Sitting cross legged with arthritis: 5 simple ways to make it possible with a physical therapist

[@tinawhite5876]

I must say after leaving my doctors office feeling very frustrated with her telling me I have arthritis in my knees and feet and nothing can be done, you definitely give me hope to keep trying new things and for that I’m so very thankful ❤

[@arthritisadventure]

There is hope! ♥️♥️

[@sebastian122]

Tina, the same thing happened to me about 2 months ago. I've been trolling youtube ever since and have been doing yoga and stretching every day. It's making a huge difference. I'm so glad we're both finding hope. Thanks Dr Alyssa!

[@MukeshKumar-jo3jl]

​@@sebastian122 what knee exercises did you do?

[@sebastian122]

@@MukeshKumar-jo3jl kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaeWnaaPgspshNU She also has a level 2. I also do her Yoga for Bigger Bodies... until she gets onto the floor. ;-) So, just the standing part. Good luck

[@dianesawatzky1859]

No what you mean! My doctor is so frustrating also! Just more pills and more pills! The stiffness (am 73 yrs) is awful somedays!!!!!

[@LilyWesselsSoselisa]

Oh wauw I needed these excercises. I really want to be able again to sit cross-legged . I thought this wasn't possible anymore because of my Systemic Sclerose. But with these excercises and your support I have my confidence back. Thank you dear Alyssa. With regards, Lily

[@arthritisadventure]

You are welcome!

[@centralparkfitness]

I just did this sequence and was immediately able to sit cross legged, not wonderfully and i wouldnt dare try to reach forward but it was amazing the amount of improvement. I think for me the squats with the band and the figure 4 working it slowly produced immediate improvement. Ill be doing this daily for sure

[@user-wi4hi5sy5s]

Would love to see one of these videos for childs pose if you have hip arthritis. Want to get back to being able to do that so badly!

[@cherieblizzard9585]

I had my left hip replaced & am trying to avoid doing my right, via exercise, belly-dance, swimming, & diet changes. Thanks for giving me hope.

[@arthritisadventure]

You got this!

[@vedavathin.s8765]

Thank you so much for sending the video for me🤗😊👍

[@arthritisadventure]

Most welcome!

[@isabelm3791]

I have grade 3 artrosis end with lot of pain. i found hope in this video. Thankyou dr.

[@LatashaKoko]

Thank you Dr Allysa, you give me hope. God bless you richly

[@arthritisadventure]

Thank you! I am here to give hope.

[@Am_Brew]

This video is brilliant, thank you! After doing these exercises it seems as though my right hip is what's holding me back.

[@arthritisadventure]

Consistency will help you get to the position!

[@avi2125]

Awesome. You are right - I was told x-legged folds are an abs no no for my KOA condition. And you are right - I ruled them out of my life...till now, when I chanced upon your video. I'll try your steps. Cuz, ever since I stopped sitting cross-legged my thighs have become super stiff😢

[@peggymcdonnell1379]

I have never been able to sit cross legged… I’ll be 70 years old… I have to have a hip replacement and I’m very concerned because I can’t even put a sock on on my left foot because I can’t bend it… So I am thinking, even if they do a hip replacement. If my muscles are still locked up😩 I’m still not gonna be able to do this, right? And then I have to have my knee replaced on the opposite side in my right side so it doesn’t bend… I love these exercises I just found it this morning at 6:30 AM. Thank you so much for explaining it so well.

[@valerieterblanche4636]

Thank you

[@arthritisadventure]

Welcome!

[@Fredjames049]

I had a slipped epiphysis and I’ve been trying to open my hips up. Is it any daily stretch I can do?

[@tomcorridan5236]

Fantastic...ty

[@arthritisadventure]

You are so welcome!

[@beatricemarie7880]

Just what I need. Thank you!

[@arthritisadventure]

You’re welcome!

[@saeedehfa2250]

Hi AlysaHi Alyssa thank you for your help btw I have left knee replacement is that okay i I do this exercise won’t hurt my knee?

[@hasssnal-shaikh]

Will it be possible for me to do it with Bone erosion in one of my hip joint?

[@bboyd9727]

Hi! I really like learning from you. I am in my mid 60’s and stiff & sore from being sedentary, after retiring to a trailer. It is too hot/humid for walking outside. This and so many of your videos are helping! Where is the clip on getting up from the floor? Thanks!

[@KiranBaliga89]

Cant thank you! 🎉❤❤

[@jderekito]

Do you have anything on training your legs or hips to go from cross leg to standing without hands? I get stuck just at the part to get over my hips. Thanks

[@mikewalton7615]

I am 76 years old man and I don't have a problem sitting cross legged. My problem is my wrists. When I want to get up off the floor I need to use my hands and when I do I have pain in both wrists.

[@littlevoice_11]

What is the best position to sit on the floor if someone has hip osteoarthritis on 1 side which has reduced flexibility/range of motion. Is it still cross legged? Even if the knee will not drop at all?

[@TguyMTL]

I enjoyed your approach in explaining the exercises and movements. I have always had an issue in trying to sit cross legged. At 48 it has become increasingly difficult. Im wondering if this has something to do with my additional inability to properly squat without leaning forward from the hip....I know my glute strength is very weak.

[@jtsmediapromos6730]

Do you know some one that can help with torn meniscus without having to have surgery?

[@arthritisadventure]

this blog post might be helpful for you: keeptheadventurealive.com/how-to-heal-a-torn-meniscus-naturally/

[@bobsykes2114]

Oh dear it is my dream to do this again . I have no ability at all to do external rotation with right hip and only a little with my left 😢.

[@arthritisadventure]

Best of luck getting back to it!

[@Benjiffy]

I’ve been working on this for 30 years 👋🏻 😭

[@megahoneybee5]

Is it safe to learn to do again, if you have osteoporosis?

[@arthritisadventure]

sitting cross legged is usually okay if you have osteoporosis but it is something to first try on a bed or a couch before trying on the floor. Make sure it feels good to you.

[@PatriciaMarie100]

Okay after 2 TKTs

[@arthritisadventure]

It can be as long as it feels good. Don’t force any of the mobility