Tag Archives: Knee

What is arthritis of the knee

Arthritis of the knee joint is one of the most common causes of knee pain. There are different types of arthritis that can affect the knee joint, and the treatments may vary depending on the specific condition that is causing the symptoms. Osteoarthritis is the most common type of knee arthritis. As the protective cartilage… Read More »

Can i do yoga with knee pain

If the person leading your class knows your knees have been giving you pain, rest your knees and apply ice if you do strain them while practicing yoga. Placing yoga among the best natural knee pain relief methods – impact way to exercise. Prepare your muscles, feet on the floor shoulder, twist torso and reach… Read More »

Trammpolin, A Meniscus Prosthesis to Improve Knee Surgeries: Interview with CEO Jan Hunik

Meniscus tears are a fairly common knee injury. Treatment typically involves complete or partial removal of the damaged meniscus. Without shock-absorbing role of the meniscus, however, patients are at risk for accelerated wear of the knee joint and osteoarthritis. Currently, patients have to wait for many years until they are eligible for a total knee… Read More »

A new look at steroid injections for knee and hip osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is a common and potentially debilitating condition. It’s a degenerative joint disease (often called the “wear-and-tear” type) in which the smooth lining of cartilage becomes thinned and uneven, exposing the bone beneath. Although osteoarthritis is tightly linked with aging, we now know there is more to it than age alone: genetics, weight, physical activity,… Read More »