My knee and lower back had been bothering me during squats and running and I did this routine before both (doesn't take more then 7-10 minutes) and wow. What a difference! Thank you so much for putting this on RUclips.
@@drkristieennis also I have been running and started to incorporate deep squatting and running lunge “knees over toes”and noticed a few days later my knee cap and below the knee sore ..I have been quad stretching and your exercises with rest I I am going to see how my knee pain free . What do you think knees over toes .. myth or avoid. .. Thanks.
Love these exercises which I'm going to start today. I'm 70 with a right knee replacement and feel very weak in my muscles. I also have spinal stenosis. Thank you so very much for sharing.
Thanks so much! I am a beginning personal trainer and I am currently helping my dad start his fitness journey. I found out from him that he has knee pain. I am up late searching the web for how to train clients with knee pain so that I feel much more comfortable with training my Dad. Thanks so much for posting this content. I feel much confident in putting a program together foe my dad.
Wow these simple exercise actually work, I'm a cancer survivor And I need to get back my strength, but after chemo I end up with inflammation and knee arthritis. Thank you so much.
Thank you for these. I have 2 bad knees and a bad back. I am able to do a lot on good days, but when my knees or back is hurting more, a lighter or standing workout is what I need. Keep doing what you do. Thanks.
Perfect timing! Thank you doctor for delivering my request for remedy. My hips popped doing hydrants and knees cracked back into awareness... and I thoroughly enjoyed. Instant relief!
That was well done. I've visited a couple of physical therapists and I prefer them to "trainers" due to their anatomy knowledge and they don't want people to ignore pain.
That was the exact reason I chose a PT that is also a trained Physio that injuries and pain can be addressed as opposed to just pushing through pain for sake of reps.
this helped me so so much!! i struggle with a lot of usual exercises even basic slow jogging. but this helped me break a sweat, made me feel good, but without any joint pain!!! this is gonna be a life changer for me.. i hope eventually i can add weights overtime. thank you so much
Dr. Kristie to the rescue again! Recent injuries require a change to my lower body routine. It's difficult to accept that more challenging exercises are currently out of the question but I certainly appreciate videos such as this one. 💕
Thank you Doc for your passionately sharing all your expertise to get us in shape. You're energy and happy personality affects your viewers in an extremely positive way. Thank you...
yeah I am hoping to be running again soon, its patellar tendonitits, I have had it for months I went to see a physio last month, he give me some exsercises to do , so along with yours I am hoping to get the all clear on friday my knee feels better but my hip is sore after the exsersices he give me , cant win lol
Thanks Doc! I’m a retired Reconnaissance Marine who has jumped (parachuted) more than I can remember and have been hampered by sore knees as I age...(66). Looking forward to getting them back in condition! Semper Fi! 👍🏽
Thanks Doc. Had my TKR (left knee) in 2018 and with good physio i walk normal till no one can tell except close friends and relatives. However started to feel a bit off on my right knee. This is good.
Dr said I will need a knee replacement, one is very swollen but I have done these exercises for a few days and notice the difference where other utube videos have done nothing for my knee which was what I was after.🙋🏻♀️👏💜🙏🐝💐
Great mobility dynamic stretching and strengthening, thank you you are awesome Dr & these exercises are easily achievable (depending on the person) and I like the little reminders how to remember them, ie the hydrant exercise. 😀
I hope that your knee feels better soon! Check out the meniscus and arthritis video too: ruclips.net/video/4dR-4XCAjAs/видео.html ruclips.net/video/F_oVq75vL1s/видео.html
Exercises for knees maintenance: WARM UP (tuck in core!) 1) Alt Knee Raises (hip level) X10/20R 2) ONE LEG Standing-Side to Side (window wiper!) leg swings 10/20R (each leg!) 3) (Standing/walking) Alt Hamstring stretch- raise leg @ hip level- touch knee/shin with hand X10/10R KNEE EXERCISES: 1) STANDING HIP CIRCLES: 1 Leg Standing, other leg straight doing Hip circles (X10LF + X10RT) *change legs and (Repeat) 2) STANDING FIRE HYDRANT: (Holding onto something sturdy in front of you!) 1 Leg standing, other leg bent at knee, extend out & in (like peeing dog!) X10R then... Straighten bent leg and do hip/leg extensions (straight out and bend back in!) X10R *Change legs (Repeat!) 3)SPLIT STANCE DEAD LIFT (hips back/ upper torso lean forward hinged at hip!) X10-20R *Repeat other side! 4) SYMMETRICAL SIDE STEPS (With/without- mini resistant band or weights!) Stand tall (bend at knee if comfortable) don’t lean or drag X10 steps or so... *Repeat other side/ direction Well done!
