Does Knee Cartilage Heal?

[@hudsonchalmers6504]

I was told 2 years ago I had to have both Knees replaced. My impression was the "Specialist"seemed in a hurry for me to sign up. In the office he said I will be walking in 3 days, as I left full of hope the receptionist gave me a booklet to read. this said about 6 months before I was mobile. I cancelled and 2 years later with exercise, my knees are flexible . What they did not take into account both knees and ankles suffered trauma one in the army and the other at work . I can walk pretty well no pain or clicking. I have been using your tips. Thanks

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

WOW!!!!!! Great story Hudson!!!! This is fantastic that you've avoided knee replacements! And so cool that our exercises have helped you too!

[@zainabkhan2475]

Hi sir... I'm really grateful to you for addressing my question. It means hope for me. From India 🇮🇳🙏🌸

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Of course Zainab!!! Thanks for commenting your question! 💚

[@rhodesinjapan]

The answer you came to this video for starts at 4:51. 5:48 for what to do about it. Thank you so much for this video! Lots of other helpful info here.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Thank you for marking the times Rhodes in Japan! We’re glad you found our info helpful!

[@joedaw3003]

You continue to give me hope. Diagnose in May 2024 with osteoarthritis in r-knee. Thank you.

[@madelcrawley7366]

Good morning Dr.David I turn down the doctor to take medicine for the rest of my life, Iam so bless to see you your video by chance.I wish one day I can visit your clinic .REGARDS from Madel Crawley from Hongkong.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Madel! We hope you can get your knees healthy and get back to normal again! You’re welcome to visit us in El Paso, Texas USA. Dr. David has visited Hong Kong 🇭🇰

[@ST-rj8iu]

Knowing that there is not much research makes me feel better! 10 to 12 months is nothing compared to being told NEVER. I will keep hope that my body will heal as evolution and biology intended. Even if it takes 5 years until healing is something to push through the pain of OA.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey ST, your chances of improving and healing your knee cartilage are even better if you can correct the underlying muscle imbalance.

[@ST-rj8iu]

@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Totally agree. I had weak abductors which I fixed. I feel way less pain and hope I am on the way to recovery. I can tell the cartilage is damaged, but believe that now there is space in the joint, healing can begin. Your video gives me hope!

[@gracecatbagan4285]

Hello Dr David I feel little better now I'll do the 3 exercises for my knee cartilage the tailgate, shell and bridge thanks so much.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

You're welcome Grace!!!

[@gracecatbagan4285]

Hi Dr. David how are I really feel good now like 85 percent. Before I was like no patient but its true it's a long process you know I always watch your advice to strengthen your glute muscles and its work. Thank you very much and God bless you.

[@Maishad007]

My knee history: Jan, 2013 Left knee hurts after a 50 min walk in the snow in the park. Temp was just about freezing. (Was told it was due to osteoarthritis). Apr 2016 x-ray of both knees show mild deterioration of the cartilage.pain is due to the bone rubbing on bone. . .. (it has not been too severe) Weight exercises to strengthen the muscles in/around the knee Can jog as long as I can bear the pain as it also helps to build muscle around knee. I used to run 5km in about 30 minutes which I stopped in 2012 but kept cycling during the summer and treadmill during winter. This spring/summer/fall I cycled over 3000 km minimum of 30km in about 100 minutes. While walking on the treadmill now (Dec 2021), I sometimes jog up to two minutes at 5km per hour, to get my heart rate up (in an effort to not go back on high blood pressure meds! 60 days meds free, BP under 140/90 for a 69 yr male) Over the years, I was prescribed pain meds for the knee but after a while, I realized being active was much better medicine. Yes, I thought of re-doing the x-ray to compare to year 2016 .. . .maybe in 2022. Regards, Maisha from Whitby, Ontario, Canada

[@Relax9355]

Thank you for your Honesty!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Of course! You’re welcome Relax33!!!

[@toddolson573]

There is another proceedure called PROLOTHERAPY, where saline solution or an irritant is injected into the joint, this causes irritation, and is suppose to cause the body to then send healing material, blood ? to the site.

[@michellechang2538]

Thank you for your help and sharing !

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

You're welcome Michelle Chang!!!

[@6ft4Adonis]

Awesome video on healing the meniscus and exercise demonstration, can you make one for the patella tendon Another video elaborating on the food side of things that you started to talk about at end of video would be awesome too Keep up the great work 🙌🏼

[@BKAY59]

Awesome video! Thanks. Keep up the good work!!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

You're welcome Bharat!!!

[@bibiaali9837]

Thanks for a very good program very understand

[@1965startrek]

I have a rocker/recliner…because of hospital lockdown my knee surgery was cancelled. I changed from reclining to rocking the last year. My knee pain has improved. Can do more things for longer before have to get off my knees & rest. A big positive.

