Exercises to avoid surgery for a knee meniscus tear

[@Daffodil729]

Thanks for this very helpful video. I'm 73 years old and tore my meniscus 2 weeks ago - didn't consult a doctor as i knew immediately what had happened. I stepped on a thistle and the knee jerk reaction caused horrible pain. Had a similar thing happen 2 years ago and doctor said it was a meniscus injury - this one feels similar, but more intense. I've searched many websites to find exercises to help - and became disillusioned, as most suggested ridiculous exercises that I wouldn't even attempt without an injury ! This is FIRST video which explains DOABLE exercises - and I will start implementing them hereafter. Also - it's good to get straightforward advice without the 'doom and gloom' prognosis one hears time and time again It's enough to take on board that this injury takes time to heal and inevitably affects day to day life for a while . I put no trust in surgery, because I believe that the human body possesses an innate capacity to heal pretty much anything - patience, positivity and absolute belief will get me through this and I WILL heal .Best wishes to all.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Glad this has helped you and it's great to hear how positive you are.

[@CHSN-1]

How’s your knee doing? Just curious if it started to heal?

[@Daffodil729]

@@CHSN-1 Thanks for asking. The tear healed fine, but it took a while.

[@twistedstyles]

​@@Daffodil729what do you consider a while one month two months or weeks thanks

[@medicinenews4351]

Ohh wow that's a great news for me ... And I am shocked it was really heal by itself ??​@@Daffodil729

[@ricardoqc3228]

Same exercises my pt recommend , thanks for the refresher

[@ExerciseForHealth]

That's good to hear

[@Aby-l3s]

saya sembuh dr robekan meniskus tanpa oprsi apapun.... saya cuma kras mlatih..ibrat mnggiling semua rasa mnjadi nikmat...dn ini butuh tekad kbrnian....untuk mmbuka kmbli sistem yg rusak...dn mnjadikn sndi brgrak tanpa ganjalan...awalnya sungguh mnyakitkn..dlm stiap grakan ibrat lutut kita di kunci..tpi dngn kbranian ..sabar pantang mnyerah...ssya brhasil mnghncurkn rasa skit itu jd trbiasa..sampe sndi kmbli pada kbebasannya,brgrak...saya tdk mmpu byar oprsi..dr stu saya brjuang..mngingat mknisme tubuh kita kn mmprbaiki orgnnya yg sakit.tntunya dngn kyakinan ..bukn cm tekad..tpi doa...mks untuk videonya ..sngt brmnpaat....

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Glad it has helped

[@roanneflores6788]

Thank you for this. I had pain on my knee for almost 3 months and it was really painful and I was having a hard time walking. I thought I was about to get surgery. When a friend who studied Physical Therapy told me I might have a meniscus tear and that it can heal through certain exercises I searched in youtube and I found this video if yours. I did this for more than a month and thank God I can feel my knee is starting to improve now. Although there's still pain but it's just little and doesn't anymore hurt when I walk. Thank you very much.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

That's amazing and I really appreciate your positive feedback. Thank you so much

[@boredraccoon2155]

How is your knee now?

[@roanneflores6788]

@@boredraccoon2155 I still experience pain from time to time especially when I stretch it when lying down but it doesn't bother me anymore like it did before.

[@victoryuche321]

I hope your knee is perfect now

[@medicinenews4351]

​@@roanneflores6788how are you now

[@jhonrmb1764]

Thank my god for 100% recovery from MCL SEPARATION in the inner knee of my right leg. watch and practice your video.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Hope it helps

[@laraibshahzadi3270]

I had a sudden knee pain around two and half months ago, since then I am unable to work I am taking the days of from my work initially my MRI report said that I had a partial sprain in my ACL but three out of four doctors said that I have no problem with my ACL and two out of three doctors said that my meniscus is damage. Yesterday my doctor suggested me to go for the orthoscopy. But after seeing a lot of videos and reviews from the patients who said that rehabilitation can help the meniscus injury heal by all itself. I have changed my mind now to go for rehabilitation and PRP first.... Wish me luck guys

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Good luck

[@bagavathiramasubramanian7449]

You will recover 🎉

[@GunavathiPalanisami]

I also got mcl 5 month rest and waiting for surgery 2 grade tear what will do friend give me suggestions I am 45 y

[@Aby-l3s]

smoga anda pulih kmbali...

