knee stiffness

Sorry to hear about your discomfort! Stiffness along with pain in the knee and ankle can be due to various causes such as arthritis, trauma, obesity, cartilage wear-and-tear, gout rheumatoid disease etc. Treatment usually follows the diagnosis after testing. Relief from pain is commonly from use of NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), weight loss, warm compresses and a regular exercise regime. Supplementation with chondroitin, omega-3 and glucosamine sulphate can also be beneficial. Consulting an Orthopedic doctor would be most helpful for a customized treatment and care plan.