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It is good to choose the right pillow that will meet your needs and requirements. Usually, these accessories are made with materials capable of giving the right support, but also of guaranteeing the necessary welcome for the joints.
Among the various materials, the most used for the best knee cushions is certainly the memory foam, which is a mix based on polyurethane foam to which some chemical additives are added to adjust the structural density and thus suitable for creating a soft and pleasant to the touch, but also breathable to ensure the maintenance of the right body temperature and avoid sweating. Memory foam is support capable of adapting to the curves of the body thanks to body heat, thus giving the right welcome in the points where it is most needed.
In addition to the material, another aspect that affects the quality of knee pillows for knee pain and the comfort of the cushions is certainly the shape.
The ergonomic models, that is, those that have a structure capable of following the lines of the body, are the most effective in favouring maintenance. of a correct posture. In practice, by the way optimally positioning the lower limbs, the whole body will also have a correct alignment and joint aches and pains will decrease. Once the weight of the body has been removed from the pillow, it will resume its original shape.
Another factor to keep in mind, when evaluating the choice of the best knee cushions, is the possibility of removing the cover to wash it to ensure the correct level of hygiene and eliminate dust and the deposit of other microorganisms.
Furthermore, some models of leg cushions are equipped with a special stop, usually a band that detaches, which fixes the cushion to the knees thus preventing it from moving during the night. The pillow thus remains in position, always ensuring the right support, and sleep will not be disturbed by the pillow that moves with the movements.
In addition to the treatment provided by a specialist, there are several knee pain treatments that you can do at home. This treatment is also useful for the recovery of knee pain while preventing complications.
- Using the knee pillow,
- Apply ice to the knee to reduce inflammation and pain in the knee.
- Minimizing movement of the knee, for example by using knee support.
- Position your feet higher than your knees, for example by placing your feet on a pillow, to reduce swelling in your knees.
- Get plenty of rest, to reduce pressure on the knee so it can recover faster.
Knee Pain Prevention
To prevent knee pain or injury, you can take preventive measures, such as:
Always warm-up before exercising and stretch after you finish exercising
Use shoes that fit the shape of the foot or that support the footwell when exercising
Increase the intensity and frequency of exercise gradually, from light to heavy
In addition to the above, you can also start maintaining your ideal body weight. This is very useful for reducing the load on the knee joint during activities.
