Several years ago, I started taking magnesium supplements specifically after hard workouts on recommendation from my coach. I would take in 500-750mg. However, in the day or two after, I would experience knee pain. I thought at first it was simply the fact I don’t have any meniscus in my right knee and that taking Aleve or Advil would eliminate the pain. It did not seem to take away the pain. So I stopped taking magnesium and after a week or so, the pain subsided. Recently, I tried taking the supplements again. But after a few days of taking them, the pain reignited in my knees anytime during a run. So I have stopped taking the supplements again.
A little bit of background on me. I am a 51 yo male who had major reconstructive knee surgery 30 years ago. I was told 5 years ago by an orthopede I have no meniscus in that knee. I take glucosamine daily as well as other vitamin supplements. I also have a dynamic hip plate in my right side due to a bike accident.
For all the medical professionals and other interested parties out there, have there been any studies correlating magnesium and joint pain? Thanks.