[@Buoyant-m5f]

People have successfully regenerate their cartilage.

[@mariatrejo9871]

Great video! Agreed, scar tissue is better than nothing to help knee recovery. Does wearing a knee band help ?

[@Jalpaandsienna]

I have been wearing mine most of the day

[@floridawoman25]

Mine kinda healed by going to the gym. There's a machine where u sit and put the feet on a platform and push the weight up. I do just minimal weight and I hold both my kneecaps while I push. I also eat chicken feet, I boil them out. You're supposed to give them raw to dogs , it s very good for them. So, I make soup out of that cartilage. I'm not healed, however it's a lot better than years ago.

[@PRMitch]

Hi Dr David, thank you for your educational videos. My PCP said, according to my knee X-rays, I have osteoarthritis in both knees. Fortunately, I have no chronic pain. I’ve been doing exercises you recommend including ‘tailgate swing’ (with 5lb ankle weights). In this video you mentioned too much activity can negatively effect the benefits of the exercises and therefore the healing process. Would you please specify which activities, or types of activities, I shouldn’t do (I.e. yard work, leg extensions, leg curls, etc.). Thanks again for your wonderful videos.

[@IribhogbeElizabeth-yg7gq]

Glad to hear from you. There's hope for improvement on keel pain.

[@cherlgolja5402]

Your fantastic keep up the work 👍

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Thank you Cheryl!!! We’re happy to help!

[@insighttarot33]

Feeling so relieved after watching your video I was just doing the opposite things to heal my cartilage fast😂thank God I have seen this video😅

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Great to hear insight tarot 33!!! We're happy you got to this information!

[@ruthmatemazano3777]

Am new on this channel am starting doing the excesise am believing in you

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Yayyy! Great news Ruth! Welcome to the channel!

[@reneeferreira5627]

Hi Dr appreciate your videos.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Renee! We appreciate your support! Thank you so much 🧡

[@nazimarohom5274]

Thank you Sir

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

You're welcome Nazima Rohom!!!

[@cherlgolja5402]

It’s living tissue ! Where there life there hope 🦴

[@florrichardson2361]

Thanks so much

[@kimim2702]

Thank you for this information. I believe I had a recent meniscus tear and don’t want another surgery (needed for the other knee). It’s been about three months and I feel it might be going through the repair process as some days it’s just fine and other days I feel I’ve overdone my activity. Patience:)

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Oh goodness, so sorry to hear about your tear Kimim. It is a process and letting it heal is key. Here are some videos and more information to help you. “Top 4 Causes Of Knee Meniscus Tears” kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnmtZIh6naiKbpo "How To Test & Heal A Meniscus Tear Without Surgery" kzbin.info/www/bejne/roumeWapr9Osnck “Tibial Shift Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mbuSf0Dau3BUxO7hH3ZqjWJ “What is the Difference Between Grade 1, 2, and 3 Meniscus Tears?” kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIOzg6mjjs2VaZo “Knee Meniscus Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a “Knee Meniscus Surgery Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maIj5ge4oSQTqVs3RzwpqwV Supplements for Torn Meniscus “11 Supplements That Might Help Heal A Torn Meniscus” kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZPZnZebhc-eick Knee Meniscus Recovery Program The Knee Meniscus 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 meniscus tears or trouble after meniscus surgery. To learn more please click this link: www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/meniscus-recovery

[@awakeasleep1494]

My meniscus now hurts when standing, sitting and laying!! Took ibuprofen for first time last night. Swinging hurts also

[@awakeasleep1494]

What about PEMF therapy? New knee injury 3 mo. Doing clams for gluts

[@margaretpelaitai5868]

I have a damaged knee, I also have an exercise bike. would using it damage it?

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Margaret! Sorry to hear that you have a damaged knee :-( It's hard to say if using your exercise bike will damage your knee. It depends on what muscles you use while there. If you mainly use your quads (front of the thighs) then it will likely damage your knees more. If you can make your glutes (butt muscles) work while on the bike, then it will typically help your knees.

[@paulaburkhardt2677]

Hip cartilage from Canada

[@ruthgrosch5739]

This is wonderful advice

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Ruth, we are glad you found our advice helpful! Thank you for checking in and letting us know!

[@koayphekhoon4206]

Is PRP injection treatment can be healed for knees pain?

