Full Version: Stiffness in Knees
Anyone using anything or have any suggestions to help with osteoarthritis in my knees?
Hi there,
Well, this damp weather isn't helping is it? All I know about getting better are exercises that I did at physical therapy last year which strengthen the thighs so it helps take pressure off the knees. If they are stronger, the knees get a rest. I will try to find them and pm them to you if you are interested. I went from not being able to squat and barely bend to totally bending again. I also used heat first for 10 minutes to loosen up and then they suggested cold packs to stop inflammation for 10 when I was done. I have tried glucosamine, but am not convinced at all. It may not hurt, but for the cost, why bother if it doesn't work? How is your tmj, I have been in pain there too, really bad. tried a burger and whew! bad news.
Well, this damp weather isn't helping is it? All I know about getting better are exercises that I did at physical therapy last year which strengthen the thighs so it helps take pressure off the knees. If they are stronger, the knees get a rest. I will try to find them and pm them to you if you are interested. I went from not being able to squat and barely bend to totally bending again. I also used heat first for 10 minutes to loosen up and then they suggested cold packs to stop inflammation for 10 when I was done. I have tried glucosamine, but am not convinced at all. It may not hurt, but for the cost, why bother if it doesn't work? How is your tmj, I have been in pain there too, really bad. tried a burger and whew! bad news.
QUOTE (enough @ Apr 28 2009, 08:48 PM) 
Hi there,
Well, this damp weather isn't helping is it? All I know about getting better are exercises that I did at physical therapy last year which strengthen the thighs so it helps take pressure off the knees. If they are stronger, the knees get a rest. I will try to find them and pm them to you if you are interested. I went from not being able to squat and barely bend to totally bending again. I also used heat first for 10 minutes to loosen up and then they suggested cold packs to stop inflammation for 10 when I was done. I have tried glucosamine, but am not convinced at all. It may not hurt, but for the cost, why bother if it doesn't work? How is your tmj, I have been in pain there too, really bad. tried a burger and whew! bad news.
Well, this damp weather isn't helping is it? All I know about getting better are exercises that I did at physical therapy last year which strengthen the thighs so it helps take pressure off the knees. If they are stronger, the knees get a rest. I will try to find them and pm them to you if you are interested. I went from not being able to squat and barely bend to totally bending again. I also used heat first for 10 minutes to loosen up and then they suggested cold packs to stop inflammation for 10 when I was done. I have tried glucosamine, but am not convinced at all. It may not hurt, but for the cost, why bother if it doesn't work? How is your tmj, I have been in pain there too, really bad. tried a burger and whew! bad news.
Hello Enough:). Please pm those exercises. I've been walking 3-4 days a week anywhere from 30-50 minutes. Right now I have to skip a day after exercising to allow my knees to rest because of the stiffness.
My tmj was bothering today, but I think it's from eating cashews yesterday. It might also be from stress since I had to take my final exam for a class that I'm taking. I was unaware of tensing up my jaw or muscles, but I did notice that my jaw was hurting after I completed the exam.
I look forward to getting those exercises and trying them out
. I prefer natural remedies whenever possible.
I have to find where I put these exercises, which may take a while, but I will try to get them to you today sometime. Feel better.
I use a cream on my knees when they get real bad...its Natrol MSM with Glucosamine.
If you're interested I'll PM you and give you the link to a place you can order it from. I haven't been able to find it in the stores for a very long time. But it does make my knees feel better...I usually rub it on at night before going to bed and the next morning they feel pretty good.
jes
If you're interested I'll PM you and give you the link to a place you can order it from. I haven't been able to find it in the stores for a very long time. But it does make my knees feel better...I usually rub it on at night before going to bed and the next morning they feel pretty good.
jes
QUOTE (JES80 @ Apr 29 2009, 06:46 PM)
I use a cream on my knees when they get real bad...its Natrol MSM with Glucosamine.
If you're interested I'll PM you and give you the link to a place you can order it from. I haven't been able to find it in the stores for a very long time. But it does make my knees feel better...I usually rub it on at night before going to bed and the next morning they feel pretty good.
jes
If you're interested I'll PM you and give you the link to a place you can order it from. I haven't been able to find it in the stores for a very long time. But it does make my knees feel better...I usually rub it on at night before going to bed and the next morning they feel pretty good.
jes
Thanks JES. Please PM the link
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I highly recommend ACUPUNCTURE!! Doctors at Mayo Clinic concur it is especially helpful for osteoarthritis of the knee. I can't even bend down and after 3 treatments the pain is gone.
Blessings,
Wendy
Blessings,
Wendy
Good morning,
I haven't found the exercises yet, but i am checking some web sites for some. Here is one link that uses what I did. I'll keep checking. Also, I had alot of success with the acupuncture last year with my jaw, I was barely able to open it and after the first treatment it was so much better and after three really good. It's just too pricey for me.
http://www.hipsandknees.com/knee/kneeexercises.htm
here's another
http://www.holisticonline.com/Remedies/Art...g-exercises.htm
I haven't found the exercises yet, but i am checking some web sites for some. Here is one link that uses what I did. I'll keep checking. Also, I had alot of success with the acupuncture last year with my jaw, I was barely able to open it and after the first treatment it was so much better and after three really good. It's just too pricey for me.
http://www.hipsandknees.com/knee/kneeexercises.htm
here's another
http://www.holisticonline.com/Remedies/Art...g-exercises.htm
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