The 11 Worst Activities That Make Knee Arthritis More Painful

[@kikimontreal1]

Guys...Stop criticizing this video! Instead watch other videos of his where he gives demonstrations of what to do instead!

[@rosannaburgess714]

I love him!❤😊

[@WendyHannan-pt7ez]

This man is doing amazing work, I’m following all he says. 😊

[@raymondbohn2852]

Thank you. You are much more than a PT; a great instructor and serious researcher. I attribute most of my leg, hip, and knee problems to bad advice I received a decade ago from a VA physician. His instructions were a perfect match to what you describe as pain inducing.

[@berniecolling3697]

Awesome! 🎉

[@narcisamartinez8769]

I'm very hopeful your advice will help me avoid knee surgery thank you so much for dedicating to us your videos

[@Aashviaadya22]

Thanks but Pl advise how to relieve toe and finger inflammation. I have bunion and hammer toe rubs the big toe and creates sores.

[@dolorestowey7047]

Thank you

[@christinechan4636]

Me too, wrong advice and exercises worsen my hip and low back from a Chiropractor.

[@koblerville923]

Your explanation of the need for walking, swimming, and biking to be glute dominant is a wake up!

[@johnormsby2034]

In 2014 I jumped off the back of my work truck, a height of about 6ft. I'd done this many times b4, but this time my Knees buckled & I laid grimacing. To cut a long story short, my Orthopaedic Surgeon,highly recommended I have a double hip & double knee replacement, but I declined, opting to have my left meniscus removed instead! Eight years later, having adjusted my diet which includes daily intakes of Krill & vitamin K2 (M7) pills, exercising regularly, especially strengthening those Glutes, this 70yr old is still climbing ladders, doing all our own home maintenance work, pain free. I think I dodged a bullet! Thanks Dr David...I include many of your strategies👍

[@annsawyer6947]

Thanks for sharing! How does removing the meniscus help you to do these activities without pain?

[@oreocarlton3343]

​@@annsawyer6947 I'm interested as well, why did he removed his meniscus?

[@sistagalsistagal8136]

How encouraging to read this. You are an inspiration to us 🙏.

[@rit20095]

Great 👍

[@ShirleyChang-d9h]

John Norms, good for you for having the courage to not have the surgery!! 👏👏👍. Surgery is not the answer to everything! I tore my Meniscus around 45 years ago and refused surgery and healed myself with vitamins, Physical Therapy, and massage. The Meniscus has not bothered me since then. I do have arthritis and pain only if I eat foods that’ll irritate it, otherwise I can walk around pain free like normal!!

[@brendajeannewyche]

WOW! Talk about “looks being deceiving,” I just started bicycling outdoors again, in an effort to strengthen my legs. & I was so happy to notice some nice definition forming in my quads. I took it as a sign that I’m getting stronger, doing something right. I had no idea it was a result of overworking my knees. Bummer. Happily, I discovered you & your awesome content. So, I’ll just have to start squeezing my butt when I ride, cuz I love riding my bike too much to give it up. I’m a senior & just getting back to riding on a regular basis after about a year & 1/2. So people are already looking at me sideways as I wabble down the sidewalk, getting my bearings. Wait til I start squeezing my glutes as I ride. That’s gonna be a sight. 🤣 Thanks very much for this crucial information, Dr. David.❤️🙏🏽😁

[@PaulHarper-v2g]

I ride to alleviate my knees, 10-12 hours a week. Making sure I have my seat high takes pressure off the quad also think about your ankle rotation using the calf muscle more, this tends to use the back of my legs and glutes. Low seat is 100% quads, horrible. This works magic for me, if I go more than 2-3 days with no biking, my knees are painful. Good luck! Find what works for you.

[@beverleycumming1876]

Use clipless pedals…you push and pull

[@brendajeannewyche]

@@PaulHarper-v2g Oh wow. This is very helpful advice. Thanks so much! Sorry for the delayed response. I just opened my notifications & saw a bunch.Happy riding & excellent health to you!❤️😁

[@brendajeannewyche]

@@beverleycumming1876 Clipless pedals? That’s an interesting idea. I’ll check it out. Thanks! Excellent health to you!❤️😁

[@maureentito8598]

Your videos have changed my life. I'm doing the glute exercises and working on the reformer is so much better. I'm walking now with no pain. Thank you, thank you

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Maureen, you are very welcome! We are so glad that we were able to help you!

