What is Knee Osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis of the knee can be a debilitating and frustrating condition to deal with. Over time the cartilage surfaces of the knee can slowly show signs of degenerative aging. If this process is severe enough, pain and inflammation can result due to the shock absorption properties of the cartilage being compromised.
One may experience increased friction, stiffness, swelling and pain in the knee.
Knee Osteoarthritis
How is Knee Osteoarthritis commonly treated?
The list of treatment options for knee osteoarthritis is extensive. These treatments could include anti-inflammatory medication, knee replacement surgery, injection of platelets and other synthetic compounds. Exercise has been cited as the most important intervention for people managing arthritis for a number of reasons. Exercise has been shown to improve pain experience and knee functionality, aid in weight loss and is anti-inflammatory by nature. An exercise program should always be individualised and include a combination of mobility and strengthening exercises as well as cardiovascular exercise for the best results.
How can an Exercise Physiologist help?
You might think that exercising with painful knees is the wrong thing to do. This is where we can help. An Exercise Physiologists is a specilist at working with people with pain and injury and can guide you through the process of treating your knee pain with exercise. We have extensive knowledge of the body’s mechanics and movement, which helps us in teaching you how to move correctly and build strength around the knee in order to resume your normal activities and hobbies. By teaching good movement with effective exercises, we can help you both ease your knee pain and know how to manage any other pain you may experience in the future.
