9. Dehydration
Did you know that water is a key component of your cartilage? Keeping your body hydrated helps maintain the shock-absorbing properties of the tissue in your knees.
Chronic dehydration can make the cartilage brittle and less able to recover from daily wear and tear. The Fix: Drink water consistently throughout the day. If your urine is dark, your knees might be thirsty too.
10. Ignoring Early Pain
Many people feel a slight “click” or ache in their knee and ignore it, hoping it will go away. Masking the pain with painkillers without addressing the root cause is a huge mistake.
Pain is your body’s check-engine light. Ignoring it often leads to compensation patterns (walking differently), which can ruin the other knee or your hips. The Fix: If pain persists for more than a week, see a specialist. Early intervention (like physical therapy) can prevent surgery later.
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