Prevalence of migraine is higher in women than in men

Eye-Opening Facts About Chronic Pain That You Need to Know

Pain is a signal from your body telling you that something is wrong. Chronic pain, in many cases, persists no matter what you do. It’s a problem that affects 20.4% of the adult population, whereas 36.4% of this subset of people suffer from high-impact chronic pain. Chronic pain can significantly affect the life and work activities of the people experiencing it.

It can also decrease a person’s quality of life, and in some cases, increase opioid dependency. Chronic pain can also lead to mental health deterioration, which makes it an issue that you can’t ignore.

This post will discuss some eye-opening facts about chronic pain that everyone should know. Let’s take a look:

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Man with arthritis in the knee

3 Common Symptoms of Arthritis in the Knee

According to the Centers for Disease Control, 23% of U.S. adults suffer from the more than 100 types of arthritis. While the most common forms of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, the disease is notorious for striking joints all over the body, causing pain whenever the person moves or tries to move. One of the most common places the disease can strike is in the knee, which makes walking both painful and difficult.

If you are experiencing pain in your joints and suspect it’s arthritis, see your doctor for a professional diagnosis. In the meantime, here are three common symptoms of arthritis in the knee that you should know about.

Man with arthritis in the knee

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jumper’s knee is common in basketball

Common Knee Injuries Among Athletes and How They Can Be Treated

Knee injuries in sports are among the most common in professional, amateur, and casual sports because the knees play a key role in how an athlete moves. The knee joint is susceptible to muscle strain and ligament tears and is often injured during accidents or falls in sports.

Let’s take a look at some of the most common knee injuries that affect athletes.

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