11 Activities You Should Steer Clear of if You Have Knee Arthritis

[@claudia5446]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your videos. I had problems with the knees and after I followed your advises through your videos I am much much better❤

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Claudia, we are so happy to hear that you are so much better! We are glad we could be a part of your healing!

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[@conniereynolds9844]

Thank you so much !!! I did not understand Why swimming lengths hurt my knee, Aqua-fit hurt my knee, climbing hills, going down hills…🙄 MRI confirmed Arthritis/swelling I ve started working in glutes - a difference in 2 days!! Thank you again !!!🙏😍😌

[@sparkysrun4274]

I love you so much. I was headed for 2 knee replacements ~~ terrified!!! You have been helping me, an answer to prayer, I was so frightened!!! I met a younger Doctor at the emergency room & she told me about the K Tape, so I found you in researching further how to use the tape!!! I have been doing the simple excercise you show us sitting on the edge of my loft bed. Also flexing my glute muscles & I just do these over & over every day & use that incredible TAPE to hold my knee cap & take pressure off my knee area...I am not giving up, even my Doctor who is an osteopath says I will just keep getting worse & no good prognosis, & my spouse is discouraging by saying just get a wheelchair and get the surgery...you are all I have, sir. God bless you. 💖🦋🙏🍃

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey there, we are so sorry to hear that you were so close to getting these surgeries! We are so happy you have found us and we would love to help you avoid these surgeries permanently! We have a lot of content available to help with knee arthritis in case you are interested in learning more. Here is a link to our playlist: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i We also have an outstanding knee arthritis recovery program available specifically designed to help people heal knee arthritis and avoid unwanted surgeries. In case you are interested in something more in-depth and structured, this program would be perfect for you. Here is a link with more information for your convenience: 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

[@fancyfrancy2244]

Same here. Trying to follow what he says to keep my own joints as long as I can but I think it’s only a matter of time.

[@andreafong9952]

I have had knee problems since age 14. I want to encourage you to stay strong and avoid knee replacement at all costs. My friends spouses are the worst at discouraging their partners efforts to avoid surgery so try to get him to watch the videos. Best wishes.

[@firstascent8032]

Is there a specific video or link where I can learn how to tape?

[@tombigger53]

You are the wisest therapist I have found in my life... thank you. !

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Tom, you are very welcome! Thank you for the kind words!

[@ejohnson5448]

Great info! Thank you. Also, people should also steer clear of simple carbs, (processed foods) such as, potato chips, corn chips, cereals (even oatmeal), cakes, cookies, muffins, donuts, soda pop, etc. Those foods WILL DAMAGE your joints, teeth and possibly eyesight over time. Some of you will really feel it in your joints after age 50. Be mindful of how your body feels after consuming these foods. Whole foods, like green vegetables, potatoes (sweet or white), fruit, fish, clean and leaner meat, limited amt of pecans, almonds, walnuts, are the best foods. Drink lots of water. Gluten is bad as well. Healthy aging will give you an excellent quality of life with no pain.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey there, you are correct! Diet is a major contributor to joint health! Thank you for sharing that!

[@MohammedIbrahim-gj3oe]

Correct & regular exercise + diet + meditation & breathing + cold shower = no more arthritis 😊😊

[@angelawatkins3406]

Oatmeal, who knew?

[@carolinegrant7924]

More info on cold shower?

[@Wx257]

Oatmeal is bad for you ?

[@giakhalsa7971]

Your information is absolutely brilliant. One time a physical therapist put me on a bike. It hurt my knees terribly. And he said it can’t possibly be hurting.!!! Needless to say, I never went back there. Thank you I will be listening to you more and more❤

[@hischosen1409]

Dr David, you are a blessing and sharing this information helps the everyday person. You share more than the help when going to dr or pt.....thank you!!!!!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey there, you are very welcome! We are so glad that we are able to make a difference in so many lives!

[@GailHiles]

Thank you so much i am 75years old and wish i knew this a long time ago it is exactly what you say. please continue to help us especially the older folk.❤

[@billfrancis7852]

If you take away walking, running, elliptical, biking and swimming, what cardio exercise is left that you recommend? Torn meniscus in my case… thanks, one of the best PT channels and my favorite.

