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- Treat properly
- 1. If the knee hurts, just apply a pain cream
- 2. Squats are dangerous
- 3. An artificial joint is no longer a problem
- 4. Stretching in front of the sport is superfluous
- 5. An arthroscopy brings no benefit
- 6. Osteoarthritis is an aging symptom
- 7. After an operation you have to spare yourself
- 8. A torn ACL has to be operated on
- 9. While jogging it stands out - that's normal
- 10. Sport puts a strain on your knees - that's how it is
Treat properly
Too little exercise or the wrong - Knee pain not only hurt, they also harm your health. How to treat the knee properly? We clarify.
1. If the knee hurts, just apply a pain cream
It's not that easy. If knee pain occurs after a strain (eg sports, bumps ), you can resort to the pain cream . It contains decongestants and anti-inflammatory agents. For prolonged pain or if no cause is recognizable, a doctor should be consulted.
2. Squats are dangerous
This sports muffle excuse does not work. Even deep squats, which are often warned, do not hurt. On the contrary: They are an excellent strengthening for the leg muscles and help with cellulite. It's just important to do it correctly: put your feet hip-width, push your hips back and lower until it's under your knees. The knees are slightly outward.
3. An artificial joint is no longer a problem
In fact, a lot has happened here. But: An artificial joint should still be the last resort when all conservative measures have been exhausted. And so that the joint replacement lasts long and heals well, careful rehab, weight control and joint-friendly sports such as swimming and hiking are needed.
4. Stretching in front of the sport is superfluous
When stretching the spirits divorced. But the fact is: stretching exercises increase the elasticity of the muscles, thus reducing the risk of overload damage and knee pain . But it is very important to be careful. Stretching does not replace the general warm-up, but complements it.
5. An arthroscopy brings no benefit
The knee mirroring was long considered a panacea. But new studies show that using it routinely in osteoarthritis does not make sense. However, if free joint parts cause pain or blockages (eg cartilaginous splinters), their arthroscopic removal can relieve discomfort.
6. Osteoarthritis is an aging symptom
Orthopedists observe that osteoarthritis patients are getting younger and younger. Reason: In addition to age-related wear and injuries lead to joint wear. And because more and more young people are doing action-packed sports, more happens. On the other hand, lack of exercise is also a danger. The solution: moderate sport.
7. After an operation you have to spare yourself
Many patients are surprised by how fast they start physiotherapy after knee surgery. But that is very important to maintain or restore mobility . But beware: do not train on your own, but only perform appropriate, painless exercises! If the knee pain occurs again - reduce the training.
8. A torn ACL has to be operated on
Depending on age and sports ambition, an operation can be dispensed with. Jogging or cycling - this is also possible with a broken cruciate ligament . But: The knee is thus unstable, consequential damage is hard to avoid. For younger and very active, a cruciate ligament plastic is therefore advisable.
9. While jogging it stands out - that's normal
It is true that many pinch their knees when they return to sports after some time. But that should be with slower training . Otherwise, stinging is always a reason to pause. If it stings regularly, the knee should be examined.
10. Sport puts a strain on your knees - that's how it is
No, it depends on the type of movement. While abrupt changes of direction or impact like tennis or skiing are on your knees, cycling or walking are good. They strengthen the thigh muscles, which in turn support the knees.
