Hi...I do get my knee swollen periodically...In my despair, I follow many medical channels on YT...you are offering (hands down) the best advice and I'm grateful to you Sir.
I've been dealing with this exact condition for several years...my doctor told me I would need knee replacement eventually and has prescribed Tylenol and cortisone injections. I did one session of your exercise and it immediately feels better...thank you so much!
Your doctor is selling you the bill of western medicine goods. Tylenol and Cortisone are not the answer. Cortinsone is a temporary solution, and your body will reject it after several injections. Side effects from these injections will not be good as it changes your body's immunology clock. You may need a joint replacement at some point but I would suggest seeing a doctor with a modern view.
Whenever I stand for a long time or even stand by the sink, my bone stiffens making it difficult to move, thank you for giving a new perspective on osteoporosis This is loranna from Dominica
Be careful with Tylenol. I find it doesn't work as well as Advil anyway because of the inflammation. I use no more than 1200 mg per 24 hours of Advil and it manages hip and knee pain well (3 capsules).
Dr I am 74 years have knee pain and swelling,please help me which exercises I will do one after another because i don’t know English,only I watch your showing exercise.If you write down like 1 2 3 4.
I have been doing Feldenkreis exercises for months and have stopped all this stretching since intense pain in my knee became a problem. I had to buy a walking stick. I woke up one morning and wanted to do some belly dancing moves. These simple hip rotatations absolutely restored my health and eliminated the knee problem. Imagine my surprise when your description of repetitive, low impact movement matched the belly dancing routine. Doing this regularly along with your glute strengthening exercises is giving me hope for complete recovery.
My knees are on fire! I’m in so much pain! Be careful taking any drugs. I followed my Drs orders and now have a fatty liver from all the pain drugs. I love this info and thank you
This brilliant practitioner is the real deal. A friend suffering from meniscus pain forwarded Dr. Dave’s 2 Minute Meniscus Pain Relief video to me and said it immediately removed his pain. Suffering myself - I tried it and BOOM! - meniscus knee pain gone. Absolutely amazing.
Tailgate swings have saved me! Sometimes a long drive can really painfully irritate my right knee. Since I drive an old truck, I will take a driving break to swing my legs for a minimum of five minutes and I'm able to continue my journey: it is NOT my imagination that my knee feels 100% better! TG swings, glute and toe clenches are all suggestions that have tremendously helped my 66yo knees. I know these aren't "cures" but I'm so grateful for the relief these exercises provide, and I thank you, Dr. Middaugh!
I believe O.Specialists promote knee replacements to make money. Thank you for your simple reliefs..they have helped me so much and avoid knee replacements.😊
There is no crossover between specialists. They each do their own thing. Surgeons get paid to do surgery. Not to fix the issue. There are enough studies showing that surgery is not always the answer. Surgeons are not necessarily aware since after surgery, patients are sent on their way to the PT. Surgery done : end of story for them. Even after surgery, PT will be needed so better start there in the first place. Discovering mind boggling things… We can do much better with a lot less !
Glad I got in at the last minute to say Hi while u were live - thanks for the shout out. Made my day ! Folks listen to this man ! I did and after 2 months of the knee program the pain is minimal, the swelling is down, I can move around easier in bed and can get up and down stairs normally again, even in the morning - before I found Dr D I was struggling with even one step at a time on the stairs. If ur having an extra sore day just ease up on the exercise - listen to ur body. I find I need to move every 40 mins or so. First I do the tailgate swings and then do some of Dr D's knee exercises and I'm good for another 40 mins. I have OA and torn cartilage in both knees but I'm definitely on the right track to heal. No meds and no injections and my goal is to avoid surgery. Thank you so much David.
In a future session could you comment on severe knee stiffness or if already covered could you direct me to a previous session where you have covered this topic. Thank you
I’m working on my glutes. I do not want knee replacement. I am willing to do everything you suggest. I got rid of my sciatica pain by exercising so I know therapy works. Thank you.
Found This channel on my U Tube. Thanks so much!! I’m a 58 year old Female & hurt my knee by over doing lunges& squates. After months & having an x-ray the Dr put me on an arthritis cream 4 times a day as needed. X-rays show no damage to my knee but swelling is causing arthritis problems. Your video exercises have really helped lots!! Thank you-a thank you for taking the time to make these videos. Life changing FOR SURE❤. Thanks from NC
Great video Doc. I love the easy to understand explanations. So many other docs and different kinds of therapists just do the cookie cutter stuff. I’ve done so many things that actually make me worse! They just are in it for the money and don’t care. You are a gem✌️
I've been watching your videos thanks for giving us the right things to do....I'm so tired of the pains I go through both my knees I have oa in both knees I get shots I'm tired of ....I'm bone on bone for both knees...I have lower back pain and both hips...I also have fibromyigia also....help
My swelling is in my feet. First one, now both. I have OA in both knees, but right one is worse and cortisone shots do not help.I started your exercises a week ago and am taking pain medication from Mexico and Voltaren on right knee. All this now help. Next week I’ll start Hyaluronic injections. But you are my only hope. I will try to avoid knee replacement by all means. Thank you so much, Dr. Middaugh!
Thank you Doc. I wish i had seen your video one year ago, but, im positive, ive started following your exercises, strengthening glute muscles first. Blessings to you🙏🏾
So glad that my brother found your channel and suggested it for me. Much of what you say can aggravate knees are things a physiotherapist had me doing two weeks ago in 3 appointments. I talked to my very knowledgeable/athletic/fit brother. He disagreed with what I was told & directed me to you. I’m starting to do your exercises and they are definitely helping. Thanks so much.
Doing tailgate swings for the first time while watching this and am blown away that just a few minutes of this has given so much relief! Definitely going to try to do this 10 times a day for awhile and see what comes of it!
Thank you for caring. My knee is swollen and tender on the inside of my right leg. But after just trying the knee swings for fifteen minutes, I could actually begin to feel a difference. I am going to try the bike along with this. Will follow up later. Oh, and I will do the glute exercises
Thanks Doc for all your exercises for my knee OA. I’ve been doing them daily for over a week now, and have seen improvement. Gives me some hope …. I really don’t want TKR x (2) ….
You come out with so much sense. Better advice than my GP has provided for around 10 years. Thanks for your advice, I have been walking and my knee inflammation has become so painful.
I am a PSW, in a nursing home, my work involves to much walking , lifting pushing, especially when the resident is bed ridden. I'm so sad I cannot avoid walking and heavy, but thank you for sharing expertise Doctor, I found at last your channel, so much help for my knee problem. Thank you so much.
I discovered your channel and watched several videos on knees. I am so excited to learn I can exercise to help decrease the inflammation in n my knees w/o meds! Thank you for standing up for what you know is working. ❤
Thank you! I recently injured my right knee by walking too much. I wanted to be more fit, so started walking to our post office and I live on a steep hill. I realize now why my knee flared up. I'll be doing the recommended exercises.
Hey Debra! We're so happy you found the reason why your knee is hurting while walking to the post office. There's so much more to do to help your knee problem. We've got lots of videos to help you right here: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i “Walking & Stairs Advice For Painful Knees, Hips, And Ankles” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mZqQdy7MnE2Q1H_Xfgxi5zH Also, you should learn more about our “Knee Arthritis Recovery Program.” The link is here: www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-arthritis-recovery-program
I am so thankful to have found you on RUclips yesterday! I am 71 and just found out that I have arthritis. I am not a person to stay off my feet either so this will be some getting used to.