[@EmEmEn-z9u]

Can you direct me to the video on how to use your glutes instead of your quads please?

[@mscommerce]

You are very articulate and your manner of speaking is engaging and easy to follow.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Thank you @mscommerce!!!

[@charlenedawson7653]

Sitting here month 3 with a meniscus tear and not understanding why every time I take my 3 mile walk it flairs up. I'm also naturally very quad dominant so this video was a real eye opener. Thank you!

[@Karmakatt6]

I'm currently recovering from miniscus surgery. Aside from huge amounts of physio and strength exercises, I walk. When I use my soft knee brace, my leg/knee feels alot more stable AND more importantly, isolates my Glutes. The difference between my quads and knees being sore after a walk, and my Glutes screaming in pain (the good/workout pain).

[@lauraecarrera7322]

Dr., I want to express my gratitude for giving me HOPE; I’ve been so depressed because of the pain and every day is as bad or worse than the previous one! I’ve been following your advice and using my stationary bicycle. Please keep doing what you do, we need you! Thank you!!

[@yvonnesmith2578]

Dr.David, you make the Most sense about Knee problems! We are so lucky that you share your knowledge & we are grateful!

[@Janewomanpower]

Just signed up for the Knee Arthritis Recovery Program! It's time!!!!!!

[@patriciaoliver7842]

Walking is so so painful down the front of my shins, everything you have said makes so much sense now. I really struggle with os I’m only 50 and none of the doctors or consultants tell you how to help yourself. My physio is no help in keeping me mobile, you have told more in this short video than he has in over 3 plus years thank you

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Patricia, It's heartbreaking to hear that you have been struggling with the pain in shins when you've been walking.=( In case you are interested please feel free to check out our knee arthritis pain help playlist if you would like some additional information. 😃 We really hope you find some relief soon. “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i

[@YaminTheingi-x9s]

Here’s a revised version: "Thank you for your informative video. I recently injured my meniscus and was experiencing increased pain when focusing on thigh muscle strengthening. I mistakenly believed this was the correct approach until I realized the importance of engaging my glutes. By shifting my focus and incorporating proper exercises, I’ve noticed significant pain relief. Your video was a lifesaver for someone like me who lacked the knowledge to avoid further injury. Your work is truly making a difference." I do really appreciate! 🙏🙏🙏

[@raymondbohn2852]

Thanks, great channel. At 78, never had knee issues until I started knee extension machine. Probably a big part of the pain I have experienced. No one warned me.

[@jill5619]

This guy is the only person who seems to know my knee issues ! he knows his stuff for sure.... wish my Dr would watch his videos .

[@WendyHannan-pt7ez]

That’s true I wish all Drs would watch his videos, they’d be a lot less surgery’s taking place.

[@normalindacabusao442]

Thank you so much Dr. David. Thank God I did not decide for knee surgery 3years ago. I have been given exercises mentioned in this presentation which are a NoNo. I followed your advice on tightening more of my glutes. I am so ecstatic something works. I’m 79 y/o & retired RN. After listening to your presentation I was in pain on both knees. Did your glute exercises for a week now & has helped to reduce the stiffness when walking. Please continue these presentations. I’ll share these with other retired RNs.

[@bebetigre1252]

will try,

[@joyherb7015]

Yes, by all means strengthen your glutes! But what about strengthening your hamstrings?

[@gothops2632]

@Joy Herb He said in another video not to strengthen the hamstrings either as it decreases resting muscle length of the hamstrings, which has the effect of over pressurising the knee joint.

[@christicepeda1264]

I'm an ICU nurse with very inflamed knees. I'm on vacation this week and just resting. I will definitely start working out my glutes. I look forward to not hurting!

[@gothops2632]

@@christicepeda1264 Have you ever taken cipro antibiotics, Christi?

