Why Does My Knee Hurt Walking Upstairs? Here’s What It Means — and How to Fix It
- BCI Health Team
- Jul 8
- 2 min read
If your knee hurts while walking upstairs, you're not alone. This specific kind of pain is a major red flag for joint misalignment or early-stage osteoarthritis — and ignoring it may lead to worsening degeneration.
But what exactly causes it, and how can a TCO (Tri-Compartment Offloading) Knee Brace help?
🦴 Why Does My Knee Hurt Walking Upstairs ?
Walking upstairs places up to 4x your body weight on your knees. If your knee joint is misaligned, or if cartilage has worn down, that added pressure causes pain — especially in the front or medial (inner) part of the knee.
Common causes include:
Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Osteoarthritis (OA)
Ligament or meniscus damage
Knee joint misalignment
🩹 Why Offloading Is the Key
If your pain worsens during uphill movement, it often means all three compartments of the knee — medial, lateral, and patellofemoral — are overloaded.
The BCI TCO Knee Brace is designed to:
Realign the knee joint
Reduce pressure in all 3 compartments
Stabilize wobbly or collapsing knees
Decrease inflammation caused by overuse
⚖️ Why Choose the BCI TCO Brace Over Generic Braces?
Most knee braces only support one compartment (like medial or lateral). The BCI TCO brace uniquely unloads all three compartments, which is critical for complex or widespread OA.
It’s also:
✅ Lightweight & breathable
✅ Adjustable to your anatomy
✅ FSA/HSA eligible
✅ Non-invasive solution to delay surgery
🔍 Other “Why” Questions You May Be Asking
Why is my knee swelling after walking?
Why does my knee feel unstable on stairs?
Why do I hear clicking in my knee?These are all signs that a tri-compartment offloading brace may be right for you.
💡 Next Steps
If you’re tired of taking the elevator or avoiding stairs due to knee pain, it’s time to try the BCI TCO Knee Brace.
👉 Shop Now: BCI TCO Knee Brace 🚚 Fast shipping | 🏥 Medical-grade support | 💳 FSA/HSA eligible
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