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OvercastMany people with knee pain are diagnosed with arthritis, but this doesn’t necessarily mean they can’t run or participate in physical activities. Studies have shown that a significant number of individuals without knee pain actually have signs of arthritis on their MRIs.
The presence of arthritis on a scan does not predict future problems or pain levels. While there is a relationship between arthritis severity and pain, it is not linear, and many people with arthritis have no pain at all.
Strength training and comprehensive rehabilitation programs can help reduce knee pain and improve function, even in the presence of arthritis.
Takeaways
- Having arthritis on an MRI does not necessarily mean you can’t run or participate in physical activities.
- Many people without knee pain have signs of arthritis on their MRIs.
- The presence of arthritis on a scan does not predict future problems or pain levels.
- Strength training and comprehensive rehabilitation programs can help reduce knee pain and improve function, even in the presence of arthritis.
If you’ve been told that you have arthritis and are worried that you won’t be able to run again, we would love to talk with you and see how we can help you navigate your running goals! Just click the link below to book a free call.