[@laraibshahzadi3270]

@@Aby-l3s ?

[@CynthiaAva]

I have seen some physical therapist on KZbin stating that it is more important to build up the glutes to take pressure off of the knee

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Yes correct, which is why I have put some exercises in this video that target the glutes (e.g. side lying leg raise).

[@mikeriley5568]

Excellent advice. All good exercises to strengthen the muscles around the knee. Very good vid.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Thank you very much

[@greg2sju]

Just want to say thank you for an excellent set of exercises.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're most welcome.

[@michdevs4363]

Thank you!! I love the practicality of these. This is a routine I can stick to. I look forward to seeing the results.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Good luck!

[@gytzero]

@michdevs4363 how's it?

[@barrythomas6429]

The biggest issue with floor exercises is getting up off the floor after you finish.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

That's true!

[@teresaspensley5640]

Barry Thomas-And getting down in the first place 😂

[@nenekkebayan2225]

I do on bed

[@ruthy102]

Do it on your bed.

[@youknowtathing358]

Haha bro this is so true and when i need to get on the floor is a whole struggle

[@theworldiswatching9658]

I have a suspected meniscus tear and am in month 3, I can’t afford to not work so I’ve been working through the injury which I believe would be setting me back, I’ve been doing some exercises similar to this and it’s helping a lot so will implement this video everyday. First video I’ve found that I really feel I can do and would be beneficial, thank you! I’ll update with my progress :)

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Great, I hope it all goes well for you

[@SENTHILKUMAR-ym1ye]

I have suspected meniscus tear. Will I do this exercise regularly without Dr.advice?

[@basiyanabanda4951]

Are very excited thank you for sharing you are great

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Ahh thank you

[@lesleygordon5262]

I had knee pain 8 years ago. Had an xray and ultrasound and was told its arthritis. Recently had an MRI and have torn meniscus. Wish Id known earlier. Sick of limping in pain. Will try exercises

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Hope it helps

[@toml9195]

Just thought I'd share my story. I have a displaced, detached bucket handle lateral meniscus tear where the bulk of the posterior horn was found to be sitting over the anterior horn. This was found on MRI Dec 2015. I'm 43 now, and still remember the moment I did it when I was around 19 years old at University playing badminton - it was caused by twisting with a bent knee under load playing a shot from the deep forehand. At the time I didn't even know what a meniscus was. My knee locked at about 30 degrees and I instinctively took my weight off the leg and sat on the floor, I then forced myself to straighten my leg using my quads and there was a noticable pop as something went back into place. A few minutes later I carried on playing. This carried on happening occasionally for many years, my knee would lock and I'd straighten it/pop it back into place with my quads (freaking a few people out) for a long time. It continued like this until I landed a hang glider quite badly (I gave up after that accident), and tore my hamstring in the same leg, which took 6+ months to heal. It's never locked to the same extent since, instead if it happened playing badminton for example it would simply swell up for a few days and I'd be limping around then it would be fine again. These days it's a bit of swelling, and sometimes *lots* of catching (uncrossing my affected leg from sitting on my unaffected leg under a desk for example). Shortly after having the MRI I did almost go for a partial meniscectomy (I was having low level but continuous pain for a few months). The surgeon said that in theory my full knee extension was being blocked by the displaced fragment. Most of the time I don't notice this, but it is somewhat noticable on the occasions my knee does swell. I'm being referred to the local musculoskeletal service again, just because I want to find out what's going on with it as the characteristics have changed significantly since the last scan. I may consider having just the fragment that's interfering with full extension removed, or even something like prolotherapy depending what it looks like, but it's a tough call as I'm enormously functional and wouldn't want to lose what functionality I have. I've been going to circuit training on and off for 20+ years, play badminton regularly to a high level (lots of twisting, jumping though less so as I get older!). I'm not overweight and try to stay fit, and I do strengthen the muscles around the knee at the gym, and can do things like box jumps on to and off a 1m high box no problem. Anyway, my injury is supposed to be "severe" given it's a displaced/detached bucket handle tear. If you read around on the web a lot of sites will say you have to fix that with surgery, yet it's been perfectly possible for me to live with for 20+ years now. Sometimes it's a bit of pain (more of an annoyance than anything else) as there'll be days it catches 20-30 times a day. Other days it's fine and doesn't catch at all, it's a bit random like that.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Thanks for sharing your story

