
Osteoarthritis of the knee joint is one of the most common diseases of the joints, and according to the severity of the disease it is in second place after coxarthrosis.
According to the latest research, this disease occurs in every fifth adult on earth. In the material, we will tell you what are the symptoms of this disease and how to treat it properly so that complications do not occur.
Every day, a person's knee joints are exposed to stress, because during a walk, they can bear the entire body weight by doing sports. Over time, the cartilage tissue wears out, leading to changes in the joints. For this reason, older people can experience osteoarthritis of the knee joints.
In addition, there is a risk group, which includes people:
It should be borne in mind that this disease develops quite slowly and it is very important to consult a doctor in time if the main symptoms are found.
This will avoid possible complications such as disability in the future.
To pinpoint the disease, just pay attention to the symptoms - they are quite common in osteoarthritis. These include:

One of the most important symptoms is pain and burning in the knee area.
At the same time, the disease itself does not appear "suddenly": such feelings can grow for months or years, and at first will only bother with increased loads, and then the pain will be felt even at rest.
But it is worth remembering that the symptoms vary depending on the degree of the disease.
Let's take a closer look at each option.
Osteoarthritis of this degree is almost asymptomatic, but there are a number of factors that are characteristic of this stage of the disease:
If there is pain, it is almost invisible. At this stage it is very difficult to diagnose the disease, so you can not do without an X-ray: osteoarthritis will manifest as a small bump on the surface of tissues and bones.
At this "stage" the symptoms are stronger. Pain can occur even with a small load on the legs, and over time such feelings can appear with a simple movement. The discomfort disappears only after a long rest.
In addition, symptoms such as:
A characteristic feature of this degree is severe pain, which no longer depends on the load: the joints can interfere even at night in the absence of movement.
Mobility is also impaired - a person cannot bend the leg at the knee. Sensitivity to time can also be noticed.

The doctor will, after hearing the doctor, examine the appearance of the knee and assess its mobility. After that, the patient will be sent for an X-ray, and several images can be taken during the treatment period, which will enable the assessment of the dynamics of the development of arthrosis. In some cases, MRI or tomography is prescribed.
If research is needed to properly identify the underlying cause of osteoarthritis and separate it from other diseases with similar symptoms.
Treatment usually includes the following:
The main goals of the treatment are the following:
Massage procedures, exercise therapy, and even proper nutrition are also important. If you visit the doctor too late or none of the above methods will help you, surgery will be prescribed: implantation of an endoprosthesis.
There are currently such groups of drugs that are prescribed to treat early-stage osteoarthritis:
NSAIDs are aimed at eliminating pain and inflammation. And only after the pain syndrome has subsided can further treatment begin.
If the use of nonsteroidal drugs has not given any results, especially if the disease is only progressing, doctors usually prescribe hormonal drugs.
However, it is worth remembering that due to a number of side effects, such drugs are prescribed only during the period of illness - if fluid accumulates inside the joint. The solution is injected at most once every 10 days.
The only group of agents that directly affect the cause of osteoarthritis are chondroprotectors. They are especially effective in the early stages.
Hyaluronic acid injected into the joint is also very effective in the early stages. This procedure is not the cheapest, but it helps to grind the cartilage surface.
When arthrosis is detected, fats are prescribed - they also reduce the feeling of pain and eliminate inflammation.
It should be said right away that you should not use only the methods of traditional medicine - they should be used only as an adjunct to treatment.
Let's look at some things that can help with osteoarthritis of the knee:
You only need to eat 5 dandelion flowers a day, be sure to rinse them with boiled water. You can also make tinctures: take 5 bottles of dark glass, fill 50% of the flowers, fill the bowl with triple cologne to the neck. Insist for a month, then wipe your knees with the infusion.

This is a joint that must be rubbed regularly into the knee joint.
To make such a composition is very simple: take an egg yolk, mix with 1 tbsp. l. turpentine, add 1 tsp. Vinegar. All ingredients must be mixed and left overnight.
Lubricate your knees every night with a woolen scarf on top.
Moreover, it is very important to apply the applied mixture well in the morning. To alleviate the symptoms, you need to use this method for 2-3 weeks.
According to folk effects, you need to attach 3-4 large burdock leaves to a sore knee and wrap it with a bandage. Repeat this manipulation for at least a week to relieve the pain. And to enhance the effect, you need to lubricate the joints with cinquefoil oil.
Soak a piece of cloth with juice and place it on the affected knee. After an hour, wash with vegetable oil. Repeat the procedure for a week.
Take 2 tbsp. l. that is, pour into a thermos, pour 1 liter of boiling water, leave for two hours. Take warm at least 3 glasses a day.
It is often recommended to wear special knee pads in case of osteoarthritis of the knee joint, which reduce the feeling of discomfort and have a therapeutic effect. Normally, when used for a short time, you will see improvements such as:
It is very important to choose the right model that will be effective when worn. To do this, let’s first study what types of knee pads are:

In addition to the type, you must also consider the material from which the knee pad is made. So, such items can be made from:
But it is important not only to choose the right knee pads, but also to use them. Doctors give a few important recommendations to follow:
In conclusion, we must say that you should not neglect a healthy lifestyle - in this case the body will function properly. If you feel joint pain, you need to see a doctor immediately to make a correct diagnosis.