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How will exercise help my Osteoarthritic (OA) knee?
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Introduction If you’ve been diagnosed with knee arthritis, you may wonder whether exercise can help manage your symptoms. Many people visit my clinic asking the same question. The answer is yes—exercise is crucial to managing knee arthritis. While it won’t cure arthritis, the right exercises can reduce pain, improve mobility, and enhance knee function by…
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Would A Cane Or Crutch Be Better For My Arthritic Knee?
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Introduction Living with arthritis poses unique challenges, especially when it comes to mobility. One common dilemma individuals face is choosing between a cane or crutches for knee support. I get asked this a lot, and the benefits of using one are obvious. In this blog, we’ll explore the advantages of each option to help you…
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Would A Brace Help My Arthritic Knee?
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Introduction Arthritis in the knees can make it difficult to enjoy the activities you love, pushing many to explore different solutions for pain relief and mobility. One common consideration is using a knee brace. Many of my patients either use a brace or ask if they should get one. But before you strap one on,…
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Should You Use a Stick or Crutch for Arthritic Knees? Pros & Cons Explained
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Introduction Arthritis is a common condition that affects the joints, causing pain, stiffness, and inflammation. For those with arthritis in their knees, mobility can be a significant challenge. A healthcare provider may recommend walking aids such as a stick or crutch to ease movement. In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits and drawbacks of using…
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Deadlifts and Arthritic Knees: What You Need to Know
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Introduction Deadlifts are a popular strength training exercise that can help build strength in the lower body, including the legs and glutes. However, for people with arthritic knees, there may be concerns about whether or not deadlifts are safe or beneficial. In this post, we’ll explore the pros and cons of deadlifts for people with…
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Using a Stick – Top Tips
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Using a stick, also known as a cane, can help reduce pain and provide support. I see the benefits with my patients all the time. However, it is important to choose the right stick and adjust it to the correct height to ensure maximum benefit. In this blog, we will discuss what to consider when…
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Conquer the Stairs: Top Tips for Managing Stairs with Arthritic Knees
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If you’re one of the millions of people in the UK dealing with arthritic knees, you know that even the simplest tasks can become a real challenge. One such task that often induces a collective groan is climbing stairs. But fear not! In this blog post, we’ll share some practical tips to help you conquer…
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Climbing stairs, is it good for Arthritic knees?
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Climbing stairs certainly doesn’t feel good for most of my patients! So is it wise to try and do them in an attempt to improve your knees or avoid them? Like always it is not a simple yes or no answer. In this blog, we will explore this topic and give you ways to climb…
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Is rowing a good exercise if you have arthritic knees?
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Arthritis is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and one of its most common forms is osteoarthritis, which affects the knees. This condition can cause pain, swelling, and stiffness in the knees, making it challenging to exercise or perform daily activities. However, regular exercise is essential for maintaining overall health, and finding the…
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5 exercises to avoid when you have arthritic knees?
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Arthritis is a condition that affects the joints, causing pain, stiffness, and inflammation. For people with arthritis in their knees, exercise can be an important part of managing their symptoms and maintaining mobility and is recommended in the National Institute of Health and Care guidelines in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. However, not all exercises are…
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