Reducing Weather Related Joint Pain
“In the Spring, I have counted 136 different kinds of weather inside of 24 hours.” – Mark Twain Preceding every change in temperature comes a change in barometric pressure which can increase knee pain and stiffness. So why is this? The general consensus among experts is that the increase in joint pain that can precede […]
Soda and Knee Osteoarthritis
Research has shown a connection between knee osteoarthritis and the regular consumption of soft drinks. In one of the studies that found this connection, the researchers kept track of the amount of soda consumed by 2,000 men diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis, over a four-year period. After years of regularly measuring their cartilage and accessing their […]
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, […]
The Link Between Obesity and Knee Osteoarthritis
The Center for Disease Control estimates that at least 2 out of 3 Americans are overweight or obese. They define being overweight in most cases based on Body Mass Index or BMI, which is 30 or greater. The CDC also found that more than 1 out of 3 obese people will get arthritis in their […]
Best Swimming Strokes for Knee Pain
You may have read this previous article about the best forms of exercise for people with knee osteoarthritis. The forms we covered are stretching, walking, cycling, and one of the very best exercises for knee pain, swimming. Today we are going to take a deeper look at the benefits of swimming. Swimming is a low-impact […]
Genicular Artery Embolization for Knee Pain
Here at MidAtlantic Vascular and Interventional, we are excited to offer a solution to osteoarthritic knee pain – called Genicular Artery Embolization. Let’s look a little further into what GAE is, and what to expect before, during, and after the procedure. GAE is a minimally invasive procedure that offers highly effective and long-lasting relief of […]
Walking on Sand with Knee Issues?
Is it safe to walk on the beach with knee issues? When you hear the phrase “long walks on the beach” it might sound a little bit like a corny dating app cliche. However, it’s more than a cliche, it’s beneficial. Walking on sand requires more effort than walking on a hard surface such as […]
The Wear and Tear of Aging
Ah yes, the wear and tear of aging. It’s happening to all of us, and it’s happening, to our knees. Did you know that with every step, your knees typically absorb one and a half times your body weight? You read that right. That pressure, plus the wear and tear of time, weakens the muscles […]