About this video
Last updated: 9 October 2026
The video says people with osteoarthritis usually have pain that is mechanical in nature, meaning it is linked to activity. The more you walk or climb stairs, the more the pain tends to worsen. It says the pain does not occur immediately but usually at the end of the day.
Key points
- A dull ache can be present when sleeping.
- Sometimes there is swelling the next day, with the knee stiffer and a bit more puffy on waking.
- The video describes these as signs the knee may need activity slowed down, and says not to push the knee.
Questions this video answers
What does osteoarthritis pain feel like?
The video says the pain is linked to activity and tends to worsen the more you walk or climb stairs, usually by the end of the day. It also describes a dull ache when sleeping, and sometimes swelling and stiffness the next day.
What does it mean when osteoarthritis pain is called mechanical?
The video says mechanical pain is pain that is associated with activity.
