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Stiff Knees in the Morning

Medically reviewed by Dr James Bristol, MD, PhD · Updated 2026-11-14

Knee Stiffness in the Morning: Causes and How to Ease It
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Morning knee stiffness that eases within 30 minutes is typical of osteoarthritis. Stiffness lasting more than an hour, with swelling in several joints, can mean inflammatory arthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis and should be checked by a doctor.

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