Common Questions About Arthritis

Pain Today, Gone Tomorrow

Question: Sometimes my right knee bothers me to the point that it is painful just to walk. At other times, it doesn't bother me at all--even when I'm on the treadmill or dancing. I am glad it doesn't act up all the time, but is there a reason for this?

Answer: I don't think anyone can tell you why it acts up at some times and not at others. Perhaps you can become mindful of what the activities are that bring on the pain. For example, is it something that you eat? Have you recently increased your activity? Did you bend your knee in a peculiar way? Without knowing the cause of the factors of the pain it is difficult to answer your question.

That said, my suggestion is that you receive a series of six acupuncture treatments. Because your pain is not always present, I think the acupuncture may be very effective and perhaps eliminate your pain altogether.

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