HELP FOR KNEE PAIN
Knee pain is common, too common. While San Jose
knee replacement surgery can deliver relief, it is not risk-free. According to a study by Iordache et al., factors that predict the likelihood
of replacement such as severe pain and limited mobility
must be considered alongside potential complications
like infection, device failure, and the need for revision surgery. More specifically,
the traits of a patient who will likely need a total knee arthroplasty due to knee osteoarthritis include
being female over 65 years of age who has high erythrocyte
sedimentation rate (ESR), hypertension, and fibrinogen value (a blood-clotting
protein made in the liver in response to injury, infection, and
inflammation) associated with low overall KSS (knee society
score) and specific KSS function values averaging 56.70. (1). Good to know! For
those wanting non-surgical options, innovative
treatments like those based on the Cox® Flexion Distraction Decompression
technique are promising. A retrospective case series by
Albano (2) highlights its potential in alleviating knee
discomfort by gently decompressing the knee joint, presenting a
less invasive alternative for those aiming to boost
joint function and decrease pain. Albano treated 25 patients with
knee pain. Their mean VAS (visual analog score) numbers which
reflect their view of pain dropped from 7.7 to 1.8. The mean number of
treatments was 5.3 over an average of 3 weeks. Acute pain patient scores went
down from 8.1 to 1.1 in 4.8 treatments in 2.4 weeks while
chronic knee pain patient scores dropped from 7.5 to
2.2 in 5.4 treatments in 3.3 weeks. And the best part: no unpleasant
reactions! (2) Distraction of the knee follows the same principles
of Cox® Technic spinal manipulation. In simplistic terms, open the
joints by stretching to reduce pain! We’re ready to talk
about any knee pain you may be experiencing when we next see
you at Chiropractic Solutions!
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Luigi Albano on The
Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson about the use of distraction
principles based on The
Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management to reduce knee
pain.
TIP OF THE MONTH: Supplement with Chondroitin Sulfate and Curcumin
You’ll note in the above report on San Jose knee pain that an elevated ESR
(sed rate) – an indicator of inflammation - is a risk factor
for knee replacement. Chondroitin sulfate and curcumin are two influential
partners in the battle against inflammation, especially
for those suffering from conditions like knee osteoarthritis.
Chondroitin sulfate has been shown to deactivate the NLRP3 inflammasome, which has
a crucial role in the inflammatory process, thereby potentially
easing joint pain and stiffness as seen in the study conducted by Chang and
colleagues. (3) Curcumin, the active compound in turmeric, is another potent
anti-inflammatory agent that helps ease osteoarthritis symptoms
by controlling the p38MAPK pathway, according to research by
Wang et al. (4) These two offer a promising approach for many knee
pain patients seeking relief from joint
discomfort, helping improve mobility and quality of life. Chiropractic Solutions
is ready to talk about the suitability of these
natural compounds for you at your next visit!
Bring your knee pain (and send that of your friends and
family!) to Chiropractic Solutions! We are ready to help.
Schedule your San Jose chiropractic
appointment today!
Thank you! Have a great October!
References for HEALTHY NEWS – October 2024