Hey @fwdolphin, welcome to our channel!!! We hope you get the help you need! Here is a playlist of videos about knee arthritis: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i You may also want to learn more about our “Knee Arthritis Recovery Program” www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-arthritis-recovery-program You got this!!!
hi, I can hear you n I look forward to info on my os knee n ankle. I'm getting almost back from a flare-up over 6 months ago. Dr. suggested total knee replacement. I did cortisone shot, knee stopped hurting and ankle swelling from bone to bone. My 1st setback health wise as a 69yo senior. Keep these videos coming as it's giving me hope n options 🙏
Hi Brenda! 👋 We are so sorry to hear about the flare-up that you were suffering with for 6 months! That is a long time to deal with a flare up and can only imagine the frustration you have experienced due to it. However, it is very encouraging to hear that at 69 yrs young that this is the only setback you have had! That shows us that do well at taking care of yourself! If you aren't already, we encourage you to subscribe to our channel so that you can be alerted when new videos come out. In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a couple of playlists that would be beneficial to you. You can check it out here: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i “Knee Swelling Help” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mb17SwpI5eM0Uca2qvg7gsC We wish you all the best on your road to recovery.🙌 We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress. Please take care!🧡
The tail gate swings and learning how to walk properly is really helping! Thanks! I always ass-umed feet pointing exactly straight ahead was proper alignment!
I can attest to the fact that starting PT exercises created swelling in my knee and calf immediately. I was doing hamstring, calf, quad and butt exercises for the the 1st time. It felt like I re-injured my knee all over again, and I had to call off work for 2 days straight as a result.
Hi JJ, Thank you so much for tuning in! We are so sorry to hear about your experience with PT exercises and hope that has gotten better since then. In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for knee swelling. You can check it out here: “Knee Swelling Help” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mb17SwpI5eM0Uca2qvg7gsC We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy I'll keep you updated as therapy progresses. My therapist said she is open to anything that I want to try, which is now gonna be Glute centered exercises. Your channel has been extremely helpful for me during this journey to recovery. You talk about alternatives that no major Ortho channels have mentioned. I would love to know your sources.
I had the same experience. It was awful & demoralizing, since I was doing what a professional told me to do & my swelling and pain increased. This therapist is making sense & making a difference.
Wow learning so much. I had foot surgery to repair a hammer toe. It was successful and I am slowly getting good balance back in my life but the surgeon green lighted me too soon to go back to bowling an I ended up tearing my lateral meniscus the fist day back. This channel is a godsend. I will definitely be working on the glutes, drinking water, tailgates and managing my time on my feet. Thank you
Hey Frank! Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us.🌟 We are so sorry to hear that you ended up tearing your lateral meniscus on the first day back to bowling! What a painful and frustrating experience, especially since bowling is something that you enjoy doing.😖We are so happy to hear that the information that we are sharing has been helpful to you and that you actively working to heal yourself. You got this! 👏🏽 In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for knee meniscus help. You can check it out here: “Knee Meniscus Help” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a Also, you might be interested in our knee meniscus program. It is a comprehensive program that would help you on your journey to heal your knee. If you'd like to learn more about it please see the link below: The Knee Meniscus 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 meniscus tears or trouble after meniscus surgery. To learn more please click this link: www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/meniscus-recovery We really hope that you have a smooth recovery. We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
I've tried everything to reduce the swelling in the knee and I'm not getting the swelling to come down in the quad. What you're saying makes sense I'll give it a try. Thanks for the advice.
From a proverbial couch potato who binges on all kinds of good stuff on the net........but one can only do for that for so long.....so yes am watching your videos and have found you make the most sense compared to others on RUclips. Have started practicing walking with butt crunches that you're recommended on another of your videos and found that helps. Have also adjusted a few of your exercises to suit my physical need so thanks so much for all your in depth advice and caring......and your genuine caring really comes across....God bless you for that!
Hi Luminair! 👋 Thank you so much for the kind words and the blessings! It means the world to us to hear that the information that we have shared has been beneficial to you! It is also so encouraging to see that you made adjustments so the exercises suited your needs.👍 We are so sorry to see that you have been suffering from knee swelling from arthritis.🥺 In case you are interested or if you haven't seen them yet we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for knee swelling and another one for arthritis pain help. You can check it out here: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i “Knee Swelling Help” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mb17SwpI5eM0Uca2qvg7gsC Thank you for sharing your experience. We wish you all the best on your road to recovery🧡 We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
Hey Klara, we are thrilled you found us! We are so sorry to hear that you haven't been able to sleep properly due to the pain you are in. It's concerning to hear because it means you are not getting the rest you need to heal and it can start to take a toll on your emotional and mental health. It's encouraging to hear that you are doing the tailgate swings because that will help the joint get the synovial fluid going in the joint. In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for knee swelling. You can check it out here: “Knee Swelling Help” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mb17SwpI5eM0Uca2qvg7gsC We also have a playlist for knee arthritis help. You can check it out here: “Knee Arthritis Pain Help” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i We would also recommend a Virtual Consultation. This will give you the opportunity to discuss your situation with one of our doctors one-on-one and they could then advise you on the best treatment options and exercises and guide you on the next steps to take. If you'd like to learn more about our Virtual Consultation please click here: Virtual visit link www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/virtual-visit/ We wish you all the best in your recovery! We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care! 🧡
Thank you so ,so,very much for all your tops and excessive. I really appreciate you educating and being so informative on arthritis. I do have a lo5 of swelling all the time and in lot of pain constantly. I did take many times cortisone and Gel injection but did nothing to stop the pain or swelling. I am going to try your tips . Thank you again.
My family doctor told me to continue with the gym and walk on the flat area but not on the steps or hill but I will take your advice instead I appreciate your help God bless 🙏
When my knees were swollen, I performed knee rehab& foot exercises on the floor. That way I could still exercise, but very gently. Within a week, my knees were better, and I could do more intense exercises because my knees could tolerate it. Now I continually do these exercises as preventative care.
I already had one knee replaced. The other one has been giving me a hard time for some months now. The pain is excrutiating, the swelling is great and is affecting me a lot, my life is limited greatly. I like your advice and videos. Writing from Puerto Rico.
I just found you here. Have chronic swelling in my OA knee. Will follow your instructions bc what the doctor had said to me, doesn’t make sense.Thank you ❤
Hi Iza! We are sorry to hear of the chronic swelling in your knee due to the osteoarthritis. We are glad you found us and hope we can help! 🙌 Below are links to additional videos that you may find helpful as well: “Knee Arthritis Help” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i “Top 5 Glute Muscle Exercises For Knee Pain” ruclips.net/video/NXdCjT2QtJA/видео.html “Top 6 Standing Glute Exercises To Help Knee Pain” ruclips.net/video/jD7IRBfJ-mM/видео.html “3 Big Reasons Your Glute Muscles Won’t Work Well For You” ruclips.net/video/TamXorqxCAk/видео.html We will also include the Knee Arthritis Recovery Program we offer for some additional information. The program is very 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
I cant believe hope informative you are.. I am so glad I found you.. Im bone on bone with both knees..last 3 weeks have been the worst ever.. pain and seizure after sitting for long.. never had this before.. i ve been very active ever since.. as much a legs pressing and dead lifting.. im going through your videos and glutes is on my list.. so my quads are too storing,., they have shrunk since a year or two.. btu »i get it. thank you for all you do
Wife had PT twice a week for 3 weeks- minor swelling around knee developed into hardness with major pain. Worried about blood cloths, had x-rays arthritis diagnosis and recommendation by Dr to get PT, watch for 30 days and if no improvement a steroid injection. Found you on RUclips - rested wife immediately and she began glute exercises- In addition I messaged swollen knee and leg area with CBD oil. After 7-8 days swelling went down substantially. Will meet with PT next week and share your valuable knowledge. Thank you very much and God Bless. If you ever are coming to Boston area, please let me know.
