Question 1

is motrin or aleve (naproxen) better for knee pains from running?

Accepted Answer

No real difference: Both are nsaids and both have the same mechanism of action. Motrin (ibuprofen)  tends to be shorter acting and needs to be taken every 4-6 hours while Aleve (naproxen) is longer acting and needs to be taken every 12 hours. Both will work for the knee pain.

Question 2

hello i have terrible knee pain. i  am 29 year old female 172 pounds i took an aleve (naproxen) 220mg about 4 hours ago can i take a motrin 400mg?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But wait 2-3 hrs. Elevate the leg, ice it and walk with crutches till pain gone

Question 3

i have arthitis in the neck, knees, and elbows. which is better advil, (ibuprofen) motrin, or alieve. what woud be the recommended dosage?

Accepted Answer

Advil (ibuprofen) and Motrin R : The same. They r both ibuprofen. Aleve (naproxen) is Naproxen sodium. Nsaids are all about the same, but some seem to work better for one person than another. Try what u like; use the dose listed on the bottle. I see that I have GI problems, so b sure to continue on those meds. Take nsaids with food. Take care.

Question 4

how to prevent my knee pains that come from running?

Accepted Answer

Assure knee stabilit: Assure that your knees don't wobble (are stable) and that you have the proper shoes.

Question 5

am getting knee pains after playing basketball n running..what's the best way to eliminate this pain.n?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the cause: Without an exam, difficult to tell you the exact cause, but common conditions for those 2 activities include patellar tendonitis and patellofemoral syndrome. Quad stretching and quad strengthening, particularly of the vmo (search internet for demo) are a good start. An open patellar knee sleeve or a strap across the patellar tendon can help. Ensure your athletic shoes are up to date and customized.

Question 6

celebrex (celecoxib) vs aleve for knee pain, which is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Depends on ulcer risk. If older than 51, ulcer protection is critical and Celebrex (celecoxib) is recommended.

Question 7

i have leg and knee pain quite regularly. i usually take aleve and it helps. i don't know why i keep having it. at what point should i see a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Knee and leg pain : Good question. Aleve does not cure problems it only reduces the inflammation from an issue. Sound like you should see a doctor in person.

Question 8

is aleve (naproxen) or ibuprofen better for knee pain?

Accepted Answer

They are basically : The same. One may work better than the other but make sure you take it with food so that it doesn't upset your stomach

Question 9

i fell on my knee running. got up walked home. woke up swollen. swelling went down. take motrin for pain. hurts after a wk. 1 in below knee cap inner?

Accepted Answer

Did I knee'd that ?: It sounds as though you may have torn something. Continued activity could be making thins worse. To remove all doubt, consult with an orthopedic surgeon.

Question 10

43f. my friends are distance runners   . i want to join them but running is painful for me.  my feet, back , knees all hurt when i'm done !  why?  i need to pack myself in ice and take motrin !  why

Accepted Answer

Have you acclimated?: Running distance should not be attempted on the first outing. Depending on your cardiovascular conditioning, overall health &previous exercise history, it may be necessary to work up. Try running 1/2 mi every day for 2 weeks on a soft high school track, then progress by 1/4 mi every week, running 4 days a week. Distance running greatly increases joint injury risk &has no health benefits!

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Is motrin or aleve (naproxen) better for knee pains from running?

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Hello i have terrible knee pain. i am 29 year old female 172 pounds i took an aleve (naproxen) 220mg about 4 hours ago can i take a motrin 400mg?

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I have arthitis in the neck, knees, and elbows. which is better advil, (ibuprofen) motrin, or alieve. what woud be the recommended dosage?

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How to prevent my knee pains that come from running?

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Am getting knee pains after playing basketball n running..what's the best way to eliminate this pain.n?

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Celebrex (celecoxib) vs aleve for knee pain, which is recommended?

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I have leg and knee pain quite regularly. i usually take aleve and it helps. i don't know why i keep having it. at what point should i see a doctor?

A member asked:

Is aleve (naproxen) or ibuprofen better for knee pain?

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I fell on my knee running. got up walked home. woke up swollen. swelling went down. take motrin for pain. hurts after a wk. 1 in below knee cap inner?

A member asked:

43f. my friends are distance runners . i want to join them but running is painful for me. my feet, back , knees all hurt when i'm done ! why? i need to pack myself in ice and take motrin ! why

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