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A Holistic Approach to Knee Pain Treatment: 4 Essential Steps for Lasting Relief
If you’re dealing with knee pain, finding the right treatment is crucial for restoring mobility and improving your quality of life. While medical treatment is an essential part of managing knee pain, adopting a holistic approach can significantly enhance your results and promote long-term joint health. At the Joint Relief Institute, we believe that the most effective knee pain treatment goes beyond the doctor’s office. Here are four key aspects of a holistic approach that can support your knee pain treatment plan and help you achieve optimal joint health: Conclusion: Enhancing Your Knee Pain Treatment with a Holistic Approach Integrating these holistic practices into your knee pain treatment plan can unlock the full potential of your joint health. By combining mindful movement, nourishing nutrition, stress reduction, and quality rest, you can experience greater freedom of movement and vitality. At the Joint Relief Institute, we’re committed to supporting you on your journey to optimal joint health. If you’re ready to take the next step in your knee pain treatment, contact us today. We’re here to help you find lasting relief and regain your mobility.
Read MoreThe Joint Relief Institute Is Coming to Minneapolis!
We’re proud to announce some incredibly exciting news for seniors with osteoarthritis living in the greater Minneapolis area. In October, the Joint Relief Institute will be opening a location in Edina, MN – just southwest of Minneapolis. We’ve been injecting hope and providing relief for thousands of patients monthly in the Chicagoland area, and we cannot wait to meet our new patients in Minnesota! For those of you who are just hearing about us for the first time, allow us to introduce ourselves. Since 2015, we have been administering viscosupplementation (more commonly known as gel shots) to patients who suffer from osteoarthritis of the knee. The injection of hyaluronic acid helps increase mobility and flexibility in patients who suffer from even advanced stages of bone-on-bone osteoarthritis. This procedure is non-invasive, fast-acting, painless, and affordable! Patients often will come in, receive their injection, and then walk out of the office to continue their day. The Joint Relief Institute has over 10 different gels to inject, in case of potential allergy, and we also use fluoroscopy – an advanced x-ray imaging technique that ensures accurate and effective injections. Without the use of fluoroscopy, even experienced providers can miss the joint 1/3rd of the time. An inaccurate injection may result in the medicine being ineffective – the Joint Relief Institute corrects this with accurate and safe injections. Our founder, Dr. Michael Hana, MD, dedicated his medical career to studying gel injections after witnessing the post-op difficulties that many patients who receive surgeries face. Considering that knee surgeries come with very serious risks and are often performed unnecessarily (up to 1/3 of knee surgeries are performed on patients that do not need them!), he sought out to spread awareness and adoption of viscosupplementation, which does not come with the serious risks and life-altering consequences that a knee replacement surgery would. The help and relief that gel injections can provide to patients in pain is inspiring to see firsthand. We’re known for keeping a close relationship with the folks who come in to receive our treatments, and we’ve been blessed to hear so many stories of amazing recovery. That is why we cannot wait to see you in Minneapolis, and show our patients that they, too, can conquer knee pain without knee replacement surgery!
Read More7 Most Common Symptoms of Knee Arthritis
The most common type of knee arthritis is osteoarthritis of the knee. It is a condition that causes inflammation of the knee joint. It is a degenerative disease that typically develops over time and results in the wear and tear of the knee joint. Other types of knee arthritis are post-traumatic arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Post-traumatic arthritis is a type of osteoarthritis. Thinning is caused by trauma such as injury from contact sports, falling, or a car crash. On the other hand, rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that triggers inflammation on the knee joint, causing the cartilage to wear away. In a healthy knee, the ends of the bones are covered with cartilage, which acts as a cushion to absorb shock and allow for smooth movement. If you have knee arthritis, the cartilage wears out, causing the bones to rub against each other. This causes symptoms such as stiffness, pain, and difficulty moving the knee joint. Below is a look at 7 common symptoms of knee arthritis. Pain Pain in the knee joint is the most common symptom of knee arthritis. The level of pain may vary from mild to severe. The pain can manifest as an ache, or as a sharp or burning sensation that you feel during movement or while at rest. It may get worse when you move the knee, or if you attempt to stand after sitting for a long time. Stiffness Knee arthritis often causes stiffness in the joint, making it difficult to move the knee freely. Patients often describe the stiffness as a feeling of tightness, discomfort, or resistance when trying to move the knee joint. It may be worse in the morning, or after periods of inactivity, such as sitting or standing for a long time. Over time, if left untreated, knee stiffness can lead to muscle weakness and even further joint damage. Swelling Swelling around the knee joint is another common symptom of knee arthritis. It is typically caused by inflammation. The swelling may be mild or severe. It can cause the kneecap to appear larger than usual. In some cases, the swelling can cause the skin around the knee to become tight and shiny. Limited range of motion Range of motion refers to the extent to which a joint can be moved in different directions, such as bending or straightening the knee. Inflammation, pain, and stiffness can lead to a loss of flexibility and a limited range of motion in the knee joint. Tenderness The knee joint may be tender to the touch, especially when pressure is applied. Tenderness may be felt in the front, back, or sides of the knee, and it may be more pronounced in areas where there is significant joint damage or inflammation. Cracking or popping sounds Some people with knee arthritis may hear cracking or popping sounds when they move the knee joint. Since the cartilage acts as a cushion between the bones in the knee joint, the bones can rub against each other when the cartilage wears away, causing the popping or cracking sound. Weakness Knee arthritis can cause weakness in the muscles around the knee, making it harder to support the joint during movement. You may experience the weakness as a wobbly feeling, like the knee is giving out. Conclusion Knee arthritis can be caused by a variety of factors, including age, genetics, injury, obesity, and overuse. While there is no cure for knee arthritis, there are a variety of treatment options available to help manage symptoms, such as medications, physical therapy, and surgery.
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