[@izak4360]

Exactly

[@Aldinequeen]

Exactly

[@davidtkocz8356]

Bungee jumping.

[@louangesaves3481]

Following Dr David’s advice for a year now has made a huge difference for my knee health. Working the glutes is key.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Wohoooo!!!! We are so pumped to read this Louange!! 😃🙌🏼 Yes!! Getting stronger glutes is SO important!!

[@louangesaves3481]

@@epmanualphysicaltherapy buying the 28 day knee health and wellness was the best investment in 2023

[@lindamccarter5306]

What foods are bad for arthritis?? I agree with your list. I've been told to do these things but stopped because of the pain.

[@kathystewart4903]

I've done practically all of those exercises/stretches and more per PT and videos. And I haven't been able to walk now. My hip and thigh and low back pain is excruciating. I wish I could have you as my therapist.

[@sunmountainliz]

Your videos helped me so much when I started yoga this spring. I have both a worn meniscus and arthritis, focusing on my glutes and avoiding any kneeling (lots of downward dog and planking instead) helped me be more successful when learning the postures. My teacher even did a whole class avoiding kneeling just for me. Thank you for all of your advice, it's helped me be more active and lose weight.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Liz, we are so happy that we were able to help you! Keep up the good work and we would love to hear an update on how you are doing in the future!

[@terised]

My physical therapist had me doing almost all of these exercises except squats and lunges at home every day for the past 3 months. I've had severe tri-compartment arthritis for several years. My range of motion has greatly increased and pain has significantly decreased. Been walking on the treadmill 4-5 days a week at a fast pace as well, which I've found to be the best overall exercise for knee pain and stiffness. No swelling, no redness, and only very mild pain after longer (40-50 min) treadmill sessions. Everyone is different and a one size fits all approach isn't optimal.

[@RuthmarieHicks]

OMG!!! I've been wondering why my quads feel so tight! Thank you! I have arthritis in the knees and they kept telling me to lose weight and walk, walk, walk! I used to love to hike - but there was always pain. I just ignored it. But I finally got to the point where I just couldn't. I do also have a collapsed arch - which probably has a lot to do with the pain as well.

[@markgiles3]

Thank you. I've recently come across your channel. I'm learning a lot from you.

[@EDelgado-gt3ds]

Was diagnosed with osteoarthritis in May 2023. Struggled thru the summer and PT. Then I found YOU! Your videos are unbelievable! You clearly have been blessed with a talent and gift to help those of us who struggle with joint pain. Thank you so much! I have been watching your videos and doing the exercises for knee arthritis since October 2023. I was amazed at how quickly I was able to improve my quality of life. However, I continued to feel a little sharp pain throughout the day in my knee. For me, it was not a normal pain so I went to another doctor and found out I have necrosis of the knee. Recommendation is "partial" knee replacement. I am struggling to come to terms with it. Can you please shed some light on this new thing I heard "necrosis"?

[@mejustme71]

Do you have a video showing exercises that people with knee arthritis CAN do? That would be really helpful. Thank you.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Sure thing Mejustme, Here is what we have : “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 “This Toe Trick Will Improve Your Knee Pain When Walking” kzbin.info/www/bejne/joWzhamhq5J3n9k have a great day!!

[@elenoafotu9279]

@@epmanualphysicaltherapyplease can I come and see you in person? What is your address?

[@sabaAsmerom-g2p]

You are a life saver. 10 days following you and my life has gotten better about 80%.

[@moniquevonmoss2406]

Thank you for great PT advice! I was told years ago my glutes were weak. I tore my meniscus in 2016 and had sx. You practice PT 3.0 not 2.0. Why has not our PT evolved! It is just like our archaic medical system that never seems to change! Taking your advice and pain has gone!! Thank you from an old nurse! ❤

[@starshine7937]

Thank you so much im really enjoying yoir videos. I dont have arthritis but im educating myself. I did have a siuation a few years ago where my left knee swelled up from over exercising and your videos have helped me realise i was exercising my quads way to much. Since listening to you im now focusing on these glute exersises and also my hamstrings. Really want to thank you for such great content helping so many people.

