Knee Pain Program
Updated August 9, 2023
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This information is for educational purposes only, to facilitate quality conversations between patients and their personal physician(s). Several essential considerations are required to safely administer any protocol for an individual. This information is NOT intended to diagnose, treat or encourage self-treatment of any medical condition.
Do's
Explore Treatment Options–Benefits, Risks and Alternatives
Be Patient with Healing
Think in 2-3 month “Rounds”
Balance Strength, Stretch and Awareness
Think “Regionally”: at least one joint above and below
Dont's
Expect a Quick Fix for a Chronic Problem
Take “Pain Killers” before activities
Repetitive Motion (Biking)
Allow more than one steroid injection unless you are awaiting a joint replacement
Lifestyle Factors
Exercises ~ 3x/k
Topical
Ice
Heat
DMSO (70%, can include Hyaluronic Acid, Menthol Essential Oil)
Lidocaine Patch
Magnesium Gel
Modalities
Heat and Cold
Exercise
Acupuncture
Massage
Feldenkrais
Gut & Food
Gut: Absorption, Bowels
Gluten
Pro-Inflammatory Foods: Trans Oils, Sugar, Processed Foods, Preservatives, Glyphosate
Core Nutrients
Omega-3 Oils (Essential Fatty Acids)
Fat-Based Vitamins: Vitamin D, Vitamin K, Vitamin A, Vitamin E
Second Tier Agents
Products
Pharmaceuticals
Current Pharmaceuticals: Interactions, Side-Effects, Metabolism
NSAIDs
Narcotics
Synvisc injection
