Yes, there are at least 15 ways to relieve pain from knee OA. But, what is the best treatment for osteoarthritis in knees? The truth is that there isn’t a single best way to treat knee osteoarthritis. But, some treatments will definitely help more than others. So, we reviewed guidelines from several medical associations and…
Several home remedies for osteoarthritis not only help with knee pain, but also help delay cartilage degeneration. They’re so effective, the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons strongly recommends self-management as a treatment for knee osteoarthritis. (1) Below are the top 11 home treatments for knee OA that will ease your knee pain the most. There…
If you have knee osteoarthritis, it’s natural to wonder when surgery is necessary. The short answer is that you’ll need surgery when your quality of life has severely deteriorated due to arthritis. The catch is that this is extremely subjective. For an athlete, it can be the inability to play sports. For others, it might…
Do your knees hurt when exercising? You’re not alone. This is a common exercise complaint I’ve seen in my patients. They wonder why this happens and, more importantly, how to avoid it. And, honestly, the causes vary widely. Some people feel pain because their thigh muscles are weak. Others, because their joints don’t have enough…