To help alleviate the “creaking” and soothe the discomfort, Dr. Nickodem recommends:Anti-inflammatory medications. Try aspirin or ibuprofen. ... RICE therapy. Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation can help reduce swelling and pain.Physical therapy. ... Knee braces. ... Cortisone injections. ... Lubricant injections. read more
What You Can Do About Stiff Achy Knees at Any Age The most common cause of knee pain can hit you at any age — your 30s or 40s as easily as your 60s and 70s. Orthopaedic surgeon Robert Nickodem, Jr., MD says osteoarthritis, or “wear-and-tear arthritis,” is the most common cause of knee pain. read more
Arthritis or another medical condition could be the cause of a stiff knee. Overuse of the joints and muscles in your knee can also cause stiffness. Strengthening your hamstrings, quadriceps and other knee-supporting muscles protects your knees from stress and the shock of impact, according to American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. read more