[@sharonmarshroberts6602]

Thanks!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

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

[@Cynthia-p3p]

Your suggestions are so gentle and respectful to the structure of the body... SO respectful of the structure of the body. THANK YOU!!!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Cynthia! You are so welcome! Thank you so much for the kind words and for tuning in. In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for knee arthritis help. You can check it out here: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!🧡

[@angyr2902]

O my Lord, everything you said not to do I did, I have arthritis and degenerative meniscus and swelling, I will stop right now and focusing on glutes. Thank you so much and God Bless you🙏🙏❤️

[@joemarksz]

100% agree about the power of the glutes... Not only for knee but even more so for lower back. Always shocks me how little emphasis there is to how important the glutes are. The only thing that concerns me whether or not I'm allowing my quads to weaken too much by emphasizing glutes so much...

[@philipwood2911]

So how do I find the walking video that helps glutes?

[@elaineedwards592]

Thanks

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Thank you Elaine!! We appreciate you so much! 🧡🧡🧡

[@skala1977]

All 💯 true ! This had also been my experience. All our physiotherapists here in Switzerland prescribe exactly all these exercises which you listed, and they only make it worse. Your videos are eye-openers ! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Thanks for sharing Skala!

[@rosalindalay4499]

I mow the lawn n it kills me for a few days after ward to get better

[@rmemon4085]

Same here in Pakistan.

[@bethkoenig3078]

This was really helpful. I’ve never heard any of this, but it makes sense and now I know why things hurt when doing those. Thank you.

[@katpham2466]

I did so many things that you mentioned in the video, not knowing that they can be harmful for my knees health. And so at this moment I have a horizontal medial and lateral meniscus tear in my right knee. I just got a steroid injection yesterday and start physical therapy today. These advices are very helpful to me. I will focus now on my glute strengthening. Thank you so much Dr David❤

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Katpham, Thank you for sharing your story! 🙌 We're sorry to hear about your meniscus tears, but it’s great that you’re taking steps toward recovery. Shots can help temporarily, but it's more important to address the root cause, which is usually a muscle imbalance stemming from the glutes. The fact that you're focusing on glute strengthening is a smart move to help take pressure off your knee. We’re glad the advice in the video has been helpful to you. Just in case you're interested, we have a Meniscus Help playlist that you might find helpful. You can access it here: "Knee Meniscus Help" kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a 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. Wishing you all the best in your recovery-stay strong, and keep up the good work!🧡

[@chandrakantpatel3496]

I am also doing clamshell and bridge for glutes, helped me lot thanks dear

[@susanvelez6534]

Dr. David thank you for this! I’m 61 and this year I suddenly started having knee pain. I’ve always been active loved dancing, doing yoga. With this sudden pain I went to see my GP she has sent me to a orthopedic specialist and he told me I have a bit of arthritis in one knee more than the other. So PT it is he called it Core to bottom. Watching this video has completely acknowledged what I thought. I had worked out with a trainer when I was 36-40 and was in the best shape and continued with other exercises until this March of 2023 when I went to do yoga and my knees were in so much pain.

[@yvonnesmith2578]

I can totally relate!

[@balwinderkhattar6703]

I’m to

[@sophialiu8194]

Thank you so much, Dr. David. Before I listened to your videos, the walking and swimming exercises were really giving me more knee pains. Thanks a million for your educational videos. Finally, I have learned how to exercise the right way!

[@nurbaiti_hikaru]

Now I know why my knee pain is worsen. Thank you.

[@bekind615]

What a great physio Dr. David is. These videos are pure gold. My PT has never given me these detailed recommendations. I already have one full replacement and one partial. Six years later the knee with the partial is killing me. (I am a very athletic 68 year old woman who races single handed sailboats, plays Pickleball, and loves to hike and bike.) Makes me sad that maybe I could have avoided them, but I am assuming that I can still strengthen myself now that I have found Dr. David. If you are listening Dr. David--do you have advice for folks who have already had replacements and want to get rid of and/or prevent pain? The surgeon is now recommending a hip replacement too but I am going to avoid it (hopefully_ using your suggestions. But does everything you say also apply to my knees with replacements? Please answer! And thank you for your service to all of us!

[@sheiladonofrio7933]

I used to love going to the gym, but I did overstretched. Ten years later I have severe arthritis in both hips snd my lower back goes out. Thought water aerobics was a blessing too Thank you for your wisdom!!