Thanks a lot. I love ur channel!! My problem is I was born with rough knee cartilages and told I must avoid putting weight onto bend knees like lunges, squats, cycling and similar. Has left me with all sorts of problems. Weak and unstable core, separated tummy muscles, weak legs and more. Finding exercises that help solve all those things can be very difficult... :(
You’re welcome! Check out these videos too: ruclips.net/video/coUnqR3gdbI/видео.html ruclips.net/video/-RVJRF27oks/видео.html ruclips.net/video/gEowyrlf8sE/видео.html
just happened to find your channel..I had one knee replaced and trying to avoid replacing the other..I know dropping my weight will help but these are simple for me to do and i will add them to my workout and before and after walking...
Hello, Just happened across your video - have very painful knees, one more than the other. I’m going to try these exercises and hopefully things will improve for me. FYI - I live in Wales, which is part of the UK. Thank you.
Thanks! I do have several videos like that, but not for this specifically. See if these help at all: ruclips.net/video/0JIdbgbjwdM/видео.html ruclips.net/video/HvgrrUuGHOQ/видео.html
It certainly depends on what’s causing the buckling. Meniscus, arthritis, and ligament can all cause that symptom. Here are some videos for those: Fix Your Torn Meniscus Without Surgery ruclips.net/video/4dR-4XCAjAs/видео.html ACL Tear Stretches And Exercises ruclips.net/video/h2XzHmB5CpE/видео.html Best Exercises For Knee Arthritis Pain Relief ruclips.net/video/F_oVq75vL1s/видео.html
Hi Dr. Ennis. I've had knee issues for a few years now (legacy of my competition squash days I think) so many thanks, I'll give these a try. But would these exercises also help sciatica? Thanks
You’re welcome! Typically (but not always)in sciatica, extension of the spine and trunk feels better than flexion. Glute strength can help but you just need to be cautious of spine position. Check out these videos too: ruclips.net/video/Guz5XS0cOkk/видео.html ruclips.net/video/7lntsHN0ezw/видео.html
@@drkristieennis Hi Dr Ennis. I'll certainly take a look at those videos. Oh, and btw great presentations on all your subject material, really helpful. Thanks
Finally! I have both knees injured and PT told me not to do exercises that compress my knees. After I was released and home, I realized that eliminates anything kneeling (OUCH!!!), no bike, no stair stepper. But these I can do! Thank you for posting this.
Thank you, Dr. Kristie for another informative video. I have read that using a treadmill in an inclined position is also good for knee joints. Do you think this is correct?
You’re welcome! Using the treadmill on an incline does activate the glutes more so this can be helpful. I have seen this cause discomfort so I always tell my patients to use caution and put the inline back down if there is pain.
@@drkristieennis Thank you for your reply. It might be a coincidence, but since using it at a slight incline of three, there appears to be no pain in my lower back when I walk now. Not that I had severe pain, but there was more of a tired feeling there. But only time will tell :)
Some good recent content addressing key issues that are likely to give us all some bother as we get older. I had no intention of getting old but it kinda crept up on me & took a toll for all the years I played sport...ouch!
I know how much injuries can be frustrating, and surprising too! I still think I wouldn’t trade my athletic endeavors I even if it meant I would have no pain now:)
@@drkristieennis I agree wholeheartedly! Sport is character building & a great preparation for life. Some truly great moments shared on the field of play. I'll be following your advice to prep my knees for another season skiing in the Alps! Thank you!
Can I do this with a torn meniscus? I have been doing your exercises for a meniscus tear to avoid surgery . It feels great I have no pin. In bridge cant lift heels at all. I am 73 All others went well Guess I have stiff arthritis in ankles
I really like her I watched her yesterday and I thought this chick not only knows what she's talking about she does what she says. Thank you for doing the standing exercises
My right leg hasn't straightened in five years, the X ray suggested uneven wear of the cartilage prevents it from straightening. The consultants suggesting that I wait until it's so bad that they replace the knee doesn't exactly fill full of glee, now I'm getting sciatic pain probably due my body attempting to compensate through walking in an unnatural way. I have tried all these exercises and stretches but I guess there is only so much you can do when an injury has progressed like this, the one thing that really helps is cycling, I can knock out forty miles every consecutive day and feel no pain or discomfort . Because I can do this it put me off going for knee replacement, I don't feel lucky so I can imagine after the operation being worse off . They one thing someone told me to do was get a scan and see if Arthroscopy would be sufficient rather than a new knee but I'm not sure about the success rates. It all went pair shape when I hit sixty two and my knee just went without any prior warning, one day it was straight and I could run seven minute miles for six miles and the next day it was bent and that ended my running forever. Even walking now has become a misery as it just aggravates my Glutes and my Biceps Femoris due to the way I have to walk all because of this knee. Anyway thanks to cycling plus the above program and all your other exercise this keeps me relatively fit but for how much longer is what concerns me?
