Knee pain climbing stairs — is it early osteoarthritis?
- 08.07.2026
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Knee pain when climbing stairs — could it be early osteoarthritis?
Medics works with its local partners to provide medical care in areas affected by conflicts and disasters, through field teams operating within the beneficiary communities and coordinating with existing health institutions to avoid duplication and ensure services reach those most in need.
Expected impact
- Continuous health services instead of temporary interventions.
- Empowering local staff through ongoing training.
- Transparent documentation of every intervention and sharing it with donors.
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How the journey began
The team arrived at the site after hours of coordination with local authorities, and the first screening sessions began the same day.
Within a few weeks, the intermittent visits turned into regular follow-up, and each case had a file and a clear treatment plan.
“I never expected to see my daughter stand on her feet again — today she goes back to school on her own.”
What changed after the intervention?
- Regular medical follow-up instead of emergency visits.
- Weekly rehabilitation sessions within the community itself.
- Psychological support for the family alongside physical treatment.
- Securing chronic medications for six months.
- Organized referral to partner hospitals when needed.
Follow-up is still ongoing, and with each new case the impact of the support from donors grows wider.
This is one story among dozens documented monthly by Medics teams.
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