Your knees were not designed to twist and turn, kneeling and squatting all day long. Soccer players, carpenters, plumbers and housewives are just some of the people susceptible to knee pain and injury.
The knee joints are the largest joint in your body and on of the most complex. This structure of muscles, bones, ligaments and cartilage, supports and stabilizes your knee and you bend, straighten and twist during daily activities.
- Watch your weight. For every pound you are overweight, you put an additional six pounds of stress on your knees.
- Some over-the-counter heat rubs can also aid in making the knee more comfortable.
- Strengthen the knee with exercises that build up the supporting muscles.
- Protect the knee to prevent further injury.
- Rest. Avoid activities that cause pain, swelling or discomfort.
- Ice cold is preferable to heat in the beginning of an injury because it reduces swelling, inflammation and speed healing.
- Heat is best for chronicle pain. It can also help relieve stiffness and prepare your muscles for strengthening exercises.
- Elevate your knees above the level of your heart whenever possible.
- Select the proper shoes for your activities. If you play a sport, pick the appropriate shoes and be sure they are in good condition.
- Stretch. Warm up and cool down properly before any athletic activities.
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