[@candidapratt3675]

Thankyou that was brillent,,so i can do brest stroke and abit of back stroke but only abit, not stand tip toe??

[@Readit4Life_2Chron7_14]

Excellent review!! Great explanations. Thank you for emphasizing this critical issue. I've have talked to I'm blue in the face about one needs to be aware of muscle imbalances. One of the main reasons folks have poor posture with walking, sitting and increased joint issues in their hips, knees and ankles is poor activation & proper use of their gluteal muscles, weak abdominal &/or weak back muscles and inflexibility of their ankles. You can make your brain more aware of a muscle group you want to activate and use more by "gently" slapping that muscle - gluteal mm while you are about to exercise that gluteal mm. You see athletes doing this all the time. Your brain is powerful. IF you don't activate and properly use a muscle, then your brain will just sort of not think about activating and using that muscle. Also, one gluteal muscle = one butt cheek can be working, firing & in use more than the other butt cheek. One must work on waking up that butt cheek with more brain awareness; especially of a mild neuropathy or nerve disease or damage is causing one side of your leg & or butt cheek to be weaker than the other. Butt muscle use and strengthening is mentioned so often because it's one of the most important muscles in one's body BUT it's also one the most ignored muscle (both mentally & physically), in the body.

[@deidrepocock4276]

Thank you. You are brilliant and talk sooo much commonsense. 👏 from Australia 🦘

[@WendyHannan-pt7ez]

That’s so true another Aussie here, I’m so glad I found David. 🇦🇺🐨

[@brendahowrey4819]

Wow! I just found your channel. So many of the exercises you have mentioned do cause my knees distress. I have had knee pain biking and thought it was just me- everyone says it is best exercise for knee arthritis. I have, just on my own , have been doing glute exercises…now I will search your videos and find the info on proper walking using glutes!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Brenda! Using a bike will be helpful if you can get your glutes to work during the exercise. If you feel you are using your quads more than your glutes while using the bike, then you will likely make your knee problem worse :-( We have a great video on how to ride a bike with knee arthritis! “How To Use A Stationary Bike To Help Heal Knee Arthritis” kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZfQhaaHrdJorpo Here is also a great video on how to walk using your glutes! “Does Walking Help Knee Pain?” kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaXXp2lsntlsrpY “Walking & Stairs Advice For Painful Knees, Hips, And Ankles” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mZqQdy7MnE2Q1H_Xfgxi5zH

[@barbaranelson2888]

@@epmanualphysicaltherapy0

[@kentuckylucky5762]

Got a video on how to use your glutes to swim??

[@wendyhannan2454]

That’s great advice, strengthen your glutes. I’m working my glutes for meniscus tears. I must admit I find them hard to do. I’m 76, wish I had of started years ago, when I did these injuries. Thank David, I love your videos.

[@stuarto5162]

All of what you said at the beginning up to 2 worked for me and stopped the pain in my knee , it was inactivity that caused pain

[@nasrineable]

You are a god gifted Sir. You are helping me and so many people around the world. God bless. My problem I suffers my knees and I have also hips inflammation. Will it not be too much if I use gouts?

[@kimberlysamuel1310]

If someone is at stage 4 with knee arthritis gluteus strengthen is the type of exercises to help with the muscle imbalances?

[@tonyk8369]

All this makes absolute sense to me I had my right knee done tkr end of June but the more I do it seems like it's making my left knee sore and I'm doing some exercises that you indicate not doing I'd like to see more of what a person like me needs to do so I'm not making my left knee so bad that Ive got to replace it too. They offered to do both. Cuz knee replacement is just not that fun. Thanks

[@rebekahameraful]

Thank you very much for all this information 💙 I’ve had knee issues since teenage years but had always been very sporty and now I can barely do anything. Never had this much useful information. Will be signing up for your course asap. 💛 this has given me hope! Thank you

[@trudypage410]

I loved this video but was stunned when you you suggested one should give up walking for exercise. This has been my major form of cardio for years. Do you have suggestions for managing cardio exercises?