[@awakeasleep1494]

My knee medial meniscus tear is now getting painful nearly 100% of the day! I have been resting it and doing glut exercises

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey @awakeasleep1494! We also have another video that may be able to help! Here is a link: How To Fix Inner Knee Pain In 2 Minutes kzbin.info/www/bejne/oXevnohqj62MjJY

[@sivaramanmudaliar9728]

Could you please advise a solution my problem : my left knee becomes stiff after walking and it takes time 15-20 minutes of rest or 5 minutes of exercise for it to become flexible again though it does not affect my walking . My right will be perfectly alright even after walking. I have been doing all exercises recommended by you for knees

[@sweta13100]

Hi doc,I have cartilage tear and I did ur exercises and lil better.. should I go for ultra sound and magnetic therapy...can I do yoga..as I has posture whr we need to sit on knees..will that put pressure on me knees again and stop healing

[@geethabey338]

Hi I'm from Sri Lanka. I have knee artharitis & have a piecing pain at the back of my knee towards the inside. I'm 63 & doctors say at my age it's impossible to heal.

[@kimhenderson8249]

thank you!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

You're welcome Kim!!!

[@sandeepbharadwaj3517]

Hi doc I’m from India im 35 aged and I have chondromalacia patella grade -II since April 2022 currently under physio IFT & Ultrasound & I’m taking collagen peptide type -II , Glucosamine & chondroitin sulphate and vitamins tablets is it okay ?? Can I walk n do like before atleast after 1 or 2 years ?? please tell me I’m so depressed with this unexpected knee issue from April 2022

[@Jalpaandsienna]

I am 38 and have grade 4 chondromalacia also have artritis. He is saying cartiledge can get better but do the exercises and give it a year

[@sandeepbharadwaj3517]

@@Jalpaandsienna I’m doing much much much better than before By grace of god my lord Sri tirumala Venkateswara swamy 🙏 now I can run also up to some extent with 103 kgs body weight I’ll get pain sometimes but I’ll do exercise n take physio sessions like ultrasound n IFT heat n cold pads when it’s pain .. and I totally avoided sitting down n do not use Indian toilet n don’t give much pressure on knees like kneel down or related exercise .. i can sit down upto 30 mins max .. May be it’s because of more weight I’ll get numb n pain because of this chondromalacia.. so I decided from 2024 I’ll reduce weight n do more practice to become completely normal.. thanks to my physiotherapist Dr Vamshidar reddy (Gaama physyotheraphy clinic in Hyderabad) and his team had helped me a lot to become better situation from grade -II

[@1x1HealthyEnergybyAndrew]

I love this channel. Thanks for the live wish you could email me when you go live

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

You’re welcome Heathy Andrew Gallo!!! We plan to have a consistent time in the future. For now we will go live sometime on Mondays.

[@leevirginia5370]

Doctor David I'm Virginia from Hongkong, I have question concerning my left ankle,both sides are swollen and its painful I had been watching your channel and did the exercises you teach,now my knees are better, but my ankles still hurt,any exercise I can do to heal my ankles?

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Lee! 🇭🇰 That's great news that your knees are better! Here is a playlist that might help you "Foot & Ankle Exercise Tips" kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mZDFBRPyY3f9Dumk_hjg8H8

[@markmallory8302]

Both knees recently had Hyaluronic Acid injections. Will this assist with cartilage healing. Also I was told to use ankle weights when I do tailgate swings. Thoughts

[@johnschannel449]

if it takes a year to heal, should you rest it for a year perhaps wear a knee brace to take weigth off

[@juanmanuelfuentes314]

One question: I joined your program recently. I stopped walking and doing the exercises but what about swimming ? I couldn't find any reference about that sport from your videos. Thanks in advanced. :-)

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hello Juan! It's great to hear that you're starting our program. Swimming is challenging...if you use your quads while swimming, then it can be harmful for you. If you can make your glutes work while swimming then it can be helpful for a knee problem. It really depends on how you do it. Some people feel better with swimming while others get worse. It comes back to how you use your glutes. The more you can make your glutes work, the better off your knees are 95% of the time.

[@nasrineable]

I got sign AO in my knees. What to do please. My knees can be very bad sometimes?

[@Trajnz]

Sometimes my right knee colapses pr fails as if I have lost control. Why ? Can you explain plse. Tony New Zealand

[@alohadogs9904]

It's been a year since my injury and about 9 months since I've been doing your 28 day knee program almost every day. It has helped so much. I still get a little knee pain if I walk too far without an unloader knee brace. Do you think I will need the brace forever? Or should a few more months of exercise and tailgates be enough?

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

YAYYYYYYY!!!!!! This is fantastic to hear Aloha Dogs!!!! Thank you for updating us on your success!!!! It's hard to tell how long you'll need the brace...but if your knee keeps getting slightly better month after month, then go as long as your knee needs it. You'll need to keep getting stronger as well. There's no deadline if you're improving. For some, it takes months, while for others it takes a year or more.

[@debralee1973]

Fell down hard on left leg been seeing dr. Been 2 months now the underside of my knee stiffen up when i am in a resting state but when i am up all day walking it doesn’t bother me too much any thoughts you could throw my way??