I’m so sorry you are going through all this pain. It’s so frustrating when you’re trying to be healthy and active but it hurts! I have had patients have some luck with both PRP and stem cell treatment. Also, try these videos to see if they help at all: ruclips.net/video/F_oVq75vL1s/видео.html ruclips.net/video/gEowyrlf8sE/видео.html
My knees are so bad now I’ve had to stop doing good exercises that helped tone my legs. I was once super fit and now I’m down to just walking & gentle moving exercises just to ease the arthritis and fatigue fibromyalgia bad knees off the latter and 22yrs of running. I’ve got abs pain off adhesions off hysterectomy operation in 2011. My exercises ground to nothing now 😢
I’m sorry to hear that:( see if these videos help at all: ruclips.net/video/DNh13zCQ_lQ/видео.html ruclips.net/video/gEowyrlf8sE/видео.html ruclips.net/video/coUnqR3gdbI/видео.html
I can empathize. It's hard not to feel depressed. Definitely hard to reconcile. Not to be presumtuous as I don't really know your current situation but for me the thing that's great about exercise is that there's always something you can do. It may not be what you're used to and may need adjustments but I do find that there's always something I can manage to do. 🌹
A lot of these work the Hip abductors, which is the right areas to target for knee issues, finally someone who knows what they are talking about. thumbs up from me xx
Does these exercises help for patella that's mistracking medially? I am still in my thirties but I can't even wear any leggings, tights, thermals, straight fit pants because it hurts a lot and I am so confused about what exercises I can perform or which ones are detrimental to my knees. I have this pain for 6 years now and I have tried yoga, physiotherapy and lots of exercises but nothing seems to be working.
@@drkristieennis Thank you so much for replying. I don't exactly know as I didn't have any injury. But I had this habit of crossing my legs all the time and I also wore skinny jeans a lot. Maybe that contributed to the problem?
@@sroshanwar4100 it actually can! That can cause a sensitivity in the nerve. I’m guessing you have worked on strengthening the outside hip muscles? Have you also tried massage?
@@drkristieennis I did bridges, single leg bridges, side leg raises, squats, lunges on my physiotherapist recommendation in first part of.2021. It worked a little bit but then I got diagnosed with cancer and after treatment my knees are the worst. Before I saw this physiotherapist I excercised more vigorously, did yoga, did many streches and excercises I found online but that caused swelling and pain. My physio told me not to do anything with an inward movement like clamshells. Nowadays I am doing bridges with ball, wall sit (only half), monster walk, step ups, side leg raises. I also do lunges and side lunges but can't do it completely as it cause pain afterwards. Are these excetcises addressing outside hip muscles? I used to do self massage before getting sick but not anymore.
@@sroshanwar4100 I’m so sorry to hear that:( some of those exercises are working on those muscles. Is there a massage therapist or PT near you who works with oncology patients?
2 months prior to taking Levofloxacin, I was a vibrant active STRONG woman who could run jump, lunge, squat, lift heavy ect. Now I can barely sit down and stand up. Now I can barely add resistance to my spin bike . Now I have no choice than to do granny exercises and refrain all my energy and mindset that has always encouraged me to go beyond my limits.😓 Depression is an understatement. I am BEYOND depressed.
@@drkristieennis I never had an infection. Antibiotics were only for a post surgery precausion. I had 2 sinus cysts removed. Look up Levofloaxacin and fluroquinole antibiotics. Loosing tendons and ligaments are a side effect apparently.
The best thing you cando for your knees is to buy some arch supports. A lot of knee problems are because your arch starts falling in causing wear on joints.
That can certainly be true:) make sure to get this checked before putting anything in the sometimes. Sometimes people have high arches or a collapsing arch due to hip weakness.
Dr.Kristie.Many thanks for the information on Knee Excerise.And after eating a healthy meal,I love to excerise and stretch my limbs.I lay flat on my Excerise mat and put my two feet over my shoulders on the other side of the floor. God bless everyone be safe and be well.
