Arthritis Knee Support
Using a combination of different strength medical knee supports cannot only help reduce knee pain by providing 
compression support and immobilisation, but also help rehabilitate an arthritic knee joint.
The knee is not normally affected by rheumatoid arthritis in isolation though monoarthropathies are occasionally seen. Like any affected joint, the knee becomes warm, has limited movement, muscle wasting occurs, synovial thickening appears, and tenderness and pain result.
Treating an Arthritic Knee
Treatment is usually with conservative measures, including local splintage and steroid injection. Inflamed joints should also be put through a range of passive movements each day and as inflammation subsides active exercise should be encouraged.
The VertiBaX: Knee SMT (Sensory Muscle Therapy) Multi-Pack provides two levels of support and splintage. The Healthcare Wrap provides all day everyday support allowing for manageable controlled movement as the painful knee joint goes through rehabilitation, whilst the Active Support provides greater support for the earlier stages/night treatment when greater immobilization and immediate pain relief are required.
For more information on knee supports visit http://www.support4physio.co.uk/knee-support.php, for more information on VertiBaX: Knee SMT Multi-Pack visit http://www.support4physio.co.uk/back-active-vb.php for heat/cold therapy products and ice packs visit http://www.support4physio.co.uk/Hot-cold-therapy.php .
Disclaimer: Professional independent medical advice should be taken before acting on any of the information given in this article.
