Treating Knee Pain
Knee Pain Causes, Symptoms & Prevention Tips
Understanding Knee Pain Causes & Remedies
Everything you need to know about Knee Pain
Knee pain can affect anyone at any age. Knee pain is typically caused by a sudden injury, an overuse injury, or by an underlying condition or disease such as arthritis.
Many types of knee pain will respond well to self care but in many cases a diagnoses fro a medical professional is necessary to determine the cause and treatment. In some cases, you may need surgical repair.
Signs & Symptoms
Knee pains signs and symptoms may vary depending on the cause. If you are unsure about the cause of your symptoms then it is advised to see a medical professional. Some common signs and symptoms that should be seen by a doctor are:
- inability to fully straighten knee
- redness and warm
- general knee weakness
- popping or crunching sounds
- swelling or stiffness
- knee pain that occurs over the course of 3+ days
Common Causes for Knee Pain
Injuries
- ACL injury: tear of the anterior cruciate ligament
- Fractures: broken bones from falls or collisions
- Torn meniscus: cartilage tear between your shinbone and thighbone
- Knee bursitis: inflammation in small sacs of fluid that cushion the outside of your knee joint
- Patellar tendinitis: irritation and inflammation of one or more tendons
Arthritis
Osteoarthritis: a type of arthritis that occurs when the cartilage at the ends of your bones deteriorates over time
Rheumatoid arthritis: a type of arthritis that is attributed to a bodily disorder in which the body's own immune system attacks tissue in the body, commonly including the wrist(s).
Gout: a type of arthritis that occurs when uric acid crystals build up in the joint.
Septic arthritis: a type of arthritis that can cause extensive damage to the knee cartilage due to infection, swelling, redness and pain.
Mechanical Problems
Dislocated kneecap: occurs when the patella, or triangular bone that covers the front of your knee, slips out of place.
Hip or foot pain: it's not uncommon for hip or foot pain to eventually lead to knee problems.
Iliotibial band syndrome: this occurs when the iliotibial band tightens and rubs against the outer portion of your femur, causing knee pain.
Preventing Knee Pain
In many cases, knee pain cannot be prevented, but there are a few useful tips to help prevent and reduce wrist pain before it happens.
- lose weight to keep stress off of the knee
- be in the right shape for your sport
- practice sports & lifting weights with the right form
- stay flexible with yoga or stretching exercises
Using Guided Nutrients to Reduce Knee Pain
Guided Nutrients Topical Ointment has been found to be one of the best bone, cartilage & joint treatments available.
Our through-the-skin application helps with:
- Knee Pain resulting from current injuries that are affecting bones, cartilage and muscles.
- Relieve symptoms of Arthritis and other inflammatory conditions.
- Relieving symptoms from disfiguring calcium deposits, osteoporosis and other degenerative and bone wasting conditions.
- Knee Pain or discomfort brought on from sports, hard work or physical conditions.