Could you please show exercises on Lower abs and legs.... I truly truly appreciate your time and encouragement... especially exercises I follow definitely do them....could you please help me in exercises related to strong legs and core including knees....thank you so much 🥰
You’re welcome! Check out these videos: ruclips.net/video/ESwpRDh6-rY/видео.html ruclips.net/video/HvgrrUuGHOQ/видео.html ruclips.net/video/0JIdbgbjwdM/видео.html ruclips.net/video/8prtjQDwD48/видео.html
Sure:) the hip swing side to side targets ab/adductors, the leg swing forward is hamstring loosening, the hip circles work most of the hip muscles and abdominal muscles, and the last exercises address glute medius and maximus.
My knee and lower back had been bothering me during squats and running and I did this routine before both (doesn't take more then 7-10 minutes) and wow. What a difference! Thank you so much for putting this on RUclips.
You're welcome! I'm glad I can help you keep running and squatting:)
@@drkristieennis also I have been running and started to incorporate deep squatting and running lunge “knees over toes”and noticed a few days later my knee cap and below the knee sore ..I have been quad stretching and your exercises with rest I I am going to see how my knee pain free . What do you think knees over toes .. myth or avoid. ..
Thanks.
I am going to add this to all the other exercises that I have been watching. This getting old is fun you get to workout all day.
So true!
Ha, good observation! I do love working out for big chunks of the day -- can't wait until I can retire.
Oh wow, best comment award! X)
I like your way of thinking..💪👍🏼
@@itgetter9 me too..🤗
Love these exercises which I'm going to start today. I'm 70 with a right knee replacement and feel very weak in my muscles. I also have spinal stenosis. Thank you so very much for sharing.
You are very welcome! Check out the stenosis video too:)
ruclips.net/video/Dmz1C7vhywE/видео.html
Thanks so much! I am a beginning personal trainer and I am currently helping my dad start his fitness journey. I found out from him that he has knee pain. I am up late searching the web for how to train clients with knee pain so that I feel much more comfortable with training my Dad. Thanks so much for posting this content. I feel much confident in putting a program together foe my dad.
You’re welcome and good luck to your dad!
Thankyou ! Mentioning mobility is key ; we must keep moving .
You’re welcome! Mobility is so important for all ages:)
That's become my new mantra "Keep it strong and keep it moving!"
Thanks Kristie.
Wow these simple exercise actually work, I'm a cancer survivor And I need to get back my strength, but after chemo I end up with inflammation and knee arthritis. Thank you so much.
Thank you for these. I have 2 bad knees and a bad back. I am able to do a lot on good days, but when my knees or back is hurting more, a lighter or standing workout is what I need. Keep doing what you do. Thanks.
You’re welcome! I’m so glad I can help 😊
try some acupuncture as well , really helps...
I felt immediate relief. This might be the best self help knee video ❤️❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻
That’s great! Keep up your good work 😊
Perfect timing! Thank you doctor for delivering my request for remedy. My hips popped doing hydrants and knees cracked back into awareness... and I thoroughly enjoyed. Instant relief!
You’re welcome! I’m glad things popped in the right way:)
That’s great! You are welcome 🤗
That was well done. I've visited a couple of physical therapists and I prefer them to "trainers" due to their anatomy knowledge and they don't want people to ignore pain.
Thank you 😊
That was the exact reason I chose a PT that is also a trained Physio that injuries and pain can be addressed as opposed to just pushing through pain for sake of reps.
this helped me so so much!! i struggle with a lot of usual exercises even basic slow jogging. but this helped me break a sweat, made me feel good, but without any joint pain!!! this is gonna be a life changer for me.. i hope eventually i can add weights overtime. thank you so much
Thanks Kristie! Really helpful for us oldies with “kneeds”!
Very clever:) you’re welcome!
Nice pun, Nemo!'
Not oldies am 26 year and have a bad knee
Great video all the way around! Helpful info, concise, varied, and you’re very pleasant too! Thanks for sharing this.
Dr. Kristie to the rescue again! Recent injuries require a change to my lower body routine. It's difficult to accept that more challenging exercises are currently out of the question but I certainly appreciate videos such as this one. 💕
U R such a kind, helpful and nice person :) thank u 4 sharing the fantastic stuff with us. Hugs from Poland
You are very welcome!
Hello. I really like how you explain everything clearly and concisely and at the same time smoothly. I do wish you all the best. Thank you ☺️
Thanks so much!
Thank you. I will try!
Thank you so much for these exercises. I will definitely use them.
You’re welcome! I hope you enjoy them:)
You’re welcome! Hope you like them:)
Thank you for taking the time to share this!!!!
You’re welcome!
Thanks Kristie , I really look forward to your videos. Your the best!
Thank you so much!
These were the best exercises simple but effective.