I'm sorry I missed the Live Chat. Good advice Doctor. I actually did exactly what you said that reduced the swelling of my right knee. At least I could do my house chores now compare my situation before Christmas. I could not step even one bit. By watching your videos helped me reduced the swelling. I may not be able to walk briskly, at least I could live independently and that I'm thankful for your advices. Please keep up the good work. We appreciate it a lot. God bless. 🙏❤👍
Hi Charles, You are welcome.🧡 Thank you so much for tuning in! We appreciate your kind words. In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for knee swelling help. You can check it out here: “Plantar Fasciitis Help” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mbQPkYeRmwiT4VeIah4xMZC We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!😃
Thank you ! Using jello water . Been doing your exercises. Feeling better . Forced to use a motorized cart at Walmart. Hard surfaces are too much . I feel I am healing .
YAYYYYYYY!!!!!! This is fantastic to hear Susan!!!! Thank you for updating us on your success!!!! You've got to get that pressure off your knee in the short term!
The weather very cold my painful knees seems worse. I sometimes us a hot water bottle on my knees. This seems to help. Thank you for your informations God bless Your good work. From the U.K
Such helpful advice. I've found my knee swells doing the exercises recommended for OA by physios and the ones you say are the wrong ones are exactly the ones that make my knee swell. I do have a glut imbalance and follow your exercise regime which is building up that inactive glut. Thank you so much.
These videos have help me so much . Can you do some videos on the arm and elbow. The doctors can not find out what's wrong. The person I'm asking this for has so much pain in the elbow even when carrying grocery in I can forward the video to him .
You're welcome Pamela!!! We're glad that you've become aware of this now so you can do the right things. Sorry you've had to have more knee swelling though :-( Get those glutes going!!!
@Vera Freck. We're so happy you've benefitted from our videos. Dr. David has plans on making more videos for the rest of the body. Stay tuned, they're coming!
Great explanation here David ! Thanks a lot ... amateur bodybuilding here... I was wondering why lunges are painful at first, but gradually get easier after warming up... I have patello femoral, and inner tibio femoral syndrome. My cartilage is beginning to wear out. The glute thing came as a shock to me, since my physician and my PT have emphasized the necessity to exercise the whole leg in order to prevent tendonitis. I guess you don't support leg extensions ! When I can't exercise, my legs get skinny so fast it is really demoralizing. I am 55... I've seen many of your videos and really love how compassionate you are with people. Hi from Martinique, West Indies!
Hi… thank you so much for your exercises which were never explained to me. I am so grateful because I have OA and I don’t want surgery on my knee so I will do the exercises you suggest faithfully. It’s nice to have you so close by I live outside of El Paso.
Hi Janice! We're so sorry that you have arthritis in both knees, but also glad that you found our videos to help! One video we forgot to link in your other comment was this one below: “Tailgate Swings” ruclips.net/user/livelYYhH62Phaw?si=46lXOkDfDrbW6wnq&t=1360 This exercise will also help with your knee pain 🧡
I have a mild swollen that came about the other day, I don't have swollen a lot . I haven't had swollen of my left knee since years ago from falling on ice on it, but it only lasted back then for 1 day. So it's been years since I had any swollen, but yesterday I woke up to a mild swollen, I been used ice pack, without any pain medicine for inflammation, I do not have any pain, just a little stiffness with walking that knee is a little stiff to bend . What can I do to bring swollen down, with the elevated.
For my swelling I get a whole head of celery, cut it up in small pieces, use the biggest cooking pot and add water and bring to a boil, then put a lid on it and steep. Steep and drink it. Can keep in refridgerator and heat up I microwave or drink cold.
Good morning Dr , I did a Mencius surgery three years ago. but both of my knee are hurting and swelling constantly. But, I come across your video and I am doing some of the exercise for my knee. I been doing glutes exercises… I feeling so much better. I did therapy and two steroid injection on the knee and it was not helping every time I wanted to the doctor there is no solutions. but, since I watching the video and I started to do my glutes exercise it is amazing how I feel so much better and swelling went down even the pain as well. I would never do therapy again. This is so true what you are saying, because the injection the therapy are just for a matter of time and then you have to deal with same situation so thank you Dr. I think you’re changing my life for a whole lot better. And thank you for the educated video ……❤❤ These are exercise you can do in your home if you feel like not going outside or gym… God blessed hope everyone are doing much better on there pain and swelling ❤
Hi Rupawatee Falcon! 👋 We're thrilled to hear that you found our video and that the exercises we shared have been making a positive difference for your knees. It's incredible how something as simple as glute exercises can have such a significant impact on your well-being. We understand how frustrating it can be when you've tried various treatments like therapy and steroid injections without finding lasting relief. It's disheartening when there seems to be no solution in sight. But we're so glad that our video resonated with you and that you've experienced improvement since incorporating the glutes exercises into your routine. You're absolutely right-temporary fixes like injections and therapy often provide short-term relief but don't address the underlying causes of the pain and swelling. By focusing on targeted exercises at home, you're actively working towards long-term improvement and taking control of your own healing journey. It warms our hearts to know that our video has had such a positive impact on your life. We're grateful to be part of your journey towards better health and well-being. Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your experience with us. We hope that your progress continues and that you experience even more relief in the days to come. Remember to listen to your body and take it at your own pace. We wish you all the best in your road to recovery! Please take care. 🧡
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Thank you so much…. 🥰❤️ Now I love working out back, before always apprehensive about working out since I had the surgery… So yes I will listen to my body. God blessed you Dr 👨⚕️ … In my opinion, New York the Doctors really don’t tell you the truth for the underlying problem so yes you are right… 👍 I even cancel all my therapy appointments, since, I’m doing your video exercise…
I have OA in the left knee and had meniscus surgery 7 years ago, my mobility/ability to bend the knee without pain has increased. I also believe I have a ITB band issue. The best starting exercise is the tailgate, thank you for sharing this. I am on my feet all day teaching Physical Education and it's been tough, however I have noted which types of exercises allow me to move for 30 minutes. Haven't been on a run for weeks now, just as you said too much walking not good.
Thank you for addressing this issue, I was looking for all information about knee pain and your channel is very informative, I have a knee swelling for a long time and the doctor just told me this week about Knee arthritis I love to lose the weight but its painful to walk so what can I do to make my muscles stronger?🥰🥰
Doc visit today. Knee locked up, swelling, pain, etc. I rested, elevated, iced water/improvement. Doc prescribed Celebrex. Knowing side effects, I do NOT want to take. I’m already on two HBP meds. Crying 😢 😭 and appreciate your guidance.
I am trying to lose weight at the same time I am dealing with both knees with osteoarthritis. It's so frustrating. Should I just focus on calorie intake?
While sitting, will either alternating or simultaneously tightening your glutes also be beneficial? I am so excited to have been led to your videos! My chiropractor is the one who suggested speaking to the knee surgeon. The orthopedic surgeon, who only does knee replacements, suggested I try physical therapy, after I explained why I would not do steroid shots. I am retired and arthritis & cartilage reduction have begun to affect my activities. I am not someone who sees a doctor very often, I do not take any prescriptions but try to limit sugars, gluten, pastas, breads etc and use herbs and oils. I have begun to do PT and the mat exercises, they are having me do, have been more successful with my concentrating on firing my butt muscles, using your suggestion! By adding your walking, stairclimbs, light cycling, leg swings and using my glutes videos to my days, I am beginning to get excited about healing and being able to walk my dogs around the lake again and explore the woods again (it's almost mushroom season 😊)! Bless you and your sharing this vital information! I look forward to watching and following all your videos. ❤ Thank you! 🤗 P
Hey Pauletta! Yes, tightening the glutes while sitting is beneficial. Alternating sides is great to master control over the muscles. Then as you get better, tightening as hard as possible for 10+ seconds would be great to do. It's great to hear that you're doing better with our advice!!! YAYYYYY!!!! We wish you the best this upcoming mushroom season!!! 🍄
U really good at this since i found your message my arthritis has improved I'm 61for two years I've had this and I have less from since I've started following you I'm from Trinidad
This is the best information yet. thank you for everything you have shared here. I have just had a menisectomy. Actually that was about three months ago and I’m still struggling with a lot of pain. I love what you had to say about the PRP injections. Going to the doctor tomorrow to check those out. Working on my glutes. Loved hearing everything you said. Is there a hope for me after having a meniscectomy?
