You rely on your active lifestyle to boost your physical and mental wellness, so the last thing you want is to be sidelined by an injury, especially a knee injury.
If you hang around athletes long enough, you’re bound to hear a war story or two about knee injuries, which are unfortunately one of the more common sports injuries. And we’re talking about both acute and chronic knee injuries.
As part of the wide range of services here at Neuropathy & Pain Centers of Texas, our team offers sports medicine, as well as targeted knee pain care.
So, this means we know a thing or two about sports injuries that involve your knees, as well as how to avoid them, and we want to share some of those prevention tips here.
While your knees may be the largest joints in your body, they shouldn’t take on all of the work when it comes to your activity of choice. Your knees are surrounded by large muscle groups that include your quads and hamstrings and it’s important to make sure these muscles are strong enough to fully support your knees.
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Knees are no strangers to long-term issues — around 365 million people around the world have arthritis in their knees. Whether you have arthritis or an old injury that acts up, it’s important to provide your knees with a little extra support in the form of a brace.
Supporting your knees can also include your feet, so make sure you’re wearing shoes that keep your legs stable.
A great way to protect your knees is to give them a break every once in a while. So, if you’re an avid runner, hop on a bike or get into the pool from time to time. With cross-training, you can continue to stay fit but relieve some of the pressure on your knees to avoid repetitive use injuries and overstressing the joints.
Pain is your body’s way of telling you that something is wrong, a signal you shouldn’t ignore. If your knee is in pain, whether during your activity, afterward, or both, please come see us so that we can identify what’s wrong.
By seeking our help at the earliest signs of a knee problem, you can prevent a relatively minor problem from becoming an injury that sidelines you for months, maybe even years.
And, rest assured, we do everything we can to get you back into the game with healthy knees as quickly as possible. From advanced laser therapies and interventional injections to physical therapy and acupuncture, we take a holistic and integrative approach to knee care that focuses on long-term health.
If you’d like a more tailored knee injury prevention plan, we’re here to help. To get started, we invite you to call or message us today at one of our offices in Waco, Arlington, Wichita Falls, and Fort Worth, Texas, to set up an appointment.
