3 Important Exercises You Need Right Now For Painful Bone On Bone Knee Arthritis

“Thank you Dr. David. I have been diagnosed with bone-on-bone osteoarthritis but due to CoViD, invasive procedures such as my scheduled knee replacement was canceled. However, I'm thankful when you said that alternatives are available like knee exercises. If not much to ask, could you show us proper strengthening exercises for my knees so that I can improve with my mobility, for as now I only depend with the help of my rollator. Looking forward to your kind reply. Thank you.”
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"Dr David....you've been a blessing for me with your advice on cartilage repair and avoiding knee surgery. The OS tells me I'm bone on bone and I need knee replacements and I'm trying to avoid this. Watching your videos with the appropriate exercises but really worried about damaging my knees further. I'm 67 and regular with 10mins bicycle at home and pilates 3 times a week and a bit of walking. Walking is painful after 15mins. What is right for me to do? Sorry to bug you about this.”
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Treating bone-on-bone knee arthritis with exercise to avoid knee surgery is the dream of most people. And the reality is that it is attainable for most people.
We've seen that more than 9 out of 10 cases of knee arthritis we've treated here in our clinic get better without having to get surgery.
We've also had many people commenting on our videos saying they felt relief from their knee arthritis by using our exercises and following our advice.
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[@maryjaneagonoy4946]

I am a Nun from Jackson Carmel, MS and I am blessed to have found your link. I am a type 2 diabetic, with a bone on bone knee pain. Listening to you about ways and means, exercises…without surgery I am more convinced not to go on with surgery. I am 72yrs old. Thank you for all what you are sharing, very helpful indeed. Bless you.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hello Mary , its great that you feel that way. Make sure you are getting the appropriate exercise routine. here are come videos that could help : Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i Knee Arthritis Recovery Program www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-arthritis-recovery-program

[@tinalarrypassi2915]

Sr. Mary Jane Carmel so am I. I am on the waiting list of my bone dr. for surgery but I dont want I believe in miracles & my faith & trust is in Jesus mighty miracle healing. I am 61yrs old & I am on tons of arthritis, I have back, hip & knee pain. Dining table is my 2nd bed, most of the time I struggle how to get on the bed & when Im finally on the bed...I dont know 10min., b4 I finally get to a comfort position on the bed. Pls remember me in yr prayers & I will include you & all those who are strugling w' their own health issues. Thanks for putting up this video hopefully it will go viral esp., save others & ease up their pain. God bless everyones watching this video🥰

[@gyitrisingh3376]

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[@fionaestherfortuin4185]

Hi nun I'm 72 I needed a knee op 17 yrs ago but taking osteo eeze gold an rubbing on castor oil helps my knee locks an its painfull bit some how getting it moving an it woll hive a painfull Crack an walla I'm on my way I do palates an I use the agillium brace after a day it pulls the bone off bone an I can go for up to a week or two...

[@desieposton7290]

I'm in same boat. I'm 64 and hurt so bad really trying hard to avoid knee surgery. Doc David I'm going going to exercise in heated therapy pool . Can you suggest water glute exercises?

[@lovewings]

I'm a 91 yr old woman from the Gulf Coast of MS. You've consistently inspired me with your common sense. I eat NO carbs of any kind (on a carnivore lifestyle). Your surgery-avoiding exercises have me in awe. My 3 stenoses love you!

[@beckyc5337]

I went in for a meniscus tear but diagnosed with bone on bone and he stated in need knee replacement, nope not doing it! You saved me. Thank you ! 😊

[@alyssakeezer8681]

Michigan here. I just found you and think you are a very generous person sharing your knowledge and help. Thank you so much!

[@jamesharvey446]

My wife has had seven operations on her left knee for replacement. She was prescribed medication to fight the infection/rejections. The medication affected her kidneys, to the point she was put on dialysis. Before the last operation, I refused to doctor that prescribed the bad medication to be used again. So far things are working out. That doctor is in Oklahoma City and claimed that he sees 50 patients each day. Thankfully another discovered the problem and took my wife off the medication. Oklahoma City Bone and Joint Hospital.

[@sharonjensen3016]

There's a lesson in this story. Always get a second opinion.

[@lyndamay1749]

Naming the medication would be helpful

[@lyndamay1749]

James mentioning the medvwould be helpful

[@lovelife1867]

@@lyndamay1749 any inflammatory will decrease kidney function. Medication has to pass kidneys and liver , it will always affect them.

[@shwkryafaqe7978]

You’re the best doctor I’ve ever seen

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Awww thank you shwkryafaqe7978!!!

[@stanbeacham]

For future reference: 1. Low resistance high repetition (like cycling) but use glute muscles not quads 2. Strengthen your glutes, and get constant control of them 3. Stretching with muscle activation 33:00. Use your muscles to your advantage to get full range of motion if you have knee stiffness

[@tammynathan5529]

I have been told I need a knee replacement from arthritis. Recently my knee was swollen and I had trouble bending it. I have had an ACL repair on my other knee so I’ve done many PT sessions. Yes they focus on quads and hamstrings. So I went back to my exercises. This was making it worse. I did one session of your glute exercises and my pain is gone and I can bend my knee more. It totally helped me!! Thank you so much in just one session

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Tammy, you are so welcome! We are so glad that our content has helped get rid of your pain and improve you knee bending!

