Osteoarthritis

4 Causes Of Outside Knee Pain After Basketball (And How To Fix Each One)

ITBS and meniscus tears are common causes of outside knee pain after basketball. Most of these injuries can be managed by using an ice pack and doing some physical therapy. But severe ones may require surgery to treat them. We’ll go over 4 of the most common knee injuries leading to outside knee pain after…

6 Best Knee Braces for Osteoarthritis in 2023 | Buyers Guide and Product Reviews

Finding the best knee braces for osteoarthritis can be challenging because of the sheer amount of options available to you. Worry not because our team of physical therapists decided to make things a little easier. We tested dozens of the market’s knee braces and knee sleeves and wrote our own reviews for what we think…

Pain Under Knee Cap After Basketball | 4 Possible Causes (With Treatments)

Feeling pain under the knee cap after basketball is usually a sign of an overuse injury. Thankfully, some rest and ice are often enough to ease the symptoms. Yet, it’s key to identify which injury is causing the pain under your kneecap after playing basketball. This ensures you get the right treatment and go back…

Is Heat Good For Osteoarthritis Of The Knee? | Benefits, Side Effects, And More

One of the easiest ways to manage wear and tear at home is with thermotherapy. But is heat good for osteoarthritis of the knee? Or is ice better? Well, yes – heat therapy is a great way to relieve arthritis symptoms in your knee. Also, there are other options you can use, aside from a…

What Helps Rebuild Cartilage In Knees? | 4 Surgical Procedures And Natural Options

Overuse, injury, and diseases are fairly common problems that damage our joints, making them prone to degeneration. So, it’s only natural to wonder: how to overturn this? What helps rebuild cartilage in the knees? Well, with the advancement of medicine, several surgical procedures can help with this. Certain dietary supplements may promote cartilage health as…

Knee Pain When Lying Down On Side | 5 Possible Causes

You’re finally home at the end of the day, and there it is – that annoying knee pain when lying down on your side. What could it be? More importantly – what can you do about it? Most of the time it’s something benign – your body begging for more physical activity. Other times, however,…

Knee Pain At Night | 9 Causes And Their Treatments

Having knee pain at night can be scary and frustrating. But with a little guidance, you might know what’s causing it and how to manage it. For example, a common cause of nighttime knee pain I’ve seen in my patients is excess physical activity during the day. This is easily manageable, but other causes like…

Taking CBD For Knee Replacement: Is It A Good Idea? | Yes And No, Here’s What To Consider

An increasingly popular and safe alternative to painkillers is CBD. For knee replacement, taking it before the surgery isn’t a good idea. But using it afterward can help provide pain relief. With that said, you must consult with your doctor first before taking it, as it may interact with certain medications. Now, we’ll discuss what…

Why Is Osteoarthritis Knee Pain Worse At Night? | 5 Causes And Solutions

Up to 80% of patients with knee OA have sleep problems due to their condition. (1) But, why is osteoarthritis knee pain worse at night? Well, 5 things may cause this. From hormones to anxiety, or even several nights of poor sleep in a row. Although for most, it’s likely a combination of these factors…

Knee Replacement Pain At Night | When To Worry + Treatments

About 50% of patients experience extreme knee replacement pain. At night the symptoms can get worse, which is a huge problem on its own – adequate sleep is key for recovery. (1) However, this acute postoperative pain should respond to medications and home treatments. If it doesn’t, it may be a sign that something’s wrong.…

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