Knee pain can occur at any age. This pain can be caused by injury, arthritis, or any other reason. Bone loss becomes more common after the age of 40. Most patients present with knee pain due to osteoporosis. This problem is more common in women than in men. Its incidence increases after women reach the age of 45, i.e., when their periods stop. However, those suffering from such pain will benefit from proper treatment and special exercises.
What causes knee pain?
Causes of injury—ligaments and meniscus, tendon injuries, or even broken bones. A dislocated patella can cause pain.
- Osteoarthritis, or rheumatism.
- Osteoperosis, or bone loss.
- Rheumatic arthritis.
- Joint infection.
Sometimes the pain is in the lower back or under the ankle, but the pain can be felt in the knee.
Treatment of knee pain
is determined according to the problem. If the knee is swollen, reduce the swelling. If the knee temperature is high, ice and hot packs can be given if the temperature is normal. Muscle strengthening and stretching exercises—which increase knee strength and range of motion. The main treatment for erosive problems should be to stop the bone loss.
The patient has to follow some advice throughout his life. For example, keeping diabetes under control, reducing body weight, using a high chair or toilet, not kneeling, and exercising regularly as prescribed by the doctor.
And if the knee is swollen, reduce walking, take full rest, and consult a doctor.
Exercise for knee pain
Certain exercises can help with knee pain. These exercises should be done at least 2-3 times throughout the day, each exercise should be done 5–10 times. But the best exercise for knee pain is swimming. This reduces the stress on the joint, but tightens the muscles.
Straighten the knees and keep the legs in a tight position. Stay like this for 10 seconds. Then keep the legs in their normal positions and rest. Do the exercise 5–10 times. You can do this exercise while lying, sitting, or in the office.
Fold a towel under your knees and lie down with your legs stretched out for 10 seconds. Then rest in the same position, keeping the legs normal. Do this exercise 5–10 times.
Stand with both hands on the back of a chair. Bend the right knee once and the left knee next time. Do this exercise 5–10 times.
resistance
- Walk regularly.
- Keep your body weight under control.
- Eat foods rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
- A warm-up should be done before sports. Players need to strengthen the muscles around the knee.
- Knee pain can be cured with regular, light exercise and proper treatment.
Associate Professor, National Institute of Orthopedic Hospital and Rehabilitation (NETORE)