Osteoarthritis of the knee

Osteoarthritis Pain increases when active and improves slightly with rest. It accompanies swelling, warmth feelings in the joint, and knee stiffness, especially in the morning or after sitting for extended periods. Knee mobility decreases with creaking and crackling sounds when moving the knee.

Knee osteoarthritis affects many people over 60. Knee wear can affect cartilage on contact areas of lower leg, thigh, rear kneecap and inner and outer menisci.

Indications include stiffness with Pain during movement, swelling, Pain with progressively greater and lesser strain, reduced stability, walking Pain that forces stopping and standing still, and finally night-time resting Pain. All of this accompanies increased movement restriction and reduced strength.

Often this pain may show improvement following the first session by applying Osteopressure.