Arthritis Pain in Knee

Arthritis pain in knees is one of the most common knee problems.

Indeed, arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the US, and affects millions of people worldwide.

Arthritis simply means "inflammation of the joint" and is characterised by degenerative changes in the bones and cartilage in the knee joint.  

Knee arthritis may affect the knee joint between the thigh and shin bones, or the patellofemoral joint between the kneecap and the front of the knee. In some cases, knee arthritis will affect both joints.

Here we will start by looking at what is actually going on in the knee with arthritis and the different types.  Then as you continue through the arthritis pain in knee section you will find lots of information such as the causes, symptoms, stages and treatment options including exercises, injections, braces and natural remedies.

What is Knee Arthritis?

There are two different types of knee arthritis caused by either wear and tear or inflammation.

The knee joint is made up of three bones, the femur (thigh), tibia (shin) and patella (kneecap) which form 2 separate joints:

Tibiofemoral Joint: knee joint
Patellofemoral Joint: kneecap joint

The ends of the knee bones are covered by thick layers of cartilage. 

Cartilage is a thick, spongy material that lines the joint providing lubrication and cushioning, which allows the knee to move smoothly and painlessly. It also works as a shock absorber and ensures that the forces going through the knee during daily activities are spread evenly throughout the joint.

Arthritis pain in knees develops when the cartilage thins and wears away and bony bumps known as spurs develop. This results in bone-on-bone contact which causes knee arthritis pain, stiffness and inflammation.

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