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Preventing Pes Anserine Pain: Tips for Healthy Knees
Published: Sep 21, 2024
Pes Anserine Pain Syndrome (PAPS) can be a real pain—literally. Learn how to keep your knees healthy and avoid this discomfort.
Understanding PAPS
Pes Anserine Pain Syndrome (PAPS) is a condition characterized by pain on the inside of the knee, often linked with underlying problems such as osteoarthritis. Although it's sometimes mistaken for bursitis, the lack of inflammation distinguishes it from typical bursitis.
Risk Factors to Watch Out For
PAPS is more common in individuals with knee osteoarthritis, obesity, and diabetes. Women and those with misaligned knees are also at higher risk. Keeping these risk factors in check can help prevent PAPS.
Preventive Strategies
To prevent PAPS, focus on maintaining a healthy weight and staying active. Strengthening exercises for the knees and wearing supportive footwear can also help. Regular check-ups with your healthcare provider can catch early signs of knee problems.
Frequently Asked Questions
It's a condition causing pain on the inside of the knee, often confused with bursitis.
Those with osteoarthritis, obesity, diabetes, and knee malalignment are at higher risk.
Maintaining a healthy weight and engaging in knee-strengthening exercises can prevent PAPS.
Excess weight puts additional strain on the knees, increasing the risk of PAPS.
Key Takeaways
Proactive measures can keep your knees healthy and free from pain.
References
- Alvarez-Nemegyei J et al., 2016, Prevalence of rheumatic regional pain syndromes, Clin Rheumatol
- Cohen SE et al., 1997, Anserine bursitis and non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, J Rheumatol
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic. Always discuss health information with your healthcare provider.
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