[@dominiquebrodoteau5135]

Hi Tom, your story is really inspiring. My MRI scan shows a complex meniscus tear in both the knees and the doctor recommended a surgery as it's the "only option". But l can move my knees fully and painlessly, just that they make a nasty clunking sound when l bend them at a certain angle. I am reasonably fit and walk for an hour 5 times a week. I am going to let my body heal itself, as surgical intervention does more damage than good at the best of times.

[@nicholasgeorge3868]

Prayers for your knee. Say a prayer for mine, in Jesus' name.

[@ankithadas9080]

Amen

[@nicholasgeorge3868]

@@ankithadas9080 Prayers of Healing to all who are suffering in Jesus' name! "pray one for another that you may be healed."

[@Whistlewalk]

Thank you for these useful excursises. After 3 years of seclusion I have been experiencing the effects of low physical activity, especially in my knees. This will help.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

I'm glad this can help you

[@kathyayinigr]

Thank you for these beneficiall exercises

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Our pleasure!

[@davidtatmanjr7333]

This is an outstanding video - from the perspective of a biomedical engineer and someone who injured their knee.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Great, thank you

[@TheRMcghee]

I had my meniscus repaired on Dec 22 I had 3 days of zero pain!! Walked like no surgery. Then the pain came back. I can blow up the rehab I am 64 but a workout guy. I had been doing wall squats and weights 4 days per week. I am not a normal 64 year old. I was put back on crutches on Dec 27 after 3 amazing days. Not sure if the PT was to fast or to much? I had PT the next day and my therapist was amazed at my knee flexibility and strength. Now I am back to a lot of pain. I start walking in my house again today. Crutches if I leave my house until my next visit. Thing is I am starting to wonder if my walking and PT has done more damage and am I going to need another surgery. I can train as hard or as needed with the best of them. I can do all these exercises and am going to try your program! Thanks it's so discouraging and that is not who or what I am about!

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Good luck and I wish you a speedy recovery

[@gaypreator8547]

Thank you for posting. I am a BK-R amputee. High activity-as in life stuff. Take care of my home etc etc. My dominant/good leg takes a beating. Have been experiencing interior-knee and thigh muscle issues, pretty sure meniscus. Hoping these exercises will help. Was blown away with how weak the sound thigh is. Even with the prosthesis the leg/thigh is much stronger. Initially just after following along with your video, sound leg much better. I do squats, bridges etc but the isometrics really brought the issues forward. Will continue can not hurt. Thank you again.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Amazing! What an inspirational comment, thank you.

[@nicholasgeorge3868]

Prayers of healing in Jesus' name for your good leg, and all your body.

[@bobcat409]

A big thank you for this video

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're very welcome!

[@deborahmurphy8807]

Excellent! Thank you, Richard. I've shared your video. Godspeed. 🕊

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Awesome, thank you!

[@roshawnseeny2531]

I've had this pain for over a month now but have been procrastinating doing these excercises since it hasn't felt to terrible, going to start this now tho

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Hope it helps

[@AfzaalNaveed512]

Was searching such sort of vedio cz I badly fell down last week while cycling and all of my body weight went on right side knee which was badly injured the wound took whole week for healing and now I tried these exercises which seems working. I am walking but feel little uncomfortable while taking stairs . I Believe that I will be better after one week and will be running again . Human body has all the power and energy to get healed by itself Big thanks to you for such a quality content which really works !!! Peace to All ❤

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Thank you

[@divyanshvashishtha2608]

How is your knee now?

[@AfzaalNaveed512]

@@divyanshvashishtha2608 Its totally fine now.thanks

[@miguelalvarez7057]

Gracias amigo saludos desde México

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're welcome

[@donaldstokes9264]

Any tips on getting of the floor safely,would be a great help.Thank you.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You can use a bed for some of these exercises if getting on the floor is too painful.