Thank you:)
WOW thank you- I was surprised how quickly I “felt” this exercise- thank you
You’re welcome! Glad you felt it:)
Thank you Doc for your passionately sharing all your expertise to get us in shape. You're energy and happy personality affects your viewers in an extremely positive way. Thank you...
You are most welcome! Thanks for the kindness 😊
Cristina faccio sempre i tuoi esercizi super ti ringrazio infinitamente💓
Thanks Dr Kristie , I have been suffering from runners knee for a while , these exercises helping with my recovery , you got great legs by the way x
You’re welcome! I’m glad these help your knee:)
yeah I am hoping to be running again soon, its patellar tendonitits, I have had it for months I went to see a physio last month, he give me some exsercises to do , so along with yours I am hoping to get the all clear on friday my knee feels better but my hip is sore after the exsersices he give me , cant win lol
@@steveward5925 sometimes it feels like we end up working on the whole body!:) check out this video too:
ruclips.net/video/Kirr8xOZ70k/видео.html
So helpful! Thanks a lot kristie
You’re welcome!
Thanks Doc!
I’m a retired Reconnaissance Marine who has jumped (parachuted) more than I can remember and have been hampered by sore knees as I age...(66).
Looking forward to getting them back in condition!
Semper Fi! 👍🏽
Thank you for your service!! Hope these exercises help:)
Thanks Doc. Had my TKR (left knee) in 2018 and with good physio i walk normal till no one can tell except close friends and relatives. However started to feel a bit off on my right knee. This is good.
Glad this is helping and you are doing well:)
Absolutely brilliant very helpful thankyou,
many thanks for these fantastic dynamic stretching that became my new morning routine 😃
You’re welcome ☺️
Thank you! I am 32 and I can't do have the exercises that other women my age can. This was great!
So glad these work for you:)
Thank you so much, doctor! Trying these starting immediately!
You’re welcome! I hope they work for you:)
I've been doing this for 2 weeks. I feel improvement in my knees. T Y
You’re welcome! Glad your knees are feeling better:)
Dr said I will need a knee replacement, one is very swollen but I have done these exercises for a few days and notice the difference where other utube videos have done nothing for my knee which was what I was after.🙋🏻♀️👏💜🙏🐝💐
@@teresaspensley5640 that’s great! Keep up your good work:)
Great mobility dynamic stretching and strengthening, thank you you are awesome Dr
& these exercises are easily achievable (depending on the person) and I like the little reminders how to remember them, ie the hydrant exercise. 😀
Thank you!! I really want my exercises to be achievable for everyone:)
@@drkristieennis did you know that when you stand up, your knees can move up and down ?
Bless you Kristie, my left knee has a tear in it, and shots don’t help.God Bless☺️❤️🙏🏾
I hope that your knee feels better soon! Check out the meniscus and arthritis video too:
ruclips.net/video/4dR-4XCAjAs/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/F_oVq75vL1s/видео.html
Exercises for knees maintenance:
WARM UP (tuck in core!)
1) Alt Knee Raises (hip level) X10/20R
2) ONE LEG Standing-Side to Side (window wiper!) leg swings 10/20R (each leg!)
3) (Standing/walking) Alt Hamstring stretch-
raise leg @ hip level- touch knee/shin with hand X10/10R
KNEE EXERCISES:
1) STANDING HIP CIRCLES:
1 Leg Standing, other leg straight doing Hip circles
(X10LF + X10RT)
*change legs and (Repeat)
2) STANDING FIRE HYDRANT:
(Holding onto something sturdy in front of you!)
1 Leg standing, other leg bent at knee, extend out & in
(like peeing dog!) X10R then...
Straighten bent leg and do hip/leg extensions (straight out and bend back in!) X10R
*Change legs (Repeat!)
3)SPLIT STANCE DEAD LIFT
(hips back/ upper torso lean forward hinged at hip!)
X10-20R
*Repeat other side!
4) SYMMETRICAL SIDE STEPS
(With/without- mini resistant band or weights!)
Stand tall (bend at knee if comfortable) don’t lean or drag
X10 steps or so...
*Repeat other side/ direction
Well done!
Thanks for this!
Hi there. Thanks. This is very helpful. My right hip flexor is very weak and sore. Should I do these exercises every day?
@Barbara Elliott - I found that doing my exercises every other day worked better at my age, since recovery takes longer. I am 70.