[@lisasantiago2784]

Hello doc, I'm from the Philippines. I've been watching your videos from 12 midnight till now past at 3:30 AM . I was diagnosed yesterday with osteoarthritis. Before deciding on getting a hyaluronic acid shot after PT sessions, I'm gonna try doing your exercises shown here. Hope it'll help me keep better. I thank God for the likes of you who are being honest and truthful with our physical ailments.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Lisa! Sorry to hear about the osteoarthritis :-( Best of luck with trying the exercises, let us know how it goes for you! 🇵🇭🍀

[@thegormlesstwit849]

Let us know how it goes. 🙏

[@pattybaker6869]

@@epmanualphysicaltherapy I'm curious to know what you think of the Umbilical cord Stem Cell shots?

[@nadezhdaborshcheva1164]

😅NH

[@marjoriecadanilla505]

Hi kabayan,what is Hyaluronic acid shot?i have a ostheo too,i am considering a knee replacement.

[@rhurbarb]

Hi, simply laying on your back with a pillow behind your head point your toes forward and hold for 15 minutes twice a day, My knees feel so much better, it's religning my bad hip and my leaning in foot. Even my disfigured knee cap has changed shape I dont have that bone on bone feeling when I sleep at night so much I am on my fourth day doing this and it has completed changed my life for the better. Good luck all and I hope someone benefits from this post. Thanks for uploading

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey there, thank you for your input! We appreciate your perspective and thank you for letting us know what worked for you!

[@kiritshah6223]

'POINT YOUR TOES FORWARD' MEANS IN THE AIR? OR ON THE GROUND?

[@linettebond4055]

I just started doing your suggested exercises for pain in my knee from bakers cyst and arthritic knee and I feel absolutely NO pain whatsoever. I walk 2 miles on the treadmill and can go up and down the stairs with ease. Thank you!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Linette, we are so glad to hear that you have found improvements! You are so welcome!

[@52acrowe]

Hi. I’ve just been pointed to your video’s from my Brother ( who lives in Wales/UK) And I’m absolutely delighted with them. My issue is my left hip and I find the walking style very easy and so relaxing that I can’t believe how well I’m doing. I’ve now passed on your ‘knee’ videos to a friend who is in pain. Thanks a million. Anne 🇨🇮

[@dianebentley6239]

Even just relaxing my knees burn and ache. What would help me so I don’t hurt. Taking Tylenol through out the day, but then people tell me I’m hurting my stomach. What do I do. I also need to loose 30 plus lbs dr said.

[@sistermarie9482]

​@@dianebentley6239KO see

[@Angiehere-1]

@@dianebentley6239I lost 20 lbs and I hope to lose another 20#. I do think it helps.

[@user-yz5hb7nj7t]

You are fantastic! I woke up to the glutes 2 yrs ago when my ANKLE seized up. If I'd known about your channel, the journey would have been very much faster. I had to find out that I couldn't get the glutes properly fired until I fixed the pelvic floor (I hurt my back at age 32), and then they all follow. I'm still on the journey. - I'm 75. I can now even jog gently At 65 I thought I was on the way to being an invalid. Finding those glutes has been a lifesaver and I've still a LOT of work to do!! You're going to help me. I'll subscribe. Rosalyn

[@redvelvet56]

These videos were wonderful. I am from Chicago and you gave me more information than the physical therapist. WOW

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

We are glad to hear that Cheyenne! We love to help people understand these issues better!

[@jacquelines3685]

Hello Dr. David 🙋🏾‍♀️ I was scheduled once again for knee surgery Jan. 2023 and chickened out again. It really scares me! Even more than the Breast Cancer Surgery I had back in 2017. I'm going to do exactly what you say. I'm hoping this will help me. I was told it's bone on bone...but the pain has gotten so much better after losing some weight. I will stop exercising my Quads & will do your Glutes exercises! That table leg swing exercise has really helped me so much! I just wanted to Thank you for your video & helping us without surgery!!❤️❤️

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Jacqueline, so sorry to hear about your bone on bone knee. It can be scary, but you are taking the right steps if you are trying to avoid surgery! Keep working on those glutes and keep us updated on how you are doing!

[@jacquelines3685]

@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Thanks Dr.!!! I will be working my Glutes religiously!!🙏🏾 Thanks so much for replying Sr.!♥️

[@meenakshimanickam6038]

I tried the table leg swings and found it very relaxing

[@meenakshimanickam6038]

Thanks a lot

[@jacquelines3685]

@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Hello Dr🙋🏾‍♀️ Just wanted to give you a update...it's been about 9 months now and I'm doing terrific!! I've now lost a total of 62 lbs! As I told you before I have been doing your exercises religiously. I've also been following a strick Ketogenic Diet and the inflammation in my knees & elsewhere has almost disappeared! I feel absolutely no pain at all in my knees! Thanks again Doctor ❤️❤️

[@carolinewelham4998]

I have bone on bone pain which is excruciating as well as the noise in the knee, well I should say I did but since I have been watching your videos the one where you said place a small hand towel behind the knee and place the leg on the bed and slowly lower and hold also the swinging gently back and forth I am ecstatic it has been so long since I was without pain so I am doing these exercises 2/3 per day and thinking before kneeling or climbing a ladder or pruning trees taking a break instead of going non stop until I am finished. So I just want to say thank you so very much . ❤️

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Caroline, sorry to hear that you were having excruciating bone on bone pain in your knee :-( we are so relieved to hear that you have found our content useful in helping your knee! You are so welcome!

