In addition to natural, inevitable aging of the knee joints, other factors can make you more susceptible to this wear and tear. Osteoarthritis, trauma, excess body weight and lack of muscle strength and flexibility can all cause or contribute to knee problems.

SAVE YOUR KNEE in Hindi by Dr.RAJAT JANGIR

Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis and other beong rheumatoid arthrtis. With this aging degenerative process, the cartilage that cushions the joints breaks down and can cause pain, immobility, and stiffness.

Whether a previous injury or repetitive stress from high impact activity jumping, running, etc., injury to the knee can also result in acute, dull, recurring or chronic pain. This trauma can eventually develop into osteoarthritis if left untreated.

Putting extra stress on weight-bearing joints like your knees puts you at risk for knee pain, as well.  This excess body weight not only accelerates joint deterioration but also increases your risk of osteoarthritis.

Weak or inflexible muscles also put undue stress on the knee joints. Without good muscular strength and flexibility to safely support your full range of motion, your knees are at a greater risk of injury.

You can help protect the health of your knees by adopting these healthy  lifestyle habits, irrespective of your age. Always consider your doctor  before starting a new exercise regimen.

Exercises for KNEE PAIN OSTEOARTHRITIS in Hindi

Strengthen your upper and lower leg muscles around knee. strenthen your hamstrings, quadriceps, gluteus muscles, hip flexors and psoas muscles.

Stretch those same leg muscles to support your full range of motion. Try incorporating yoga into your stretching routine.

Maintain a recommended weight. Extra pounds add significant stress to the knees. Even a 10-pound weight loss can make significant difference to your knee.

Choose low-impact exercises to protect the cartilage in your knees. Cardiovascular activities like cycling (on a properly fitted bike) and swimming can help keep knee cartilage healthy and prevent future damage.

See a your Doctor  right away if you have a swollen knee with pain or stiffness.

Be cautious when playing sports that require you to abruptly start, stop or direction change, like basketball or football.

Stay active every day. Physical activity everyday helps prevent stiffness and muscle atrophy and can protect your knees from future injury.

Mix up your exercise routine. Activities that put repetitive stress on your knees can increase your risk of developing a knee problem. Its better to mix up your exercises.

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Knee replacement surgery can help you with severe oateo-arthritis pain and may help you walk easier too. Cartilage wear and tear with ageing , illness, or a knee injury can damage the cartilage around your knee joint. If your arthritis symptoms are severe, doctor may suggest knee replacement.

Knee Replacement in Jaipur

What Is Knee Replacement?

During knee replacement surgery, the surgeon removes damaged cartilage and bone out of the knee  and replaces it with manmade joint. The operation is also called knee arthroplasty, and it’s one of the most common bone surgeries after the age of 50 years in India.

घुटना प्रत्यारोपण ने दिया नया जीवन Knee Replacement in jaipur

 

Symptoms of Knee Arthritis

Most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and arthritis that happens after an injury.

Main symptoms of knee arthritis are

1. Pain
2. Swelling
3. Stiffness 

Over time, it may get so stiff that walking is hard or even impossible. You might have other symptoms as well, depending on type of arthritis.

Osteoarthritis Knee

The cartilage that provides cushion to the knee joint can wear with aging process, so that bone rubs against bone. Normal movement of the knee joint get more and more painful. This “wear and tear” is called osteoarthritis, and it is more common in people over 55.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune  disesse in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own joints, causing pain and swelling. Osteoarthritis can  just involve one knee joint, rheumatoid arthritis involves both sides of the body. It can also affect the hands, wrists, and feet of both sides. Rheumatoid arthritis can also cause other symptoms like fever, fatigue and morning stiffness.

Post-Injury Arthritis

In few cases, osteoartritis starts after an injury to knee joint. The arthritis might not happen immediately after injry . This injury can lead to damaged cartilage over time, causing pain and stiffness later on.

When to Consider Knee replacement  Surgery

Knee replacement surgery may help you

if other arthritis treatments (Medicine Physiotherapy) don’t work

and you have any of the following:

• You are not able to walk very long or very well
• You are not able to  get in or out of a chair
• Your knee is bowed in or out
• Moderate to severe pain even when you’re resting

What is done in surgery?

Knee replacement surgery usually takes 1 to 2 hours. The surgeon removes damaged cartilage and bone from the knee joint. Then the surgeon attaches metal implants to the ends of the thigh and calf bones. Plastic spacer goes between the metal pieces and helps the new joint move smoothly.

How long to stay in Hospital ?

Most people stay in the hospital for three to four days or longer after knee replacement surgery. You will be given some pain medicine. You should try to move your knee soon after surgery. Allowed to walk around very next day after surgery. With the help of physiotherapist you can go to toilet by youself very next day after surgery.  Moving around increases blood flow to the leg muscles and can help reduce swelling and pain.

Care at Home after surgery ?

When you come back home from hospital, you should be able to walk with crutches or a walker. But you may require help for bathing, cooking, and with household chores for the first 3 to 6 weeks. 

Keep on Moving……………………..

To make the most of your new replaced knee, you should follow your doctor’s orders about being active in weeks after the surgery. Too much of rest can slow your recovery down, but you don’t want to overdo it, either. Focus on moving around your house, taking walks, and doing the exercises suggested by your physiotherapist.

Physical Therapy

Physical therapy for knee replacement  surgery includes exercises for flexibility and strength. You can do these exercises at a physiotherapy center or at home, but be sure to ask the physiotherapist how to do them the right way. You should keep them up as long as your doctor recommends, usually at least 3 months after surgery.

How Long takes the Recovery?

All patients recovers from surgery at their own pace. Your surgeon will tell you when it is safe to go back to your normal activities. 

• Household activity: 3-6 weeks
• Work: 4 weeks or more- depending on your job requirements
• Swimming: 6-8 weeks
• Driving: Before you can drive, will need to be off pain medicine and be able to get in and out of the car. You may be able to start driving within 4 to 6 weeks, even if your driving leg was operated on.

Protecting Your Knee Implant !

You can extend the life of your knee implant by taking care of it. After surgery, use a cane or walker until your balance improves, as a fall can cause serious damage to a new joint. High-impact activity can also take a toll on knee implants, so most doctors warn against jogging, jumping, and contact sports.

Success for Knee Replacement !!

Some activities are off-limits after a knee replacement, you still have plenty of others to choose from.

1. Unlimited walking
2. Golf
3. Cycling
4. Ballroom dancing
5. Swimming are all safe for most people with knee implants.

By following your doctor’s guidelines, you can expect long-lasting results that is  about 85% of knee replacements will last 20 years. 

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