Thanks a lot. I love ur channel!! My problem is I was born with rough knee cartilages and told I must avoid putting weight onto bend knees like lunges, squats, cycling and similar. Has left me with all sorts of problems. Weak and unstable core, separated tummy muscles, weak legs and more. Finding exercises that help solve all those things can be very difficult... :(
You’re welcome! Check out these videos too:
ruclips.net/video/coUnqR3gdbI/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/-RVJRF27oks/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/gEowyrlf8sE/видео.html
@@drkristieennis Awesome thanks!!!! :D
just happened to find your channel..I had one knee replaced and trying to avoid replacing the other..I know dropping my weight will help but these are simple for me to do and i will add them to my workout and before and after walking...
I hope they help! See if these help too:
ruclips.net/video/F_oVq75vL1s/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/gEowyrlf8sE/видео.html
Thank you so much! New sub here. I’ve had three surgeries on my left knee. This is very helpful for strengthening both my legs!
You are welcome 😊
Hello, Just happened across your video - have very painful knees, one more than the other. I’m going to try these exercises and hopefully things will improve for me. FYI - I live in Wales, which is part of the UK. Thank you.
You’re welcome! Check out these videos too:
ruclips.net/video/Kirr8xOZ70k/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/gEowyrlf8sE/видео.html
THANK YOU SO MUCH DOC. TO THIS VERY INTERESTING EXCERCISES. WATCHING AND GREETING ROME,ITALY
You’re welcome ☺️
I am going to try these out. Thank you. Do you have a full video where you do the exercise and we follow you?
Thanks! I do have several videos like that, but not for this specifically. See if these help at all:
ruclips.net/video/0JIdbgbjwdM/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/HvgrrUuGHOQ/видео.html
Can you please give ideas for people with knee _and_ balance issues?
Have you tried some of these without holding on? Or see if this video helps:
ruclips.net/video/RCkGVtjCc0k/видео.html
Very nice program! Thank you Doctor....
You’re welcome!
This was very useful, I am 72 with a sore knee. Would be nice if you could do the whole workout and we could follow. Thank you.
You’re welcome! I do have some follow along videos but I do hope to have more in the future.
Thank you, I really enjoy your videos, lots of wonderful information
You’re welcome! I’m glad they are helpful:)
Excellent instruction. Are there some exercise for a buckling knee?
It certainly depends on what’s causing the buckling. Meniscus, arthritis, and ligament can all cause that symptom. Here are some videos for those:
Fix Your Torn Meniscus Without Surgery ruclips.net/video/4dR-4XCAjAs/видео.html
ACL Tear Stretches And Exercises ruclips.net/video/h2XzHmB5CpE/видео.html
Best Exercises For Knee Arthritis Pain Relief ruclips.net/video/F_oVq75vL1s/видео.html
Thank you Dr. Ennis.
J P you’re welcome 😊
Helpful and good to practise at home, thank you for your tips
You’re welcome!
Excellent exercises, Thank you!
You’re welcome!
Glad for this advice as I have quite painful knees when I have to flex them in certain ways
I hope these help!
Hi Dr. Ennis. I've had knee issues for a few years now (legacy of my competition squash days I think) so many thanks, I'll give these a try. But would these exercises also help sciatica? Thanks
You’re welcome! Typically (but not always)in sciatica, extension of the spine and trunk feels better than flexion. Glute strength can help but you just need to be cautious of spine position. Check out these videos too:
ruclips.net/video/Guz5XS0cOkk/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/7lntsHN0ezw/видео.html
@@drkristieennis Hi Dr Ennis. I'll certainly take a look at those videos. Oh, and btw great presentations on all your subject material, really helpful. Thanks
Mick Graham thank you so much!
Finally! I have both knees injured and PT told me not to do exercises that compress my knees. After I was released and home, I realized that eliminates anything kneeling (OUCH!!!), no bike, no stair stepper. But these I can do! Thank you for posting this.
You’re welcome! Glad you found exercises that work for you:)
Thank you, Dr. Kristie for another informative video. I have read that using a treadmill in an inclined position is also good for knee joints. Do you think this is correct?
You’re welcome! Using the treadmill on an incline does activate the glutes more so this can be helpful. I have seen this cause discomfort so I always tell my patients to use caution and put the inline back down if there is pain.
@@drkristieennis Thank you for your reply. It might be a coincidence, but since using it at a slight incline of three, there appears to be no pain in my lower back when I walk now. Not that I had severe pain, but there was more of a tired feeling there. But only time will tell :)
louTube920 you’re welcome! Certainly an incline will engage the glutes more so hopefully that’s what’s happening 😊
Excellent. Exactly what I need.
Thanks!
