There is a close relationship between weight and joint diseases. The disease called arthrosis, popularly known as calcification or joint wear, is directly related to age and weight. Women are affected more than men. The negative effect of weight on joints is felt most in the knee joints. .Biomechanical studies have shown that every 1 kilo gained is reflected as 4-6 kg on the knee joints.
The load first destroys the joint cartilages. With the destruction of cartilage, the bones that form the joint are also negatively affected, causing painful deformations.
In this sense, precautions to be taken regarding lifestyle before damage occurs are of great importance. These patients need weight loss, regular sports and exercise, along with painkillers and cartilage-preserving medications. is recommended and they are asked to stay away from smoking. Weight loss, in particular, contributes significantly to preventing the progression of the disease by significantly reducing the stress on the knee cartilages. Physical therapy can be very useful, especially in stage 2-3 patients. It is important to avoid activities such as climbing stairs and walking on rough roads, and to avoid movements that will bend the knee more than 90 degrees.
In patients who do not benefit from applications such as medication, weight loss, exercise, and physical therapy, the stage of the disease and personal characteristics (age, weight) , activity level) taking into consideration
Arthroscopic surgery (closed surgery),
Cartilage stimulation applications,
Reducing the amount of load on the joint by correcting bone deformities (osteotomies). ) and
Applications such as prosthesis may be recommended.
In this sense, it should not be forgotten that weight loss, lifestyle rearrangement, muscle strengthening exercise and rehabilitation practices are important factors affecting the course of the disease.
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