The knee is one of the largest and most complex joints of the body, having a complex functionality. The knee joint must be mobile and flexible to allow flexion and extension of the lower limb and also stable to support the entire weight of the body.

Walking, running and accelerating suddenly, jumping, twisting on the heel, braking, stopping more or less suddenly, are roles of the knee, which generate numerous pressures, managed by the bone, ligament, meniscal and muscular structures of the knee.

When pain occurs in the knee, a number of measures must be observed:

In the case of minor knee pain, a break of 1-2 days is important to give the knee time to heal. Severe pain instead requires longer breaks.

• Rest for 1-2 days

• Locally applied ice, in sessions of 5-10 minutes, 3-5 times a day. Place a towel between the ice and the area on which it is applied.

• Compressive bandage at knee level, both for support and to prevent/stop the accumulation of fluid in the joint

• Elevation/lifting of the foot on a pillow or support, ideally above the level of the heart, helps to reduce/withdraw the swelling in the knee.

If there is uncertainty while walking, it is advisable to use, for a period of time, a sturdy but light came, with a rubber tip and a simple to hold handle. To choose the right height, remember that, when walking with the cane, between the arm and the forearm there must be an angle of 45 degrees.

Extra kilograms add extra weight to the knees and increase the risk of painful arthritis and injuries, each extra kilogram adding an extra weight of 3-4 kilograms on the knees. Even a slight weight loss will have a significant impact on the knees. Set a goal of initially losing 5% of your body weight over the next few months.

The highly developed muscles around the knees have a stabilizing role of the joint and can easily suffer injuries. Daily stretching exercises can prevent injuries and muscle pain. A physical therapist can show you the most appropriate stretching exercises to help the knee cope with daily activities.

If the knee is red, swollen and warm, try alternating hot and cold treatments. Wet heat is better for pain relief than dry, so soak a towel in warm water and apply it on your knees. To relieve the swelling, put ice wrapped in a towel on the joint.

The inflamed, weak knee can be supported with the help of a knee pad. Ask a physiotherapist to guide you in choosing the right knee pad.

Personalized shoes pads help to equally distribute the forces around the knee, if a problem of biomechanics of the foot is found. When we think about the biomechanics of the foot, we think about its shape and size but also about rolling it on the ground, which can undergo changes throughout life. Personalized shoes pads help equally distribute the forces around the knee.

Self-medication is not a solution. Seek the advice of a professional in the field to recommend the necessary medication and approach the subsequent to the painful episode.