Experts stated that walking, which they consider to be the easiest and most beneficial exercise, can threaten our health in some cases. Medicana International Ankara Hospital Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Specialist Prof. Dr. Rıdvan Alaca said, "Walking is the easiest exercise for healthy people in terms of material and space. However, it is not recommended in older ages as it may damage the cartilages in the knee. The same applies to very long walking. Contrary to general belief, being overly active does not prevent arthritis; on the contrary, it accelerates it." .
Prof. Dr. Rıdvan Alaca pointed out that the walking they recommend for the treatment of knee problems may not be suitable for everyone. While saying, "Walking and having strong muscles around the knee will protect the joint and contribute to the healing of disorders. However, it is not recommended in older ages as it may damage the cartilage. The same applies to very long walking. Contrary to general belief, being overly active does not prevent arthritis, on the contrary it accelerates it. Therefore, instead of excessive walking, the right thing is for everyone to walk for a duration and distance appropriate to their health condition," he said.
People with the knee-related problems listed above should also see a physician and start walking with the advice of the physician after recovery. In addition, those with diseases related to the heart and respiratory system should undergo medical check-up before starting walking sports. It is a sportive activity that does not put a load on the joint, such as strengthening exercises that do not put a load on the knee, exercises in water and swimming, which are recommended for those who have knee problems or for the elderly.
Professor Alaca said, "Walking is the easiest exercise for healthy people in terms of material and space. It is essential to start with shorter distances and increase it over time, rather than long walks for kilometers or hours. It is not recommended in older ages as it may damage the cartilage. The same applies to very long walks. Contrary to popular belief, being overly active does not prevent arthritis, on the contrary, it accelerates it. Heart and "Those who have diseases related to the respiratory system should also undergo medical check-up before starting walking sports," he said.
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Prof. Dr. Rıdvan Alaca said that some symptoms may be a sign of a problem in the knee joint and continued: "If you experience pain in your knee while walking, going up and down stairs, or squatting, or a feeling of locking or disengagement, if your knee is swollen, if you have pain that wakes you up at night and is worse in the morning. If there is a sound coming from your knee or a feeling of bone friction, this may be a sign of a problem. Although these problems may be more common in older ages, they can be seen at any age. Painful conditions that are frequently seen in the knee joint include cartilage wear and tear, a condition popularly called calcification due to aging, meniscus injury, inflammatory arthritis. "Rheumatism, fluid accumulation in the joint, pain due to muscle weakness and injuries to the knee ligaments. Additionally, referred pain due to hip and foot problems can also be the cause of knee pain."
Stating that various current methods are used to intervene in knee pain, but it is important for people to first get rid of excess weight, if any, Alaca said that medication and physical therapy are often preferred. Prof. Dr. Alaca said, "Some splints (knee-supporting wrap-corset, etc.) may be useful. Apart from this, various types of injections are one of the most commonly used methods. These injections are mostly applied to joints, intramuscular and nerves. In cases where surgery is required, orthopedic surgery is performed." Stating that the most important component of the treatment is exercise, Alaca stated that strong muscles around the knee will protect the joint and contribute to the healing of disorders.
Those with knee problems can swim instead of walking.
Prof. Dr. Rıdvan Alaca emphasized that those who have knee-related problems should see a physician and start walking after recovery, with the advice of a physician. For these people, Alaca recommended strengthening exercises that do not put a strain on the knees, exercises performed in water, and sports that do not put a strain on the joints, such as swimming.
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