How correctly to wear knee pads with arthrosis?

Knee braces, called "knee pads", are used for various diseases of the musculoskeletal system, such as arthrosis, arthritis, ligament damage, knee joint deformities and others.

Knee braces for arthrosis:

• significantly reduce inflammation and pain;
• relieve swelling and tension;
• returns freedom in motion;
• normalizes blood circulation.

Osteoarthritis can occur as a result of wear and tear of the joint, as well as as a result of degenerative changes in the climacteric period. There are arthrosis of the hip, knee, shoulder joints, as well as arthrosis of the joints of the spine. The most common are arthrosis of the knee joint.

Symptoms and effective treatment of knee arthrosis

Symptoms of this disease appear gradually, not in one day. If the patient develops knee arthrosis - the symptoms of the disease are more often manifested as:

• pain proportional to the joint load;
• restriction in movements;
• when walking, there may be a crunch;
• in the morning is difficult to disperse;
• on rough weather the joint "twists".

The knee is more common in women than in men. Age and weight also play a significant role in the development of the disease. People who are overweight at the age of 45-50 years are most susceptible to the development of the disease.

Knee arthrosis is a typical disease, the effect of which depends on how early it was detected. Treatment of knee arthrosis is complicated by the fact that in the early stages it is almost impossible to detect without the help of an X-ray.

In later stages, the joint lends itself to deformation, a noticeable swelling. This type is called deforming. Deforming arthrosis of the knee leads to the curvature of the leg, the axis of the leg deviates from the straight line, which entails a difficulty in the performance of the joint. In the end, the joint is completely destroyed, and the ability to move independently is lost.

Treatment can be conservative and operative. The method of treatment is chosen depending on the degree of complication of the disease. Knee massage for arthrosis, especially in cases where the code is combined with physical therapy and orthopedic treatment( knee pads) is the most effective method of conservative treatment.

It should be remembered that it is forbidden to massage the joint itself, as this will entail a strong inflammation of the periarticular tissues. You need to massage the muscles around to increase the blood flow to the inflamed place. It is also necessary to perform therapeutic gymnastics.

Especially useful for the restoration of blood circulation exercises "bike", "scissors", as well as raising and lowering the straight legs. With increasing pain, you must immediately stop the gym. Pain is evidence of overload. It is also necessary to adhere to a diet, while the diet should include all the necessary vitamins and minerals.

Be sure to wear knee pads. Specially created knee pads can be bought in specialized medical centers, but it's easier to make an order through an online store.

Types of knee braces

You should choose the knee using three parameters:

1. Type - selected according to the nature of the pain that arises in the joint. There are: closed

• - if the place of pain localization can not be accurately determined;
• open type with adjustable tension - during rehabilitation or with minor pain;
• open type with spiral stiffeners - with pain during walking on stairs;
• articulated knee - for pain of various types;
• knee to support the tendon - with pain under the calyx;

2. Material - from this indicator depends on the properties of the knee, such as warming, the degree of fixation. Neoprene, lycra, nylon, spandex and cotton knee pads are made;

3. Size - takes into account the knee and leg girth at 15 cm from and to it.
That's why before buying a knee pads should always consult with a qualified expert - this will help choose a model and material.