Should I see a physical therapist or my general doc? I have pain in my knees. If I take an Aleve, the pain goes away for a while but later returns.
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Pain in the knees is quite normal -really–
it’s your body building up it’s muscle and bc it’s not used to getting used so much of course they’re going to be sore. Plus running is high impact and hard on the knees as it is.
When I first started I had knee problems too, I thought I had leg muscles and was in shape however I am using different muscles so there’s more strain on them.
I went to my fam doc and he told me to take a pain relief (which I didnt) but I also used a knee brace until my knees built up strength and so far I’m now 3 months without needing it and in the middle of winter when my knees don”t get to warm up as much as I’d like
Give it time. It’s just your knees needing to be built up, most of us get that.
Usually best to go see your regular doctor first. They can then refer you to a physio if necessary.
Hi there. I had pain in my knees when I started also. I actually went and bought knee supports and now I dont use them. My knees just got used to the pounding and im fine now. It took a few weeks but my knees and shins do not bother me a bit anymore. Maybe you should give it some time.
Most importantly, be aware of your form. Run on your tip toes, that way, your knee is never in front of your toes on impact. Also, taking a liquid glucosamine for joint/cartilage health is always good. But form is everything.