Osteoarthritis

What Kind of Doctor for Knee Pain? | Orthopaedist vs Rheumatologist

Research says that knee pain affects 25% of adults. It gets better on its own most of the time, but what if it gets worse? What kind of doctor for knee pain will be best? (4) Generally, your options will be between an orthopaedist and a rheumatologist. Your choice should depend on your symptoms and…

Knees Hurt When Sitting | 5 Causes and How to Treat Them

Nowadays, most people spend at least two-thirds of their working hours on their butts. So, maybe your knees hurt when sitting because you’ve been in that chair for too long. (1) It can be that simple, really. And, your aching knees will feel better after walking a little. But, knee pain while sitting can also…

Bursitis Knee Pain At Night | 6 Ways To Reduce It (Plus Causes, Treatment, and More)

People with bursitis knee pain at night usually say it’s worse than during the day. Why does that happen? And more importantly, what can you do about it? One reason is that your senses aren’t as distracted before you sleep. Compared to how you usually are during the day, this can make you focus more…

Does Knee Bursitis Go Away? | Recovery Time, Treatment, Tips, And More

That swollen lump on your knee can prevent you from doing your job and even make walking a painful task. It can be very frustrating, so it’s only natural to wonder: does knee bursitis go away? Luckily, yes, it goes away for most people. The key is to avoid activities that increase your knee pain…

How Do Knee Braces Work? | Benefits of Braces and Sleeves, Choosing What’s Best

Knee braces are popular garments for knee problems. You know braces may reduce pain and support your knee, but… How do knee braces work? There’s a wide variety of knee supports. What they all have in common is that they work by protecting the knee and supporting the knee joint. But they do so in…

What Kind Of Knee Brace Do I Need? | Case-by-Case Recommendations From a Physical Therapist

There are several types of knee braces. One of the most common questions I get from my knee patients is: What kind of knee brace do I need? This depends on several factors. These include your symptoms, whether you had a knee injury or not, and if so, how severe it was. For example, you’ll…

Why Do My Knees Crack? | 3 Reasons, How To Stop It, And When You Should Be Worried

Before becoming a physical therapist, I always wondered: “Why do my knees crack so much? Am I injured?” They’ve always been noisy but painless. It scared me – I thought I was buying a ticket straight to knee surgery. My knees always crack and pop when I climb stairs and when I do squats. There…

How To Get Fluid Out Of The Knee Naturally | Easy Tips and Common Causes

Having a swollen knee is so frequent it should be common knowledge to know how to get fluid out of the knee naturally. You can safely reduce the excess fluid in the knee with some home treatments. These include the RICE method, pain relievers, and more. But, keep in mind that while these will reduce…

How To Relieve Knee Pain At Night? | 7 Tips, Causes, Why They Happen, and When You Should be Worried

If you’re having knee pain, you know some nights can be a hassle. Changing positions constantly, losing precious hours of sleep… It’s natural to wonder how to relieve knee pain at night for good. The first step is identifying what caused the pain – Arthritis? Gout? Injuries? This will help you get rid of the…

How to Reduce Swelling in The Knee Quickly in 4 Steps

How to reduce swelling in the knee quickly? Should you buy an elastic bandage for compression? Or just put ice on it? Do you take an anti-inflammatory as well? Having swollen knees can be bothersome and painful. Thankfully, rest and home care treatment is enough for most people to manage that excess of fluid. Make…

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