Diseases & Conditions

Medication For Knee Pain | How To Choose The Right Drug?

Achy joints are caused by a host of different things and popping random pills may not be beneficial. You need to know what’s causing the problem to know what medication for knee pain will help you the most. Now, common drugs for knee pain are either pain-relievers or anti-inflammatories. Supplements are a more natural route,…

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…

RICE For Knee Pain | Quick Guide On How It Works

A quick fix for your achy knee sounds so good, right? If that’s a yes, then you should try using RICE for knee pain! RICE means rest, ice, compression, and elevation. It’s a proven way to relieve pain and swelling early on for any type of knee injury. (1) This article will show how each…

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.…

The Pathophysiology Of Knee Osteoarthritis In Layman’s Terms | Guide For Nerds

The pathophysiology of knee osteoarthritis is a deep dive into all the bodily processes that cause this condition. So, heads up – this article is for hardcore nerds without a medical background. You’ll understand why this degenerative joint disease happens and the structures affected by it – in layman’s terms. See, my goal is to…

Physical Therapy For Osteoarthritis Of The Knee | How Does It Work?

Going to physical therapy for osteoarthritis of the knee is a key part of every OA treatment. Not only because it reduces knee pain but for many other reasons as well (more on this later). (1) In reality, we -physios- work with you as a team, with the single goal of helping you live with…

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