[@qamarhabib2087]

All I can say is THANK YOU, because I did most of the things what you explained not to do and made my pain worse.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Qamar, you are very welcome! Sorry to hear your pain got worse, but we are glad we were able to help you understand better. If you are interested, we also have some great videos on what to do for knee arthritis problems. Here is a link: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i We also have an in-depth, step-by-step knee arthritis recovery program that sounds like it would be perfect to help you get rid of all of this pain. In case you are interested in something like that, 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

[@jayemcvay8038]

Dr.David, I have bone on bone and I have to get in and out of a big truck. Is this something you would suggest to do I've been told that I need total knee replacements. What can I do to help the pain?

[@pamelakrueger7353]

Your advice makes total sense! I have a torn miniscus and knee arthritis. I feel like alot of the pt exercises I've been directed to do are to build my thigh muscles.

[@Bozey182]

I had a torn meniscus on my right knee. I developed arthritis in my knee from letting the injury go.

[@tonykinzl2067]

Fantastic explanations! It showed all what I am doing wrong, thank you!😊

[@theresanneji2303]

All most the whole exercises I do for my knees are wrong from what you demonstrated. Please do the ones that will be of help to my osteoarthritis

[@CricketNewJersey]

What exercise do you recommend for getting cardio?

[@melevin3]

I need a knee replacement. How can I do the knee program?

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Melvin, We are so sorry to hear that you are in need of a knee replacement! 🥺 If you are experiencing bone-on-bone knee arthritis then the Knee Arthritis Recovery will be the one that fits your needs. 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. We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!

[@janreavis9602]

I learned so very much from this lesson….. I appreciate your help….. it has so helped me to know what Not to do…… and it is just so wonderful to run onto your videos…..thank you so so so much…..

[@jefferyrowe2648]

Very informative. So I was at “low”stage 4 with my arthritic knees, looking at bilateral replacements, & with did PT for 2 months, with attention to the Glute med/min. Pain, and mobility improved to the point where my PT told me to hold off on the surgery and continue with the exercise plan. Although my knees fill better, I pay the price if I walk too much. Would like to know, how to activate these glute muscles during cycling and walking.

[@dr.taralikatrivedi]

Dr David, i am a fan of yours and watch each of your episodes . i have stage 4 osteoarthritis in right knee, but i am able to do my regular activities , but i have developed varus deformity. How long i can avoid tkr?

[@TonyJPaixao]

Thanks for so many great tips. My knee joints appreciated a lot! 🙌

[@freezo244]

Just went for my first walk consciously using my gluts…game changer! Thank you!!!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

That's amazing to hear! You're very welcome!

[@vivianeraw8448]

How do you use your glutes while walking

[@soulone22]

I am really learning a lot from your channel. Thank you for your clear and concise videos.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Soulone, you're welcome! We are very grateful to be able to help. Thank you so much for being part of our community.🙌 Just in case you're interested or haven't seen it, we have a knee arthritis help playlist. You can access it here: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i We also have a Knee Arthritis Help Program. 😃The program is similar to our in-person treatments minus the manual manipulation. 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 We wish you all the best in your road to recovery. We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!

[@shaheenmeyer7839]

Hi Dr. David, I love watching your videos, very educational and makes a lot of sense. I have knee arthritis and follow your advice and it works well. Thank you so much for doing what you do! YOU'RE THE BEST 👌

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

YAYYYYYYY!!!!!! This is fantastic to hear Shaheen!!!! Thank you for updating us on your success!!!!

[@TanyaPal27]

Hi is this all applicable for rheumatoid arthritic knee as well?

[@TanyaPal27]

Please reply sir

[@chandrakantpatel3496]

Hello doc. I see all your vedios and found much benefits , I have a questation, I am doing Kegal exercise to help my prostate problem, my question is that, can Kegal exercise help glute muscles, and indirectly to my knee, everyday I am doing walking as you show, and it improves my knee pain much better . I am 70 by age

[@j.muturitv8501]

Thank you Dr.David thank goodness i came across your videos and I thank God..watching from Africa Kenya

[@Kimmymimmy1]

This is a revelation. I’ve been given all the exercises you mention which aggravate my knee condition and arthritis. I’ve been doing what you suggest for two days and can feel an improvement already. I can’t begin to tell you how grateful I am. Thank you so much. ❤️

[@oraleholmes1263]

R u sure

[@dildarkassam8728]

do u hv anything to offer for knee bone upon bone and not functioninh knee. thank u

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey @dildarkassam8728, yes we've got a whole playlist for knee arthritis right here: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i You should take a look at our Knee Arthritis Recovery Program here too: www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-arthritis-recovery-program

[@mrinalinipillay6501]

Thank you for ur video. Do you have a video on the exercises that we SHOULD DO to make our knee muscles stronger?

