The Ultimate Guide to Knee Osteoarthritis: Where to start, what to expect, and more- The 8 BURNING questions
Knee Osteoarthritis is a form of inflammatory arthritis, not wear and tear. There are so many misconceptions out there. The goals of this article are to make it simple for you but to also bring you hope. The hardest part about a knee osteoarthritis diagnosis is not knowing where to go next and constantly worrying […]
Walking Backwards: New Answer For Knee Arthritis Sufferers Who Want To Lead A Happy, Active Life in 2024
What if simply changing the direction you are walking could actually REDUCE your arthritis pain? It can be as easy as walking backwards! A recent study showed that “a 6-week retro walking program compared with forward walking or control groups resulted in greater reduction in pain and functional disability and improved quadriceps muscle strength and […]
How to sleep with lower back pain, knee pain, and other arthritic aches: 5 best strategies
Learning how to sleep with lower back pain, knee pain and osteoarthritis in other joints can be critical when it comes to finding pain relief. Poor quality sleep can actually increase your sensitivity to pain. But getting better sleep may feel easier said than done right now. Learn 5 strategies on how to sleep better […]
3 simple steps to squat with osteoarthritis knee pain from a physical therapist
It is possible to squat even with osteoarthritis knee pain. In fact, it’s something you NEED to learn how to do in order to use the bathroom, get in your car, get up from a chair, and many other tasks. As a physical therapist, I know squats can be painful but after helping hundreds of […]
How to find the RIGHT Arthritis Specialist For You in 2024
An arthritis specialist is someone who has experience in treating those with a certain type of arthritis, usually rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis. These clinicians and practitioners explore all options and stay up to date with the most current treatments. Seeing an arthritis specialist can help you understand all of your options as well as the […]
Pain in the Back of the Knee? 3 Must See Exercises to Reduce Tightness & Improve Mobility
Tightness and pain in the back of the knee is a common issue that many people experience. It is also a common symptom of knee osteoarthritis that can impact walking, stair climbing and standing. The primary reason for pain in the back of the knee is the presence of muscle imbalances. The three muscle groups […]
Overcoming Knee Pain on Stairs 101: Going down with Ease
Knee pain on stairs is not something you are doomed with when it comes to osteoarthritis. It is possible to regain strength, confidence and balance to help support your knees and to take the pressure off. If you have knee osteoarthritis, it may seem impossible to climb up or down stairs like you used to. […]
15 Amazingly Simple Things You Need to Know About Inflammation Reducing Foods & Habits in 2024
Inflammation reducing foods could be the missing link in your arthritis relief. Osteoarthritis pain can actually stem from low grade chronic inflammation which explains why food and movement can have such a positive impact on pain and stiffness levels. There is lots of information out there, it can be hard to weed through it all. […]
Arthritis of the knee? 5 ways feel more confident walking longer distances
If you have arthritis of the knee, walking longer distances can become quite the challenge. If you have a trip coming up, want to return to neighborhood walks with your friends or walk around Costco, this article is for you. As a physical therapist I often find people are commonly missing important movements in their […]
Knee Pain Going Down Stairs? 3 Secrets to Finally Walk Down the Stairs with EASE
Knee pain going down stairs is common and that is for a few reasons. Whether you have knee osteoarthritis, a past knee injury, meniscus injury or past knee replacement, going down the stairs may be more difficult than going up. If that is true, there are 3 secrets that can help you go down the […]
