Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis in the knee

Many times, we neglect some things, such as health, because of time and money. As time goes by, some parts of our body start to have problems. Among them, rheumatoid arthritis of the knee is a common disease among the elderly. More and more elderly people are suffering from rheumatoid arthritis of the knee, but because they have not received timely treatment, the symptoms cannot be effectively cured when they are old.

The occurrence of rheumatoid arthritis of the knee is generally caused by factors such as degenerative changes in the knee joint, trauma, and excessive fatigue. Rheumatoid arthritis of the knee is more common in the elderly and is the main cause of leg pain in the elderly. In addition, being overweight, incorrect walking posture, squatting for a long time, and cold knee joints are also causes of knee joint problems.

The harm of rheumatoid arthritis of the knee is quite great. Early detection and early treatment are the key to curing the disease and striving to recover health as soon as possible. Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis of the knee include:

1. Migratory pain, that is, after the pain in one joint has improved or has not improved significantly, another joint is affected and pain occurs.

2. The pain lasts for a short time, generally 12-72 hours, and the longest is no more than 3 weeks, and it mostly affects large joints such as the knees, elbows, shoulders and other joints.

3. Symmetrical pain. The lesions may affect the same joints of both limbs at the same time. For example, pain may occur in both knees and elbows at the same time.

4. Joint pain is accompanied by redness, swelling, tenderness around the joints, and reluctance to press.

5. Pain may occur in multiple joints at the same time.

6. Along with the pain, the skin may be accompanied by annular erythema or subcutaneous nodules.

7. After the pain subsides, there will be no joint stiffness or deformity left, and joint function can be restored.

After understanding the corresponding symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis of the knee, patients will understand some precautions after the disease:

1. Control your own diet structure to avoid excessive intake of acidic substances, which will aggravate your acidic constitution. The acid-base balance of the diet is a very important part in the treatment of arthritis and the prevention and treatment of its complications. In terms of diet, you should eat more foods rich in plant organic active alkali, eat less meat and more vegetables.

2. Regular outdoor exercise and sweating in the sun can help eliminate excess acid in the body, thereby preventing arthritis.

3. Maintain a good mood and do not have too much psychological pressure. Excessive stress will lead to the deposition of acidic substances and affect the normal metabolism. Proper adjustment of mood and personal stress can maintain a weak alkaline constitution and thus prevent the occurrence of arthritis.

Supplements joint cartilage components. The human body's joint cartilage stops growing after the age of 20 and wears away year by year.

Many people know that "the body is the capital of revolution", but few people put their physical health first when they are young. A reasonable diet, proper exercise, a good attitude and a positive mental outlook are your secret to success. Time flies, please don't let momentary negligence lead to future illness.