Question

A 55-year-old woman with painful osteoarthritis of the knee has not improved with lifestyle modifications or regular analgesics. According to NICE, which treatment option can be considered next?

Accepted Answer

Oral NSAIDs with a PPI if no contraindications

Answer

Intra-articular hyaluronic acid

Answer

Long-term oral steroids

Answer

Immediate knee replacement surgery

Answer

Bed rest and cast immobilisation

Practice question

A 55-year-old woman with painful osteoarthritis of the knee has not improved with lifestyle modifications or regular analgesics. According to NICE, which treatment option can be considered next?