[@terryowens8563]

God bless you !!! Week 3 of inner meniscus tear … so I tried tightening my glute muscles & WOW!!!’ No more pain as long as I tighten glutes …( my job has a lot of walking for the first half of my work( I’m 67)

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hye Terry! We are so sorry to hear that you're dealing with a torn meniscus but we are quite happy to hear that just you tightening the glutes has been beneficial. We urge you, to continue to be aware of how well or not so well the knee tolerates all the walking that you're required to do for work. Whenever given the chance, we suggest that you limit the time on your feet as this will expedite the recovery and swelling process. Here are some additional resources that you are likely to find useful: “Knee Meniscus Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a "Knee Meniscus Recovery Program" www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/meniscus-recovery We wish you the best on the road to recovery! 🙌

[@MariannaKemmer]

Really useful video...not sure if I actually have knee arthritis but I have been experiencing regular aches & pains in my knees for a while. I have also been using the gym & squats & leg curl are part of my set routine. It really makes sense about working the glutes & not building up the quads, which I imagine I have been doing. I am looking forward to checking out your other videos on how to exercise safely with knee problems. Thanks

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Marianna, you are very welcome! We are glad you found our content helpful and inciteful. In case you are interested in learning more about what you can do for your knee problems, here is a playlist of videos specifically for knee arthritis: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i

[@shirleydavis5629]

Thank you so much for explaining all about worst knee exercises! I started two exercises as I was watching this. The surgeon told me the total opposite! Where can I find a caring doctor like you near Denver? Blessings!

[@The_best_days_are_yesterdays]

He does e-visits!

[@gwillimrutledge948]

Maybe the surgeon is right ?

[@christinestorey6580]

So, so helpful. Thank you - it gives me hope I can get back to enjoying walking. Am now excited to get my butt muscles working!

[@susiefloosie8885]

Thanks for this info. Doc said I'm bone on bone and need a replacement. I DO NOT want surgery and just got gel injection. I have been doing exercises, but find I hurt. i will try to do what you say as I also have feet and hip issues.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Susie, sorry to hear you are having more pain. We have some other great videos available that may be able to help guide you if you are interested in learning more. Here are our playlists for knee and hip arthritis: “Hip Arthritis Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mbICbP6qlXUZwMyAJlKD1dt “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i We also have a very in-depth, step-by-step knee arthritis recovery program available in case you are interested in a more structured approach to healing knee arthritis and avoiding these unwanted surgeries. Here is a link with more information for your convenience: 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

[@WendyHannan-pt7ez]

Susie, I was told by a surgeon 6 years ago that I needed one knee replacement and a half knee reconstruction, as I I had two meniscus tears. I went for a second opinion, and was given injections and X-rays, the injections didn’t work, the Dr said , if the injections didn’t help it wasn’t my knees. The Dr said I had arthritis in my knees due to injuries and wear and tear, common for my age. I had an old back injury through a cracked vertebrae many years ago. The Dr said my knee pain was coming from my back, this surgeon was right, no surgery for me. I’m here to strengthen my glutes. I really like this video, and David makes a whole lot of sense.

[@bhindiv]

I watched this twice helped a lot.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Great so glad to hear Bhindiv, Here are more arthritis videos that may be helpful. “Knee Pain Exercises, Stretches, Advice, & Tips Playlist” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mY02hvFckRQO55HfAqDtWrM

[@cherlgolja5402]

Mini Rebounder ! Is great I was a runner for 40 years ! Rebounder is cardio no knee pain ! I have one with a handle so don’t fall!❤

[@tonimcdaniel9110]

Where did you get your rebounder?Was it affordable?

