Wellness Blog

Obesity affects more than one-third of Americans and is one of the biggest risk factors for developing osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee. The additional stress on the knee joint and the increased inflammation from more weight can intensify the pain. Studies show that for every one pound of extra weight, you’re putting four pounds of...Continue Reading

Bone health is important when discussing osteoarthritis (OA) and its adverse effects. When bones become weaker and more brittle, they are at a higher risk of injury and fracture. This is especially dangerous for those already experiencing inflammation near the joints and their surrounding tissue due to OA. The conjunction of reduced bone density and...Continue Reading

If you suffer from osteoarthritis (OA), making improvements to your diet is a great way to manage your symptoms. From reducing joint inflammation and stiffness to decreasing pain and discomfort, healthy snack alternatives are a gamechanger for managing OA. That’s why Arthritis Knee Pain Centers® has compiled a quick and easy reference list of healthy...Continue Reading

If You Have Osteoarthritis, You May Also Have… “Comorbidity” refers to the existence of more than one disease or chronic condition in a single patient at a moment. Also known as “multi-morbidities,” as many as 25% of Americans live with two or more chronic conditions. Osteoarthritis (OA) doubles a person’s risk for multiple comorbidities by...Continue Reading

Arthritis Knee Pain Centers (AKPC) is proud to announce the launch of the AKPC Foundation. The foundation was developed to lead Arthritis Knee Pain Centers’ philanthropic efforts through the financial support of established programs benefitting worthy causes, and through our employee’s volunteer efforts at altruistic community events. “Our medical practices have always worked hard to...Continue Reading

When winter arrives and temperatures plummet, your joint pain may worsen. At Arthritis Knee Pain Centers®, we understand that osteoarthritis can be difficult to manage on a good day. But with a dramatic change in weather, it may feel unbearable, resulting in increased joint pain, swelling, fatigue, and muscle stiffness. If you feel like the...Continue Reading

Regardless of the time of year, there will be many sugary temptations that will be tough to resist! You might be asking yourself— is it really that bad if I binge on some sweets this year? At Arthritis Knee Pain Centers®, we’re all about moderation. Overindulgence is never a good thing, and there are plenty...Continue Reading

Osteoarthritis, commonly referred to as OA, is a degenerative condition that occurs when the cartilage in the knee joint wears down over time. Osteoarthritis can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling in the knee. Osteoarthritis of the knee may sound scary, but with Arthritis Knee Pain Centers® as a part of your medical team, it doesn’t...Continue Reading

While setting goals can occur any time of year, something is encouraging about starting a new year with new goals and a refreshed sense of motivation. If you’re still thinking up resolutions for this year, why not prioritize your health and wellness? Here are five healthy resolutions for the new year. Get more exercise This...Continue Reading

Knee pain can keep you from doing the things you love, like a favorite sport or activity. It can also make everyday tasks more difficult and can even make it hard to spend time with friends and family. People who deal with limited mobility and knee pain, such as that caused by knee osteoarthritis, may...Continue Reading

Dealing with knee pain can be a struggle, especially when it keeps you from everyday activities. While it can be easy to stay relatively sedentary, exercise is great for your physical and mental health, and even adding a little movement to your day can be beneficial. Fortunately, there are simple changes you can make to...Continue Reading

Play Osteoarthritis affects more than 32 million adults in the U.S. If you’re one of them, you know how debilitating the pain can be. Osteoarthritis of the knee can prevent you from enjoying life’s everyday activities. Fortunately, there’s a solution that doesn’t require surgery or opioids. At Arthritis Knee Pain Centers®, we can ease your...Continue Reading

Play Osteoarthritis can be difficult to deal with, and the knee pain it causes can make it harder to do your favorite activities – or even everyday tasks. While the knee pain can be debilitating, many people are hesitant to take painkillers over the fear of addiction. Luckily, medication isn’t the only solution. Here’s a...Continue Reading

If you’re dealing with knee pain, the idea of exercising may seem daunting. However, exercise provides a wide range of benefits, such as reducing your risk for cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, anxiety, and more. If knee pain and stiff joints are keeping you from moving your body, try giving low-impact exercises a try.  ...Continue Reading

At Arthritis Knee Pain Centers, we’re all about helping you get back to your life. For us, that means providing innovative therapy to alleviate your knee pain. We also know that this is just one aspect of your overall health and wellness – the food you eat also plays a big role in your physical...Continue Reading

Although there is more than one type of arthritis that can occur in the knee, the most common is Osteoarthritis (OA). OA affects over 30 million people worldwide. This particular issue occurs when cartilage of the joints wears away. Firm and slippery, cartridge allows for nearly friction-less joint motion. Without it, the bones begin to...Continue Reading

Arthritis, whether due to age or injury, is an extremely painful disease. The image-guided injections of viscosupplementation offered by Arthritis Knee Pain Centers are exceptionally successful in relieving the pain and stiff joints associated with arthritis, especially when coupled with some natural lifestyle changes. Until recently, arthritis sufferers were prescribed painkillers and anti-inflammatories to relieve arthritis pain....Continue Reading

Image-guided injections of viscosupplementation go a long way to relieve knee arthritis pain and stiff joints, but they are even more effective if coupled with exercises that strengthen the muscles in the knee. Strong muscles not only support the weak joint and make the knee more stable, but they also help to absorb the stress placed...Continue Reading