Knee & Joint Pain: Osteoarthritis

A common and debilitating form of degenerative or osteoarthritis is that of the knee joint. Patients suffering from this ailment have a lower walking speed, shorter stride, and reduced ankle propulsion. Not only this but they suffering from a basic lack of motion causing difficulty in our basic daily activities such as shopping, walking the dog, or even getting in and out of your car.

Poor balance has been found in individuals with bilateral knee osteoarthritis. Another problem those with knee degeneration suffering from are the reduced ability to avoid obstacles increasing the chances to trip and fall causing further injuries.

Patients suffering from knee osteoarthritis walk at a slower pace, and have decreased muscle endurance. Osteoarthritis can lead to a sedentary life style and thus can lead to further health risks; however these patients are often in too much pain to participate in exercise programs.

At Mountain View Pain Center we will work with you and aid in your care to get you back on your feet. We will correctly treat and aid in your progress to help ease the pain so you can accomplish your daily goals.