Side Effects and Risks of Corticosteroid Injections
Corticosteroid or hyaluronic acid injections can help to relieve knee pain, however, it is temporary. Not only is the relief temporary but there is ample evidence to support that exercise can be just as effective, and so can a simple injection with plain old saline solution (which is often used as the placebo in clinical […]
Hyaluronic Acid Injection for Osteoarthritis
Another type of knee injection that is used to temporarily reduce knee pain, is a Hyaluronic Acid Injection, also known as viscosupplementation. Hyaluronic acid is a gel-like substance that occurs naturally in the body as part of the synovial lining that coats the joints. Hyaluronic acid is also present in other areas of the body […]
Pain from Soda?
Most of us know that soda, diet soda, and the many flavors and brands of it, are not considered to be a part of a healthy diet. In fact, far from it. And, for those of us with knee osteoarthritis, it may be best to avoid it altogether. If you’ve read some of our previous […]
Alcohol Use and Knee Osteoarthritis
When consumed in moderation, a glass of wine with a nice meal or an ice-cold margarita on the beach can be an enjoyable treat. However, when consumed too often, or in excess, alcoholic beverages can have serious effects on your brain, your overall health, and…your knees. Yes. You read that right. Too much alcohol can […]
The Connection Between Diet and Knee Pain
Losing weight through proper dieting and exercise can decrease knee pain, and increase your quality of life. In previous articles, we’ve taken a look at helpful knee-safe exercises, as well as stressed the importance of having a healthy diet. Today we are going to take a look at the connection between dietary choices and inflammation, […]