[@richardhanks5170]

Glad i found this video. Im a month out from left hip surgery and im out of pain. I was told my hips and knees are bone on bone. My right hip isn't bothering me but my knees are really bothering me. Im going to try your glutes strengthening to see if I can get relief for my knees. My X-rays show that my right knee is out of alignment. Its not in the groove where it should be. It has been like this for years.

[@leslimoore7929]

So glad I found you!. I have had 2 meniscus surgeries and now my Dr surgeon tells me I'm bone on bone and need a full knee replacement. I do not want to do this surgery since I have MS. I've been going to physio for 4 yrs and now I'm trying fix my knee seeing a chiropractor. I am going to give myself a year to try and fix this to avoid surgery. And yes it's osteoarthritis I have in my knee.

[@susiewanng2285]

I also have a meniscus tear from a fall and it has taken me 3 years to find the right physiotherapist n chiripractist. Didn't know they have such diverse approaches. One kept printing out exercise routines, not understanding how to push on despite the pain, as advised 'no pain,no gain'... I had to stop as they didnt improve the inflammations. I went to different ones but didnt improve until I saw Dr David's videos. His advices are to strengthen the glutes and always exercise enough before it hurts. Something I had to experiment and adjust as inflammation easily hinders progress. Dr David rightly suggested, 'low resistance,high frequency' rather than 'no pain,no gain'. Thanks to Dr David I gain much more strength now to walk without the walker. Another physical therapist's videos that I check out is Will Harlow, HT Physio over-50s Specialist. I am so blessed to have Dr David's and Will's professional expertise otherwise, according to my doctors, surgeries are often thwarted as the better option. I'm writing from Australia.

[@thomaslockwood8870]

I had knee surgery in April of 1976 so I've had decades of experience recovering. The OS said it'd last 25 years maybe and I'd need replacement. It lasted till this year. Swimming is by far best exercise for arthritic knee. Lap swimming. Soooo boring but knee strength way Betta. I rode 25 miles on electric bike more fun than swimming.

[@user-jg4td6ju3h]

❤PERFECT MESSAGING ❤ YOUR VIDEOS ARE SO BENEFICIAL. A WEALTH OF INFORMATION I GRATEFUL FOR ALL YOU DO! ❤ BLESSINGS YOUR WAY❤

[@janeburningham9522]

Thank you for this information. I’ve been walking with my toes pointing forward, and every step has hurt for months. I’m squeezing alternate glutes and pointing toes out a bit and the pain is greatly diminished. Thank you! I hurt my knees 50 years ago, I’m 68 with osteoarthritis and a meniscus issue. I am going to start this today. I’ll keep you posted on my improvement. I do not want surgery, I want to heal this problem. Thank you, I’m from Ennis, MT. 😊

[@ElizabethMiller-in5dm]

I'd love to hear how your recovery goes. Best wishes in speedy recovery.

[@maireadtallon1897]

I’m Mairéad from Dublin and listening at 4.40pm to your most helpful programme. Thank you.

[@patlalla148]

This is fantastic. Doctors you must understand, we go to see a doctor and they don't even touch you nothing. Get some over the counter pain pills and live with it. That is an appointment. I'm really into home workouts and now working on my butt muscles to reduce using my thigh muscles. It really takes time to learn how to work the muscles this way and I really have to start alone to concentrate. Great stuff. The key for me from this video is reducing speed.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey @patlalla148, it is great that you are understanding this! Make sure to slow down and get the glute technique right! Best of luck to you on your knee health!!!!

[@patlalla148]

@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Thank you. It's concentration for me.

[@carolygerlitz6263]

Hi Dr. David, I live in Northern CA. I'm 83 years old & have OA on both bone on bone knees. I use a walker at night & in the mornings because of stiffness. I walk with a cane during the day. I've been doing chair yoga stretch exercises but need to start doing your easy, effective ones again. I've had so many injections in my knees over the years, including stem cell, cortizone, etc.. etc.--nothing worked for me! Going for knee surgery will not work for me either for various reasons. If I lived in Texas, I would go to your clinic for a thorough evaluation.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Caroly! We are so sorry to hear about your knee arthritis on both knees! Using a walker and a cane are a great idea to offset your symptoms and allow you to move around! Don't ever feel about using them. In order to find long term relief, it's important that you strengthen your glutes and improve your muscle imbalances. We have resources on this channel that could be of help! Here is a playlist with tips and exercises to start treating your knee osteoarthritis: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i You might also want to learn more about our Knee Arthritis Recovery Program: epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-arthritis-recovery-program Hope this helps! All the best

[@phyllisgreaves1012]

I'm Phyllis Phillips from New York. I had a knee replacement surgery on May this year, and I still have some minor issues with the knee. The doctor said I had bone on bone with both knee.The problem I have now is that the other knee hurts when walking with that knee straight, and it becomes very painful to walk.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Phyllis, sorry to hear that you are having some problems with your knee replacement. We have some great content available for this if you are interested in learning more. Here is a link: “Failed Knee Replacement Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maC3n6M0ksF5F17DPDcI98a We also have a new program to help with this as well. Our failed knee replacement program was designed to help people with the common problems associated with failed knee replacements. Here is a link with more information: The Failed Knee Replacement Recovery Program is a comprehensive program designed to help people with treatment strategies that are effective at helping calm down an irritated knee, then guiding you to treat the root problem that sets up knee arthritis and continues to cause knee pain in a replaced knee joint. This program works even for a revised knee replacement. You will learn: Fast ways to reduce knee pain and swelling so you can quickly get to being able to tolerate sleeping and being on your feet more. How to gain more motion in your knee joint (if you're missing some motion) without forcing yourself to do aggressive, painful stretches. Thorough understanding of the root muscle imbalance so that you can apply the information to your specific life situation. How to get the most out of your replaced knee joint while keeping it healthy for the long-term so that you never have to go back to another knee surgeon. To learn more please click this link: www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/failed-knee-replacement-recovery/

