Gammy knee

katybarstool
katybarstool Member Posts: 22
edited 16. Mar 2010, 11:23 in Living with Arthritis archive
Hi - need some advice

I'm having lots of pain in my knee - Bakers cyst, as well as the usual arthur stuff. As a tummy sleeper, I find that I'm putting a lot of pressure on the knee, and I wake up very sore. I've tried sleeping with a pillow underneath it, but that gives me problems with my hip. Any suggestions how I can protect it, without putting anything else out?

Kathy

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  • skezier
    skezier Member Posts: 11,333
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Kathy,

    Does any kind of support on it help at all? I mean either bandages, tubigrips or the knee supports them selves? I also wonder would a folded towel with a narrower bit for your knee help? Its would help take the pressure off but wouldn't be too high and might bot upset your hip. Sorry thats the best I can think of but hope someone else has some good ideas soon. Take care ad I really hope the cyst will calm own soon for you. Cris
  • lindalegs
    lindalegs Member Posts: 5,397
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Kathy,

    I have a cushtie for supporting joints - it's not as bulky as a pillow and sort-of moulds around the joint. It's very squidy, soft and also lightweight for moving around under the covers if you need to.

    Hope this helps.

    Luv Legs :D
    Love, Legs x
    'Make a life out of what you have, not what you're missing'
  • noeltone
    noeltone Member Posts: 878
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Kathy are you the same Kathy I met at Judes if so its nice to hear from you and see you posting again on AC
  • katymac
    katymac Member Posts: 26
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Noel

    Yes, I am indeed that Kathy! Good to see you posting. HOw's that lovely grandson of yours?

    Linda, what's a cushtie?

    I have been using a knee support when up and about, but didn't think that would be useful when I'm in bed. However, I will try a towel, or something similar to pad my knee. In my mind's eye, I'm thinking I need something like a very soft doughnut to rest my kneecap on. Anyone tried anything like this?

    Thanks for your suggestions.

    Kathyx
  • Wonkylegs
    Wonkylegs Member Posts: 3,504
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    HI Kathy,

    sorry to hear that you are having a tough time with your knee. :(

    A cushtie cushion is filled with tiny polystyrene beads and really molds itself to whatever shape it needs to be. I was introduced to them by the OT I am currently seeing.

    Last week I found a cheaper version (just under a fiver) in the car supplies isle of Tesco - although i don't think it would be soft enough for your needs. However, they do also have a horseshoe-shaped travel cushion which maybe you could use ....... it's almost a squishy ring :wink:

    good luck with whatever you do!

    hugs
    WOnky xxxx
  • sharmaine
    sharmaine Member Posts: 1,638
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    HI Kathy

    I sympathise with you as I'm a knee sufferer myself. I used to prop my legs up with pillows but I can sleep on my back. Maybe you could try a mattress topper. I bought a memory foam one and it has been a godsend as it cushions your body/joints.

    Take care.
    Sharmaine

    Hi - need some advice

    I'm having lots of pain in my knee - Bakers cyst, as well as the usual arthur stuff. As a tummy sleeper, I find that I'm putting a lot of pressure on the knee, and I wake up very sore. I've tried sleeping with a pillow underneath it, but that gives me problems with my hip. Any suggestions how I can protect it, without putting anything else out?

    Kathy
  • lindalegs
    lindalegs Member Posts: 5,397
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    katymac wrote:

    Linda, what's a cushtie?

    Kathyx

    If you Google 'cushtie' (or other search engine of your choice :wink: ) you will be able to see what a cushtie is ...better still link below. :)

    http://www.prezzybox.com/products/index.aspx?pid=4053&TID=102&gclid=CPiXs4PJvaACFc9i4wodGzAxSw

    Mine was a present so I haven't used the website above ...that's just so you see what I'm talking about.

    Luv Legs :D
    Love, Legs x
    'Make a life out of what you have, not what you're missing'