[@kdelacruz9553]

This is an excellent video. I started having some ‘catching’ sensation on the lateral side of my knee when walking (though medial side initially). I’ve got no pain when bending or straightening the knee - it’s really only when I walk and sort of ‘mis-step’. I’m starting these exercises now and hopefully they will help improve my knee. Thank you so much!

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Thanks for sharing!

[@hiteshbhagwani4907]

I am dealing with the same thing. Like there's a popping sound coming while walking(but there's no pain in bending and running), did your knee got completely alright after doing these exercises?

[@kdelacruz9553]

@@hiteshbhagwani4907 yes, I could say the exercises worked for me. After doing them for a few days everyday, my knee somehow felt more stabilised. I still do get that catching sensation sometimes but it has definitely become less. So I am still continuing on with the exercises. Hope they help you too. 😊

[@kdelacruz9553]

@@luisibanez3180 yes I already have actually. Had an xray and ultrasound of the knee but nothing really was found except for narrowing of the joint space and beginning osteoarthritis. Though an MRI would probably be best to see the other structures, which I haven’t had yet. I was referred to a physiotherapist who I have yet to see in 2 weeks.

[@kdelacruz9553]

@@luisibanez3180 mine started only after I did more jogging and jump rope exercises. Must have placed my knee into quite a lot of stress with that. The Strengthening exercises in this video really did help, though long walks sometimes make the affected knee ache. And I still haven’t gone back to jogging and jumping, for fear of hurting my knee again. Might wait what the physio has to say. Thank you, hope all goes well for you too. :)

[@PapodeArmas]

Well, I think I just tore my L medial meniscus 4 days ago, while on running (hoping it's a sprain and not really a tear) I was going in a straight line when felt a "pop" ... I have an MRI on Thx giving day and I'll find out for sure what happened. I'm a PTA in the Army so I'm very familiar with these exercises but now I'm pretty sure I'll be the one doing these and not teaching people how to do them haha. Thank you for the video, as multiple ppl has stated here before, this video is excellent!!!

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Thank you for your kind comments and good luck!

[@LudyPalacay]

❤❤❤thank you very much sir because i have joint pain in my knee i will follow this

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Hope it helps

[@SweetSugarHoney]

Great video to the point and showing all the exercises!!! 👏 🙏

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Thanks so much!

[@peshokelemeto2256]

Excellent video! The basic exercises aways do great!

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Thanks

[@thomaskhoo803]

Thank you Doctor, you're the BEST, always!! (Kudos!!!)

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Wow, thanks... but I'm not a doctor ... ha ha!

[@jhonrmb1764]

very useful for me thank you so much.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're welcome

[@sefmommy]

Hi I would like to thank you for these great exercises for the knee. I've played collegiate football and appreciate working out. I thank you because in the beginning, my knee was sore trying these exercises. After two weeks, my knee started getting stronger, and I was able to walk with confidence and no longer limping. Thank you Thank you

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Wow, that's awesome well done. Thank you for sharing this.

[@footballlife745]

​@@ExerciseForHealth hey I got a question can this injury go away and be able to walk again

[@bjacob5451]

Awesome video, doc! Thank you. 🙏

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're welcome! Ps. I'm no doctor 🤣

[@dominiquebrodoteau5135]

Really thankful to you for these exercises. They help immensely. 👍🏼

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Great, glad they are helping!

[@Gaminiheraliyawala]

Thank you for this great tutorial in mitigating the meniscus tear damage..... 👍👍

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Glad it was helpful!

[@medicinenews4351]

Meniscus tear heal without any surgery???

[@KhunPari]

This is great! Thank you!

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're very welcome!

[@firdausfatma449]

Thanks a lot man. This helps a lot

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're welcome

[@payalshah5628]

Thank you for exercise

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're welcome

[@annstubbs2256]

Mines sore injured two weeks ago to day but can walk on it now thank u for this ❤

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're welcome

[@ahmedmustsfahmedmustaf8649]

Thank you so much really this vedio is helped me to much

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Awesome!

