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Knee joints are more than important. Thanks to them we stand, run, sit and bend our legs. However, they are joints that are heavily loaded, which causes them to wear out very quickly. It is necessary throughout life to provide yourself with a quality diet rich in vitamin C and collagen. Don’t forget calcium either. There are factors that negatively affect the function of the knees and are the most common causes of pain.
Factors that most commonly cause knee pain
- Osteoarthritis
- Overweight and obesity
- Fluid in the knee
- Arthritis
- Old age
Prevention is the best medicine
Pain can be caused by various reasons. For example, long-term overuse leading to tendon inflammation or damage to the menisci. Many pains may also be related to insufficient and unbalanced muscle function, so constant movement will be necessary — walking, running, cycling or, even better, swimming. Knee problems, i.e. pain, most often manifest as swelling and sharp pains that can limit your mobility. Therefore it will be very important to relieve the pain in time. If you don’t want to rush to the doctor and be crammed with sick people in the waiting room, you can try a home alternative. It may seem amusing to you, but an egg with salt can work wonders on the knee. It relieves swelling and eases sharp pain.
It costs nothing to try — try a proven old wives’ remedy
For this alternative remedy you will need only one egg yolk and two tablespoons of salt. Lightly beat the yolk and then sprinkle the salt into it. Mix everything thoroughly and apply to the affected area. Then cover with a cloth made of cotton or another absorbent material. You should secure the cloth with gauze or a cotton scarf. Leave it on for one hour and then wash the area. If necessary, you can leave the egg mixture and the fabric on the affected area longer, but note that after approximately two hours you should change the fabric, wash the knee and apply a new layer. If the swelling and pain last more than three days and you feel that the pain is not subsiding, consult your general practitioner.