[@joneastelow3242]

Ive really taken on board your glute theory and you certainly know when they are working, they burn. Theraband steps in all directions I fund realy useful. Re:your info on squats and knee extensions, I find both of these can be done with a glute clench on the extension of each rep. Nice and light with the weight so the emphasis is on my glute. I had partial knees done 12 years ago (age 46) And am trying to make them last, although I think a TKR will be with me one day. Great information you put out there, thanks for all your time and effort.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hello Joneastelow, It sounds like you are doing everything you need to be doing to focus on the root of the problem. Here are some more tips to get you going. If you can fix this imbalance you can really change the progressiveness of your knee OA and partial replacement. Here is more that we have : “Knee Pain Exercises, Stretches, Advice, & Tips Playlist” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mY02hvFckRQO55HfAqDtWrM

[@ghc26]

I had TKR surgery and the PT dept had me doing nearly every one of these except the quad extensions with weight. Now I have problems with my “good” knee in the form of meniscus and ligament tears as well as arthritis. I think it’s due to the home rehab exercises they have been having me do. I’m a former sprinter with a D1 college and have a lot of experience in how the muscles activate and I don’t want to do the exercises they gave me for my current problem. I’ve even said, I have too much compression going on with the knee and my quads and hamstrings are already strong I need to strengthen my glute and hips! If you’ve gone through any kind of knee pain and listen to your body, it will tell you when something doesn’t feel right. It’s not an unwillingness or motivation problem, you know inside it’s pain that’s being exacerbated vs improved. I quit their pt program and doing my own now. Trying to avoid surgery. I hear you and I agree with your perspective 100%.

[@suem.3651]

Excellent video! I will definitely go thru your knee arthritis program! Wish I had known about it years ago.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Glad to hear you are on board Sue! We hope our program gets you back to being able to do everything you want to do!

[@WendyHannan-pt7ez]

Me too I’ve been doing all the wrong exercises , I have fibromyalgia and my glutes ache all the time, so it will be interesting to see how far I can push these old glutes . 😉 Thank you great video, I have liked and subscribed and sent this video to family and friends.

[@kattagirl]

Thank you so much Doctor for dedicating your time to advise us ♥ It is very much appreciated!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey there, you are very welcome! And we want to let you know that we appreciate your support across so many videos! Hopefully our content is making a great difference in your life!

[@MAC-op5fc]

I do ride my stationary recumbent bike every day. I have found it helps my knees a lot. But, I do appreciate the tips and will incorporate them!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey there, no problem! Recumbent bikes can definitely be helpful, but it is so important to use the correct muscles! As long as you incorporate your glutes, you can benefit greatly from it. Unfortunately, it is much easier to use the quads on these machines.

[@MAC-op5fc]

@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Until I started watching your videos, I have no idea how big of a role glutes play. I was always told to strengthen my quads to support my knees. I've used your advice recently after I had gallbladder surgery and rely on glutes more than my quads when getting up and down from a chair or sofa. It has made all the difference in my pain level. So, thank you!

[@euleysmith5047]

These guides are very important and will be helpful in the specific cases one should know what is your arthritis situation and apply.

[@dr.lalbiakmawiakhiangte3195]

hi there...thanks a lot for your teaching

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

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

[@arty5165]

Very useful - thank you!

[@ranakvora7275]

Also, if someone can tell me where to find K Tape and how to use it please 🙏

[@trishhackleman9696]

Very helpful. Thank you so much for your expertise and especially telling us about developing the glutes instead of the hamstring.👏👏👏

[@MuhammadKhan-qe3je]

Hello sir, what exercises would you recommend for meniscus cartilage TEAR, and knees arthritis case as well. Thank you

[@moony77]

For a new tear, stay off of that /those knees, using crutches. I take grass fed gelatin, omega 3, glucosamine and condroitin and healed torn menisci!!

[@carolinegrant7924]

You've helped me so much. More experts should know this. Thanks.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Caroline! Thank you for your kind words! 🧡

[@dawnurbina-x9d]

So much wisdom in this video

[@kandikane5548]

Oh my gosh thank you. I am right and thank you for justifying my pain. I was recently told I have tricompartmental arthritis in both knees.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

You are very welcome! We are glad to hear you found our video helpful! In case you are interested in learning more, here is a link to our playlist of do's and don'ts for knee arthritis: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i

[@tinacarson4792]

I am so thankful for this valuable information. You are totally describing me. Question: how do my inner thigh muscles affect my knees?

