Expert Knee Care in Greater Chicago
Knee Pain Treatment and Surgery
Your knees take on every stair, squat, and stride, so when one starts to ache, swell, or give way, you feel it all day long. Knee pain can come from many sources, and the right treatment starts with finding the true cause. Common reasons patients come to see us include:
- A sports injury, such as a torn ACL or meniscus
- Arthritis or wear and tear that makes mornings stiff and stairs difficult
- Overuse conditions like runner's knee or patellar tendinitis
- A kneecap that slips, catches, or feels unstable
At Barrington Orthopedic Specialists, our physicians use cutting-edge technology to assess and diagnose knee conditions and injuries, then build an individualized plan around your goals. We see knee patients at our offices in Bartlett, Schaumburg, Elk Grove Village, and Buffalo Grove, with on-site physical therapy to keep your care under one roof.
Don't let knee pain set the limits on your day. Request an appointment with one of our knee specialists to start the path toward relief.
Orthopedic Knee Specialists at BOS
Meet the dedicated specialists who provide advanced knee care for patients across the Barrington Orthopedic Specialists network.
Avinesh Agarwalla, MD
Rohan Gopinath, MD
Sean Jereb, MD
Mark Levin, MD
Paul Nourbash, MD
Thomas Obermeyer, MD
Jason Rotstein, MD
Patrick Strotman, MD
Knee Resources
Conditions
Our knee specialists diagnose and treat a wide range of injuries, ligament and cartilage tears, and chronic orthopedic conditions affecting movement, stability, and long-term joint health.
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear (ACL)
- Arthritis of the Knee
- Bursitis of the Knee
- Cartilage Injuries
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome
- Knee Fractures
- Knee Ligament Tear
- Knee Sprains and Strains
- Lateral Collateral Ligament Injury (LCL)
- Medial Collateral Ligament Injury (MCL)
- Meniscus Injury/Tear
- Osgood-Schlatter Disease
- Osteonecrosis of the Knee
- Patella Tendinitis
- Patella Tendon Rupture
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
- Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injury
- Runner’s Knee
- Unstable Kneecap
Our goal is to identify the source of your pain accurately and create a treatment plan that supports long-term mobility, comfort, and confidence in every step. Physical therapy is available at all of our offices, including our Palatine Physical Therapy clinic.
Treatments
We offer both non-surgical and surgical solutions designed to relieve pain, restore stability, improve function, and help you return to everyday activity with confidence.
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
- Bilateral Knee Replacement
- Cartilage Repair
- Computer Assisted Knee Replacement
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Lateral Collateral Ligament Repair
- Medial Collateral Ligament Repair
- Meniscus Repair
- Meniscus Tear Repair
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Repair
- Revision Knee Surgery
- Total Knee Replacement Surgery
- Viscosupplementation
From conservative care to advanced procedures, our specialists work with you to determine the option that best fits your diagnosis, goals, and lifestyle.
Educational Videos
Explore educational resources to better understand common injuries, treatment options, and what to expect from recovery and rehabilitation.
Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, recovery expectations, and available treatment options through patient-friendly video content.
These resources can help you feel more informed before your appointment and better prepared for next steps in your care plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get quick answers about consultations, symptoms, timing, and how to schedule care with our knee specialists.
The right knee doctor does more than read an image. They listen, explain your options in plain language, and stay with you from diagnosis through recovery. At Barrington Orthopedic Specialists, our physicians work with you at every step to find the knee pain treatment that fits your needs and your lifestyle. Here is what that looks like in practice:
- Seven knee-focused physicians seeing patients across our Bartlett, Schaumburg, Elk Grove Village, and Buffalo Grove offices
- Treatment for acute injuries and long-term conditions, including swollen knee and knee joint pain
- On-site physical therapy, so your surgeon and therapists stay in close communication
- A walk-in Immediate Orthopedic Care Clinic in Schaumburg for sudden injuries
Our approach is simple: surgery should be your last option, not your first. We emphasize non-surgical care, and when an operation is the right call, our surgeons offer minimally invasive techniques and advanced options. You only move as far along this path as your knee requires:
- Conservative care: activity changes, bracing, anti-inflammatory medication, and physical therapy
- Injection therapy: treatments such as viscosupplementation for an arthritic knee
- Minimally invasive surgery:knee arthroscopy to repair or remove a torn meniscus, treat damaged cartilage, or reconstruct a torn ACL
- Joint replacement: partial or total knee replacement, including robotic-assisted surgery with Stryker’s Mako 4 SmartRobotics™ system at Schaumburg Surgery Center
Your first visit is built around understanding your knee and how it affects your day. Here is what to expect:
- A conversation about your history. We ask when the pain started, what makes it better or worse, any past injuries, and which activities you want to get back to.
- A hands-on exam. Your physician checks swelling, tenderness, range of motion, and ligament stability, and watches how you walk and bend the knee.
- Imaging when it helps. X-rays show bone and joint alignment, and an MRI through our Schaumburg MRI Department gives a closer look at cartilage, menisci, and ligaments.
- A clear diagnosis and plan. We explain what we found, review every treatment option, and answer your questions before you leave.
Knee pain that lingers rarely resolves on its own, and waiting can turn a minor strain into a bigger repair. Schedule an evaluation if you notice any of the following:
- Pain or swelling that lasts more than a few days despite rest and ice
- A pop at the time of injury, followed by swelling or a feeling of instability
- Locking, catching, or a knee that gives way
- Trouble fully straightening or bending the knee
- Stiffness or aching that interrupts sleep or limits walking and stairs
- A visible change in the shape of the knee or kneecap
If an injury is sudden or severe, or you cannot put weight on your leg, visit our Immediate Orthopedic Care Clinic in Schaumburg instead of waiting for a scheduled visit. A hot, red, swollen knee with a fever needs urgent medical attention.
Request an appointment online or call (847) 285-4200 to reach our scheduling team. Choose the office that is most convenient for you:
- Bartlett Office: 864 West Stearns Rd, Bartlett, IL 60103
- Buffalo Grove Office: 404 North McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
- Elk Grove Village Office: 120 East Higgins Rd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
- Schaumburg Office: 929 West Higgins Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60195
Physical therapy is also available at all of our locations, including our Palatine Physical Therapy clinic at 150 W Northwest Hwy, Palatine, IL 60067. We accept many major insurance plans; visit our insurance page for details.