Over 2-3 years I went to see three different orthopedic doctors and learned that knee pain is very often caused by meniscus tears and/orosteoarthritis, both of which are the result of “wear and tear” in the knee joint. Osteoarthritis is the wearing away of the cartilage on the ends of...
When you carry extra pounds you also speed up the loss of cartilage in your knees. That's the stuff that creates a cushion between your bones. If you don't have enough, your bones start to rub against each other. And that leads to irritation, pain, and swelling. When you drop a few...
I have had cartilage pain in and around my knees for a number of years now. I feel like I've tried just about every remedy under the sun and never had much success. At this point I have resigned myself to just using ice. It is the cheapest method and at this point the easiest an...
Knees do constant, heavy, work with lots of moving parts. Repeated motions like running can cause problems (tendinosis, runner’s knee). You also might hurt one suddenly if you twist it, hit it, or land wrong after a jump. Damage to bone, the cartilage that covers it, or one of the...
Because the joints in the lower body are connected together in a kinetic chain, it is also common to have tight ankles if you have tight hips, hamstrings, or knees. Ankle flexion and strength are also connected to the physiological health of the lower back, glutes, and hip flexors.2Yoon...
Pet Ramps:Replace stairs to reduce joint stress. Comfort Tip:Keep your dog’s environment consistent to avoid confusion or accidents. Comment 8: “What is the role of massage therapy in managing canine arthritis?” Massage therapy is an excellent non-invasive way to alleviate arthritis pain in ...
An enzyme called lysyl oxidase that contains copper plays a key role in promoting healthy skin. Certain types of collagen also support joint health. Along with other micronutrients, like vitamin D and vitamin E, it boosts collagen activity that affects cartilage in the knees, hips, and more. ...
Sudden straightening of the legs to a standing position can loosen the joints and damage the soft cartilage of the socket," explains theInternational Hip Dysplasia Institute. "Swaddling infants with the hips and knees in an extended position may increase the risk of hip dysplasia and dislocation....
with inflammation being the body’s preferred answer to the inflicted trauma.Inflammation is caused by the constant tugging and pulling that puts enormous strain on the finger joints.This constant inflammation and trauma result in the reduction of cartilage in the joints, which is the definition of...