{"id":6243,"date":"2025-07-29T09:32:33","date_gmt":"2025-07-29T09:32:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/physiorama.gr\/osteoathritida-gonatos-ti-einai-pos-antimetopizetai\/"},"modified":"2026-04-01T06:41:54","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T06:41:54","slug":"knee-osteoarthritis-what-it-is-and-how-it-is-treated-with-physiotherapy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/physiorama.gr\/en\/knee-osteoarthritis-what-it-is-and-how-it-is-treated-with-physiotherapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Knee Osteoarthritis: What It Is and How It Is Treated with Physiotherapy"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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\n\t\tKnee osteoarthritis is a common condition, particularly among older adults. It is a degenerative disease in which the articular cartilage\u2014the smooth, cushioning tissue that protects the bones within the knee joint\u2014gradually wears down. As this deterioration progresses, it can lead to knee pain, joint stiffness, and difficulty moving the knee.\n\n

What Are the Main Symptoms?<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe most common symptoms of knee osteoarthritis include:\n
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  1. Pain<\/strong> in the knee<\/li>\n \t
  2. Stiffness<\/strong>, especially in the morning or after periods of inactivity<\/li>\n \t
  3. Swelling (edema)<\/strong> around the joint<\/li>\n \t
  4. Reduced range of motion<\/strong>, particularly when bending or fully extending the knee<\/li>\n \t
  5. Grinding sensations<\/strong> or clicking sounds during movement<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n

    How Is It Diagnosed?<\/strong><\/h3>\nDiagnosis is based on:\n
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    1. Clinical examination<\/strong> by an orthopedic specialist or physiotherapist<\/li>\n \t
    2. Imaging tests<\/strong>, such as X-rays or MRI scans<\/li>\n \t
    3. Medical history assessment<\/strong>, evaluating factors such as age, body weight, previous joint injuries, and other relevant conditions<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n

      The Role of Physiotherapy in Treatment<\/strong><\/h3>\nPhysiotherapy plays a key role in managing knee osteoarthritis, with primary goals that include:\n