Runner knee pain is one of the most common injuries
among runners. Yet, runner knee pain might not be your
knee's fault at all, but instead a problem with feet and
thighs. When your legs and feet are working efficiently,
your knee moves smoothly. Trouble occurs when the
kneecap moves out of its track, which is commonly caused
by weak thigh muscles and poor foot support.
Running tends to develop the back thigh muscles more
than the front muscles and the imbalance is sometimes
enough to allow the kneecap to pull and twist to the
side. Overpronating (rolling your foot in) or supinating
(turning it out too much) are also common running issues
that result in runner knee pain.
Runner knee pain is further aggravated by overuse.
Runner knee pain often rears its ugly head as runners
approach forty miles per week for the first time. You
might try to take a couple days off running but that
usually is not enough time. The pain comes right back
after the first few miles. The runner knee pain often
intensifies when running or walking downhill or down
stairs.
Over time the cartilage that normally cushions the knee
becomes worn. You might hear a crunching or clicking
sound when you bend or extend your knee.
The Arthritis Strategy Pack is a safe
and effective treatment for runner knee pain that
quickly relieves pain without the side effects
associated with NSAIDs.
Arthritin complements the body's natural ability to
provide fast, safe and effective comfort to reduce the
burn of target areas while increasing mobility.
The key to this treatment is Buffer pH to balance pH
levels in the body. An imbalanced pH effects all
cellular activity, which can lead to a whole host of
degenerative diseases and symptoms. An overly acidic
body can inhibit the exchange of nutrients and waste
products in your muscle cells and can also cause muscles
to constrict. Muscle fatigue, soreness and poor recovery
follow.
While Arthritin addressed the immediate pain and
inflammation reduction needs, Buffer pH works to address
the root cause of symptoms.
The good news is that runner knee pain is relatively
easy to treat. Icing your knees for at least 15 minutes,
immediately after running will reduce inflammation. You
can also take ibuprofen or other anti-inflammatory
medications after running. Make sure you take this with
food to reduce the risk of stomach irritation and
ulcers. Never take anti-inflammatories before running or
any other major physical exertion.
Anti-inflammatories can also cause liver and kidney
damage. Running places a strain on the body and the
major organs may be unable to cope with the stresses of
the physical activity and the processing of the
anti-inflammatory at the same time. Additionally, anti-inflammatories
can mask pain, which can lead to increased risk of
injury.
Also, make sure you have the best type of shoes for your
foot type. Some runners need stability and motion
control while others need cushioning. Most major running
stores have knowledgeable staff that can assist you in
buying the right shoes for your gait and body.
If
you are experiencing runner knee pain, back off on
mileage, new hill work or speed work. Try to run on flat
surfaces and avoid running on banked surfaces or a
curved track
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