Hey Dawn! We're glad to hear that you're working on your glutes! That's the best priority to have right now. There definitely is hope after having a menisectomy. Getting more glute strength, and using it well during walking and other movements, dramatically takes pressure off knees to keep your meniscus in the best health possible. Best of luck to you with the doctor!
My left knee swelled up for the first time while I was walking so I appreciate your explanation. & also your explanation regarding What movements are not beneficial & what are...Thank You. Cheers from Italy.
Great videos. Here the million dollar question. I have minor swelling in one knee with inner knee pain. I can fully extend it outward with no pain but when I bend it backwards to do a quad stretch it really hurts behing my knee limiting how far back I can go. Any feedback or exercises would be greatly appreciated!
Hey Real Estate Maffit!!! That sounds very much like it could be the beginning of a Baker's Cyst since you've got minor swelling and difficulty and pain bending it back all the way. You can learn more about Baker's Cysts here: "Baker's Cyst Knee Pain Help" ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mauCV7_gEEntBWMvGcQ5OyE
Just found you this morning! My MD is trying to figure out if OA or high dose statin bothering my knees. Your video was great- I will definitely check more of them out!
Hey Ann! We hope you are able to help figure this out! We have another great video that may be able to help figure out what is going in with your knee if you would like to learn more. Here is a link: This Rare Diagnosis Is Easily The Biggest Reason For Inner Knee Pain ruclips.net/video/XY0EbjhK8lQ/видео.html
Doctor advised me for hip replacement as I am having bone on bone on my left hip compared to right hip. But he also told me we don’t go only by x ray. If you can do your daily activities than you can delay surgery. I am 70 years , and seek your advise as my family members pressured me to go for surgery as time is the factor not to wait too long.
A slowly applied stretch minimises the activation of the stretch reflex and a hold allows for habituation of the stretch reflex so its effect is mostly negated. Stretches are definitely contraindicated during periods of inflammation.
Actually, my left knee which I can't bend nor straightened is not swelling at all. I just noticed that everytime am seated too long like if am working from home in front of my computer, when I stand up then it's hard for me to walk at once. Or when am sleeping and wake up to pee after 4 hours then it's the same feeling. But the exercises I learned from you helped a lot. And this left knee pain happened when I did full squat unintentionally when am doing something at home. 💯👏🌟
Hello I had all what you said on mind but never clicked and having it totally understand before seeing this video of yours. I watch most of your videos that relates to knee issues. I am thankful and appreciate you.
Your suggestions and other exercise shows have, miraculously, brought INCREDIBLE relief. Thank you and Gd bless you and yours!!!! You sound loud and clear!!!
Hi Cynthia! Thank you so much for the amazing feedback! We are thrilled that have felt relief after working with these exercises. We wish you continued success on your road to recovery🌟 In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for “Knee Swelling Help” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mb17SwpI5eM0Uca2qvg7gsC We also have an online knee arthritis program that you might find beneficial. Once you purchase you will have lifetime access to the program and for peace of mind, we offer a 7-day money-back guarantee in case you feel the program isn't a right fit for you. 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 Thank you for being part of our community! We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!🧡
this was so good to listen to. My knee is flared up and i can see somethings i am doing that is not helping. again, the glutes is so important. this video i will listened to again and take notes.
Hi from the UK 🇬🇧🙏. I have had psoriatic arthritis since my mid 20s (I'm 39 today! 😃). I have been doing really well lately. I have lost about 2 st in weight and have been doing lots of functional training and recently took up BJJ which I love! My left knee is the primary effected joint. It has been constantly swollen for years and my mobility in terms of flexion is at about 70%. Unfortunately just last week whilst on holiday I was stood up taking a wee and sort of stretcthed and my knee just twanged and was extremely painful. For two days i hardly moved and stayed in the room. I eventually was able to flex my knee and walk in some pain. I purchased a compression sleeve which seemed to stabilise my knee but now its just randomly locking and twanging for a split second or two. I jave realised that the locking occurs mostly when i twist my knee whilst straight or if in full extension and lean forward. I would be very grateful for any advice because the NHS is the UK has waiting lists of weeks and weeks to see a Dr. God bless 🙏
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Hi...I do get my knee swollen periodically...In my despair, I follow many medical channels on YT...you are offering (hands down) the best advice and I'm grateful to you Sir.
Thank you katiatzo!!! That comment just made our day ❤️
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy its 100% true and we have to say it when we feel it...
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Thanks thanks!! I really needed this info.
Thanks Dr for your information
This man have saved my life
I'm healing because of him
God bless him
Hi Wendy! Wow! We are honored that we were able to help you so much.🧡 Many blessings to you and we wish you continued relief!🙏
I've been dealing with this exact condition for several years...my doctor told me I would need knee replacement eventually and has prescribed Tylenol and cortisone injections. I did one session of your exercise and it immediately feels better...thank you so much!
Your doctor is selling you the bill of western medicine goods. Tylenol and Cortisone are not the answer. Cortinsone is a temporary solution, and your body will reject it after several injections. Side effects from these injections will not be good as it changes your body's immunology clock. You may need a joint replacement at some point but I would suggest seeing a doctor with a modern view.
Whenever I stand for a long time or even stand by the sink, my bone stiffens making it difficult to move, thank you for giving a new perspective on osteoporosis
This is loranna from Dominica
Yes I here you
Be careful with Tylenol. I find it doesn't work as well as Advil anyway because of the inflammation. I use no more than 1200 mg per 24 hours of Advil and it manages hip and knee pain well (3 capsules).
Dr I am 74 years have knee pain and swelling,please help me which exercises I will do one after another because i don’t know English,only I watch your showing exercise.If you write down like 1 2 3 4.
This man makes so much sense. Thank you sir for sharing your talents freely with the world. So grateful 🙏🏻❤️🙌
I have been doing Feldenkreis exercises for months and have stopped all this stretching since intense pain in my knee became a problem. I had to buy a walking stick. I woke up one morning and wanted to do some belly dancing moves. These simple hip rotatations absolutely restored my health and eliminated the knee problem. Imagine my surprise when your description of repetitive, low impact movement matched the belly dancing routine. Doing this regularly along with your glute strengthening exercises is giving me hope for complete recovery.
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My knees are on fire! I’m in so much pain! Be careful taking any drugs. I followed my Drs orders and now have a fatty liver from all the pain drugs. I love this info and thank you
This brilliant practitioner is the real deal. A friend suffering from meniscus pain forwarded Dr. Dave’s 2 Minute Meniscus Pain Relief video to me and said it immediately removed his pain. Suffering myself - I tried it and BOOM! - meniscus knee pain gone. Absolutely amazing.
Hello I find your videos very helpful. I canceled knee replacement surgery because of your excellent suggestions. Thank you.
Thank you so much... both of my knees have arthritis the swelling is ridiculous. I will be on your videos several times a day now.
Tailgate swings have saved me! Sometimes a long drive can really painfully irritate my right knee. Since I drive an old truck, I will take a driving break to swing my legs for a minimum of five minutes and I'm able to continue my journey: it is NOT my imagination that my knee feels 100% better! TG swings, glute and toe clenches are all suggestions that have tremendously helped my 66yo knees. I know these aren't "cures" but I'm so grateful for the relief these exercises provide, and I thank you, Dr. Middaugh!
