Knee Pain
Knee pain is a common condition that causes great inconvenience in daily life. Recent research results have shown that the causes of knee pain are diverse and are caused by a combination of various factors such as individual lifestyle habits, past injuries, and aging.
Degenerative arthritis: The most common cause is caused by the wear and tear of cartilage.
Meniscus damage: The crescent-shaped cartilage inside the knee joint is damaged, causing pain.
Cruciate ligament damage: The ligaments that support the knee joint can be damaged due to intense exercise or trauma.
Chondromalacia patellae: This is a condition in which the cartilage on the back of the patella, the bone in the front of the knee, is damaged.
Overuse syndrome: This occurs when the muscles and ligaments around the knee are damaged due to excessive exercise or activity.
Metabolic disease: Metabolic diseases such as diabetes and gout can worsen knee pain.
Consultation
Through counseling, the cause of the pain and malfunction of body is identified and a treatment plan and period are established.
Co-Recare treatment
Pain relief: Relieve pain and reduce inflammation through cold compresses, hot compresses, ultrasound therapy, and electrical stimulation therapy.
Increase joint range of motion: Restore joint flexibility and relieve muscle tension through stretching exercises.
Strengthening: Strengthen the muscles around the knee to stabilize the joint and reduce the burden.
Gait training: Learn the correct walking posture and conduct training to reduce pain that occurs when walking.
Weight control: Obesity increases the burden on the knee joint, so weight control can slow the progression of arthritis.
Manual therapy: This is a treatment where a physical therapist directly manipulates muscles and joints with their hands to relieve pain and restore function.
Managing Knee Pain at Home
Regular exercise: Do regular exercise of appropriate intensity and type to strengthen your muscles and maintain flexibility.
Weight control: Maintain a healthy weight through a healthy diet and regular exercise.
Rest: Avoid activities that put excessive stress on your knees and get plenty of rest.