Of course, the cold weather plays a part, but if you want to take a proactive approach, we can help you eliminate those aches and pains. A common subject is being discussed around the clinic as we enter the winter months. Many of our patients tell us how their knee and hip joints are aching. Because of the drop in temperature around this time of year, our bodies have to work a little harder to stay warm.
In this blog article we will cover:
- Why your hip and knee pain gets worse in the winter
- Simple solutions to ease and cure your pain
- How physical therapy can eliminate your hip and knee pain for good
The Most Common Cause Of Hip And Knee Pain
You might notice your hips, and knees are aching, and the pain becomes worse in the winter.
When exposed to the cold, our muscles naturally tense to become tighter which can cause aches and pains to amplify.
Overuse Injuries Such As Tendonitis
Many times, the hips and knees suffer the same diseases, disorders, and injuries. For example, overuse injuries such as tendinitis and chronic muscle strain are common in both the hips and knees because both joints are constantly in use. They are also both subject to acute injuries, such as sprains, strains, and dislocation.
Little To No Exercise
Lack of exercise is a common cause of hip and knee pain as inactivity weakens the muscles around your joints.
When you move around, they begin to ache and become increasingly more painful.
What Can I Do To Help My Hip Or Knee Pain?
Gentle Physical Activity
Gentle physical activity is a fantastic way to not only ease your pain but keep up your general fitness too!
Exercises like walking and low-impact aerobics are fantastic for strengthening the muscles in your hips. These activities are also great to speed up the healing process and prevent future injury.
Adding Therapies Into our Routine
We know you may need help to stick to your routine as the weather worsens.
However, building therapies into your daily routine to help you manage your knee and hip pain.
A great start is to make sure you have supplies near you all the time. For instance, get a basket and fill it with healthy activity tools, such as bands, balls, straps, blocks, and weights.
Daily Habits
Having five or six exercises to do every morning or the best time for your schedule is probably the number one habit for your overall health. However, if you don’t know what activities are suitable for you, talk to your therapist, and they will create a routine that fits your individual needs.
Click the video below Andrew Parrella, DPT, shows you how you can increase strength in the hip muscle to improve knee and hip stability. Which will ultimately minimize the pain you are experiencing this winter in your knees and hips.
How Physical Therapy Can Help Your Hip And Knee Pain
If your pain has been worsening and you want to cure your knee and hip pain rather than manage it, physical therapy could be the solution you’ve been looking for.
Our team has worked with hundreds of patients suffering from hip and knee pain just like you and can get you pain-free and moving normally again.
During your treatment, our friendly therapists can significantly improve your mobility and the function of your joints and help cure your pain without medication, injections, or surgery.
Arrange your free knee or hip pain consultation where you can speak to a team member, ask any questions you have, and find out the best treatment options for you.
You can speak to one of our lovely receptionists and set up a time that works best for you. 508-223-2300
We also have a free, downloadable report for people with Knee Pain which is packed with proven strategies to ease your pain.
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