Μουρίκης Ευάγγελος MD, MSc

Answers to patient questions

• Αρθροσκόπηση γόνατος
  Hello, In June, I developed knee pain and difficulty bending my knee. After an MRI in July 2024, a Spanish orthopedic specialist diagnosed me with Grade I patellar chondropathy (no significant abnormalities in ligaments or menisci) and recommended topical treatment for 3 months. He mentioned that if the issue persisted, a hyaluronic acid injection might be needed. It has now been over 3 months, and while the pain has lessened, I still can’t bend my knee without significant discomfort. I’m currently in Athens and unable to return to Spain soon. Can I request a hyaluronic acid injection from an orthopedic specialist here based on my previous diagnosis, or would I need a new MRI? Thank you.

  • You could simply have an injection of course but that would just relief your symptoms and not your problem.

    

    Μουρίκης Ευάγγελος

• Lumbago
  When I changed home and started sleeping on a softer mattress a couple of months ago, my right leg started getting numb. I have had lower back issues for a long time, so I thought it was related and didn't pay much attention. Now, there is a slight but constant loss of sensation and pain, along with tickling and itching. I'm worried about being too late so can you please help me, how serious this might be, and which doctor should I see?

  • You should be evaluated by an orthopaedic surgeon with an MRI and EMG in order to see if your symptoms are from your lower back. Also a detailed clinical exam is essential for your diagnosis.

    

    Μουρίκης Ευάγγελος

• General topics
  Έχω άκανθα πτέρνας κ στα δύο πόδια. Έχω κάνει 8 θεραπείες με κρουστικό κ δεν έχω δει βελτίωση. Κουράζομαι βέβαια στη δουλειά γιατί περπατάω συνεχώς. Θα βοηθούσαν περισσότερο θεραπείες με λέιζερ;

  • Καλύτερα να δοκιμάσετε κάτι ενέσιμο

    

    Μουρίκης Ευάγγελος