Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory

Written by Dr Sheila Strover on March 14, 2025

A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory is a medication to reduce inflammation, but which does not contain steroids (cortisone products).

Anti-inflammatories commonly used for knee pain

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

  • Oral use - Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Diclofenac
  • Topical use - Diclofenac gel

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Patellofemoral pain - Non-operative treatment for patellofemoral pain