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[|Human|] I m new to Nanaimo and need a family doctor to help proceed with some knee issues I have. However I have not met success as all the doctors are not accepting new patients. I have extended my search North and South of Nanaimo and the best that has come back is a year long waiting list. My knee needs assistance and my search for a doctor has come up dry. Will you help me find a local family doctor who is accepting new patients?
[|AI|]  Hi, Thanks for your query. There are numerous causes and conditions that produce pain in the knee joint. One of the commonest conditions that affects your age people is Patellofemoral arthritis (wear & tear in the cartilage of the kneecap & thigh-bone)A detailed clinical examination & a few investigations are needed to establish a correct diagnosis of your problem. The general recommendations for Anterior knee pain are as follows -- Avoid any activities that increase the pain such as climbing stairs and deep knee bending movements.- Use over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen as & when needed-Weight loss alone will often fix the problem if you are substantially overweight.- Specific exercises can strengthen the muscles that support your knees and control limb alignment, such as your qua Chat Doctor. I suggest you to consult an orthopedic surgeon for further management do hope that you have found something helpful, and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care