[@Dindasayswhynot]

Just discovered you. You have a life long fan if you stay logical like this! I am still unhappy with the "physical therapy" I got last year for not being able to walk more than a few steps without bad pain. I have psoriatic arthritis BUT like many people, I have more than 1 kind of arthritis. I was a competitive skater and still have very, very strong quads and old injuries. Has anyONE EVER paid any attention to that? No. Everyone goes straight for PsA as the sole diagnosis and strengthening quads as the sole non-med treatment (but straight to drugs first). I already feel some relief, albeit temporary at this stage, just doing the few glute stretches you are showing. I will have to look for hand and shoulder exercises, plus more on this rest idea. You probably already know from the skating history that my philosophy is "Oh. You fell? Ok. Get up and do it again." I'm doing everything seated right now. Ready to buy a motorhome and come stay there while you run me through everything.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Lindaray, Thanks for sharing your story. Being a competitive skater must have been so much fun. yes I can see how you have been over working your quads. When that happens your body wants to turn them on all the time. So the idea is getting those to relax and increase the dependence your gluts for activities will be most beneficial for you!! We have great RV spots by the mountains. Here are some glut exercises that may be helpful : “Top 5 Glute Muscle Exercises For Knee Pain” kzbin.info/www/bejne/hInHdJ2KZ7angKM “Top 6 Standing Glute Exercises To Help Knee Pain” kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHWaeoV4m69go68 🚶

[@Happy2bme2dae]

I agree with you!!! I'm here for this great advice✌️👋🤞👍

[@roadstraveledphotography8440]

From Christmas, Florida. Man, you just gave me a huge advance in my pain management. TKR 7/19, didn’t start PT for five weeks. (workers comp screw up) My right knee has been bone on bone for many years. I’m gonna try using that bootie muscle Thursday at PT. Addicted to watching your channel!!!!! I own a farm, I get plenty of physical exercise, it just isn’t the best exercise for my knees.

[@elainekemp2668]

Hi Dr David, I'm 58 years old from Australia 😊

[@consueloenriquez-wl2gj]

10 pm here in California… I’m diagnose OA and got injured at work…my knee is swollen and happy to hear all your help. Thank you and hoping to hear more of your help to heal my swollen right knee.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Consuelo! Sorry to hear you have been diagnosed with OA and got injured at work :-(. We are happy that our content is helping you! We have a great playlist on knee arthritis pain help with more information on how to improve your arthritis 😊 “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i In case you are interested, we also have a great knee arthritis recovery program! “Knee Arthritis Recovery Program” www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-arthritis-recovery-program

[@dianawalker9335]

I have the two types of arthritis in my two knees something i feel so much pain from Jamaica

[@thresholdmeditationtrainin4945]

I stumbled on to your videos today, the last month I have only been doing exercises that target my glutes, I have really strong quads! Now listening to you ,it all makes sense!, Appreciate you! 😊

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Threshold meditation training, We are thrilled that you found us! We are so happy to hear that this information has been beneficial for you. We really appreciate your kind words. In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for knee arthritis help. You can check it out here: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!🧡

[@thresholdmeditationtrainin4945]

@@epmanualphysicaltherapy thank you so much 😊 I will definitely keep in touch and use all the info I receive from watching and listening to you. I have been very aggressive on my body with Bike training and racing , I used leg weights to build strength for competitive cycling, also the past 3 years I have been doing a lot of aggressive snowshoeing 🤦‍♂️ I hope to get myself healed up in the off season so I can be out there next winter. Blessings to you and your team🤘🙏🧡

[@KarenColeman-ly8vy]

Florida. My knee is getting better with what you have taught me.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Greetings from Texas! We are so glad to hear that your knee is getting better with the techniques!

[@malinikrishna9002]

Am from india . Can hear you . Follow your videos for my knee arthritis . Do not know whether it is bone on bone . Have painful knees and have been doing all the wrong things till I started following your videos . I am 74 . Have been very active in the gym for the past 10 years , may have damaged them .

[@pierrot0538]

Paris, France. Hearing you loud and clear. Thanks for your videos. Pierre

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey @pierrot0538!!! ❤️🇫🇷

[@tombigger53]

GOD BLESS YOU SIR. YOU ARE THE GLUTE MASTER...THANK YOU FOR YOUR KNOWLEDGE SHARING. IM IN AUSTIN TX.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Thank you Tom! Hi from El Paso TX! 👋

[@junemckenzie5782]

I was supposed to get a knee replacement 4 years ago but it was cancelled as lockdown happened.I did all the physio exercises regularly --- now at 78 I have no pain, I dance Salsa , swim, do Zumba, and Tai Chi every week--- and the surgeon told me I was great and dont need the operation now. OK--- I can't run or jump and have to go down stairs one at a time ---but can do eveŕythimg else. I changed my physio exercises to using my glutes (instead of my thigh muscles as I had been taught,) when I saw your video and want to tell others with severe osteoarthritis to persevere with the physio as it really works.