[@chiocampo7080]

Thank u for this video..i will do this everyday to alleviate pain on my knees ang strengthen all other muscles around it

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Great

[@harveenheey-yaah3304]

Thanks for this video! I play netball and injured my knee 18 months ago. Although I'm lots of ways it's so much better (can do a full squat, child pose, run, side stepping etc.), there are moments in netball where my knee pops (more of a shock, not painful) and I've lost confidence in landing on one leg. Any advice?

[@ExerciseForHealth]

If you're playing netball, it might be worth doing some plyometric type exercises that move you in various directions. An example could be jumping sideways and landing on to a BOSU for stability. You could start with 2 foot lands and progress to one foot lands.

[@harveenheey-yaah3304]

Amazing, thank you ❤

[@mohamedmahmoodhusain8237]

Thanks for the great video. Within how long should I consult a doctor from the time I experience pain? Please advise.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

This is something that only you can answer. How long does one wait before consulting someone. It will be different for everyone.

[@TheBeautifulBike]

Love how we got right into the work 💎👍

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Great, thanks

[@jamesj2120]

Great video - I know that I have a tear but will get an MRI to confirm - one session with physio and he has me lepping up from a low sitting position on one leg - this can't be right - total agony - I'll start these exercises whilst waiting for an MRI

[@ExerciseForHealth]

I hope this helps

[@manojtekriwal716]

Very specific suggestions and very carefully designed

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Thank you

[@roohulamin8038]

Best explanation

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Thanks

[@Mansmatters]

Physical exercises can be really beneficial in these scenarios

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Absolutely!

[@dannyterrones5737]

Good video. Thanks!

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're welcome!

[@shaunramsey1377]

Wow what a great video thank you so much for making this I’ve done it for two days and I can feel such an improvement

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Great to hear!

[@avishekkaushal1238]

@@ExerciseForHealth I am happy to see you and happy.

[@UAPbigfootandBOATDRINKS]

Same here. Now can I start running on the treadmill again? How long should I wait. Only run once in the past 2.5 months plus the PT exercises.

[@rimshawilliam9135]

All glories to my Lord😢❤ Pray for me as well I m also suffering from meniscus tear

[@milwaukeeguy7124]

This amazing! Helped me a lot. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Glad it helped!

[@rokstrohsack8477]

Thank you so much. Have seen results immediately

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Brilliant, well done!

[@stuartmutch9562]

The knee bend stretch is the only one I struggle with, as I’m restricted with the movement and pain.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Just work within your limitations so not through any pain.

[@michaelallen8276]

Thank you very much

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You are welcome

[@twotonecloudboxing1471]

Thank your for the informative video I will share this to my friends and family as well as use these before any leg day. It’s important to take care of your knees and legs guys they are one of our most important and most used not to mention strongest muscles and joints in our body.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Brilliant, thanks.

[@ChrisFisher-g5j]

Hi just starting with your routine . Many thanks for help How often should I be doing these 2/3 a day ?

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Once a day for the exercises that aren't stressing the muscles very much, but when you move to the more intense exercises using your bodyweight, or if you did weight training, then 3 times a week would be optimum.

[@judycasemore2168]

Thankyou very helpful.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're welcome

[@wimala8576]

I am flowing these exercises but unable to bend knee to kneel down hope get better as continue to do this exercises thank you god bless you

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're so welcome!

[@larryjones498]

Thank you so much! Great workout. Just the time frame I needed.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're so welcome!

[@carmenstamper6848]

This is good work out i love the video i learn more

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Great, thanks

[@PetethePotter-q4j]

Hello and thanks for the exercises. 3 months into my meniscus tear as a result of overuse (running footy etc.) I'm 56 and the physio has NOT given me an MRI although has diagnosed a meniscus tear through putting through a range of tests. Should I have had an MRI scan? Now back at work (teacher) the pain is really bad being on my feet 12 hours a day. In fact physio has booked me in for a steroid injection tomorrow to "cut the cycle of pain" Wondering if I should have been feeling better by now? I do have exercises that I have following but will add the ones from you that I have not tried before. Any help / advice from you would be gratefully received. Also have just bought an e-MTB to help me when I get back on those hills moving forward. ATM I swim and static cycle along with my physio. Finally does anyone else find sleeping an absolute nightmare!!?? Thanks again. Peter

[@PetethePotter-q4j]

Forgot to say medial meniscus tear (according to physio)

[@ExerciseForHealth]

I'm not qualified to answer some of these questions, but if you're under a physio, they should be able to offer you the best advice for your situation, so certainly keep asking them the questions. Great that you remaining active though!

