20 Secrets to Ease Runner's Knee Pain

Do you suffer from a condition commonly known as "Runner's Knee"? The medical term for this is Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome. This pain begins when the patella bone and femur bone begin to rub against each other causing damage to the cartilage in your knees. This cartilage is vital and acts as a shock absorber. When it wears down, many people feel pain behind their knee cap. 

Symptoms include soreness behind, around, or in the center of the patella. It may feel as though your knee is "cracking" or could "give out." The pain can range from sharp, dull, sudden, or chronic. Some people find that the only time they do not feel pain is when they are running, but admit that the pain comes back afterwards. 

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Relieving Your Pain With Capsicum

When you are suffering from pain and inflammation, there is nothing you wouldn’t do to relieve your symptoms and get back to the life that you led before. Unfortunately, when pain and inflammation are a part of your daily routine, you may wonder if there is anything that you can do about it. If you have tried everything - pharmaceuticals, cold baths, ice packs, not moving around as much, reducing your stress, and in serious cases, surgery - you may find yourself feeling helpless and frustrated. 

Your life doesn’t have to be one never-ending cycle of frustration and failed attempts at a cure. You can get relief with the help of Capsicum. 

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Ways to Reduce Back Pain

Water therapy is ideal for people whose injuries and pain won’t permit traditional exercise or any kind of impact. When someone is immersed in water the gravity is countered so that no weight applies pressure on the back. The individual can move slowly and gently without aggravating their condition. This is especially ideal for someone who has difficulty lifting their legs. The water acts as a spotter to guide movements in a safe manner and prohibits the kind of injuries that are caused or worsened by balance problems. Patients often notice a remarkable reduction in their pain while they are in the water. The gentle movement of the water currents on the skin can be a huge benefit to painful areas of the body. Warm water will provide even more relief if available. Patients also find it easier when rehabilitating an injury to start a program in the water before transitioning to the gym because of the guided support of the water beneath their limbs to enhance the balance and flow of the movements.

The practice of Tai-Chi is another great form of non-impact exercise that has been around since the 12th century. It has recently gained huge popularity for its stress and anxiety reducing effects. It has been described as movement based meditation. It involves the execution of slow and gentle gliding movements that bring harmony to the mind and body. A Tai-Chi regimen has been shown to effectively improve the inflammation and pain in those suffering from back issues. The fundamentals of Tai-Chi require an individual to transcend into a feeling of total peace and tranquility. Steady and graceful movements induce a calm state of mind. Tai-Chi does not place any stress on the back or joints. Tai-Chi is an affordable activity. It does not require any kind of equipment and can be performed both indoors and outdoors.

Another non-impact activity that is quickly gaining popularity is yoga because it is a great way to increase core strength and flexibility. These are the two biggest components to warding off back pain as well as correcting back issues. Classes with a qualified yoga instructor have been shown to promote very promising results. Even those who attend a yoga class once a week report improvement in their back pain and functionality compared to those undergoing a physical therapy regimen. Most towns have yoga classes available. It is important to start with a beginner’s class. You never want to push yourself beyond your limitations because it could result in an injury. As with any exercise program, you should consult your doctor to make sure you are healthy enough for this type of activity. (Click Here to Read More)

Ways to Reduce Arthritis Pain 

In 2003, twelve general practitioners, six rheumatologists, and two general medicine specialists collaborated on an in-depth study of the use of Arnica Montana for osteoarthritis.  They asked 204 participants, who all suffered from multiple osteoarthritis in their fingers, to apply the product 3 times a day to the affected fingers.  Conclusions were outstanding: “Arnica gel was shown to be as effective as 5% ibuprofen gel, and was equally well tolerated.  In addition, the arnica gel was evaluated as more effective by the patients and their doctors.”  Arnica gel is derived from a perennial herb cultivated in North America, and is used topically for conditions such as arthritis, bruises, sprains, sunburn, joint pain, sore muscles, and chapped skin.  Even though ibuprofen gel is known to help with pain, it is widely known to cause sensitivities after long periods of use.  Arnica is not only superior for relieving pain but also does not cause sensitivities when applied topically! (Click Here to Read More)