With the arrival of cooler weather comes winter sports activities such as skiing, football, and holiday shopping (yes, this a sport!), which all lead to us being more active. Of course, being active is good, but these activities could also cause or aggravate an already existing injury to the knee or hip, which is bad.
Hip and knee pain can be the result of a variety of causes, including a ligament tear or muscle strain from a direct impact to osteoarthritis or other diseases that cause wear and tear of the joint over time.
Common symptoms of knee pain include:
- increased pain when the knee is bent or extended
- swelling
- limited range of motion
- buckling of the knee
- inability to put your full weight on the knee
Common symptoms of hip pain include:
- joint pain
- stiffness of the hip joint after sitting for long periods of time
- swelling and tenderness
- difficulty sleeping on your hip
10 Ways to Relieve Hip and Knee Pain
Prevention Tips
- Gradually increase your workout routine to the intensity level you desire.
- Stretch your legs and hips before and after performing physical activity.
- Wear proper-fitting shoes that offer plenty of support.
- Drop some pounds if you’re overweight to lessen the stress on all of your joints.
- If you feel pain in your knee or hip while exercising, stop, and apply a cold pack if desired.