[@marygordon8903]

Thanks for these help with my knee arthritis i will surely try these exercises

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Mary! You are very welcome! We hope these make a big difference for you and would love to hear an update!

[@NarendranathSingh-uq6lp]

Very informative post. I have 3rd stage knee OA but can i use EMS Massager to relieve pain?

[@LuvBubblyMusica82]

Thank you so much for your video content. Has been very helpful to me in my arthritic knees. I do have one question, however, if that's ok. How about the rowing machine, is it ok for my knees to do this rowing machine, please?

[@kathleenboyd5932]

Good explanation of problems I might encounter!!!

[@stacyspace4383]

Tap dancing caused me more pain but I love it and miss it. I am practicing strengthening and using my glutes when walking now. Short distance only for now. Thank you! Your information is inspiring!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Stacy! We can only imagine how difficult it is to refrain from doing tap dancing as routinely as you used to, but just remember that the advice and suggestions we usually give are to help people in your position get back to the things they love! We are glad you're finding the information inspiring and that you're practicing strengthening the glutes when walking. Here are some exercises that we suggest implementing to build a strong foundation and help you improve your walking: “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 If you happen to be interested in a more comprehensive approach for your recovery 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 with 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 hope this helps! 😄

[@EricSmithElvis7]

Very useful information. Thank you

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Eric, you are very welcome! Thank you so much for tuning in.

[@Carleiiiii]

I like your topic. Very informative and comprehensive

[@carolbenson6524]

Your videos have helped my left knee arthritis....you make so much sense all the time. Thank you. The elliptical at my fitness center has really hurt my left hip so I don't use it at all anymore.

[@MsVivian99]

Great guidance and advice. Thankyou

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Ms Vivian, you are very welcome! We are glad to hear that you found our advice useful!

[@JudyWilliams-h9e]

Hi..how does marfans syndrome and menapause affects your knee..and please show how to work your glutes while walking.. Actually my gluten is flat down right now. Started getting knee pain

[@BumbleBee666-u5t]

Thank you so much for this video.

[@bevkuepfer2914]

Thanks so much for all the great information.

[@earthgirl0225]

I had a meniscus trimming surgery more than a year ago. I'm still working on growing the equal muscle strength on my quads and glutes as it's recommended by you. Is this forbidden list of exercises applied to my case, too? Or only for those who has arthritis? Thanks.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey there, this list is for anyone who suffers from knee pain. These exercises are damaging to the overall health of the knee. Whether you have a meniscus or arthritis problem. Hope this helps!

[@dannyhardesty3692]

Subscribed! Will research your videos. I have knee effusion associated with osteoarthritis. Working on getting it better!

[@kimvek1021]

I got a severe knee pain and watched this video to get an advice, but found it’s very confusing… it looks like that the quad muscles shouldn’t be used at all… and it shouldn’t been stretched… and what is an aggressive stretching? I am doing yoga and Pilates… should I drop doing? And how to identify what muscles I am using while walking?

[@Christinesobsevations]

I’m learning more here on this channel than I’ve learned from any dr with my knees . Do you have any suggestions for patients like myself that have crps in the knees & will be having surgery or knee replacement?

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Christine, sorry to hear that you are struggling with crps :( Our advice would be to try and avoid surgeries wherever possible! CRPS is a difficult diagnosis to define simply because we are not precisely sure exactly what is causing the pain. On this channel we give many tips and tricks to help improve knee pain from various conditions. Many of these simple tricks can help improve the health of the knee and decrease the pain experienced. If you would like to try some of these recommendations, here is a link for our knee pain playlist: “Knee Pain Exercises, Stretches, Advice, & Tips Playlist” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mY02hvFckRQO55HfAqDtWrM In case you are interested, we also have a program that is designed to improve the overall health of the knee as well. Here is a link to that with more information: The 28-Day Knee Health & Wellness Boost 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, ACL tears, ligament injuries, chondromalacia patella, cartilage problems and other knee conditions.To learn more please click this link: www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-health

[@joen.8364]

Great info on the cycling, thank you!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Joe, you are very welcome! Glad you found our information useful!