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey @mrinalinipillay6501 we've got a whole playlist of videos related to helping knee arthritis right here: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i We've also got a comprehensive, structured online program for knee arthritis here: “Knee Arthritis Recovery Program” www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-arthritis-recovery-program

[@lettymabilangan5725]

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[@johnstacey8794]

Hi , what do you think of using ankle weights and dangling legs , is it good at decompression?

[@malathimurthy7222]

Dr David, how to be fit without doing the above 11 things, please suggest some simple exercises for people with knee pain.

[@sumibak]

I have knee arthritis and I am gym cycling, yoga and swimming. I had to give up walking as I had a lot of food and knee problems as a result. Please tell us what we can do instead as we do need cardio to keep us fit. This video has depressed me tremendously as I now do not know what I should be doing. I am in my early 70s and was fit till I discovered I had knee arthritis.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Sumibak, We are sorry to hear that this information caused you distress. Aside from the yoga, you can continue to cycle and swim. We would never have anyone stop doing the activities they love but we are suggesting making some adjustments. When you cycle and swim the exercise must be driven from the glutes. Your glutes must feel tired and sore after completing the exercises otherwise there is a possibility of making your knee arthritis worse. Yoga is ok too as long as you have the proper instruction as there is a tendency for many people to over-stretch and cause an injury to the knee. Muscles that help relieve knee arthritis, at this stage, need to be strengthened over being stretched too much. We have a knee arthritis help playlist you might find helpful. You can access it here: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i 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. If you find that working with this playlist improves your situation we would encourage you to look into our 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 We wish you all the best in your road to recovery. We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!

[@Getoverit-001]

I have trouble tightening my glutes-any suggestions

[@sunalinikamayah661]

Dear Dr David I have taken notes of all the do's and don't for my Right knee arthritis. Thank you for your advice and tips .

[@levanahbatlila859]

What exercised DO you recommend? Can you demonstrate the correct glute exercises?

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey! Here are some videos you might find useful: “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

[@karenlucci2154]

Thanks to a recent video of yours, I now do baby squats on my pilates reformer and I feel no pain in my knees afterwards. Your video on standing glute exercises, as well as this video, has been extremely educational for me and I thank you so much!

[@aross1944]

Very helpful but frustrating the PTs are recommending all those moves

[@inthetules]

He seems to be emphasizing glute exercises

[@samitah2230]

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[@anjukarikan7293]

Hi from South Africa Doc. Thanks for the advice u always giving us. Is a stepper a good thing to use if one has Osteoarthritis?

[@pjj.5649]

Thank you so much, Dr. David, this video has been so helpful. As I listended, I see where I was doing all the wrong things. I went tp a PT who strengthened my quads to steel strenght but I still had keen pain on steps and after walking a good distance. I did machines in the gym which set my knees on fire with pain worse. Of course when I didn't feel better, wasn't getting the results, I blamed myself. I understand clearly now what I need to avoid (all 11 of these activities.) and get my glutes stronger. Thank you again. Ps. the weight loss, looks good on you! I am sure you can feel the difference. I watched your video where you talked about diet and foods that can help the healing/health process. All the best!!👍

[@ChunChuee28]

Thank you so much for your information. I once having a bad quadriceps tendinitis caused by lifting my knees for few times. I couldn’t walk for 9 days.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Chun, It is our pleasure to be able to assist you! We can only imagine how hard it must have been to handle not walking for 9 days due to the pain. We hope you are doing better! 😃

[@killa46464]

I’ve done all those activités , and yes , I felt worse !! It has been so frustrating and de-motivating . Thank you for your great advice !

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Vikki, sorry to hear that things were getting worse :( here are some great videos for knee arthritis in case you are interested in learning more: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i

[@314WESTERN]

Thanks for your advice, I've stopped exercising altogether.