[@teodormacovei4648]

But if the PT guy knows only how to make you to use the quads,why should u continue to see him?

[@junemckenzie5782]

@teodormacovei4648 I don't continue to see the physio at all and the surgeon was really pleased with me. .I was taught the exercises in a physio class before covid burst on the scene., kept on doing them through lockdown, gradua.lly strengthened my muscles,, however when I discovered on these videos that it was better to strengthen the glutes instead of the quads I started concentrating on doing the glute exercises .

[@junemckenzie5782]

PS. The physio exercises are fine mostly---- so I dont mean you should stop doing them--- but it's better to substitute the glute squeezes ---- like the El PASO doctor says ----for the thigh muscle squeezes the physios usually tell you to do..as then you aren't putting too much strain on your knees.

[@user-wi4lg7wx1m]

I am here in Texas, but a few miles away...close to Houston. I fell at work and injured BOTH knees in 1999, , had arthoscopy on both not long after injury, cleaning up menisus, and removing bone fragments. The past few years they have gotten worse. I went to a new doctor recently, as previous one retired. First thing out of his mouth was you need knee replacements. I have been around others who did not have success with knee replacements. The new doctor said my ACL's are non-existent now, so worried about stability with knee replacements. I did see they have changed this surgery recently. They only put caps on the ends of the knee bones now, instead of totally cutting out the whole joint. Not sure this would be and better with no ACL's. Now I understand why I have had noticeable stability problems, with only a few tumbles. I have not gone to a cane or a walker because I know they tend to weaken your muscles. My Mother had a horrible experience and bad replacement issues, so it has put bad and negative thoughts about knee replacements in my mind. I have fought this discussion for 25 years, but not sure I can prevent it anylonger. Came home after my visit and started searching for other alternatives and found your KZbinS. Hoping you are my answer and resolve.

[@SEA-U2]

Awe ❤U Doc for helping so many people I really hope your Channel Grows to the millions❤🙏💪👏👏👏👏

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Sea! Thank you so much for your kind words and your blessings.🙌 It means so much to us. We are so happy you found this information beneficial and we hope it serves you for a long time. In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for knee arthritis help. You can access it here: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i We wish you all the best in your road to recovery! 🧡

[@rohananya]

I am so glad l found you …… you give such clear information xxx

[@dawnmccormick9387]

I'm from Blind Bay, British Columbia. I'm awaiting a total knee joint replacement. My knee is bone on bone. I am thrilled to find exercises that may make it easier and less painful to walk.

[@keithbranic3491]

Watching from Harlingen in the Rio Grande Valley. Trying to hold off surgery on my osteoarthritis damaged knee. Still riding my bicycle to keep up muscle strength

[@Annabee399]

Thank you for the most concise and helpful recommendation. 🙏👍

[@aw8655]

Have you written any books on this stuff? Please do it soon!❤❤❤❤

[@feliciapeters5219]

I I will be 60 years by coming October this year, am glad to found you, right now I can’t even walk around my house, my knee is so painful,thanks

[@charkswim55]

Is a concept 2 row machine a device to use?

[@charkswim55]

How about rowing machine?

[@Angiehere-1]

Take some moringa. I take 4 capsules per day. The swelling went away and the pain too! I’m 74 and my right knee was just so painful for about 2 months. I will definitely be doing some glute exercises!

[@lyndamay1749]

Thx for the Moringa idea.

[@emacedo3708]

For a month now, I have been having mild pain in my right knee, worse in bed. Tylenol helps. I use a wrap around the knee at night. You are the only one who has mentioned strengthening the glutes. This makes sense to me. I am an MD myself.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey, We're sorry to hear that you've been dealing with pain in your knee! =( We are happy to hear that the information that we have provided is helpful to you. We attached a link for you if you would like to view more information on glute exercises. Please keep us updated on your progress.😃 “Top 5 Glute Muscle Exercises For Knee Pain” kzbin.info/www/bejne/hInHdJ2KZ7angKM “Top 6 Standing Glute Exercises To Help Knee Pain” kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHWaeoV4m69go68

[@user-fv1tu5co6m]

I have bone on bone on my left knee. My knee is getting more and more straight as time passes. I can bend my knee at less than 45 degrees! It’s making me limp as I walk. PT in the past I’ve seen only teach me to strengthen my Quads!! Thanks to you my same knee no longer buckle by strengthening my glutes!! 😄👍

[@ExpatPhil]

Hi... Brit Expat in Colombia, I have been treated for ever worsening osteoarthritis since 2016, every Specialist gives conflicting advice, at 65yrs, I was fed up with it, having had at least seven nerve blocks in the knee. Then I was sent for a course of hydrotherapy, and wow! it has certainly helped with the pain. I am back to walking 4km with my dogs in the morning. Hopefully I can signed up for another course, in the mean time, you are stuck with me.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Phil! We're thrilled to hear about the positive impact hydrotherapy has had on your osteoarthritis pain.🎉 It's wonderful to see that you've experienced such significant improvements, allowing you to resume your daily activities and enjoy walking with your dogs again. Finding a treatment approach that works well for you can be a journey, and we're glad to know that hydrotherapy has been beneficial in managing your pain. Continuing with another course of hydrotherapy sounds like a great plan to maintain your progress and further enhance your overall well-being. We're delighted to have you as part of our community. Keep up the positive momentum, and we look forward to accompanying you on your continued progress!