I believe O.Specialists promote knee replacements to make money. Thank you for your simple reliefs..they have helped me so much and avoid knee replacements.😊
There is no crossover between specialists. They each do their own thing. Surgeons get paid to do surgery. Not to fix the issue. There are enough studies showing that surgery is not always the answer. Surgeons are not necessarily aware since after surgery, patients are sent on their way to the PT. Surgery done : end of story for them. Even after surgery, PT will be needed so better start there in the first place. Discovering mind boggling things… We can do much better with a lot less !
You're coming in loud & clear. Love how you lecture. More power.
Hey Betty, Thank you! We appreciate your kind words. 🧡
Glad I got in at the last minute to say Hi while u were live - thanks for the shout out. Made my day !
Folks listen to this man ! I did and after 2 months of the knee program the pain is minimal, the swelling is down, I can move around easier in bed and can get up and down stairs normally again, even in the morning - before I found Dr D I was struggling with even one step at a time on the stairs. If ur having an extra sore day just ease up on the exercise - listen to ur body. I find I need to move every 40 mins or so. First I do the tailgate swings and then do some of Dr D's knee exercises and I'm good for another 40 mins. I have OA and torn cartilage in both knees but I'm definitely on the right track to heal. No meds and no injections and my goal is to avoid surgery. Thank you so much David.
Can you help me please l really need this program but l can't get it
@@amirjasem549 Hi 🙂 if you go on their website it's available there.
In a future session could you comment on severe knee stiffness or if already covered could you direct me to a previous session where you have covered this topic. Thank you
@Miriam Roche WOOOOHHOOOOOOO!!!!!!!
That update just made our day!!!!
That's so cool that you're doing better Miriam, we're soooo proud of you!!!
@Jane Barrett here you go!
"5 Minute Knee Arthritis Stretches That Actually Relieve Severe Stiffness"
ruclips.net/video/nburzOBT1ok/видео.html
I’m working on my glutes. I do not want knee replacement. I am willing to do everything you suggest. I got rid of my sciatica pain by exercising so I know therapy works. Thank you.
Thanks for the advice. You are a great at explaining. My Orthopedic doc is a person of few words.
Found This channel on my U Tube. Thanks so much!! I’m a 58 year old Female & hurt my knee by over doing lunges& squates. After months & having an x-ray the Dr put me on an arthritis cream 4 times a day as needed. X-rays show no damage to my knee but swelling is causing arthritis problems. Your video exercises have really helped lots!! Thank you-a thank you for taking the time to make these videos. Life changing FOR SURE❤. Thanks from NC
Hey Lynn, you are so welcome! We are so glad we were able to help you! We appreciate the support!
Great video Doc. I love the easy to understand explanations. So many other docs and different kinds of therapists just do the cookie cutter stuff. I’ve done so many things that actually make me worse! They just are in it for the money and don’t care. You are a gem✌️
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Hi
I've been watching your videos thanks for giving us the right things to do....I'm so tired of the pains I go through both my knees I have oa in both knees I get shots I'm tired of ....I'm bone on bone for both knees...I have lower back pain and both hips...I also have fibromyigia also....help
My swelling is in my feet. First one, now both. I have OA in both knees, but right one is worse and cortisone shots do not help.I started your exercises a week ago and am taking pain medication from Mexico and Voltaren on right knee. All this now help. Next week I’ll start Hyaluronic injections. But you are my only hope. I will try to avoid knee replacement by all means. Thank you so much, Dr. Middaugh!
Thank you Doc. I wish i had seen your video one year ago, but, im positive, ive started following your exercises, strengthening glute muscles first. Blessings to you🙏🏾
So glad that my brother found your channel and suggested it for me. Much of what you say can aggravate knees are things a physiotherapist had me doing two weeks ago in 3 appointments. I talked to my very knowledgeable/athletic/fit brother. He disagreed with what I was told & directed me to you. I’m starting to do your exercises and they are definitely helping. Thanks so much.
Doing tailgate swings for the first time while watching this and am blown away that just a few minutes of this has given so much relief! Definitely going to try to do this 10 times a day for awhile and see what comes of it!
Great to hear Laramertz, Let us know how it helps.
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Thank you for caring. My knee is swollen and tender on the inside of my right leg. But after just trying the knee swings for fifteen minutes, I could actually begin to feel a difference. I am going to try the bike along with this. Will follow up later. Oh, and I will do the glute exercises
Thanks Doc for all your exercises for my knee OA. I’ve been doing them daily for over a week now, and have seen improvement. Gives me some hope …. I really don’t want TKR x (2) ….
You come out with so much sense. Better advice than my GP has provided for around 10 years. Thanks for your advice, I have been walking and my knee inflammation has become so painful.
I am a PSW, in a nursing home, my work involves to much walking , lifting pushing, especially when the resident is bed ridden. I'm so sad I cannot avoid walking and heavy, but thank you for sharing expertise Doctor, I found at last your channel, so much help for my knee problem. Thank you so much.
What is PSW
I discovered your channel and watched several videos on knees. I am so excited to learn I can exercise to help decrease the inflammation in n my knees w/o meds! Thank you for standing up for what you know is working. ❤
I’m hearing from Jamaica
I am doing the low impact exercises to strengthen my glutes and build strength in my knees. My knee pain is receeding gradually. Thank you so much.
Thank you! I recently injured my right knee by walking too much. I wanted to be more fit, so started walking to our post office and I live on a steep hill. I realize now why my knee flared up. I'll be doing the recommended exercises.
Hey Debra! We're so happy you found the reason why your knee is hurting while walking to the post office. There's so much more to do to help your knee problem. We've got lots of videos to help you right here:
“Knee Arthritis Pain Help”
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i
“Walking & Stairs Advice For Painful Knees, Hips, And Ankles”
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mZqQdy7MnE2Q1H_Xfgxi5zH
Also, you should learn more about our “Knee Arthritis Recovery Program.” The link is here:
www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-arthritis-recovery-program
I am so thankful to have found you on RUclips yesterday! I am 71 and just found out that I have arthritis. I am not a person to stay off my feet either so this will be some getting used to.
Hey @fwdolphin, welcome to our channel!!! We hope you get the help you need! Here is a playlist of videos about knee arthritis:
“Knee Arthritis Pain Help”
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i
You may also want to learn more about our “Knee Arthritis Recovery Program”
www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/knee-arthritis-recovery-program
You got this!!!
Great teaching and tips! God bless you for caring and sharing your knowledge!😊
Glad it can help Rita! 😊
I have the same problem living in pain daily thank you so much for this clip
Great Therapeut! I have learnt so much about my osteoarthritis and my swollen knee from your videos. Thanks ans Greetings from Berlin.
Thanks Doc! You provide clear and concise info on this topic. I so appreciate you sharing your expertise. Thanks again!
i enjoy all you programs. you have really helped me. i do not want surgery
Thanks .. . Learning alot .. i am praying for a complete healing with all the exercises and eating healthy.
You're welcome Biodun!!! We pray for you to heal 100% too!!!
hi, I can hear you n I look forward to info on my os knee n ankle. I'm getting almost back from a flare-up over 6 months ago. Dr. suggested total knee replacement. I did cortisone shot, knee stopped hurting and ankle swelling from bone to bone. My 1st setback health wise as a 69yo senior.