[@malkysmitt2267]

Great video, very clear, thanks, how frequently should I be doing the exercises? Every day, 2x per day, every other day? thank you 👍

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Depending on your condition, some of the less intense ones can be done daily. However the more the intense the exercise, the less frequently you would do it (up to 3 x week for very intense strength exercises).

[@doreenevanssaintclaire5855]

Awesome best I've seen

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Thanks!

[@OffGridMadMan]

Nice to find a UK video about this. The American videos insist on building up the glutes only and specifically NOT the quads or hammys. What do you think about this? I had a patellofemoral replacement when i was 42 (8 years ago) and the other knee is on the way out too! But i refuse to give up rucking (walking fast carrying weight on your back) as i think it's actually helping. But yeah, what's this "GLUTES ONLY" thing? Correct or not? It goes against all that i think i know, but i have no idea 🤔

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Thanks. Not sure why they would say NOT to strengthen the quads/ hamstrings as these are the muscles that actually move the knee joint? Yes the glutes play an important role but I'm not sure why they would say just strengthen that muscle group only.

[@OffGridMadMan]

@@ExerciseForHealth they literally say that strengthening the quads puts more pressure on the kneecap and thus the joint and cartilage underneath. I know from experience that after an injury or surgery, you gotta work those quads back up as hard as possible. The advice is more for people like me with osteoarthritis in their knees but it still doesn't make sense 🤔

[@kamalalakshmimills1330]

Hi, in my MRI report my leg ACL partical tear, after doing exercises shall i do regular cycling around 1-2 hours per day

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Cycling should be OK but listen to your body so you don't over do it

[@sidhu442]

Hi, thanks a lot for the video and this is what my MRI report says "Horizontal tear in posterior horn of medial meniscus with a lobulated parameniscal cyst adjacent to the tear. Focal horizontal tear at the junction of posterior horn and body of lateral meniscus." So do these exercises help or surgery is necessary? Please help me understand

[@ExerciseForHealth]

I can't answer this. You'll need to speak with your doctor.

[@augustinegonzales8885]

Thanks for the advice!

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're welcome

[@fatoomgierdien110]

I appreciate your great video. I will practice. Thank you

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Thanks

[@aka8259]

Great video. This helped my knee pain tremendously. So grateful to have found this video. Thank you

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're welcome

[@msj7872]

Thank you.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're welcome

[@musclechefkull7021]

Thank you for the great tips ,,

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're welcome

[@pareshparesh3361]

Very nice sir. ❤ thank you

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're welcome

[@tripstrauss8055]

thank you for this video. I am about two weeks into your suggested exercises and compared to other PT I have done /I feel like I am finally doing the right kind of exercises. how long do you think it should take to notice improvement and at what point would you give up and head to surgery? many thanks

[@ExerciseForHealth]

I would liaise with your doctor or physiotherapist for making such decisions, but normally after 4-6 weeks your body should be adapting to the exercises so you will notice a difference in day to day activities.

[@theravenmagick]

Thank you!!!!!

[@THEDOGSBODIES1]

How many sets should I be doing? Thank you for this, I have been misdiagnosed 3 times, I’m pretty sure I have a torn meniscus, waiting times for an MRI are 34 weeks it’s insane

[@ExerciseForHealth]

It depends on what your body needs. 1 set may be enough initially if your body feels it over the next day or two, but you could do up to 3 sets if necessary. Use your recovery period as a guide to what you need.

[@THEDOGSBODIES1]

@@ExerciseForHealth thanks, so I should be aiming to push myself but if I feel pain the next day I went too far?

[@claudiabTV]

Great, very generous info!

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jguerrero0311]

How long after a suspected injury can/should these exercises be done? Thank you for the time

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Everyone will be different so take the advice of your doctor/ physiotherapist

[@DM_2025]

Great video

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Thanks!

[@noncompulsoryl]

Excellent, thank you.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You are welcome!

