the pressure through the joint and adds to cartilage breakdown. Recent research suggests that unhealthy diets (i.e., processed foods, high sugar content, etc.) are associated with increased inflammation throughout the body. This inflammation increases the likelihood of experiencing knee pain than patients with healthy weight and diets and similar cartilage damage. There are also physical risk factors associated with increased knee osteoarthritis, including: • Injury to the joint • Participation in certain occupational activities (i.e., repetitive movements like bending or prolonged positions like sitting/driving) • Participation in sports (i.e., contact sports) • Thigh flexor muscle weakness and knee osteoarthritis Common Symptoms of Knee Arthritis It can sometimes be challenging to determine if you are genuinely experiencing arthritic symptoms or if you simply have a joint that is irritated from prolonged positions or from being overworked. The most common signs and symptoms of knee arthritis include: • Pain in the affected joint, which may spread to surrounding soft tissue • Stiffness that leads to loss of motion • Inflammation including warmth/heat around the joint • Joint creaking and pain with movement (especially when weight bearing) • Abnormalities in gait (such as limping) • Weakness of the muscles surrounding the joint If you have been suffering and looking for relief, do not hesitate to contact us today before your condition worsens. How Physical Therapy Can Help Arthritis Regardless of the cause of arthritis, physical therapy plays a significant role in treating its symptoms. Physical therapy should always be the first treatment method before resorting to more aggressive procedures, such as surgery.
Your knee treatments will consist of a thorough history to understand more about your typical daily schedule and the everyday demands on your body. We want to get an idea of your overall health status, including factors contributing to your condition. Physical therapy works by reducing the pain and restoring the motion in your joints. Treatments to improve strength, balance, and coordination have also been shown to help people maintain their function. The healthier your knee joints and the stronger your muscles, the less wear-and-tear, thus reducing inflammation and pain. Your physical therapist will guide you through targeted, goal- specific exercises to reduce inflammation, provide greater support to the joints, and help your muscles regain their overall strength. Get Started Today! At Pittman Physical Therapy, we are dedicated to treating each arthritic case individually. Each patient will receive a personalized treatment plan based on their specific needs. Contact us today to get your knees started on the right path to health. Discover how you can move freely once again with the help of physical therapy!
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