[@lorrainemiale467]

San Diego California here. Thank you. I am bone on bone. Just got a rooster cone shot and having the other done soon. They say I need both replaced but with what I hear some people go through alot of pain. I don't want it..

[@elizabethmcluskie9370]

Wow this is a pure gold podcast Thankyou 😊

[@carolmarini924]

You make so much sense and helped me so much with my OA knee!! God Bless you. Wish you were here in CT!

[@verabryant6766]

Hello doc I had knee replacement sergery twice in one knee now I'm In physical therapy but what a blessing I'm from Shreveport

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Vera, It's heartbreaking to hear that you've been through 2 surgeries. We hope that you are making a swift recovery. We are happy to hear from you! Greetings from Texas!😀

[@verabryant6766]

Yes thanks I have osteoarthritis real bad

[@lisalu910]

I have Stage 3 arthritis in one knee, and what makes it hurt the most is WALKING. After years of running my knee (which sustained an injury years ago) just can't handle exercise walking anymore. But since I still need cardio, I had to come up with an alternative and for me it is the Stairmaster. It might not seem like it, but that is an exercise I can do pain free. 45 minutes on the Stairmaster = no problem at all. 45 minutes walking for exercise = lying awake in pain all night. But even though I can walk UP steps all day long, walking DOWN is very painful, and I usually turn around and walk backwards down the stairs. (PS...I had a cortisone shot in the bad knee and it didn't help one bit. Not one single iota of pain relief at all.)

[@fatimapereira8839]

I am from Bangladesh. Have a lot of pain in my right knee. Have swelling on that leg too. Your exercise would be helpful. Thank you.

[@miniverma6973]

Very grateful to have found your videos on arthritis and osteoarthritis of knee 😊

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

We're glad that you found them helpful! 😊

[@bones2601]

Hi Doc ,I am watching you from New Delhi India …I just wanna recover with exercise and physio …no surgery as I need to be well and mobile 🙏🏻

[@user-tm8ru5xr1m]

I'm watching your video from Sri Lanka.In your previous video you spoke about the shifted knee bones.I then understood what is causing my knee painMy rihgt leg is crooked at the knee.This has been like this for 11 years now.But the pain started after I became 60 years,five years ago.I will see a physiotherapist here and what she can do.After seeing your video I feel confident that something can be done.Thankyou Doctor🎉

[@nancygaxiola5412]

I'm from SE Arizona, not watching this in real time. My knees are so painful to walk ok. I sleep in a recliner which helps a lot. My x rays show not really bone on bone, the cartilage is getting worn down because of the stress I put on it (another story). But they both creak and grate on each other. I watched just one other video from you, and I'm going to try and walk outside just a short distance tomorrow for a start. We'll see what happens after that. I have to loosen up a bit in the house before I do anything at all. I'm going to keep follow you and see what happens...

[@jeffblanton3883]

Hey Dr David from Spartanburg, SC you explain the proper exercises for bad knee pain . Thanks for all your help,I'm 71 enjoying your video's helping so many people👍

[@nelcialazar4782]

I have osteoarthritis in my hold body ,but the worst was my back I had manger back surgery in March of this year, but now it's in my knees but the worst is my right knee.

[@debbiefarrar7356]

I’m from Australia Your videos are awesome. I had a stroke in my leg so movement in my knee and foot has been affected. My walking had been affected big time and standing for too long l go to the pool 2-3 times a week Your videos are helpful for me THANKS

[@celestepeterson843]

Dr Celeste from Canada i have bone to bone knee arthritis my send me to buy knee brace compassion pain relief support and it helping me alot

[@mollyalptekin9185]

Thank you Dr, for explaining, listening to you from California, USA

[@preslymarcus6801]

Hi Dr. David. I've been having arthritis for a Year, and as soon as I saw you on KZbin I started to follow you, and as of now I feel better than before. Thank you! Watching from Aiea, Hawaii. Presly R. Marcus 🤙❤😎

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Presly! 👋 Greetings from Texas! 🌺 Thank you for tuning in! We are so sorry you have been in pain for so long! We are thrilled that our video has been able to give you some relief! 🙌 Keep up the good work! In case you are interested we have created a playlist on more information and exercises on Knee Arthritis Pain Help! You can check it out here: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i In case you are interested we have an online knee arthritis recovery program that would be beneficial to you. The Knee Arthritis Recovery Program is designed to help people have the best chance of avoiding unnecessary surgery, injections, or having to rely on pain medications. This course guides people through exercises and stretches that target key body parts that have the greatest potential to prevent or help with knee conditions like osteoarthritis, meniscus tears, ligament injuries, cartilage problems, and other knee conditions. To learn more please click this link: epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-arthritis-recovery-program We would love to hear your progress soon! Please take care! 🧡

[@maryanafsahi3530]

Hi Manual. Listened to your video and I benefited, thank you. Very grateful to as I can now think about my knee , bone on bone and not to overdo the physical activity, by resting the knee and not forcing it with excess movement. I must say that when I had no stairs where I moved to for a few years, my knees improved a lot and the pain went. Now with stairs, you have taught me how to take extra care overall, thanks again

[@zulaikhasameer6071]

Thank you so much for the precise, clear instrucions. I go for regular walking in the morning and stretching. All of a sudden my left knee started hurting and went on intensifyig. From your videos I was able to ensure it is right under the knee cap. By following your instructions and making adjustments in my stretchig routine I am able to get very good results. Thank you

[@naodterefe1649]

What was the instruction you got for the comment you wrote above would/could/might you Please share me the instruction back to my comment right here thanks in advance!!!!