[@cherievillano4141]

Excellent guidance and exercises. I will do them and report back on my progress!

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Best of luck!

[@fazeelalaher6250]

Plz do

[@akshayugalepatil6557]

Whats ur progress?

[@janblack5064]

Found this really helpful. Would you recommend doing all eight exercises once a day?

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You can do, but initially, you might only need to do 2 or 3 that you find helpful, and then add more in as your knee gets stronger. QUALITY always comes before QUANTITY!

[@janblack5064]

@@ExerciseForHealth Massive improvement after just 4 days doing six of them each morning. Thank you so much

[@JamesMorgan_LifeandText]

Very helpful indeed, thanks!

[@tge2941]

Helpful exercises & clear instruction thanks!!!

[@robynfoss9449]

If the meniscus tear is on the medial meniscus then the foot wants to lateral rotate to try and compensate so some of these exercise can be counterintuitive to the muscles of the lower leg to the knee and through the foot it can actually cause more contraction in those muscles that have been struggling because of the injury

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Apologies, I'm confused with this comment and am not understanding what you mean?

[@medicinenews4351]

My medial meniscus tear can I do or not this exercise

[@junyupeterng15]

I can’t straighten my leg and cant bend beyond 90 degrees. It is stiff.. and i have decided to go ahead with surgery repair.. what are your thoughts on this doc? It is scheduled next week ..this has been for close to 4 months since my basketball injury. I have acl tear, with radial, lateral meniscus tear and doc seen the mri and said the fragment is most likely causing the blockage and limited range of motion in my leg

[@ExerciseForHealth]

I can't offer any advice as I'm not a doctor, so best to listen to the advice from the professionals that know you. Hope it all goes well.

[@williambo5989]

NIce landscape painting!

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Thank you so much 😀

[@derice7375]

I like your video,I have a question for you.what to do if you have a leg cramp,or your muscles are weak.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Check out this video on muscle cramps that might help you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5yYiINqZbOEb6M

[@malkysmitt2267]

Also, in terms of activity, any that should be encouraged, discouraged, such as walking, gym work, ? Many thanks

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Most activities will be fine accept for any twisting/ pivoting movements on the foot of the affected knee.

[@vanitanaran4380]

Thanks

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Welcome

[@jamesinika2289]

Thank you

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're welcome

[@anilphilip546]

@ExerciseForHealth thank you for the video. In the exercise #6 the latter part where you lunge, are you putting weight on the injured knee?

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Yes as this will be a progression from the standard squat.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Thank you

[@habibapasha8598]

Please make video on rheumatoid arthritis .

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Already done one here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4S1aYCjrbypg6c

[@yogifabrics]

Very helpful

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Glad to hear that

[@sandeept8377]

Hi , your videos are very useful.😊Can you make some video about hernia Please

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Thank you. I've done a couple on hernias here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXikYp6fqZumpLs here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l3Sxe2N8jrqpr7M

[@balajiekambaram]

This really helps. I facing pain on left shoulder, left back and left knee.. I am getting serverr pain when i walk in stairs. Can u pls give me the stretches for shoulder and left back.. Pls help me with this

[@ExerciseForHealth]

I can't provide individual exercises on this platform as I don't know you or what's causing your problems. Please speak with your doctor to get some advice.

[@Lessonswithsenseimatt]

Thank You So Much 😊

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're welcome 😊

[@vanessaulaye2070]

Thank you!

[@ExerciseForHealth]

You're welcome!

[@Nocturnalcan]

When I try these excersizes mostly feels ok but while pushing bended leg forward to make it straight I make it very slowly because it can pop if do fast. I have no problems with walking but usually riding bycicle not possible because if the locking sensetion. I will try these excersizes everyday hope it will help and not need a surgery.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Good luck

[@allgood6754]

Thank you sir! 🙏

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Most welcome!

[@CaffeineJogger]

brilliant! MRI results arrive tomorrow.

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Hope it helps

[@medicinenews4351]

What was the result of your mri report?

[@anytractorman]

Gezz my right side of the left knee is killing me. Tore the meniscus in october last year. Worse than ever. Getting a gel shot this week hope it helps it alittle

[@ExerciseForHealth]

Good luck