Keep these videos coming as it's giving me hope n options 🙏
Hi Brenda! 👋 We are so sorry to hear about the flare-up that you were suffering with for 6 months! That is a long time to deal with a flare up and can only imagine the frustration you have experienced due to it. However, it is very encouraging to hear that at 69 yrs young that this is the only setback you have had! That shows us that do well at taking care of yourself! If you aren't already, we encourage you to subscribe to our channel so that you can be alerted when new videos come out. In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a couple of playlists that would be beneficial to you. You can check it out here:
“Knee Arthritis Pain Help”
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i
“Knee Swelling Help”
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mb17SwpI5eM0Uca2qvg7gsC
We wish you all the best on your road to recovery.🙌 We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress. Please take care!🧡
The tail gate swings and learning how to walk properly is really helping! Thanks! I always ass-umed feet pointing exactly straight ahead was proper alignment!
I like your commentary better than the others, you're smooth and intelligent. 😁
I can attest to the fact that starting PT exercises created swelling in my knee and calf immediately. I was doing hamstring, calf, quad and butt exercises for the the 1st time. It felt like I re-injured my knee all over again, and I had to call off work for 2 days straight as a result.
Hi JJ, Thank you so much for tuning in! We are so sorry to hear about your experience with PT exercises and hope that has gotten better since then. In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for knee swelling. You can check it out here:
“Knee Swelling Help”
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mb17SwpI5eM0Uca2qvg7gsC
We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy I'll keep you updated as therapy progresses. My therapist said she is open to anything that I want to try, which is now gonna be Glute centered exercises. Your channel has been extremely helpful for me during this journey to recovery. You talk about alternatives that no major Ortho channels have mentioned. I would love to know your sources.
I had the same experience. It was awful & demoralizing, since I was doing what a professional told me to do & my swelling and pain increased. This therapist is making sense & making a difference.
Wow learning so much. I had foot surgery to repair a hammer toe. It was successful and I am slowly getting good balance back in my life but the surgeon green lighted me too soon to go back to bowling an I ended up tearing my lateral meniscus the fist day back. This channel is a godsend. I will definitely be working on the glutes, drinking water, tailgates and managing my time on my feet. Thank you
Hey Frank! Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us.🌟 We are so sorry to hear that you ended up tearing your lateral meniscus on the first day back to bowling! What a painful and frustrating experience, especially since bowling is something that you enjoy doing.😖We are so happy to hear that the information that we are sharing has been helpful to you and that you actively working to heal yourself. You got this! 👏🏽
In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for knee meniscus help. You can check it out here:
“Knee Meniscus Help”
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mZ9Vh4eRH3UlmMeqOUtB-6a
Also, you might be interested in our knee meniscus program. It is a comprehensive program that would help you on your journey to heal your knee. If you'd like to learn more about it please see the link below:
The Knee Meniscus 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 meniscus tears or trouble after meniscus surgery. To learn more please click this link:
www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/meniscus-recovery
We really hope that you have a smooth recovery. We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
I've tried everything to reduce the swelling in the knee and I'm not getting the swelling to come down in the quad. What you're saying makes sense I'll give it a try. Thanks for the advice.
From a proverbial couch potato who binges on all kinds of good stuff on the net........but one can only do for that for so long.....so yes am watching your videos and have found you make the most sense compared to others on RUclips. Have started practicing walking with butt crunches that you're recommended on another of your videos and found that helps. Have also adjusted a few of your exercises to suit my physical need so thanks so much for all your in depth advice and caring......and your genuine caring really comes across....God bless you for that!
Hi Luminair! 👋 Thank you so much for the kind words and the blessings! It means the world to us to hear that the information that we have shared has been beneficial to you! It is also so encouraging to see that you made adjustments so the exercises suited your needs.👍 We are so sorry to see that you have been suffering from knee swelling from arthritis.🥺 In case you are interested or if you haven't seen them yet we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for knee swelling and another one for arthritis pain help. You can check it out here:
“Knee Arthritis Pain Help”
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i
“Knee Swelling Help”
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mb17SwpI5eM0Uca2qvg7gsC
Thank you for sharing your experience. We wish you all the best on your road to recovery🧡 We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
You are a treasure. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.
I am glad I found your channel, my biggest problem is I cant sleep properly from the pain, the tailgate swings are the best...
Hey Klara, we are thrilled you found us! We are so sorry to hear that you haven't been able to sleep properly due to the pain you are in. It's concerning to hear because it means you are not getting the rest you need to heal and it can start to take a toll on your emotional and mental health. It's encouraging to hear that you are doing the tailgate swings because that will help the joint get the synovial fluid going in the joint. In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for knee swelling. You can check it out here: “Knee Swelling Help”
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mb17SwpI5eM0Uca2qvg7gsC
We also have a playlist for knee arthritis help. You can check it out here:
“Knee Arthritis Pain Help”
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i
We would also recommend a Virtual Consultation. This will give you the opportunity to discuss your situation with one of our doctors one-on-one and they could then advise you on the best treatment options and exercises and guide you on the next steps to take. If you'd like to learn more about our Virtual Consultation please click here: Virtual visit link
www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/virtual-visit/
We wish you all the best in your recovery! We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care! 🧡
Thank you so ,so,very much for all your tops and excessive. I really appreciate you educating and being so informative on arthritis. I do have a lo5 of swelling all the time and in lot of pain constantly. I did take many times cortisone and Gel injection but did nothing to stop the pain or swelling. I am going to try your tips . Thank you again.
My family doctor told me to continue with the gym and walk on the flat area but not on the steps or hill but I will take your advice instead I appreciate your help God bless 🙏
When my knees were swollen, I performed knee rehab& foot exercises on the floor. That way I could still exercise, but very gently. Within a week, my knees were better, and I could do more intense exercises because my knees could tolerate it. Now I continually do these exercises as preventative care.
What are the exercises for knee rehab & foot exercises that are working? TYA
@@wren1114 Search for knee and foot pain exercises by physiotherapist on RUclips
Dr David your loud and clear
I already had one knee replaced. The other one has been giving me a hard time for some months now. The pain is excrutiating, the swelling is great and is affecting me a lot, my life is limited greatly. I like your advice and videos. Writing from Puerto Rico.
Freshford Co. Kilkenny Ireland ❤
I have the same polly G
My Attica
Thanks for your tremendous support for knee swelling information. God bless.
I just found you here. Have chronic swelling in my OA knee. Will follow your instructions bc what the doctor had said to me, doesn’t make sense.Thank you ❤
Hi Iza!
We are sorry to hear of the chronic swelling in your knee due to the osteoarthritis. We are glad you found us and hope we can help! 🙌
Below are links to additional videos that you may find helpful as well:
“Knee Arthritis Help”
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i
“Top 5 Glute Muscle Exercises For Knee Pain”
ruclips.net/video/NXdCjT2QtJA/видео.html
“Top 6 Standing Glute Exercises To Help Knee Pain”
ruclips.net/video/jD7IRBfJ-mM/видео.html
“3 Big Reasons Your Glute Muscles Won’t Work Well For You”
ruclips.net/video/TamXorqxCAk/видео.html
We will also include the Knee Arthritis Recovery Program we offer for some additional information. The program is very 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
I cant believe hope informative you are.. I am so glad I found you.. Im bone on bone with both knees..last 3 weeks have been the worst ever.. pain and seizure after sitting for long.. never had this before.. i ve been very active ever since.. as much a legs pressing and dead lifting.. im going through your videos and glutes is on my list.. so my quads are too storing,., they have shrunk since a year or two.. btu »i get it. thank you for all you do
Wife had PT twice a week for 3 weeks- minor swelling around knee developed into hardness
with major pain. Worried about blood cloths, had x-rays arthritis diagnosis and recommendation by Dr to get PT, watch for 30 days and if no improvement a steroid injection. Found you on RUclips - rested wife immediately and she began glute exercises-
In addition I messaged swollen knee and leg area with CBD oil. After 7-8 days swelling went down substantially. Will meet with PT next week and share your valuable knowledge.
