Pain in the knees can impact a person's confidence negatively, whether it's due to arthritis, an injury, or general wear and tear. Arthritis is one of the most common reasons for knee pain as there are several different types of arthritis that may cause you knee pain. As your knee usually wears down with age, your joint may turn stiff, sore or achy. Making your day to day life difficult and limiting your ability to do basic tasks, resulting in reduced quality of life. Fortunately, orthopedic specialists suggest certain exercises to help get rid of pain and improve movement. Keep reading to learn the five best exercises and other advanced treatment options such as robotic knee replacement surgery available at Sohana Hospital, Mohali.
Lie on your back; bend one knee, and the other is straight. Tighten your straight leg, lift it about 12 inches, then lower it. Repeat it for 10-15 times on each leg.. It strengthens the quads without overloading the knee helping in making the joint stable and get pain free joints.
Stand with your back against the wall and then sit with your legs at 90-degree angle with your knee, and hold for 10-30 seconds with contact against the wall. Return to the starting position and repeat it from 5 to 10 times.. Muscle groups that can be targeted in a wall sit include the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes.
Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, holding on for balance. Position yourself so you can sit back and raise your heels off the ground so that you are resting on your tiptoes. Then, you slowly lower back down. You are aiming for 10 to 15 repetitions in this exercise. The calf muscles stabilize the knee and also improve one's ability to balance.
Sit in a chair and place your feet flat on the ground. Extend one leg out in front of you, keeping it parallel to the floor, and then hold for several seconds before lowering it back down. Repeat this for 10-15 on each leg. This will target the quadriceps, improving strength and stability around the knee joint.
To do hamstring curls, stand and hang onto a chair or hold onto the wall for balance. Bend one knee bringing your heel towards your buttocks, then lower it down back. Do 10-15 repetitions on each leg. This will strengthen the hamstrings, which are very important for keeping a stable knee. It will help improve flexibility and maybe aid in pain reduction.
Do all of these exercises at least three times per week to benefit the most from them. Please do this gradually and seek your orthopedic specialist's advice before you start any new exercise routine, especially when you already have some knee problems.
While these exercises can bring much relief, if you are experiencing chronic pain within your knee, you may have to undergo more extensive treatment plans. If the pain persists even after exercising regularly, it might be a good time to consider interventions at a more advanced level.
Advanced robotic knee replacement surgery is now offered by Sohana Hospital for people who experience extreme knee pain. It is a minimally invasive surgery that takes the best of robot technology to ensure higher precision, giving quicker recovery times, less post-operative pain and fewer complications during and after the surgery.
There is more precision in the positioning of implants with the robotic joint replacement procedure, hence effective functioning and longevity of the joint. It also hurts much less than with traditional “open” procedures, and one can start one's daily activities a lot faster. The robotic system also prepares the entire surgical plan to fit exactly into your anatomy.
Why Sohana Hospital?
Sohana Hospital is at your service, equipped with advanced and staffed by experienced orthopedic surgeons dedicated to state-of-the-art patient care. We will help you get your mobility back on track whether it is through physical therapy, exercises, or surgical options, and raise the level of your quality of life.
Conclusion
Knee pain may disrupt your life at any moment but relief is never far away. A few simple exercises can lead to improvement of movement and relief of pain. However, if it doesn't go away, very advanced treatments are available like robotic joint replacement surgery. Sohana Hospital cares the best for you so that you can regain your freedom of movement again.
Live a pain-free life today, contact our orthopedic experts so you can find out the best possible treatment for you. Helping you at every single step, from exercise to advanced surgical techniques.