Knee pain is a common complaint that affects almost all age groups, but older people are more prone to develop this condition. The most common question is what are the exact causes and symptoms of knee pain? Side effects of any previous injuries, ligament, and cartilage tears can also result in knee pain in the later stages of life. However, in elderly people, the predominant cause of knee pain is arthritis. The symptoms of knee pain can differ from patient to patient. If someone is suffering from knee pain, then there are cures for it too.
The article provides a brief knowledge about the causes and symptoms of knee pain in elderly people.
Knee pain in the elderly is most common because as we age, the movement of the joints reduces. It becomes stiffer and less flexible. It occurs because the lubricating fluid in our joints decreases. As a result, more wear and tear on the joints occur. It affects the surrounding muscles and nerves, which cause pain. The bone becomes weak and more prone to fractures, which take a long recovery time.
Knee pain in the elderly can be caused due to many reasons some of them are:
The most common cause of knee pain is osteoarthritis and arthritis.
Due to side effects of any previous injury.
Tear of any ligament.
Due to bone fractures in an earlier stage of life.
Sitting in a constrained area.
Sitting on knees for a prolonged period.
Knee injury.
Meniscus tear: This is a common injury in which tissue tears due to severe The most common symptoms of meniscus tears are knee pain, swelling of the knee, redness, and tenderness, and limited range of motion.
Iliotibial band syndrome: A painful condition in which connective tissue rubs against The pain spreads throughout the leg and can affect the knee area. Symptoms are pain in the knees, legs, and hips.
Ā Ā Ā 8. Types of arthritis.
Osteoarthritis
Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis
Septic arthritis
Gout or pseudogout.
All the conditions lead to the seizure of the range of motion of the joints. Knee pain is accompanied by swelling and redness and often bruising around the affected region.
The most common and widely seen symptoms of knee pain are:
Knee Arthritis Symptoms
Symptoms of knee injury and knee sprain are similar to the ACL tear, ACL injury, and knee arthritis symptoms.
Doing regular light exercises, yoga and going out for walks can help to maintain good blood circulation and movement of the bones and muscles, which can not only prevent knee pain but also has other health benefits.
Please Note:Ā The above-mentioned exercises are effective in most cases. It is advisable to contact your doctor before doing any exercises.
Knee pain can be caused by a history of trauma. Therefore, it is best to take proper care of the wound. The treatment should not be stopped halfway and should continue to be taken for a long time as prescribed by the doctor. (note: it is recommended to contact a doctor before trying out any medications)
The patient must maintain a healthy weight and exercise regularly.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle: The patient should eat healthy and nutritious foods, get enough sleep and drink plenty of water.
The patient should control their blood sugar in the early stages.
Other chronic conditions such as high blood pressure or low blood pressure should also be controlled.
The patient can practice yoga and go for a walk.
The patient should quit smoking.
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Disclaimer: The above-mentioned remedies and medicines; are over the counter medicines and are effective in most cases. It is advisable to contact your doctor before taking any medications.
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