[@Nrsesand1]

You are amazing! Thank you for all your wonderful knowledge🙏🏽

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Sandie, you are very welcome! And thank you for your kind words and support! We really appreciate it!

[@cheeksmcgill9858]

Thank you !!!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey there, you are very welcome! Glad we were able to help!

[@kausardec]

Sir you gave very important information but please tell how should we get those muscles, will be very thankful

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey there, we have a great playlist of videos discussing what to do to help with knee arthritis. Here is a link in case you are interested: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i We also have an in-depth, step-by-step knee arthritis recovery program available in case you are interested in something more structured to help with this issue. Here is a link with more information: 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

[@michele9359]

I have knee troubles and back troubles. The recommended exercises/stretches that I was given by the PT are pretty much exactly what your saying not to do. I'm so confused. 😢 I just want the pain get better without further injuring my joints.

[@geezergardening]

So grateful for your advice.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey there, we are glad to hear that you found our advice useful! We appreciate your support!

[@pamfrank3962]

Thank you for sharing this information.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Pam, you are very welcome!

[@suescape]

Thanks for your great videos - how does one know for sure if they have Osteoarthritis? Are there tests/Exrays

[@debrasmith8560]

Thank you for all the helpful tips! I have been trying to engage my glutes and abs with my exercise and movement to 25% that you suggested in another video. Helps a lot. I have back problems/surgery that I think have imbalanced my legs. Because I cannot bend as much, I kneel and squat a lot. Any suggestions. Thank you.

[@ursilenssen2206]

Thank you for detailed explanations of the do,s and dont's of knee arthritis exercises.if I had not found you on KZbin just right on time I would have had my knee replacement. The tailgate is my favorite exercise. Thanks for your dedication.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Ursi, you are so welcome! And we are so happy that we were able to help you avoid a knee replacement! Keep up the good work!

[@mrslinajackson7775]

This is a great teaching video! My trainer is teaching me the proper way to walk & sit. he also is teaching me to use my glutes and core while walking and how to step down with my heel first. I love learning from ground zero. I just starting having a left knee problem from using my knee to help me get off the ground a big no no, this knee pain ( I think) is also causing my left hip to activate pain. :)

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Lina, sorry to hear you were dealing with this knee and hip pain. We are so glad to hear that your trainer is worker on some of the techniques we support!

[@jeanclarke9106]

As usual, very informative and useful. Thank You.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Jean, you are very welcome! We really appreciate your kind words and support!

[@benpar8120]

So what should we do

[@lakendra4castro]

Muscle imbalance with quads and glutes on both legs. Very weak. According to PT I need to strengthen both. Chiropractor is working on specific areas of pain due to imbalance ie. right hip and lower back. (Spine compensating ) I watched your video and will go to your sight to see your glute exercises. Thank you for your expertise. Makes sense yet because quads are also weak, I think I have to work on strengthening them too. Guess balance between is key. Correct?

[@irmeili]

I gave away my driving licence and am using public transport now. I used to cycle a lot, but also gave away my bike, because I am afraid of sudden stops that could harm me. I used to swim very much, but it seems that might be harmful. too. That seems to apply to walking and hiking too. What have I left in the open air? I'm humming the song "Don't Fence Me In".

[@westernrider100]

Elliptical Machine. I've been using them for years and eventually I developed lower back and leg problems. I went to discuss this with my chiropractor. He asked me about my foo action when using the machine and I told him that I kept my foot flat while using it. .... He said that my glutes probably weren't working. He suggested, as I stride with my feet, ** I pick up and lower my heels as if I were walking. ** This did help my problem.

[@GladysChinthochi]

What about exercise for hip joint do you recommend?