[@kathyclark3168]

All these exercises you mentioned, are done in my exercise class. I will not do any of them as my knees have told me no over the years not to. We do glute exercises, when I walk I try and remember to use them. Good video as always, take care 😊

[@Janewomanpower]

yes, i am so surprised this is not pointed out by physiotherapists!

[@HarpreetKaur-ti2xp]

Hi , you make really wonderful content, it’s quite informational , I wish to know knee brace help us putting all the time even in sleep ? If we have some swelling and when they should be taken off

[@MrMytube14]

Thank you, El Paso Manual!

[@lorryvelarde3956]

Thank you for your great content. After an injury accident these tips help so much!!

[@donpasulka]

Great video! I’ve been thinking the same things while dealing with knee pain the last six months. I decided not to do anything that hurt. Now my knee is finally healing nicely. Thanks for confirming my beliefs!

[@Tekukuno]

I love to swim and have water on the right knee. I thought it was a good exercise but noticed that my knee got progressively worse the more I swam, so I gave it up. You have confirmed what I thought. Thanks.

[@asmasanaullaah2213]

Good information thanks dr

[@Oz4rmEg]

My experience is different. swimming healed my shoulder and knees.... to me swimming is a great therapy

[@az57man65]

Interesting, I damaged my knees at the gym on the leg left machine. That was two years ago. Still dealing with it. The glute exercises are working 😅

[@veronicwbrennan4002]

This is brilliant, everything we shouldn't do but please what should we do to relieve the pain?

[@concernedcanadian8460]

Very articulate. I'm having aome extended inner knee pain for the first time ever, and will be using some of your ideas from this video and others.

[@smitaainapure5026]

You should describe how to use glute muscles.

[@susansundquist3804]

He already has a video with 5 exercises just for that

[@francescaderimini2931]

He has a great video better than my PT! His knowledge of how to squeeze the gluts the correct way made all the difference to my knee!

[@marcimurphree4193]

He has s number of videos that do this. Do your research.

[@lenabans579]

Thank you - your explanations are invaluable ... One realises that good intentions - resolve but with a lack of understanding can do more harm. than good.

[@Einsteinsmum]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I’m in the middle of an ITBS flare up. Your channel has done more to help my recovery than anyone else. Grateful for this video showing what NOT to do. Seriously grateful. Thank you! ❤️

[@JennyWren333]

My experience is that doctors and therapists don’t listen to me. As if I don’t know about what’s going on in my body. Do you have glute exercises that are specific for seniors? Left to my own shaky devices, I’m starting your glute exercises at 1/2 the “recommended dose” of 10 reps, doing 5 instead. Thank you for your help and for sharing your valuable knowledge and awareness!!!

[@tanya-mariebagore9264]

Thankyou Doctor!!🙏 Should have seen your video earlier. It got me seconds watching your video & massaging my knee cap and got instant recovery. No more pains I've experienced since last year. Thankyou Thankyou. 🙏🇵🇬🇵🇬

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Wooohoooo!!! This is great to hear Tanya!!! We’re sooo happy to hear that you’re feeling no pain now!!!

[@nancyanderson6741]

Am a new subscriber and have done about 3 videos along with you! I had a knee injury almost 20 years ago gardening. I put my full weight on my kneecaps and developed chondomalacia of my left kneecap according to my doctor. I still get pain in it when I kneel on my knees or even walk too much. Since concentrating on the glute muscles activation, my left knee feels less painful and more flexible. Thanks so much.

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Nancy, Thank you so much for joining our community and trying out our videos! 🙌We're sorry to hear about your knee troubles for the past 20 years - dealing with knee issues is no joke. It's awesome that you've noticed some positive changes, though. Less pain and more flexibility in your left knee since focusing on those glutes - that's a win! It's true; unless someone's been through it, they might not get the struggle. Just in case you are interested we have a playlist dedicated to chondromalacia patella help. You can access it here: “Knee Cap Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1mYRotMXuS6F94UZkGAIxsb2 We wish you all the best on your recovery journey. We’d love to hear how you are doing as you progress! Please take care.🧡

[@nancyanderson6741]

