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Running often gets labelled as a high-injury sport. Statistics show that 30 to 50% of all runners get knee pain from running every year. And this is besides the ligament tears and hamstring injuries that marathon enthusiasts face while participating in year-round running events that happen in Singapore.
So, what can we do to avoid the risk of injury and at the same time conquer marathon distances safe, sound and with flying colours?
Knee pain refers to pain that occurs in and around your knee joint. Knee pain can be caused by problems with the knee joint itself, or it can be caused by conditions affecting the soft tissues, ligaments, tendons, or bursae that surround the knee.
The severity of knee pain can vary widely. Some people may feel only a slight twinge, while others may experience debilitating knee pain that interferes with their day-to-day activities. In most cases, self-care measures can help you cope with knee pain.
Shockwave therapy is its own treatment for a lingering injury, or pain resulting from illness. You don’t need painkillers with it – the purpose of the therapy is to trigger the body’s own natural healing response. Many people report that their pain is reduced and mobility improved after the first treatment.
Physiotherapy might be the right choice if you: Experience pain or lack of motion as a result of an event, ranging from a strain to a motor vehicle accident. Had surgery and are in need of rehabilitation. Are looking to incorporate more physical activity into your life and require better motion.
Injection in Orthopedic is one of the common treatments. There are several types of injection and it is applied mostly for pain relief and anti-inflammatory purposes.
For some orthopedic injuries, your doctor may prescribe a medication or injection that can help you recover. Explore common options you may have so you know what to expect.
Ankle fusion is a type of surgery to fuse the bones of your ankle into one piece. It’s also known as ankle arthrodesis.
Pain on the inside of the knee is known as medial knee pain and is most commonly caused by caused by a sudden trauma (acute knee injury).
