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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 To Clean A Knee Brace in 4 Steps (Plus 5 Tips To Keep Your Brace Clean)

Knee braces accumulate sweat and dirt. And, if they’re not cleaned properly, bacteria can decompose. Thus, producing bad odors, skin rashes, or shortening the life of the brace.(1) So, how to clean a knee brace? The manufacturer will give you precise cleaning instructions. These will depend on the type and fabric of your brace. It’s…

Is Walking Good For Knee Bursitis? | Yes and No. Here’s Why.

“Housemaid’s knee” is one of the most common types of bursitis. And, it happens because of repetitive motion. This raises the question: Is walking good for knee bursitis? (1) The short answer is that, yes, walking can be good for knee bursitis. But, there are certain situations where it might be better to stay off…

Will A Knee Brace Help A Torn Meniscus? | When It Can And When It Can’t

You can find a knee brace practically anywhere. It’s a safe and cheap solution for managing knee pain. But, will a knee brace help a torn meniscus? Knee braces can help particularly with severe tears – they protect the knee and help it heal faster. But, they may not be necessary when there’s little to…

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 Strengthen Your Knees? | 6 Effective Exercises

Knee pain accounts for nearly 4 million primary care visits annually.(1) The best way to exclude yourself from that statistic? Learn how to strengthen your knees. You can easily strengthen your knee muscles at home with these 6 exercises. They’re versatile, and you can adapt them to your current level to reap the benefits! I’ll…

How to Measure Knee Sleeves in 3 Simple Steps (And Why Size Matters)

Studies say that off-the-shelf knee sleeves provide 20-30% extra protection to the knee.(1) However, their effects are also dependent on you wearing the right size. So, let’s talk about how to measure knee sleeves and why they matter. If it’s too small, it will affect your performance and even cause some serious health issues on…

Knee Inflammation From Running | All You Need To Know About Runner’s Knee

Knee inflammation while running that, in turn, causes pain around your kneecap is surprisingly quite common. As a matter of fact, research suggests that this happens to nearly 23% of the general population.(1) And, given the frequency of this injury, I think it’s important you know more about it. So, first and foremost, what is…

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