@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Thank you Dr David! So happy you read my comment! I will definitely watch your video about chondromalacia patella and really pleased you have one on that part of the knee, the kneecap! My daughter lives in Texas after moving there a couple years ago to No. Richland Hills. She loves the weather and says Texas has only 2 seasons--spring and summer! lol! Last month may have been an exception, though. Today I was able to do a bit of vacuuming and dusting and this was after I’d seen and done 3 of your videos! They make me feel like I can be successful and not hurt myself when doing the exercises! You are very good at demonstrating them and saying what exercises not to do. I have an exercise bike but noticed recently I had more left knee pain after using it so I stopped riding it. For exercise I had only been walking but that’s something not good for the knee either as you said in that video and my knee pain did worsen after my walk. Will now watch the video link you gave me. Thanks again!🙏

[@sandrazylstra7061]

Thank you sooooooo much..... your knee series and the way you so sensitively deliver the messages have been game changers!!!! My life means I must drive minimally 2 hours daily - having had partial meniscus removal and now arthritis develop in the knee and the ankle means driving with the left leg and foot is painful - do you have any tips Dr. Middaugh for alleviating the pain associated with driving? Thanks again - more than you know!!!!!!

[@nancyruot3501]

Thank you for all your information. I went to PT as ordered & they did every exercise you said not to do for arthritic knees. I never felt better only worse so I stopped it. Now I know why...again thank you for your expertise!

[@lisamarie5764]

So what exercises CAN we do ? I like to train my quads but seems you don’t recommend training quads 🤷🏻‍♀️ I’m confused

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hey Lisa Marie, absolutely do not train your quads!!! You can learn more about what movements are good for you in our Knee Arthritis videos here: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i We've also got a comprehensive program to help people suffering from knee arthritis. You can learn more about it here: “Knee Arthritis Recovery Program” www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-arthritis-recovery-program

[@luciarel8131]

I'm so glad I found this channel! Thank you!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Luci! It is our pleasure! We are thrilled you found us.🎉 In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for knee arthritis help. You can check it out here: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i We also have 2 videos with exercises that would be beneficial to ease the pain and discomfort you may be experiencing in your knees. You can check it out here: “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 We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!🧡

[@christiancote7631]

I'm overweight. My quad muscles are weak. Most of my weight is in my upper body. I'm on anti inflammatories . My knees don't hurt at the moment. I don't exercise. What exercises can I do to help strengthen myself or my quads so I don't inflame my knees?

[@michelledoughty7649]

OMG I thought it was just me who thought some of the ‘normal’ exercises were not helping, thank you so much for all this info!

[@silviaabulafia2723]

I love your detailed and clear explanations. Thank you!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

Hi Silvia, thank you so much for the kind words! Just in case you're interested, we have a knee arthritis help playlist. You can access it here: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” kzbin.info/aero/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!

[@margaretcross4484]

Thank you so much for your advice. I've been doing some of the exercises in physical therapy that you mentioned and progressively feeling worse. I told them yesterday that I wasn't going to make any more appointments until I could see if I saw an improvement after the third hyaluronic acid injection.

[@anitaseptimus8200]

Thank you David for your very intelligent guidance with lnee problems

[@MM-qx4xj]

I found you on TikTok, and so glad I did! All this hits home!

[@I-Khan75]

Super good!!! I was thinking lately to shift to cycling instead of walking due to knee pain. Cannot thank you enough for describing the correct way to do cycling for knee health! God bless!

[@epmanualphysicaltherapy]

You're welcome @user-yv4sy7qu4s!!! We've got some more cycling videos coming really soon!

[@I-Khan75]

@@epmanualphysicaltherapy waiting!!!!

[@Bumblebee5229-s1s]

Hello Dr David so lovely to have met you, could you please tell me or make a video on how to get my knee to be straight again and it's swollen, its been this way since February 2023

[@mercyalabi4927]

HOW DO I USE MY GLUTE

[@joegoldberg1363]

You'll find out.

[@gndubuisi1]

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[@joegoldberg1363]

@@gndubuisi1 that's funny.

[@speakup8488]

So can you do simply lifting of the legs as you have demonstrated in the knee extension exercise without the weights?