[@nadamushtaq602]

Hi doctor. I have damaged knee cartilage and also L4,L5 n S1 disc bulge. Plz make a video on that. How to do exercise and also how to sleep. Thank you.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey there, we have 2 great playlists of videos for these issues. In case you are interested in learning more, here are the link: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i "Herniated Disc Help" kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mYk59Nn77n3t_dh4DeJaWVRe We also have a program for the knee and a program for the back in case you are interested in a more structured approach to healing. Here are those links with more information for your convenience: 28-Day Back Health & Wellness Program The 28 Day Back Health & Wellness Boost 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 back conditions like sciatica, herniated disc, spinal stenosis, arthritis and other back problems.To learn more please click this link: www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/back-health Knee Arthritis Recovery Program 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

[@nadamushtaq602]

Thank you so much.

[@patriciamofokeng1714]

You are simply the BEST🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Thank you for the kind words and support Patricia! We really appreciate it!

[@joyeetachatterjee9300]

Hello doctor, i had horizontal tear in the posterior horn of medial meniscus and partial thickness ACL tear diagnosed through MRI after i felt a tremendous pain on rotating my legs for movement. Happened on June 11th 2024. Doctors have not suggested operation but exercises which focus on quads,, which i learnt from your videos will make things worse. Kindly suggest exercises that will treat both my problems.

[@Wx257]

I recently read that walking is beneficial for the healing of a sprained knee as long as proper form which is leading with the heel. Is that correct? Seems leading with the heel would be working your glutes!?

[@jasdhaliwal336]

I needed this viedo

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Jas, we are glad we were able to provide this service for you. We hope these recommendations help!

[@distrachan2671]

YIKES!!!! That was helpful! Especially about swimming. I will definitely start kicking differently. I do leg lifts on my back, side and front (which hits the glutes well. With little ankle wieghts like my PT told me. If feels like it really helped. Response?

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Di, as long as these exercises are not causing flare ups you should be okay. However, we recommend focusing on improving your glute strength as much as possible in isolation of other exercises for a while. If you're interested in more exercises you could be doing, here is a knee arthritis help playlist: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i You might also want to learn more about the Knee Arthritis Recovery Program: epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-arthritis-recovery-program

[@notsure64]

Dr. David, thank you so much for your videos! Seems like all cardio activities involve the knees. How can I get a cardiac workout without further damaging my knees?

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Jenny, the key is to shift where the muscular forces are being concentrated. By concentrating on the glutes, you take a lot of excessive pressure off of the knees and transfer it to stabilizing the hips and providing propulsion. We have a great video that demonstrates how to walk with your glutes if you are interested in learning more. Here is a link: “Does Walking Help Knee Pain?” kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaXXp2lsntlsrpY

[@malrose69]

Everyone’s knee problem is different. How do I know which exercise to do for my problem? You do spend most of your time on glute exercises. How about going down stairs? I walk backwards and hold on to the rail. This is much easier on my knee then going down forward. Is walking backwards in a pool a good one for arthritis?

[@GladysChinthochi]

What exercise for hip joint arthritis do you recommend?

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Gladys, We are sorry to hear that you're dealing with hip arthritis. We know how painful and challenging it can be to deal with and we hope you can feel some relief soon. We have a hip arthritis help playlist you may find helpful. You can access it here: “Hip Arthritis Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mbICbP6qlXUZwMyAJlKD1dt Start with one or two exercises, beginning with the smallest range of motion and the lowest intensity. As you feel stronger, you can gradually increase both the range of motion and intensity. It’s best to do these exercises every day throughout the day. Aim to tire out the muscle without losing form or control. Consistency is key. Always avoid working through pain; soreness and mild discomfort are normal, but pain is not. We hope you found this information helpful to you. Let us know how you are doing as you progress! 🙌

[@helengodlonton3745]

Dr David.. my friends run a few times weekly. Is running leading to bad knees over time?

[@auntiemeemaw3885]

I just came across your page. How do you feel about a vibration plate?

