How to Control Arthritic Pain in the Knee
Arthritic pain in the knee can be an aggravating condition. The treatment for most knee arthritis is non-surgical and is focused on reducing pain and increasing function in the knee. Basically, treatment aims to reduce symptoms and allow for an active and productive lifestyle. Following some basic recommendations will help you control arthritic knee pain.
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Ice the knee when the pain begins. This will help reduce inflammation and pain. Some patients feel that heat also helps to relieve their arthritic knee pain. Either are appropriate.
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Minimize your activity. This can mean simply switching from jogging to walking and avoiding things such as stair climbers. This will help to keep you fit while allowing your arthritic knee some rest.
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Take steps to lose weight, if necessary. Begin to eat healthier and include a healthy diet as part of your lifestyle. Weight loss will allow for increased function and less stress on the knee. This will reduce the pain that you experience.
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Wear a brace or an elastic bandage to help stabilize the knee. These should especially be worn during activity to help reduce pain and injury potential.
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Talk to your doctor concerning shoe inserts. Inserts may help align your body and help absorb some of the shock the knee takes with each step.
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Consider adding the supplements glucosamine and chondroitin to your diet. These are found in the knee joint cartilage and can help to prevent pain by alleviating swelling. Continual use for two months is recommended to see positive results.
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