Excellent demo. I felt some months ago, and these exercises are the most welcome ones. Thanks a lot. Shoshana
You’re welcome 😊
You are welcome! I’m glad you like the exercises:)
Beautiful excercises. Helped me a lot
Some good recent content addressing key issues that are likely to give us all some bother as we get older. I had no intention of getting old but it kinda crept up on me & took a toll for all the years I played sport...ouch!
I know how much injuries can be frustrating, and surprising too! I still think I wouldn’t trade my athletic endeavors I even if it meant I would have no pain now:)
@@drkristieennis I agree wholeheartedly! Sport is character building & a great preparation for life. Some truly great moments shared on the field of play. I'll be following your advice to prep my knees for another season skiing in the Alps! Thank you!
Can I do this with a torn meniscus? I have been doing your exercises for a meniscus tear to avoid surgery . It feels great I have no pin. In bridge cant lift heels at all. I am 73 All others went well Guess I have stiff arthritis in ankles
I really like her I watched her yesterday and I thought this chick not only knows what she's talking about she does what she says. Thank you for doing the standing exercises
You are welcome! I’ve had a lot of pain over the years and I know how important being as strong and flexible as you can be is:)
My right leg hasn't straightened in five years, the X ray suggested uneven wear of the cartilage prevents it from straightening. The consultants suggesting that I wait until it's so bad that they replace the knee doesn't exactly fill full of glee, now I'm getting sciatic pain probably due my body attempting to compensate through walking in an unnatural way.
I have tried all these exercises and stretches but I guess there is only so much you can do when an injury has progressed like this, the one thing that really helps is cycling, I can knock out forty miles every consecutive day and feel no pain or discomfort . Because I can do this it put me off going for knee replacement, I don't feel lucky so I can imagine after the operation being worse off . They one thing someone told me to do was get a scan and see if Arthroscopy would be sufficient rather than a new knee but I'm not sure about the success rates.
It all went pair shape when I hit sixty two and my knee just went without any prior warning, one day it was straight and I could run seven minute miles for six miles and the next day it was bent and that ended my running forever. Even walking now has become a misery as it just aggravates my Glutes and my Biceps Femoris due to the way I have to walk all because of this knee. Anyway thanks to cycling plus the above program and all your other exercise this keeps me relatively fit but for how much longer is what concerns me?
I’m so sorry you are going through all this pain. It’s so frustrating when you’re trying to be healthy and active but it hurts!
I have had patients have some luck with both PRP and stem cell treatment.
Also, try these videos to see if they help at all:
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My knees are so bad now I’ve had to stop doing good exercises that helped tone my legs. I was once super fit and now I’m down to just walking & gentle moving exercises just to ease the arthritis and fatigue fibromyalgia bad knees off the latter and 22yrs of running. I’ve got abs pain off adhesions off hysterectomy operation in 2011. My exercises ground to nothing now 😢
I’m sorry to hear that:( see if these videos help at all:
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I can empathize. It's hard not to feel depressed. Definitely hard to reconcile. Not to be presumtuous as I don't really know your current situation but for me the thing that's great about exercise is that there's always something you can do. It may not be what you're used to and may need adjustments but I do find that there's always something I can manage to do. 🌹
Thank you very much Dr. Christiana . 👍🌹
You’re very welcome!
Once again!. Thank you!.
Nic & simple exercises. Thank you for sharing ❤
You're so welcome!
This is life saver...thanks so much
You are welcome!
A lot of these work the Hip abductors, which is the right areas to target for knee issues, finally someone who knows what they are talking about. thumbs up from me xx
Thank you! Hip abductors are so important for so many parts of our bodies:)
Does these exercises help for patella that's mistracking medially? I am still in my thirties but I can't even wear any leggings, tights, thermals, straight fit pants because it hurts a lot and I am so confused about what exercises I can perform or which ones are detrimental to my knees. I have this pain for 6 years now and I have tried yoga, physiotherapy and lots of exercises but nothing seems to be working.
I’m sorry to hear that:( these exercises are designed to work the hip muscles. Do you have a root cause as to why the patella is tracking incorrectly?
@@drkristieennis Thank you so much for replying. I don't exactly know as I didn't have any injury. But I had this habit of crossing my legs all the time and I also wore skinny jeans a lot. Maybe that contributed to the problem?
@@sroshanwar4100 it actually can! That can cause a sensitivity in the nerve. I’m guessing you have worked on strengthening the outside hip muscles? Have you also tried massage?
@@drkristieennis I did bridges, single leg bridges, side leg raises, squats, lunges on my physiotherapist recommendation in first part of.2021. It worked a little bit but then I got diagnosed with cancer and after treatment my knees are the worst. Before I saw this physiotherapist I excercised more vigorously, did yoga, did many streches and excercises I found online but that caused swelling and pain. My physio told me not to do anything with an inward movement like clamshells.
