Knee pain is a common complaint not only among the elders but of all age groups. Often it is not something serious, but neglecting it could pose serious health risks. We have listed some common causes, symptoms, and treatments for knee pain. If you are suffering from knee pain, this article will help you take the right step towards relief. 

Definition 

Knee pain is a feeling of pain in and around the knee area that may indicate an underlying medical condition. The medical condition can be related to the knee joint or the soft tissue surrounding the area. However, the causes may always not indicate any serious health issue. Knee pain can be common in any age group because of daily activities.

Causes 

The Common Causes Of Knee Pain At A Young Age Are:

• Heavy physical activity
• Lack of physical activity
• A prolonged period of sitting in a constrained area 
• Sitting on knees for a longer duration
• Injuries in the knee 

Other Causes That Are Most Common Amongst The Middle-Aged Or Older People Are:

• Being overweight puts pressure on the knee
• Dislocated kneecaps
• Altered walking style because of hip or foot pain
• Osteoarthritis, most common in older people due to deterioration with age and use
• Occupation in certain sports such as skiing, basketball, and football
• Previous injuries

Symptoms

The Common Symptoms Of Knee Pain Are: 

• Stiffness in the knee area. 
• Experiencing pain during active movements or merely in a task as simple as walking. 
• Pain in particular areas around the knee when subjected to pressure 
• Weakness and feeling instability 
• Popping noises in the knee joints 
• Being unable to straighten the knee or move it fully flexibly

Treatments

Some of the basic treatments you can perform at your home for knee pain are reducing movements and applying a cold or hot compress. Moreover, some physical exercises may help reduce the pain, such as raising the tip of the legs high. If you are sitting, lift your legs onto another chair. While lying or sleeping, keep your legs at a heightened position created by pillows as this promotes blood flow and provides relief from the pain.

However, if the pain is persistent over a week and does not reduce with basic treatments, visit a doctor for a check-up.

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