For many adults, climbing stairs, bending down, or walking for more than a few minutes can become a challenge. Knees creak, ache, and stiffen. Each step serves as a reminder of the passage of time, the loss of strength, and the difficulty of moving freely.
Why does this happen?
Knees function like hinges. They support the body’s weight, absorb impact, and allow us to walk, climb stairs, or simply get up from a sofa. However, over the years:
Cartilage wears down
Bones rub against each other
Inflammation appears
Pain arises when moving
In addition, being overweight, a sedentary lifestyle, circulatory problems, and conditions like arthritis accelerate this deterioration and generate constant discomfort.