Nowadays I am doing bridges with ball, wall sit (only half), monster walk, step ups, side leg raises. I also do lunges and side lunges but can't do it completely as it cause pain afterwards. Are these excetcises addressing outside hip muscles? I used to do self massage before getting sick but not anymore.
@@sroshanwar4100 I’m so sorry to hear that:( some of those exercises are working on those muscles.
Is there a massage therapist or PT near you who works with oncology patients?
I really love your videos! They are helping me a lot. Saludos from Spain!
So glad the videos are helping 😊
You should tell us how many repetitions to do to start with etc.
She did, 10-20.
2 months prior to taking Levofloxacin, I was a vibrant active STRONG woman who could run jump, lunge, squat, lift heavy ect. Now I can barely sit down and stand up. Now I can barely add resistance to my spin bike . Now I have no choice than to do granny exercises and refrain all my energy and mindset that has always encouraged me to go beyond my limits.😓 Depression is an understatement. I am BEYOND depressed.
I’m so sorry:( could you possible still have an infection?
@@drkristieennis I never had an infection. Antibiotics were only for a post surgery precausion. I had 2 sinus cysts removed. Look up Levofloaxacin and fluroquinole antibiotics. Loosing tendons and ligaments are a side effect apparently.
luvfitall oh gosh! I’m sorry that drug did so much damage? Have you talked to a naturopath at all?
Fantastic, thank you 🙋🏻♀️
You’re welcome!
Dr. Thxs for wut u Doing, I need this. 👍💯🙂
You are welcome 🤗
Thanks Kristie helping people to strengthen knees through exercises.
You’re welcome! Strong knees are important:)
Cool lat looks great I will try it thank you very much
You are very welcome! Hope it works for you:)
Good knee workout. Thank you
You’re welcome!
Thank You going to try theses !!
You’re welcome! I hope you like them:)
Thank you for this. I've been playing basketball for almost 35 years and my knees aren't what they used to be.
You’re welcome! Knees definitely take abuse in basketball! Hope this video helps:)
Awesome video! Thanks so much!
You’re welcome!
Great info. Thanks.
You’re welcome!
Thank you ,it’s helpful.
You’re welcome!
The best thing you cando for your knees is to buy some arch supports. A lot of knee problems are because your arch starts falling in causing wear on joints.
That can certainly be true:) make sure to get this checked before putting anything in the sometimes. Sometimes people have high arches or a collapsing arch due to hip weakness.
Fantastic thanks!
You’re welcome!
Thank u so much for all the responds to my questions
U r such a sweetheart
God bless u 🙏
You are welcome and thank you 😊
You have a very likeable personality for an MD.
Good. Thanks.
Will do. Thank you.
You’re welcome 😊
I'm 61 and can't do floor exercises. So these are great for me.
Glad to hear these work for you:)
Thank you, thank you, thank you
You’re welcome!!
Thank you very much 😘
You’re very welcome 😊
OMG Thank you for sharing! I've already been doing some of these. Not even realizing they would be encouraged by a professional.❤🙏
Great video very simple. Thanks 🙏🏼
You’re welcome!
Dr.Kristie.Many thanks for the information on Knee Excerise.And after eating a healthy meal,I love to excerise and stretch my limbs.I lay flat on my Excerise mat and put my two feet over my shoulders on the other side of the floor. God bless everyone be safe and be well.
You’re welcome! It sounds like you have great flexibility:)
Thanks
Could you please show exercises on Lower abs and legs.... I truly truly appreciate your time and encouragement... especially exercises I follow definitely do them....could you please help me in exercises related to strong legs and core including knees....thank you so much 🥰
You’re welcome! Check out these videos:
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Great video
Thanks!
These are great! Thank you! Should these be done daily or what frequency?
You’re welcome! I usually have patients start out with every other day.
Hi there, I take it, it is the same for warming down after the excercises? Thanks 🙂
Not totally sure what you are asking? Would you mind elaborating?
I will try these exercises when I go for my 4 mile daily walk. So cool 😎! Thank you so much 😊
You’re welcome! Let me know how they go:)
Hi...Thank you for posting such a great video of exercises for the knee. Can you mention the names of muscles working in each work out?
Sure:) the hip swing side to side targets ab/adductors, the leg swing forward is hamstring loosening, the hip circles work most of the hip muscles and abdominal muscles, and the last exercises address glute medius and maximus.
Thank You For Sharing. 😁
You’re welcome:)