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Published: October 11, 2025 06:03 PM IST
Many women ignore initial knee pain thinking it is due to weakness or ageing. This could be a silent problem that is slowly damaging your joints, warns Dr Dushyant Chauhan.
Knee pain and joint problems are becoming more common, especially in women, and often develop silently without obvious symptoms. Many people ignore early signs, which can lead to chronic problems over time. In his September 2 Instagram post, Dr Dushyant Chauhan, orthopedic and sports injury surgeon at AIIMS Raipur, shared “1 silent problem” that can harm women’s knees and tips on how to keep them safe before it’s too late. (Also read: ‘Stop taking paracetamol for every headache’, warns Mumbai orthopedic surgeon, shares ways to identify causes ,
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“She was just 38 years old… No accidents. No major injuries. Yet every morning, when she got up from the bed, her knees felt stiff. Climbing stairs had become painful… even sitting cross-legged seemed impossible,” said Dr Dushyant.
He added, “Her family said, ‘It’s just weakness.’ Some told her, ‘This is normal after kids.’ Others said, ‘Maybe less calcium.’ But the truth was something else. The cartilage in her knees was slowly deteriorating… a silent problem that starts in women much earlier than they expect.
Early signs that women should not ignore
“The shocking part?” He continued. “If ignored, this simple stiffness can lead to severe arthritis… and sometimes even the need for knee replacement.”
According to Dr. Chauhan, most women ignore the early signs:
- stiff knees in the morning
- pain while climbing stairs
- difficulty sitting on the floor
- grinding or cracking sound in knees
“Don’t wait until surgery becomes the only option,” Dr. Chauhan cautioned, urging women to pay attention to early symptoms and take preventive steps for joint health.
Note to readers: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.
This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
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