My Journey with Rheumatoid Arthritis Knee and How Red Light Therapy Changed My Life

I have been living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) for over 10 years. It is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the joints and other parts of the body. It can cause pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility in the affected areas. It can also affect the immune system, making it harder to fight off infections and other diseases.

One of the most painful and debilitating joints that are affected by RA is the knee. The knee is a complex joint that consists of bones, cartilage, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. It allows us to bend, straighten, and rotate our legs. It also supports our body weight and helps us walk, run, jump, and squat.

However, when RA attacks the knee, it can cause inflammation and damage to the joint and its surrounding structures. This can lead to symptoms such as knee pain, stiffness, swelling, instability, and deformity. It can also limit the range of motion and make it difficult to bend or straighten the leg.

I know all these symptoms too well, because I have experienced them firsthand. I used to be an avid runner and cyclist, but RA took away my passion and my freedom. I had to give up my hobbies, my career, and my social life. I was in constant agony, and I felt like a burden to my family and friends.

But that was not the worst part. The worst part was when I had to undergo a rheumatoid arthritis knee xray. This is a simple and painless procedure that uses a small amount of radiation to create an image of the knee joint and its structures. It can help the doctor to detect any signs of inflammation, measure the degree of joint damage, monitor the progression of the disease, and rule out other possible causes of the symptoms.

I was terrified of what the xray would show. I had a feeling that my knee was beyond repair, and that I would need a surgery or a replacement. I was afraid of the risks, the costs, and the recovery time. I was afraid of losing my independence and my dignity.

The xray confirmed my worst fears. It showed that my knee joint was severely damaged, and that I had bone erosion, cartilage loss, joint space narrowing, and cyst formation. My doctor told me that I had two options: either to live with the pain and the disability, or to undergo a surgery to repair or replace my knee joint.

I was devastated. I felt like I had no choice, and that my life was over. I was depressed, angry, and hopeless. I didn’t know what to do, or who to turn to.

That’s when I discovered red light therapy, a type of therapy that uses red or near-infrared light to stimulate the cells and tissues and promote healing. I had heard about it from a friend who had used it for her acne and hair loss, and she swore by it. She said it was safe, effective, and convenient. She said it could help with various conditions, including RA and rheumatoid arthritis knee.

I was skeptical at first, but I had nothing to lose. I decided to give it a try. I bought a medical-grade red light therapy pad online, and I started using it every day for 15 minutes. I applied it to my knee, and I waited for the results.

I was amazed by what happened next. Within a few weeks, I noticed a difference. My knee pain decreased, my stiffness eased, my swelling reduced, and my mobility improved. I felt more energetic, more alert, and more optimistic. I felt like a new person.

I continued using red light therapy for several months, and I saw more and more improvements. My xray showed that my knee joint was healing, and that I had less inflammation and damage. My doctor was astonished by my recovery. He said it was a miracle.

I don’t know how red light therapy works exactly, but I know it works for me. It has saved my knee from surgery, and it has improved my quality of life. I still have RA, but it is much more manageable now. I have less pain, less stiffness, and more mobility. I have resumed some of my activities, such as walking, cycling, and yoga. I have reconnected with my family and friends. I have regained my passion and my freedom.

I am not saying that red light blue light therapy is a cure-all, or that it will work for everyone. I am just sharing my personal experience and how it has helped me. I think it is worth a try, especially if you have RA or rheumatoid arthritis knee, and you are looking for a safe, effective, and convenient way to manage your condition and enhance your well-being. But you should always consult with your doctor before starting any new therapy, and follow the guidelines and recommendations of the professionals and the device manufacturers.

I hope you found my story helpful and inspiring. If you have any questions, comments, or feedback, please feel free to share them below. I would love to hear from you.