Thank you very much and God Bless. If you ever are coming to Boston area, please let me know.
I'm sorry I missed the Live Chat. Good advice Doctor. I actually did exactly what you said that reduced the swelling of my right knee. At least I could do my house chores now compare my situation before Christmas. I could not step even one bit. By watching your videos helped me reduced the swelling. I may not be able to walk briskly, at least I could live independently and that I'm thankful for your advices. Please keep up the good work. We appreciate it a lot. God bless. 🙏❤👍
YAYYYYYYY!!!!!!
This is fantastic to hear Teresita!!!!
Thank you for updating us on your success!!!!
Will definately take your advice. Thanks so much.
Thank you this is absolutely the best information I have received for knee pain
Charles Watson
Besides arthritis is there anything else I can cause this one?
Hi Charles, You are welcome.🧡 Thank you so much for tuning in! We appreciate your kind words. In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for knee swelling help. You can check it out here:
“Plantar Fasciitis Help”
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mbQPkYeRmwiT4VeIah4xMZC
We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!😃
Thank you ! Using jello water . Been doing your exercises. Feeling better . Forced to use a motorized cart at Walmart. Hard surfaces are too much .
I feel I am healing .
YAYYYYYYY!!!!!!
This is fantastic to hear Susan!!!!
Thank you for updating us on your success!!!! You've got to get that pressure off your knee in the short term!
The weather very cold my painful knees seems worse. I sometimes us a hot water bottle on my knees. This seems to help. Thank you for your informations God bless Your good work. From the U.K
You are very welcome Pearl! We are glad you found something that helps your knees in the cold! God bless!
Such helpful advice. I've found my knee swells doing the exercises recommended for OA by physios and the ones you say are the wrong ones are exactly the ones that make my knee swell. I do have a glut imbalance and follow your exercise regime which is building up that inactive glut. Thank you so much.
These videos have help me so much . Can you do some videos on the arm and elbow. The doctors can not find out what's wrong. The person I'm asking this for has so much pain in the elbow even when carrying grocery in I can forward the video to him .
You're welcome Pamela!!! We're glad that you've become aware of this now so you can do the right things. Sorry you've had to have more knee swelling though :-(
Get those glutes going!!!
@Vera Freck. We're so happy you've benefitted from our videos. Dr. David has plans on making more videos for the rest of the body. Stay tuned, they're coming!
Hi, thanks for all this useful information. I do suffer with swelling .
yes you are coming in loud and clear
Thanks for letting us know you can hear us Julie!
Great explanation here David ! Thanks a lot ... amateur bodybuilding here... I was wondering why lunges are painful at first, but gradually get easier after warming up...
I have patello femoral, and inner tibio femoral syndrome. My cartilage is beginning to wear out.
The glute thing came as a shock to me, since my physician and my PT have emphasized the necessity to exercise the whole leg in order to prevent tendonitis.
I guess you don't support leg extensions !
When I can't exercise, my legs get skinny so fast it is really demoralizing. I am 55...
I've seen many of your videos and really love how compassionate you are with people.
Hi from Martinique, West Indies!
Hi… thank you so much for your exercises which were never explained to me. I am so grateful because I have OA and I don’t want surgery on my knee so I will do the exercises you suggest faithfully. It’s nice to have you so close by I live outside of El Paso.
Thanks for the video on swollen knees. Very informative. Will follow your advice.
You're welcome Anne!!!
Bone and Joint Clinic says I have a little arthritis in both knees. Glad to see this video and some of your other videos.
Hi Janice! We're so sorry that you have arthritis in both knees, but also glad that you found our videos to help! One video we forgot to link in your other comment was this one below:
“Tailgate Swings”
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This exercise will also help with your knee pain 🧡
I have a mild swollen that came about the other day, I don't have swollen a lot . I haven't had swollen of my left knee since years ago from falling on ice on it, but it only lasted back then for 1 day. So it's been years since I had any swollen, but yesterday I woke up to a mild swollen, I been used ice pack, without any pain medicine for inflammation, I do not have any pain, just a little stiffness with walking that knee is a little stiff to bend . What can I do to bring swollen down, with the elevated.
For my swelling I get a whole head of celery, cut it up in small pieces, use the biggest cooking pot and add water and bring to a boil, then put a lid on it and steep. Steep and drink it. Can keep in refridgerator and heat up I microwave or drink cold.
Hey Denise! We've heard great things about celery too! Thanks for this tip!!!
Good morning Dr , I did a Mencius surgery three years ago. but both of my knee are hurting and swelling constantly.
But, I come across your video and I am doing some of the exercise for my knee. I been doing glutes exercises… I feeling so much better.
I did therapy and two steroid injection on the knee and it was not helping every time I wanted to the doctor there is no solutions. but, since I watching the video and I started to do my glutes exercise it is amazing how I feel so much better and swelling went down even the pain as well.
I would never do therapy again. This is so true what you are saying, because the injection the therapy are just for a matter of time and then you have to deal with same situation so thank you Dr.
I think you’re changing my life for a whole lot better. And thank you for the educated video ……❤❤
These are exercise you can do in your home if you feel like not going outside or gym… God blessed hope everyone are doing much better on there pain and swelling ❤
Hi Rupawatee Falcon! 👋 We're thrilled to hear that you found our video and that the exercises we shared have been making a positive difference for your knees. It's incredible how something as simple as glute exercises can have such a significant impact on your well-being.
We understand how frustrating it can be when you've tried various treatments like therapy and steroid injections without finding lasting relief. It's disheartening when there seems to be no solution in sight. But we're so glad that our video resonated with you and that you've experienced improvement since incorporating the glutes exercises into your routine.
You're absolutely right-temporary fixes like injections and therapy often provide short-term relief but don't address the underlying causes of the pain and swelling. By focusing on targeted exercises at home, you're actively working towards long-term improvement and taking control of your own healing journey.
It warms our hearts to know that our video has had such a positive impact on your life. We're grateful to be part of your journey towards better health and well-being. Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your experience with us.
We hope that your progress continues and that you experience even more relief in the days to come. Remember to listen to your body and take it at your own pace.
We wish you all the best in your road to recovery! Please take care. 🧡
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Thank you so much…. 🥰❤️ Now I love working out back, before always apprehensive about working out since I had the surgery… So yes I will listen to my body. God blessed you Dr 👨⚕️ …
In my opinion, New York the Doctors really don’t tell you the truth for the underlying problem so yes you are right… 👍 I even cancel all my therapy appointments, since, I’m doing your video exercise…
You are such a blessing. Everything you say makes so much sense
Thank you Samantha!!!
Thanku Dr, trying very hard to work my glutes. I'm 74yrs old. Feeling a difference already.
Really helpful video about reducing swelling in the knees.
Thank you Dorothy!!!
I have OA in the left knee and had meniscus surgery 7 years ago, my mobility/ability to bend the knee without pain has increased. I also believe I have a ITB band issue. The best starting exercise is the tailgate, thank you for sharing this. I am on my feet all day teaching Physical Education and it's been tough, however I have noted which types of exercises allow me to move for 30 minutes. Haven't been on a run for weeks now, just as you said too much walking not good.
Thank you for addressing this issue, I was looking for all information about knee pain and your channel is very informative, I have a knee swelling for a long time and the doctor just told me this week about Knee arthritis I love to lose the weight but its painful to walk so what can I do to make my muscles stronger?🥰🥰
Doc visit today. Knee locked up, swelling, pain, etc. I rested, elevated, iced water/improvement. Doc prescribed Celebrex. Knowing side effects, I do NOT want to take. I’m already on two HBP meds. Crying 😢 😭 and appreciate your guidance.
