What Causes Knee Pain and How Can We Prevent It?

Knee pain affects people of all ages and can be caused by injury, medical conditions, or mechanical problems with the body. Knee pain can present symptoms which include swelling, redness, noises, weakness, and an inability to straighten the knee. 

Common Injuries That Cause Knee Pain

ACL injury: The ACL is a ligament in the knee and can be torn during activity, like sports.

Meniscus: The meniscus is a layer of cartilage in the knee that can be torn while twisting your knee.

Fractures: The knee bones can be fractured or broken by falling or other accidents.

Apart from the injuries above, the knee can be affected by mechanical issues in other parts of the body that affect and change the way we walk and move in general, leading to unnatural movement and more stress on the knee. 

How to Prevent Knee Pain

We can prevent knee pain by taking steps to prevent injuries along with taking care of our bodies in general. For those involved in sport and exercise, injury can be prevented by emphasizing proper technique and movement, and making sure we are in proper physical condition to perform the necessary tasks. In general, staying flexible and keeping off weight can help ward off knee injury and pain and adds to health and longevity. If you have injured your knee and are in the rehabilitation process, or want to perform preventative exercises, we recommend trying TheraBand resistance bands to help with the process. As an Amazon Associate, Rehabilitation Health earns from qualifying Amazon purchases.