Osteoarthritis (wear and tear) of the knee

Below you will find advice as to how to deal with this injury – by becoming a member, you can
also access all our video advice.

Remember to have this confirmed by your sports doctor, or sports therapist.

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Follow the information and Video advice below

Osteoarthritis (wear and tear) of the knee

  • Cut running to a minimum, or stop and cross train, and then make sure you follow the correct protocol for introducing running again (video).
  • Perform the ‘IMPORTANT’ and ‘OPTIONAL’ video advice below.
  • Perform the ‘ESSENTIAL CHECKS’ videos below, which assess if you need orthotics, how stable your hip muscles are (if they are not, then click here),  if there is a difference in your leg lengths, whether you need new shoes, if your core stability is strong enough (if it isn’t, then click here).
  • Ensure you check you are running with good form (click here)
  • Before following the rehabilitation advice, read our treatment precautions.
  • Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen help reduce the pain and inflammation.
  • Acupuncture can help.
  • Perform the RICE protocol after running for 20 minutes. At other times (3-4 times a day, and particularly just before going to bed) apply heat to the knee (see videos below).
  • Wearing a knee support can help to support the movement and also to keep the joint warm (see our online shop).
  • Taping the knee may also help to reduce the symptoms (see videos below).
  • If you are overweight, then it is important to lose weight.

Attention!

Osteoarthritis in the knee may require you to change your running intensity or frequency and to cross train more, so as not to put too much pressure on the knee joint.

Ensure you seek advice from your doctor or sports therapist.