[@fionalanglois6927]

On the subject of orthotics, I can’t imagine walking without my knee sleeves, for me it definitely helps, I think my knees would be much worse without them. What I’m surprised that you didn’t mention, was how important it is to wear the proper footwear (especially flip flops- I think for preventing injuries), that’s how I got my heel spurs, from wearing my shoes long after the soles wore out! You’re amazing 🤩, though, I just subscribed to you.

[@user-ng8eq8ew8n]

I sure wish your practice was in Louisiana! You are PHENOMENAL! Thank you for sharing your wisdom.

[@KiaMambo-po8ew]

Thank you for all you do to help us

[@carmelinapejic2016]

You have helped me so much with my knee problems..I tried strengthening my gluts and it's made a difference..still limited but not as much...thank you..🙂🇨🇦

[@Mk-yx3jc]

Talk less show glut exercise..time is precious

[@louiseamidon3852]

Your exercises are helping my knees. I have arthritis in one need. Thank you so much

[@trishwest1809]

Thank you Dr for this very educational live session. Also, appreciate the links to the other videos, especially how to walk on stairs properly.

[@jolim1425]

Queensland Australia

[@carolynjones-winfieldbashi971]

Thank you so much for the information. Very helpful for me. God bless you.

[@user-qs3cb6su9h]

I had started a pain on the knee thank you so much.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Caroline! So sorry to hear about your painful knee! :-( Here is some more information that could be helpful! Check it out: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i

[@antoinettebrown3834]

Excellent video ! I feel so encouraged! Thank You!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Antoinette! You're welcome! Hope it helps! 😊

[@elizabethmccomie-paul1984]

Thank you for sharing Dr. David, I'm happy to be more informed now. I wish you shared more besides bridge exercises to strengthen the glute. I will check your other videos. You were so helpful. Much appreciated.

[@patriciabayless9550]

I did the tailgate one on my own and watching you now I’m going to do more I too have bone on bone osteoarthritis so painful in now going to pain management and I saw a orthopedic surgeon a month ago he said I need knee replacement surgery on both knees but my left knee is worse then my right

[@user-fv1tu5co6m]

Hi Sr Mary, I have bone on bone on my knees and shoulder. My doctor keeps pushing me to get knee replacement but I keep refusing to. Most time I manage to keep my pain away. How? Every morning before I eat, I squeeze 1-2 slices of lemon into a cup of warm water and drink it. Wait for about 20 minutes before eating. If you do this daily you’ll have no pain. Also avoid eating night shade vegetables, dairy, and carbs and follow El Paso PT’s exercises.

[@jeannied7743]

Love this video! 🙏🧞‍♀️🙏

[@TheMaryg11]

Thank you so much for sharing all this great information, it is much appreciated 😊

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Mary, you are so welcome! We love providing this service to anyone we can!

[@rosarioreside3327]

Thank you Dr. this video for health issue is very helpful to me and I appreciated so much!

[@bridgetadua8949]

Doctor my name is Bridget, I am watching from USA. I am suffering from bone on bone knee pain, I have two times fall on the road. The doctor said that I should do a procedure to put a chemical which is like a gel in my knees, to help me move my knees, I am not sure, I believe that your exercise lectures might be a great help, I will be happy to follow up with your exercise to avoid any surgery on my knee. God bless you 🙏 ❤️

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Bridget! Sorry to hear you have knee pain :-( Exercise is a great help for knee arthritis and to avoid surgery! Here is a great playlist we have on knee arthritis pain help! “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i In case you're interested, we also have a knee arthritis recovery program! “Knee Arthritis Recovery Program” www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-arthritis-recovery-program

[@kimmorgan2144]

Just outside of Sally Lake City Utah. I just had my right knee totally replaced and they say I need the other done too! They both are bone on bone and incredibly painful with lots of popping, squeaking and grinding! I can't stand for more then 3-5 minutes. 😢😢

[@mariazendaescobia9742]

I’m from Los Angeles I’m so suffering with this knee pain and the specialist dr from this place told me to o have a knee surgery but I’m not agreeable

[@paulamoore3983]

Paul from Ohio also I've been. Bone on bone with chronic arthritis for years. Been denied surgery due to inability to loose weight. Weight 290.

[@arayasaemoung8451]

Dr. David, you are genius, a great instructor and my saver. Everything you said, the suggestions, and the exercises really came from your heart, the years of skill and experiences. They are making sense and really work. It has been 3 months that I pulled the door close and accidentally hit my Rt toes. Due to the sever pain on my toes up to my top ankle, I quickly pull my Rt. leg and slammed my foot down to the floor too fast and realized that it was not the right time and the right angle, from that day my knee was so swollen burning and painful when walking. I have been searching for the suggestions and solutions through in the internet: I did rest, use cold compression, NSIAD votaren gel, and exercise. The swollen, burning and pain is slowly a little bit less but still flared after a short walking. I felt that it is too long now and my problem might just be the improper alignment of my knee joint that I still could not overcome. After been watching so many info in the internet, THIS CLIP OF YOUR IS THE BEST ON TOP OF ALL. I already followed your channel. Thank you so much sir. and May God bless you for what you are doing!!!

[@HoboinIllinois]

😊

[@marciakipp3633]

Using my 'glutes' kept me on my bike (outdoors), to the age of 70!!!....It takes the pressure off of your legs and knees...while you peddle.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Marcia! That's excellent!

