Alleviate Osteoarthritis Knee pain with Dr. Jun Reyes PT DPT
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Osteoarthritis is a common form of arthritis that often affects the knee. In the first stage, symptoms are mild, but by the fourth, a person may need surgery.
Osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee affects the bones, the cartilage, and the synovium in the knee joint.
Cartilage is a slippery tissue that provides a smooth surface for joint motion and acts as a cushion between the bones.
Synovium is soft, and it lines the joints. It produces fluid, called synovial fluid, for lubrication, and it supplies nutrients and oxygen to the cartilage.
As these functions break down, they no longer protect the bones of the knee joint, and bone damage occurs.
OA of the knee can cause pain and stiffness. The symptoms worsen over time.
The Arthritis Foundation suggest the following:
Maintaining a healthful weight: Excess weight puts extra pressure on the knees. Over time, this contributes to wearing down the cartilage.
Extra fat can also cause the body to produce cytokines, a type of protein. This can lead to widespread inflammation, and it can change the way that cartilage cells work.
Controlling blood sugar: High glucose levels can affect the structure and function of cartilage, and diabetes increases the risk of inflammation and cartilage loss.
In the U.S., more than 50% of people with diabetes also have arthritis.
Exercising regularly: Moderate exercise can help the joints stay flexible, strengthen the muscles that support the knees, and reduce the risk of many health conditions.
It may help to garden, walk, or swim for 30 minutes at a time, five times a week.
Anyone who has not exercised for an extended period, possibly due to difficulties with mobility, should ask a medical professional for advice about how to start.
25 июл 2024
