for you to stand up from a chair because of your knee?

• Not at all painful

• Slightly painful

• Moderately painful

• Very painful

• Unbearable

6. Have you been limping when walking because of your knee?

• Rarely-never

• Sometime or just at first

• Often, not just at first

• Most of the time

• All the time

7. Could you kneel down and get up again afterwards?

• Yes, easily

• With little difficulty

• With moderate difficulty

• With extreme difficulty

• No, impossible

8. Are you troubled by pain in your knee at night in bed?

• Not at all

• Only one or two nights

• Some nights

• Most nights

• Every night

9. How much has pain from your knee interfered with your usual work (including housework)?

• Not at all

• A little bit

• Moderately

• Greatly

-Totally

10. Have you felt that your knee might suddenly give away or let you down?

• Rarely – never

• Sometimes or just at first

• Often, not at first

• Most of the time

• All of the time

11. Could you do household shopping on your own?

• Yes, easily

• With little difficulty

• With moderate difficulty

• With extreme difficulty

• No, impossible

12. Could you walk down a flight of stairs?

• Yes, easily

• With little difficulty

• With moderate difficulty

• With extreme difficulty

• No, impossible

##Scoring

Each question is worth 1 point. The highest score you can achieve is 40 points. Based on your scores, you may be able to narrow down the potential causes of your knee pain and discuss the best treatment options with your healthcare provider.

###Severe Knee Arthritis (Score: 40-48 Points)

If you scored 40-48 points, it may indicate severe knee arthritis. In this case, it is highly likely that you may well require some form of surgical intervention.

###Moderate to Severe Knee Arthritis (Score: 30-39 Points)

If you scored 30-39 points, it may indicate moderate to severe knee arthritis. In this case, it is a good idea to see your family physician for an assessment and x-ray. Consider a consult with an orthopedic surgeon.

###Mild to Moderate Knee Arthritis (Score: 20-29 Points)

If you scored 20-29 points, it may indicate mild to moderate knee arthritis. Consider seeing your family physician for an assessment and possible x-ray. You may benefit from non-surgical treatment, such as exercise, weight loss, and/or anti-inflammatory medication.

###No Limitations or Satisfactory Joint Function (Score: 0-19 Points)

If you scored 0-19 points, it may indicate satisfactory joint function. You may not require any formal treatment unless your symptoms persist or worsen.

##Taking the knee pain quiz is a great first step in understanding the nature of your knee pain and the potential treatments available. Remember, the expertise of a healthcare professional is vital in developing a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. Don't hesitate to consult with your doctor if your knee pain persists or worsens.