Our knees play a crucial role in our ability to move, but they are often overlooked, which results in discomfort and stiffness that can start in the 1930s.
According to experts, performing simple exercises can support the health of the knee and help prevent future problems such as osteoarthritis.
“The knee is one of the most complex joints throughout the body,” BBC Anikar quoted Chhabra, orthopedic surgeon and chairman of sports medicine in Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, saying. He explains that knees carry the full weight of our body with every step, making their care crucial.
Common factors such as physical labor, sports, weight gain and genetics can accelerate knee plagage. Research shows that strengthening the muscles around the knee, in particular the hamstrings, quadriceps, gluteals and calves, offers stability and reduces joint stress.
Exercise also stimulates the production of synovial liquid, the natural “engine oil” in the knees that reduces stiffness and inflammation, explains Alexis Colvin, professor of orthopedic surgery on Mount Sinai, New York. Strengthening these muscles not only protects cartilage, but can also slow or prevent the need for surgery.
Simple home exercises such as step-ups, squats, straight leg increases, calf increases and movement movements can all contribute to healthier knees. Chhabra recommends spending about 15 minutes three to four times a week on practicing these exercises, ideally under professional guidance.
Starting knights in the age of thirty can slow muscles and bone loss, improve mobility and reduce fall risks later in life. “Be nice for your knees. You will miss them when they are gone,” concludes the report.