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Debra, that sounds like a tibial shift. You can learn more about it here: "This Rare Diagnosis Is Easily The Biggest Reason For Inner Knee Pain" kzbin.info/www/bejne/joqTdpWgnbBrorM

[@kodiskodis706]

informative :)

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Thanks Kodis Kodis!

[@wilmabickers7725]

Are there any exercises for chondrocalcinosis?

[@artfuldodger8389]

Is it better to walk all day long back and forth in my house instead of sitting around, just to keep that blood flow going into the joint more?

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Artful Dodger, yes it would be better to do some walking at home rather than sitting around. Our bodies were built for moving! That's why we have joints and muscles!

[@khalidriz1501]

I start cornice pain and walking with walker it's heart knee if stop pain killer sir what reason of that

[@joedaw3003]

Thanks

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Joe, you're welcome! Thank you so much for your support. 🙌 Just in case you're interested, we have a knee cartilage help playlist: “Knee Cartilage Help Playlist” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mbdl1FVQx8BCGdNaOyGo09p We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!

[@joedaw3003]

@@epmanualphysicaltherapy thanks a lot doc. Means a lot to me.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Joe! It's our pleasure. Feel better soon!

[@kencohen6318]

Avocado, tumeric, green tea, berries, walnuts, seeds etc. are good against infammation. For the pain sometimes homeopathic tiny arnica pills are good.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Thanks for mentioning this. These can also help.

[@shafiq2uk1]

I have a grade 4 osteoarthritis on my right knee, been following your video exercises but sadly there is no sign of any improvement. its been over 4 months now. I wonder knee replacement is what I should opt for or shall I persist with your recommended exercises. pls advise as I find your videos very informative and relevant to my knee problem.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey M Shafiq! It sounds like you need to visit a manual therapist in your area so you can see if they can help your knee with specific treatment. You might try that to better exhaust your options before going through surgery. You should know if it's going to help you within 3-4 visits. In the US, you can find a manual physical therapist trained similar to Dr. David at this website: aaompt.org/Main/Public_Resources/Find-A-Fellow/Main/Member_Resources/Find-A-Fellow.aspx?hkey=108c9a56-f793-45e4-b3ed-cefe5d871a94 Dr. David is a fellow of the American Academy of Manual Physical Therapists. His specialty is orthopedic manual physical therapy, which is the ideal specialty for helping someone avoid surgery, injections, and medications. Normal physical therapists are best trained to help people right after surgery.

[@jaaz6997]

Hi, I wish I had seen this video b4 the lateral meniscus repair surgery of my teenage daughter. She had dicoid meniscus so the surgeon decided to shape her discoid meniscus to a common meniscus shape on the spot. He didn't even discuss this with us. Never cautioned about the care as it should've been done and now it got worst as she lost some of her cartilage during the recovery time. Also, the physiotherapist didn't take care of the exercises that were need and overloaded my daughters knee. I am depressed and anxious about my daughters recovery. Do you think hydrolaunic acid injection as suggested by the surgeon would help? How can we avoid further loss of cartilage and take care so that she doesn't loose more cartilage? Any supplements that could work? Please help us, we are in desperate need of the right guidance to restore her healthy knee so that she can avoid any further surgery and knee damage. Please Help God bless you

[@Jalpaandsienna]

hey how is your daughter doing now

[@cherlgolja5402]

I’m a expert ( a want to be lol ) anyway I have had all knee treatments for my OA except cortisol- stem cell umbilical cord(the best) but hard to find in US now thank to our Money chasing pharmaceutical i , but can get this in Mexico !

[@sindhukumar8275]

I took PRP injection 16 days ago. (9th oct ) I need your advice. Can I do knee exercises now? Will this hurt my knees if I do that? Should I wait for some days for regeneration? Pl help me. I am frm India.

[@reginadsouza4432]

Hi Doc. Would nutritionall supplements help? Bone broth, gelatin powder bloomed overnight and had first thing in the morning before any other foods.I have tried it. Fairly good.

[@zainabkhan2475]

Sir, I personally have seen people getting benefitted from supplements... All of the things you mentioned in the comment have beneficial for the cartilage... Moringa Tree leaves are also said to be helpfully.

[@nagesh153]

Hey Zainab, I am from India, and I am going through the chondromalacia patella issue from last 2 months. Did your issue resolve? Would love to hear what options did u try?

[@saminalakdawala5954]

Hello dr. How do i know that my cartridge will repair or not.

[@gloriajackson4819]

I was waiting for you to say that, I walk to much, I will slow down and let it heal, thanks 😮

[@parkboi3800]

Great video sir You have anything on Baker cyst?

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Prince Donnie! Yes, here's a playlist with all our videos about Baker's Cysts. "Baker's Cyst Knee Help" kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mauCV7_gEEntBWMvGcQ5OyE

[@Overcome588]

Thank you for everything you are doing to help mankind. I have OS of both knees, is it good to take glucosamine supplement