[@pkj6426]

You are amazing- and so generous in sharing your knowledge & experience so generously with us. So grateful 🙏🏽…

[@glenys797]

Greetings from Skipton England. Your advice is invaluable for me as K have k ee arthritis I'm nothing knees

[@rosemaryblankson2995]

Thank you soo much for your teachings on knee exercises . I.m doing them and getting my butt muscles strong. God bless you

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Rosemary! You're very welcome! Glad to hear you are getting your glutes stronger!

[@ZaidanPSWii]

Dr. David, You rare doing a great job. I appreciate your dedication and sincerity for patients like me. So far watching your video I am convinced that at this age I should avoid the surgery and keep strengthening my Glutes. So I am seeking your advice. Here is my current condition. Age: 70 yrs., 5’-5” tall, Weight: 138 lbs. Exercise: On average 3 days per week least 30 min., per day. as directed by the N euro-Therapist. Ostia Arthritis since 2016: Taking 1.5mg Meloxicam on need basis. (2023 left knee MRI, no meniscus tear or bursa but the Petillar cartriledge is almost worn out.) Cortisone injection, Uflexa gel injections had no impact on the pain or arrested movement on the joint. Glucosamine tablets did not help. Orthopedic surgeon has given his final say; go for Knee replacement. But am very hesitant to take such a course now So I am waiting to see a Pain specialist.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Muneem, so sorry to hear that you have been struggling so much with your knee osteoarthritis :-( This can be really tough, but there are other things you can do to help with this. We have a great playlist of videos specifically for knee osteoarthritis to help restore the muscular balance at the knee and allow the knee to begin healing. Here is that playlist: Knee Arthritis Playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i In case you would be interested, we also have a knee arthritis recovery program that has a step-by-step instruction for exercises to do at different stages of knee arthritis. Here is the link for that: “Knee Arthritis Recovery Program” www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-arthritis-recovery-program

[@cooking4you747]

I did the online course by dr david, worked great! Made a pause and now are redoing the course to follow the instructions correctly. Totally worth your money. Good bless!

[@rajeswaribujji7595]

I am Rajeswari and suffering with knee osteoarthritis for left knee and even bone on bone . Unable to walk properly and now I am 45years and I was suffering with knee osteoarthritis since I was at 36 years . From past one year I was suffering with diabetes at 290 on fasting and high BP with 154/135 . Please 🙏🥺 help me for my recovery for my knee pains and how can I avoid my knee surgery.

[@stevedrake6529]

Your last comment hit home with me, I’ve been walking down stairs backwards for many years. It looks stupid, but stupid works! I can go up stairs ok! I’ll promise to work on my glutes!

[@megteal3658]

excellent video, you are the best, thanks

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Awwwe thank you Meg!!! 🙈

[@maryloomis8075]

Thanks doc for your input.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

You’re welcome Mary!!!

[@33stormi33]

Thanks for your generous you tube. I’m from Australia

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

You’re welcome Stormi! We’re happy to help!!!

[@arunsebastian9428]

I am from lndia, have severe arthritis...love your videos

[@Salbiyyah]

Thanks, I think you are going to save both my knees from TKR. Watching most of your videos on knees. So far it is going good. I am still practicing the stairs glut way. Oh my, it's really difficult, but I am determined. Thank you so much.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey there, you are very welcome! We appreciate your support!

[@lindasoaft9303]

Thanks for the information. I'm happy to get some straight information about knee arthritis and how to help myself from declining any further! I'm 74 and want to continue my active lifestyle.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

That great other Linda. Here is. playlist of our KNEE OA videos , we hope they are helpful. In case you need it, here is a playlist of all our knee arthritis videos: kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i

[@brendawatkins5751]

THIS IS A REAL PROBLEM,HAVING TO HOLD ON TO SOMETHING TO GO POTTY,OR OUTSIDE FOR A LITTLE SUNSHINE, I'VE BEEN SETTING IN MY BIG ROCKER , LETTING MY KNEES DANGEL AND SWING TOO,AND FROW,IT MAKES THE KNEES FEEL BETTER, THANKS 👍.

[@kallilovell1339]

On the subject of shoe inserts, I had custom ones made and I hated them. I bought some at Good Feet and they work great. I have worn them for years. I have 3 children who also use them. You can try them on in the store and decide if you like them before you buy them.

[@rosemoney6916]

Thank you very much for your hard effort to teaching us hiw to manage knees pain and stiffness so I follow these exercises and feeling much much better. May Gid bless you and your family. You are awesome. This is my 2nd wk watching you.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Rose, we're happy you're feeling better! WOOOHOOOO!!!!!! We hope you get to feeling 100% as fast as possible! In case you need it here are all our knee arthritis videos: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i Here is where you can learn more about our Knee Arthritis Recovery Program: “Knee Arthritis Recovery Program” www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-arthritis-recovery-program

[@nancygaxiola5412]

Can we use the long term solutions that you teach us while having the gel shots as lubricant? ( Haha I live very close to the border here in AZ as well!)

[@fongshwei3822]

As usual, your instructions are excellent and passionate. If you could find the time to post about exercises for strengthening the arch too, am sure it would be appreciated by many followers.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Fong! Great suggestion!

[@lynlawley8903]

Lots could do with that .

[@selini52]

I am from Berlin, Germany and happy having found you! Thank you so much 😊