Empowering seniors to age with joy
Empowering seniors to age with joy
As we age, it's natural for our joints to take a beating, especially our knees, as they hold much of our body's weight. Knee pain is often one of the complaints of ageing and should not prevent anyone from ageing well. At Antara AGEasy, we want to help seniors maintain a comfortable and confident life! In this blog, we will identify common causes of knee pain amongst seniors, identify options for care, and provide you with the best solutions to support your knees!
Osteoarthritis is one of the most common causes of knee pain for seniors. It occurs when the cartilage breaks down, causing stiffness and inflammation of the joint.
This autoimmune disease triggers joint inflammation, swelling, warmth, and pain. Rheumatoid arthritis is a progressive disease that often affects both knees and worsens with age.
Years of physical activity or an old sports injury may have long-term effects. While a torn meniscus or strained ligament may sometimes resolve, a piece can remain, and the joint can still be unstable or create discomfort.
Muscle mass and muscular strength reduce as we age, and can lead to overload stress on the knee, particularly with a loss of strength in the thigh or calf muscles.
Adding more weight to your body increases the burden on the knees, which causes increased degradation of the cartilage and contributes to chronic joint pain.
We have mentioned some simple but effective ways to alleviate discomfort and safeguard your knees in the future.
Low-impact workouts (walking, swimming, tai chi) keep joints moving and strengthen important muscle groups related to knee stabilisation without stressing the knee joints.
The weight you carry directly affects stress on the knees and body. Even slightly reducing your body weight can impact your knee health, allowing you to have increased mobility and comfort.
Using heat or a warm compress will loosen stiff joints, while cold packs provide cooling to reduce inflammation and swelling after activity.
Make it a point to stretch daily and do strength-building activities, with a special focus on the quadriceps and hamstrings. Over time, stretching muscles and strengthening muscle groups that stabilize the knee will also greatly improve the joint's health.
Supportive braces can help minimise pain and instil confidence in movement. Most importantly, it is critical to find a properly fitting and functional brace that can be worn comfortably all day, and the AGEasy Hinged Knee Support is just that!
If you or your loved one is experiencing knee pain, having the best knee support for the elderly will help tremendously. AGEasy Hinged Knee Support is designed and built to offer joint stability, continual pain relief, and all-day comfort to seniors or anyone recovering from a knee injury!
The side demo hinges facilitate increased support, especially for weak and unstable knees. They help keep the knee joint in line while allowing it to move naturally, allowing the user to worry less about injury!
The silicone ring cushions the kneecap and absorbs shock, reducing direct pressure on the knee joint. This is especially helpful when dealing with injuries to the patella!
The advanced 3D knitted design provides a breathable, contoured fit that accommodates your leg shape. It supports without hindering movement and is great for all-day support.
The cotton lining helps your skin stay dry and comfortable while allowing you to remain sweat-free and irritation-free with prolonged use.
The finger hooks simplify the sleeve's wearing, whether by yourself or with assistance. Adjustable straps allow you to customise the support, stability, and compression for your comfort.
At Antara AGEasy, we are all about you—your health, well-being, and how we can help improve your quality of life. The AGEasy Hinged Knee Support is more than a brace; it's a step toward achieving the necessary freedom, comfort, and self-assurance in your day-to-day life.
Visit Antara AGEasy, view our joint care and mobility aids, and give your knees the support they need!
