Home Remedies To Treat Knee Pain
Following are the few home remedies that help you to treat knee
pain:
Try RICE For Sprains & Strains
If you have fallen badly or twisted your leg or sprained or
strained your knee joint then you can follow “RICE”, which means Rest, Ice,
Compression & Elevation.
Apply a bag of ice and a cold compress to your knee joint. In
fact, a pack of frozen vegetables will work too. A compression bandage helps
you to prevent swelling. Be careful, don’t apply it too tightly else it may cut
off the blood circulation. Also, don’t forget to keep your foot elevated as
much as possible.
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Exercise
Daily exercise is very important for a healthy mind and a
healthy body. Exercise strengthens your muscles and maintains mobility. Regular
exercise is amazing for the treatment of osteoarthritis (OA). You can choose
any of the workouts according to your ability. In fact, you can indulge in cycling,
walking, swimming, yoga, or more.
If you have serious knee pain then it’s better to consult a
doctor first.
Manage Your Weight
Obesity is bad for your overall body. It’s quite fine to say that obesity is the root cause of many diseases. Overweight put additional pressure on your knee joints which can cause you serious knee injuries. Thus, it’s imperative to manage your weight. According to a recent study by surgeons, people with high BMI or body mass index have more chances of osteoarthritis. Weight management may help you to reduce knee pain. Set a target weight and follow a plan to reach your target. Eat healthily and exercise regularly!
Herbal Ointment
An ointment is great for quick pain relief. You can apply
ointment on your knee joint to reduce pain. Salve is a very effective herbal
ointment. This is rich in ginger, mastic, cinnamon, and sesame oil. Many people
found Salve more effective than other creams or gels that claim pain-relief.
So, you can give this a try and then assess your knee pain. If
the problem continues then it’s better to visit a knee doctor without any
delay.
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