Can synovitis still exercise?

Whether patients with synovitis can run and exercise depends on the severity of the disease. Patients with mild synovitis can run appropriately, but the intensity and time must be controlled; patients with moderate to severe synovitis should avoid running and choose low-impact exercises.

1. Causes of synovitis

Synovitis is an inflammation of the synovial tissue of joints, commonly found in the knee, hip and other parts of the body. Causes include:

Genetic factors: Some people are more likely to develop synovitis due to genetic susceptibility.

Environmental factors: Long-term exposure to a humid or cold environment may induce synovitis.

Physiological factors: Aging, obesity, overuse of joints, etc. will increase the burden on the synovium.

Trauma: direct damage to synovial tissue due to joint sprain, impact, etc.

Pathological factors: Diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and gout may cause secondary synovitis.

2. Treatment of synovitis

People with mild synovitis may find relief from their symptoms by:

Medical treatment: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen and topical medications such as diclofenac gel can reduce pain and inflammation.

Physical therapy: Hot compresses and ultrasound therapy can help improve blood circulation and relieve inflammation.

Exercise adjustment: Choose low-impact exercises such as swimming and cycling, and avoid long-term running or jumping.

Patients with moderate to severe synovitis require more stringent treatment measures:

Drug treatment: Glucocorticoid injection can quickly relieve inflammation, but it must be used under the guidance of a doctor.

Surgical treatment: Arthroscopic synovectomy is suitable for patients with recurrent attacks or those who fail to respond to drug treatment.

Rehabilitation training: Conduct joint function recovery training under the guidance of a professional rehabilitation therapist to avoid joint stiffness.

3. Notes on running exercise

For patients with mild synovitis, running exercises should pay attention to:

Control the intensity: focus on jogging and avoid high-intensity sprinting or long-term running.

Choose a suitable venue: Try to run on a flat, soft track to reduce impact on joints.

Warm up and stretch: Warm up and stretch thoroughly before and after running to reduce the risk of joint injuries.

Patients with synovitis should choose appropriate exercise according to their condition to avoid increasing the burden on joints. Running exercises should be done with caution and are recommended to be done under the guidance of a doctor or rehabilitation therapist. If symptoms worsen or persist, seek medical attention in a timely manner to avoid delaying treatment.