Is stuck knee a sign of "joint degeneration"? Pharmacist reveals "three tips" for joint care that you need to learn

Knees tend to get stuck at a young age. Is this a sign of joint degeneration? “Smiling Pharmacist” Pharmacist Liao Weicheng said in an exclusive interview that the synovial fluid in the knee is in “dynamic balance” at all times and is constantly being synthesized and worn out every day. If the amount of synthesis decreases and the amount of wear increases, joint mobility will naturally be affected. Chronic inflammation in the knee will accelerate the loss of lubricant, so using skin care products as early as possible can help delay joint aging and protect the knee structure.

Who is prone to joint jams? The pharmacist named “three groups” to pay attention to

Pharmacist Liao Weicheng explained that one of the common causes of “stuck joints” is discomfort caused by long-term wear and tear. It is mainly prone to occur in “elderly people”, “obese people” and “people who have suffered trauma”. People who often bear heavy weights, exercise a lot, or even squat or stand for long periods of time have high joint wear and tear and loss of lubricating fluid in the joint cavity. As a result, the joints are prone to making noise during daily actions or sports, and the gait is not as good as that of ordinary people. Smooth.

Pharmacist Liao Weicheng said that the elderly are still the most common group to suffer from joint problems, but in recent years there has also been an upward trend among younger people. Such as those who love sports or running, or women who have to wear high heels for work reasons. High-heeled shoes or shoes without laces cannot stabilize the knees and can easily cause excessive stress on the knees.

How to choose the most effective “glucosamine”? “3 tips” to learn when purchasing

Pharmacist Liao Weicheng explained that the ingredients of knee care products on the market are mainly divided into two categories. One is “joint bursal fluid supplement”, such as glucosamine or chondroitin, and the other is “reduces inflammatory response.” , such as MSM, cat’s claw, pineapple enzyme and shea butter.

There are many glucosamine skin care products on the market. How to choose the product that suits you to achieve the effect? Pharmacist Liao Weicheng said that oral glucosamine may “interact” with some drugs. The external dosage form is not only easy to carry, but also more intuitive to operate than oral medications, making it the preferred choice for many people.

Pharmacist Liao Weicheng added that when choosing glucosamine for external use, you can pay attention to the following things when purchasing:

1. Choose a compound with additional “plant-derived essential oils” added. Studies have pointed out that plant-derived essential oils and glucosamine can complement each other to enhance the effect of topical gel.

2. Pay attention to the source of glucosamine extraction. Most commercially available glucosamine is extracted from crustaceans or shellfish. It is recommended to give priority to glucosamine extracted from “green-sided mussels” because its main active ingredients are more diverse.

3. Choose formulas with research evidence. Depending on the additional formula of glucosamine content, the overall effect will be different. When selecting, give priority to products containing “GAG” (glycosaminoglycan) and “collagen”.

Pharmacist Liao Weicheng explained that if the knee joint structure is compared to a “house”, glucosamine is like “concrete”, while GAG ​​and collagen are like “cement” and “steel bars”; GAG can synthesize hyaluronic acid and chondroitin, helping The joints lubricate and prevent damage to the knee structure, and collagen helps support the three-dimensional structure of the joints, so these two ingredients are indispensable.

Finally, Pharmacist Liao Weicheng reminds the public that if you need to purchase any health products, you must read the label on the outer box to see if the ingredient content and dosage are clearly marked. You can also further ask the pharmacist whether the dosage of the product is sufficient. If you have severe knee discomfort or have suffered major trauma, you should seek medical treatment as soon as possible. Do not delay treatment and cause chronic inflammation. If you are in the stage of medication treatment, you need to follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment, and do not stop the medication without authorization to avoid joint deterioration.

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