Health
Dr Pramod Bhor, Head Of Orthopedic Surgery Department, at Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Mumbai shares 8 lifestyle habits that will help your knees age better
1. Strengthen Your Upper & Lower Leg Muscles Exercises help maintain joint & bone health. A combination of strengthening & aerobic exercises are used to address the spectrum of disability associated with OA.
2. Maintain A Recommended Weight Loss of upto 10 per cent of body weight through a combination of diet & exercises can lead to a 50 per cent reduction in pain in obese patients suffering from OA.
3. Improve Your Posture Poor posture can cause joint pain as a good posture is critical to the alignment of the joints— shoulders, hips, and knees.
4. Choose Low-Impact Exercises This will help protect the cartilage in your knees. Activities like swimming or cycling can help maintain knee cartilage and avoid damage.
5. Quit Smoking Smoking causes inflammation in the body. People who smoke have more knee pain and cartilage loss.
6. Be Cautious When Playing Sports Especially while playing outdoor sports, especially football and basketball, that require one to abruptly start, stop or pivot.
7. Stay Active Physical activity helps prevent muscle stiffness and atrophy.
8. Consult A Medical Provider This is important especially if you’re experiencing symptoms like: