My knee hurts here! 10 typical pain spots and what they mean

[@brianbanks3044]

I see most of the treatments to knee pain are knee area strengthening...yup, I have been doing this for the past 6 months and my knees could not feel better.....you just have to dedicate yourself to regular exercises and they will be life changing.....it worked for me

[@Alex.1739]

What exercises please mate

[@Username_copied3]

What exercises did you use ?

[@apsmine]

Which exercises help? Should one exercise even if there's pain?

[@Spaydzter]

Which exercises helped?

[@nancy-lt6zo]

Which exercise please let me know🙏🙏?

[@petercollinson8039]

Very clear, very concise, wide-ranging info laid out in an easy-going style. Wish we saw this more often in health-related videos. Thanks.

[@trininy07]

The best and most simple explanation for us to understand. Thank you Doctor Bellemans.

[@JC-gm3zs]

'Us'? When were you appointed to speak on my, and everyone else's, behalf?

[@ocomin8089]

A brilliant Exposition on pain in the knee(s).This is the 1st video I've seen, which clearly demonstrates the several different issues with knee pain. They all talk about 'Meniscus' problems to the exclusion of all other possible problems. As a result of this video, I now know which one is causing my problem. Thank you 👍😊

[@CrimsonRaven51]

Fantastic video. Thank goodness none of your suggestions for therapy included knee replacement. Had my right knee replaced back in 2011. Works fine so far. I now have issues with my left knee, but at 73 years old I don’t want to do another knee replacement. Thanks.❤

[@adriankoch964]

Those videos must have cost the predatory health billing system millions in vague early exploratory consultations. Bravo! Too often people go to the Dr and because they have no idea about their own physiology can't describe coherently where they have pain and never end up with any concrete diagnosis or require loads of expensive additional exams to try and get additional information.

[@georgealderson4424]

Thank you for your very interesting and informative video Sir. I am watching it while waiting to see an orthopaedic surgeon this afternoon as my knee collapsed some 6 weeks ago and is unstable and unable to bear wait. It is suspected that I have ruptured my ACL and/or MCL. I bave myelomengocele so of course I aleady have underlying weakness and in fact my other ACL ruptured some years ago and required reconstruction. Only a couple of hours now before I know the resulrs of my MRI and the resulting decision about treatment. Blessings and peace from UK

[@gloria6396]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE CLARITY

[@khalidbashir]

Highly recommended for viewing. Very insightful and professionally composed. Thanks for sharing

[@charlottewilson3031]

Dr Bellemans, Your videos have greatly helped me with my knee. You are so skilled in anatomy and your detailed analysis and treatment recommendations are explained very well

[@jayniac7874]

Wow! I was recently terminated from my job after my knee 'injury', because they felt I was unable to perform my job duties, of course did not happen at work... but while awaiting my MRI I've been putting in my due diligence and researching possible causes. I would describe my symptoms 1st as a burning sensation in the inner/ lower portion of the knee, more recently becoming very painful to even walk. This video brought back memories I'd forgotten about having very high arches and years ago being told I had collapsing arches! I completely forgot all about it. I'm 55 and should be wearing good arch support shoes. Chiropractor told me 'don't compensate for what good shoes should be doing for you', as in buying arch supports for dumb shoes. Here I am quoting him after completely forgetting about this issue from more than...20 yrs ago? Thanks Prof Bellemans, I will take this information and proceed with knowledge!

[@slenker51]

I got TKR in April. I am so glad that I did. I was tired of shots and gels.

[@luciaivalnovich5463]

Thank you, wonderful doctor! Nobody can explaine it like you! 🙏

[@kathym6603]

Thank you Dr. It is a relief to listen to a soothing and caring voice.

[@cfantasticseeallgood]

Thank you this is so informative. It’s really helped as you showed allocation on the knee and what can be done to alleviate the pain like what exercise to do. Best explanation. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@kristinasmith-edtech]

An English version of your book would be fabulous.

[@sunnyrosemama5937]

Very informative! So helpful. We just had an appointment with our doc yesterday, and didn’t have enough time in our appointment slot to really solve much. now with this video, we know what topics to start looking into, and be be better prepared when we go see our next health professional.

[@ClydeBuilt]

Excellent, informative, video. Thank you.

[@sorol79]

This is explained so well, simple and love the anatomical diagrams. Thanks.

[@davidyork8020]

best video on knees i have ever seen ! you are the man i was a downhill skier when i was young and did taekwondo for 40 years

[@marianeva7116]

Thank you for your information it's very informative on how to recognize our situation to start with a treatment.

[@TheIceman1668]

Thank you. Thank you. Strengthened quidriceps and it worked. No pain at all. 😊

[@Belmiciotto]

Thank you for your very helpful video. 🌻

[@Srinivasan.Answers]

Clear and useful explation!

[@shahabmasum9871]

Please make a video for hip joint

[@a1ej2ndro]

Dr. Bellemans, could you cover back of the knee pain? I feel it as I come up off a squat or sitting position.

[@Pytterr]

this video helps me A LOT! Thanks doc!!

[@moneyandinvestmentzdream6824]

Thanks 🔥🔥🔥 you god sent

[@estelleadamski308]

10 mos. ago I injured my knee by slamming it down twice really hard, putting something in the ground. MRI showed complex meniscus tear, Baker's cyst, bone contusion & loose bodies. 6 mos. later I had surgery a partial meniscectomy & loose body removal. 4 mos. later it's better, but, still hurts. 3 wks. ago I hurt the other knee. I somehow twisted or put a lot of strain on the knee getting up from a low bench.. Extreme pain at times. 10/10. No arthritis in either knee, my DR was surprised, no swelling either time. I have not been to my ortho about this yet. My knee hurts in ALL the places you mentioned. I don't think it's the meniscus. Is there such a thing as all over pain? I am in denial as I cannot accept another injury, as I'm still dealing w/my first one. I've had it. I enjoyed the info, but, watched your video trying to figure out which section my pain is in. I say All of the Above.

[@stuartwalker6786]

Great videos! ..... but why non on pain coming from the back of the knee in the centre of the flexion point?

[@KevinRStrauss]

This information is heartbreaking and shortsighted. Not once was it contemplated that the root cause could be knotted muscles in the quad, calf, or hamstring which stretching and strengthening is unlikely to solve. The site of pain is certainly not always where the problem began.

[@jamielevesque2091]

Exactly

[@jannekedevries1247]

The only heartbreaking & short sighted information is this comment... it is the perspective of an authority of orthopaedic surgery to meet the need for clarity with these complex problems. surely there is more to say about it and your contemplation might be of additional value, it is absolutely no reason to defile someones contribution with a negative reaction like that. You just want to bring in another perspective for more completeness. In my opinion, your perspective occludes the crystal clear clarity this prof provides us.

[@arunseghal369]

Excellent advice

[@infini.tesimo]

Looks like the area of the inner lower right side of the left knee pain I've been experiencing and reviewing my previous doctor and surgeon notes were correct in that I just needed to strengthen it again as I've been very sedentary for the last few years truthfully. I got hurt during a Amazon delivery driver job where all the up down movement day in and day out result in one day me putting my foot flat on the ground walking back to my vehicle and then suddenly I was in very high pain where I couldn't move my left leg. It's not the first time I've dislocated my knee, it was my other one as a kid growing up playing sports and recovered with physical therapy. As an adult, I can't even afford to have physical therapy or get surgery let alone see a doctor so this really helps me holistically figure out how to self heal on my own. I've mostly recovered and I'd say by this time next year I'll be able to do all of the normal things I did in the past making it a 2 year recovery period in total as I'm mostly but not all the way able to do things like walking downstairs normally, especially with weight and extending it in a seated position.

[@KentuckyGinger]

I was so hopeful that this video would give me correct terminology and help for my knee pain, which is behind my knee, but it wasn't covered.

[@adventureclub904]

Thank you so much for this video, Dr. Bellemans. Can you please make a video of best "strengthening exercise therapy" for patellofemoral syndrome/patellar tendinitis/quadracep tendinitis? Also best exercises for patellar endotorsion? I know I can search youtube for suggestions from other people, but I trust your knowledge more and want to be sure to do them correctly - would be very grateful. If you don't have time to do a video, then maybe a simple descriptive list? Thank you!!!

[@wilmavantrier2998]

Well I have all the stuff years ago had a severe accident and a patella luxatie, now years later it’s getting worse I always have done exercises, it helped a lot. There are some things I may not do like jumping, biking and running, an operation is not an option because there is too much gone, a new knee replacement is not possible because there is not enough to keep it in place 😢😢😢

[@tatigri6237]

Bedankt voor uw super goede/informatieve/interessante videos! heel handig als je overmorgen een examen hebt ;)

[@fritzalot]

Thank you. I had an impact trip and fall on concrete 3.5 years ago. I think I was incorrectly diagnosed as X-rays showed no breakage. I did six weeks of uninformed general strengthening, which led to me discontinuing treatment when exercises continued to cause pain. After six weeks, I was expecting some results. I lost 50 lbs, and at a very reasonable weight for my height. I still have knee pain, and take Pilates once a week to strengthen my core and legs. I don’t know what to ask if I go back to an Orthopedic doctor, but, I will study this video and try to pinpoint my pain so I will be able to discuss my pain and triggers with a new doctor. Squats have been very difficult where there was none before, even though I was overweight. Hopefully I at least have a tool to use to communicate what I need. Thanks again.

[@hoppy1970]

Excellent video. Thank you.

[@Noegzit]

It looks that some people complain about not having their pain location listed here. Maybe they should listen again to what Dr. Bellemans said @0:30...

[@jota55581]

Why nothing on the back of the knee

[@boinkadoinkk]

back of the knee pain is often because of baker's cyst - though you would usually notice a lump on the back of your knee if you have this.

[@MrApex04]

PCL could also be the cause of pain in the back of your knee

[@vaniad555]

Super helpful, thank you!

[@Cosmo-Kramer]

Umm, why did you leave out ligament tears/strains like the MCL, ACL, etc.???

[@SpartanFitnessMma1]

Great video havent even watched but this is exactly what I needed to see

[@Mryaseen2001]

I have pain in the back side of knee. I willc he k your other video, hope will find some info. Thank you

[@nitrogames1829]

Yeah thought so, I've always had tendinitis in my different joints

[@lindylee-lo8382]

I had a very strange event a month ago…I went to just sit on my bed and my knee kind of locked…it wasn’t dislocated as such but I could not move it even a millimeter up down or sideways…I was in absolute agony and I had to go to hospital in an ambulance…the pain was on the right side of my right knee…the pain relief didn’t even touch the sides…my leg had to be held straight out.,go to hospital and they took me to X-ray…with my whole leg supported…then suddenly just a quick as it came on it went back into place…X-ray showed nothing…the relief was instant and I felt 100 percent better…no one can figure out what happened…any ideas🙏🏻

[@sandiemcglynn6360]

What about pain behind the knee, swelling etc. ?

[@vania698]

Thank you!

[@fionah_6581]

I have pain behind my knee and also in the front. I've had an ACL repair many years ago and an arthroscopy more recently. I'm currently doing the GLAD program for knees and hips, which I hope will help. Hope to avoid surgery. Thanks for the video.

[@mrofnocnon]

excellent info thank you

[@imfreetoroam3764]

Can anyone advise for a similar video on ankle pain? Thank you so much.

[@hwy138]

none of these are where mine hurts.

[@AnirudhMittal100]

Ikr! For me it's between 6&7. Barely any video on YT had covered it.

[@JimHardigan]

Show off

[@chikacherrycola9189]

🪲 Just got a ‘Knee Replacement’💜 It was NOT too bad & my Doctor is AWESOME❤️ TAKE CARE OF YOUR KNEES😘😘😘

[@Bananaboma-vb7kb]

im 15 and I have some knee pain. When I sleep less it flares up. Its not terrible. I think I might have runners knee or arthritis idk. Its around the bottom of the knee cap. It also goes away almost immediately when I do leg extensions and make the knee burn with excercise.

[@trussmonkey5910]

I watched this video to see what my knee pain could potentially be before my Dr's visit. Turns out an MRI concluded I had a lesion on my bone which caused my knee pain. They want to remove the damaged bone and replace it with cadaver bone. Oh joy.

[@liverbird46]

😨

[@boinkadoinkk]

did they say what caused it?? was it osteoarthritis?

[@trussmonkey5910]

@@boinkadoinkk Most likely work related.

[@juancena1259]

I really need to see a physical therapist because every time i try strengthening my painful knees with following video exercises at home, they get so much worse. I have pain in like half of these places and im sure its because of my foot tending to be turning inwards and some strength issues.

[@ChrisBishop-o5o]

Great video! Do you have one on the BACK of the knee where my pain is?

[@ferdoaskhan7180]

Great information!! Thank you

[@bryansudberry6079]

I’m 15 with knee both of my knees I ran cross country for a a whole year for my high school and I started to have knee problems I think number three is what I have right in the middle

[@mikaelbentley9870]

A bad clean gave me a miniscus tear that would lock the knee during sleep. Awful sensation. It generally worked fine all day and i could even squat without pain but full flexion would sometimes be impossible, other times the knee bent fine. It thankfully healed on its own after 6-8 months. (I guess it was minor).

[@kirtipal5444]

Thank🙏🙏you.

[@alicepateiro4245]

Great video!

[@JoCed-jc5id]

Thank you for this detailed video. My pain has a name: HOFFA SYNDROME!! I feel burning everyday.😢

[@RC-dx6vu]

What do you recommend during an episode of inflammation please? Maybe better to avoid exercise until it gets better? Thanks

[@frankkatusa6855]

What about the back of the knee?

[@Kenneth.Neil0513]

Love u doc! Thank u very much for this info.

[@MorningVibes-s8u]

OMG thank you

[@Marcianody]

thanks doctor... now I know why did I suffered for years because number 8

[@annbashir5888]

Walking has been the best thing for my knees

[@RichRich1955]

I've had several of these except for ligament damage. I don't understand why you don't suggest keeping the quads stretched to prevent patella issues or to de-stress the tendons to allow healing

[@wilfredv1930]

Great explanation, any exercise for quadriceps tendinitis ?

[@nnoor9059]

Wonder where this doctor is located. I sm pretty sure he can heal my knees

[@terrytari1891]

Dr Bellemans: I have arthritis & a Baker Cyst on my left knee, When I go to the gym, I ride the stationary bikes & I peddle backwards. Does that help my knees, like walking backwards? Also, if I use the stair master, will that help my knees too?

[@trishayamada807]

I have severe arthritis in all three compartments with torn menisci and osteocytes and 4 floating ossifications, edema of the femur and tibia. I have been in severe pain for two years and finally went in. I was given a steroid injection. I had exactly one week of any relief and now it’s been a month and I’m back in exactly the same horrible pain. I can not see how cortisone is going to remotely fix my knee. I feel they are just trying to use a bandaid when I need a new knee.

[@45aside]

EXCELLENT

[@354sd]

Well we are here because we can't get to see a doctor. Ive been phoning up for months and most times they dont even answer the phone but when they do ,there are no appointments and try again tomorrow.

[@justsomeguy5490]

"Well we are here because we can't get to see a doctor. " When I come to videos like this it is usually because I have found doctors to be uninformed fools that provide superficial and incorrect diagnoses.

[@nadiafwessam]

Thank u for this excellent video, yet what about pain due to osteoarthritis in knee joint , and different stages

[@ditokelio7860]

I could really use some help diagnosing what part of my knee is hurting. I have extreme pain when I bend my knee past 110° roughly(like sitting cross legged or squating deep) I also have pain if i over stretch -1° or further(i can go pretty far on my other leg). Very rarely my knee buckles a little backwards and it clicks sometimes when i turn sideways. It was caused by a sharp turn(not too much pressure or speed) when skiing, i did hear a pop when it happened too but was able to ski fine after for a week. It did swell a lot though.

[@luciac.419]

What about knee giving in sometimes on the front but pain behind the knee & right below (the back of the knee) & just right above the back of the knee

[@matterafact]

Wow you are on point and cover all possibilities New subscriber for sure Does walking backwards help?

[@eden.e8863]

2:56 i literally had that asa an active young teen! Glad my hypothesis at the time was right lol, luckily it went away with age

[@SarkisKlinik]

Hi, for prepatellar knee bursitis, acute , or chronic, which effective therapy modalities do you offer to reduce the synovial fluid and how? Thanks

[@izzyrov5814]

What about if the pain is in the back of the knee ?

[@krazo9975]

I don’t really know what my pain would be considered, when I squat down and bend my legs it hurts when I get too deep on my right leg, then it really hurts if I push my foot/leg to the right at all. Still can walk perfectly fine and can bend it left just fine, anything would help.

[@bensonkurgat2472]

I normally encounter pain at the back of my knee whenever I ran, unfortunately you haven't touched on back knee pain

[@apsmine]

Yes my question also

[@madanagopalrajendiran7279]

If you see any grades of swelling, it could be Backers cyst. Which is treatable.

[@apsmine]

@@madanagopalrajendiran7279 I have a bone spur which X ray report shows. The back of the knee hurts.

[@Seansyy62]

Do you have a video for shoulder

[@Vijinger10]

From the video I gather I get Tibiofubular joint pain, a piercing pain on the right knee outside or just below the knee. I get it after lot of hiking on hills. The pain is pronounced when you go down an elevation, even small elevation like 5 degrees, while going up it does not pain. What is the best way dealing with it? any exercises alleviate it? thanks

[@mohitgupta9459]

What about the pain at the back of the knee? I get one when i climb stairs by loading the heel. If i climb stairs with the load on fore/mid foot, there is no pain. Thoughts?

[@akshaytiwari40a79]

Dr. I'm from India and I'm suffering from Hoffa Impingement (No.9 in this video) since January this year while playing Football...I also saw 2 doctors since then but the pain is not going away...I've to wear Knee Caps to do daily activities. Please Advise some exercises for this pain.

[@Bkbond]

Hi, how are you now

[@robertbrown8425]

Aqua aerobics particularly during launch (jumping) from pool bottom aimed at strengthening core muscles. Pain on outer right of right knee possibly just below knee cap??. Will knee brace help - chlorine water suitable- please advise. Thx

[@ender4903]

I have pain above my kneecap due to chondromalacia and also bone ache at the lateral side on the femur. I don't know if it is due to IT band friction or because of the patellar tilt which I maybe aggravating with cycling. Maybe the IT band friction causes patellar tilt. I am only 52 kgs and 1.74m tall, 44 year old male.

[@micah.1009]

My pain is 3 , it slightly pokes out its been that way for years.

[@davidbuchanan3374]

I have number 2. On the outside of my right knee I have a bone growing out that's the size of a half golf ball and my knee pain stems from this. Can exercise be a cure for this..

[@342josevargas]

Yup that did it!!!

[@Thelordsrain]

What about at the back of the knees? The MRI has shown a tiny tear in my cartilage and the pain is unbearable I can’t walk, in a wheelchair I keep thinking they’ve missed something

[@oeil_sauvage--Parole_auPeuple]

I dont know what is happening to my knee. I have random sharp and unexpected pains under my patella (started about 10 days ago). So 99% of the time I'm fine and pain-free but all of a sudden I'd feel this awful stabing pain just behind my patella. I've noticed it happens mostly when I'm climbing upstairs or when I'm standing (typically when I'm quying at the supermarket cash point, or at the bank). I'm fine with walking and so on but I have sometimes (once or twice a day) this awful stabing pain and I dont know what to do about it. I'll try those exercices but I have absolutely no pain at the moment. I'm asking here for the just in case one fellow youtuber could enlighten me about what it is ..

[@daisyoscarshow8368]

I've been doing strengthening exercises for 2 years now but my medial meniscus has now just torn, along with mcl. Why is it constantly getting worse?

[@tdfrie]

#4: ligaments connect bones, tendons connect muscle to bone. So, technically it’s not a patellar tendon, it is the patellar ligament.

[@damianhartman7647]

What if you feel all of them