Your advice is priceless, thank you.
Glad it was helpful, you're welcome! 😁
Thanks!
Hi Alyse, you're welcome! Thank you so much for your generosity and support!
I am trying to lose weight at the same time I am dealing with both knees with osteoarthritis. It's so frustrating. Should I just focus on calorie intake?
Thank you for all of the information you present. Most helpful and truly appreciate everything.
Hi! I hear you and really get a ton of help from your videos😆 thank you!
I watch your videos every day at work, you give excellent education and knowledge on OA ,hanks
Hey there, you are very welcome! Thank you for the kind words and support!
Amazing Doctor! Thank you thank you thank you 🙏🏼
Thanks for such helpful information. So far your information is one of the best on the internet.
That's amazing to hear that our content has been helpful, thank you for your kind words! 😊
While sitting, will either alternating or simultaneously tightening your glutes also be beneficial? I am so excited to have been led to your videos! My chiropractor is the one who suggested speaking to the knee surgeon. The orthopedic surgeon, who only does knee replacements, suggested I try physical therapy, after I explained why I would not do steroid shots. I am retired and arthritis & cartilage reduction have begun to affect my activities. I am not someone who sees a doctor very often, I do not take any prescriptions but try to limit sugars, gluten, pastas, breads etc and use herbs and oils. I have begun to do PT and the mat exercises, they are having me do, have been more successful with my concentrating on firing my butt muscles, using your suggestion! By adding your walking, stairclimbs, light cycling, leg swings and using my glutes videos to my days, I am beginning to get excited about healing and being able to walk my dogs around the lake again and explore the woods again (it's almost mushroom season 😊)! Bless you and your sharing this vital information! I look forward to watching and following all your videos. ❤ Thank you! 🤗 P
Hey Pauletta! Yes, tightening the glutes while sitting is beneficial. Alternating sides is great to master control over the muscles. Then as you get better, tightening as hard as possible for 10+ seconds would be great to do. It's great to hear that you're doing better with our advice!!! YAYYYYY!!!!
We wish you the best this upcoming mushroom season!!! 🍄
Can hear
U really good at this since i found your message my arthritis has improved I'm 61for two years I've had this and I have less from since I've started following you I'm from Trinidad
This is the best information yet. thank you for everything you have shared here. I have just had a menisectomy. Actually that was about three months ago and I’m still struggling with a lot of pain. I love what you had to say about the PRP injections. Going to the doctor tomorrow to check those out. Working on my glutes. Loved hearing everything you said. Is there a hope for me after having a meniscectomy?
Hey Dawn! We're glad to hear that you're working on your glutes! That's the best priority to have right now. There definitely is hope after having a menisectomy. Getting more glute strength, and using it well during walking and other movements, dramatically takes pressure off knees to keep your meniscus in the best health possible. Best of luck to you with the doctor!
My left knee swelled up for the first time while I was walking so I appreciate your explanation. & also your explanation regarding What movements are not beneficial & what are...Thank You. Cheers from Italy.
Great videos. Here the million dollar question. I have minor swelling in one knee with inner knee pain. I can fully extend it outward with no pain but when I bend it backwards to do a quad stretch it really hurts behing my knee limiting how far back I can go. Any feedback or exercises would be greatly appreciated!
Hey Real Estate Maffit!!! That sounds very much like it could be the beginning of a Baker's Cyst since you've got minor swelling and difficulty and pain bending it back all the way. You can learn more about Baker's Cysts here:
"Baker's Cyst Knee Pain Help"
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Thanks for your reply but my swelling is in the front of my knee. Very strange. I'll check your videos doc 😁
Same problem
Just found you this morning! My MD is trying to figure out if OA or high dose statin bothering my knees. Your video was great- I will definitely check more of them out!
Hey Ann! We hope you are able to help figure this out! We have another great video that may be able to help figure out what is going in with your knee if you would like to learn more. Here is a link:
This Rare Diagnosis Is Easily The Biggest Reason For Inner Knee Pain
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Thank you so much for all the information you share.
You're welcome Myrna!!!
I sooooo appreciate you!! I work 8 hours a day on my feet. I have a swollen knee left side. I think sciatica. I will do these things you suggest. 🙏
Hey doc can you do a session on bow legs....I don't know if only glute exercises are enough for healing knee pain in this condition
Hey Jayesh, we'll pass this suggestion over to Dr. David and see when he can do it. Thanks!
Love your videos, really helpful. I am in U K so glad I found you!
Hey Dawn! Thank you so much for the support! So glad that we have been able to help. We are happy you found us as well! 🇬🇧 👋🏼 😊 🧡
When I stay home on a Sunday, the swelling goes down completely. As soon as I go out to work standing, the swelling is back.
Hey Sherwin, hopefully the information in this video is helpful for you and you can improve on that!
Doctor advised me for hip replacement as I am having bone on bone on my left hip compared to right hip. But he also told me we don’t go only by x ray. If you can do your daily activities than you can delay surgery. I am 70 years , and seek your advise as my family members pressured me to go for surgery as time is the factor not to wait too long.
A slowly applied stretch minimises the activation of the stretch reflex and a hold allows for habituation of the stretch reflex so its effect is mostly negated. Stretches are definitely contraindicated during periods of inflammation.
Actually, my left knee which I can't bend nor straightened is not swelling at all. I just noticed that everytime am seated too long like if am working from home in front of my computer, when I stand up then it's hard for me to walk at once. Or when am sleeping and wake up to pee after 4 hours then it's the same feeling. But the exercises I learned from you helped a lot. And this left knee pain happened when I did full squat unintentionally when am doing something at home. 💯👏🌟
Hello
I had all what you said on mind but never clicked and having it totally understand before seeing this video of yours. I watch most of your videos that relates to knee issues.
I am thankful and appreciate you.
Thank you for the comment Hamid! You've got this!!!!!! 😁
Your suggestions and other exercise shows have, miraculously, brought INCREDIBLE relief. Thank you and Gd bless you and yours!!!! You sound loud and clear!!!
Hi Cynthia! Thank you so much for the amazing feedback! We are thrilled that have felt relief after working with these exercises. We wish you continued success on your road to recovery🌟 In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for “Knee Swelling Help”
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We also have an online knee arthritis program that you might find beneficial. Once you purchase you will have lifetime access to the program and for peace of mind, we offer a 7-day money-back guarantee in case you feel the program isn't a right fit for you. 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
Thank you for being part of our community! We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!🧡
this was so good to listen to. My knee is flared up and i can see somethings i am doing that is not helping. again, the glutes is so important. this video i will listened to again and take notes.
Hi from the UK 🇬🇧🙏. I have had psoriatic arthritis since my mid 20s (I'm 39 today! 😃).
I have been doing really well lately. I have lost about 2 st in weight and have been doing lots of functional training and recently took up BJJ which I love!
My left knee is the primary effected joint. It has been constantly swollen for years and my mobility in terms of flexion is at about 70%.
Unfortunately just last week whilst on holiday I was stood up taking a wee and sort of stretcthed and my knee just twanged and was extremely painful.
For two days i hardly moved and stayed in the room. I eventually was able to flex my knee and walk in some pain. I purchased a compression sleeve which seemed to stabilise my knee but now its just randomly locking and twanging for a split second or two.
I jave realised that the locking occurs mostly when i twist my knee whilst straight or if in full extension and lean forward.
I would be very grateful for any advice because the NHS is the UK has waiting lists of weeks and weeks to see a Dr.
God bless 🙏
Dear sir, thank you for your valuable wisdom related our 👍☘️😚knee pain.
Best video I have ever come across,God bless you
Thanks Nidhi!!! ❤️
Listening from Michigan. Helpful as always. Thank you so much.