In a healthy person, all of the parts of the knee or hip joint work together, and the joint moves easily and without pain. However, disease or injury can disturb the knee joint, which can result in knee pain, muscle weakness, and limited movement. The knee is a very complex joint, vulnerable to injuries. While many knee injuries can be successfully treated with simple measures, such as bracing and rehabilitation exercises, other injuries may require surgery to correct.
At Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital you can find the best team of orthopaedic specialists ready to help you regain your freedom of movement.
To avoid or reduce the discomfort of the joints is to maintain a healthy weight at all times or lose excess weight if that is the case.
Vitamin C and calcium are important to take; vitamin C is necessary for the formation of collagen which is known to support joint tissue; calcium strengthens bones.
Remember to warm up before exercising to prevent injury.
Stretching helps maintain range of motion, build muscle and promote flexibility.
Keep moving to avoid joint stiffness.