[@dinihidayat1095]

Very confusing ! So what kind of sport is best for people with knee arthritis and how do you work your glute. Please help

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hello, Dini! This is a great question and it's one that comes up often. We understand how frustrating it can be with all the information that is out there. It can be overwhelming and oftentimes contradictory. One thing to consider is that at El Paso Manual Physical Therapy we specialize in helping people avoid unnecessary injections & surgery while traditional physical therapy tends to focus on healing post surgery. Because of this, the information we provide will be different versus traditional physical therapy advice. With that being said, we have some videos for you on this channel to address the "whys" and "hows" to work on your glutes! Check it out: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i “How To Clearly Tell Where You Are In The 4 Stages Of Knee Arthritis” kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWXNf3-ArMychq8 “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 “3 Big Reasons Your Glute Muscles Won’t Work Well For You” kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipLQiaKopt12d80 We hope this helps!

[@vivekdesai8500]

Thank you

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

You are very welcome Vivek!

[@sallyessuman683]

So how do you strengthen the glut muscles?

[@tracycara3814]

What is your feeling about Pilates on the reformer for knee bone on bone?

[@sandralmoore1360]

So, may be a strange question but how can you occupy glutes more instead of quads?

[@Wx257]

How do you know if you not only have knee sprain but also knee arthritis?

[@linjubar]

I find lunges give my knees more strength, and I have less pain and more mobility the days after doing lunges. I can feel the power in my leg muscles climbing stairs. When I omit lunges, the strength diminishes, and I have more knee pain. I think you have to find what works best for you as an individual.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Linjubar, you are absolutely right! What works for somebody, may not work for everybody. The content we put out is based on a generalization for knee arthritis. These activities are the things we have found that most people will do incorrectly and end up causing themselves more pain.

[@alanfriedman5037]

Thanks! How about up and down on toes, for gastrocs?

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Alan, this exercise (if performed properly) should be okay to perform.

[@Wx257]

I sprained my knee doing squats and lunges!! Had just gotten over flu and I was very upset with the muscle mass loss so got busy doing weights and squats and lunges!!! :(

[@belladona7712]

Very informative ❤👏🏻 I used cycling and the quad set as a part of the treatment unaware of the muscle imbalance theory but in fact when I tried to used my glutes more in the exercises that you recommended I simply couldn't no matter how focused I am my quads and back muscles work really hard instead can you please suggest a solution for that doctor ..thank you

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey there, we can definitely help with that. We have some great content available that shows how to activate your glutes and which exercises you should do to improve their abilities. Here are a few links that you may find helpful if you are interested in learning more: “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 “Does Walking Help Knee Pain?” kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaXXp2lsntlsrpY We also have an in-depth, step-by-step knee arthritis recovery program available that is specifically designed to help heal knee osteoarthritis and prevent unwanted surgeries. In case you are interested in something more structured such as this program, here is a link with more information: 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

[@zacksmith2514]

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[@Karen-ne1eg]

Thank you for your unique approach, Dr. David! I was just diagnosed with advanced meniscus wear, have been very active physically all my life (I am 66), until my knee recently started hurting walking up-/downhill. An MRI revealed the damage. What do you think of lightly foam rolling the fascia around the knees?

[@epowell4211]

I have a TKR due to a car wreck in 2005, and I think your tips will help me. I've been exercising for over a year in the community center gym with limited equipment, and therefore, haven't developed all muscles equally. The elliptical machine is the bane of my existence - everything about the motion hurts. I love the recumbent bike. I had gotten up to 3 sets of 10 @ 70# on the knee extend machine, thinking it was great for me. On the Duo Squat, 3-10-80#, but had to really focus to not feel pain in my implant knee. I had learned that adjusting how close the seat is on the Duo Squat helps me engage glutes. Recently discovered I could use the extend machine in reverse - stand, facing seat, lift bar behind legs, lean into seat, then use glutes to lift legs. Does that make sense? Basically, doing hamstring curls, but leaned into seat so it's more butt. That pressing knee down into towel surprised me, but explained something too. My implant will "bend backwards" suddenly, enough to throw me off balance and pitch me forward. Doctor said it wasn't possible, then tested it, even testified in court that it does it. I was very intense in my knee press exercises after all my surgeries.

[@ZeraphineDoll]

So happy he didnt mention running on treadmill…I’d die without it, it also helps with stress.