Best Exercises to Relieve Knee Arthritis Pain
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- Опубліковано 20 тра 2024
- This video will review the best exercises for knee pain due to arthritis. Exercise therapy is extremely important for those who suffer from knee arthritis. It can improve long term outcomes and decrease the risk for knee replacement surgery.
Heel calf stretch - 30 seconds, increase to 60 seconds
Standing quadricep stretch - 30 seconds, increase to 60 seconds
Standing hamstring stretch - 30 seconds, increase to 60 seconds
Half squats - 3 sets of 10, hold at bottom for 2-3 seconds
Hamstring curls - 3 sets of 10, hold for 2-3 seconds
Calf raises - 3 sets of 10
Seated leg extensions - 3 sets of 10, hold for 2-3 seconds
Lying straight leg raise - 3 sets of 10, hold for 2-3 seconds
Prone straight leg raise - 3 sets of 10, hold for 2-3 seconds
Side lying hip abduction - 3 sets of 10, hold for 2-3 seconds
Side lying hip adduction - 3 sets of 10, hold for 2-3 seconds
► TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
0:36 Exercise therapy
1:12 Calf stretch
2:20 Quadriceps stretch
3:33 Hamstring stretch
4:15 Half squats
5:32 Hamstring curls
6:13 Calf raises
6:53 Seated leg raises
7:37 Lying straight leg raises
8:11 Prone straight leg raises
8:43 Outward hip raise
9:17 Inward hip raise
9:47 Conclusion
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I love this set of exercises. Your explanation and demos make perfect sense. I keep a paper copy of the graphics and use it all the time. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Please do another video but a follow along knee warm up to a workout. Slow version please consider aged 58+ years old. Thank you for your assistance.
Will consider making this in the future, thanks for the feedback!
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@@JeffreyPengMD please a follow along video for these wonderful exercises would be appreciated especially for us seniors. Thank you.
Hi, Dr. Peng I just wanted to say thank you so much for the exercise that you are doing. It really had helped me I really appreciate it. I’m getting better.
Dr Peng: Thank you. I have arthritic knees, and have RA. To alleviate pain, I take pain medications from time to time. I can do these exercises without pain and within my endurance limits. I believe it is improving my conditions. I will also follow your video on lower back pain exercises. Thanks again.
Thankyou ❤ You are the best informer to help our guys sitting home. You need to take care of yourselves and make an effort, hard work to feel better. 🇸🇪
Literally I can't thank you enough, you're a gift from god thanks doc ❤
Thank you.
Thank you for this excellent presentation.
Fantastic, thank you 🙏
Dr Peng you are the best.Your excersices gives me better feeling on my knees.Thank you somuch ❤
Dr Peng , thank you so much for your knee workout video ! I suffer knee arthritis on both knees. I shall implement this to the letter ! Thanks for all your videos that are very interesting and very informative. Greetings from Switzerland🇨🇭
This man is the real thing !
Thank you. It's the first time I have been watching your videos.Its very helpful. I will start working.
Thank you so much Doc for this exercises❤ it helped a lot, specially im working in a caregiving sector.
Dr. Peng thank you so much for this video. I have knee arthritis and to do squats really hurts, but I think with practice it will help.
Thank you. Your matrix of treatment risk was very informative and demonstrating the exercises adds to my confidence that my recently discovered arthritis will be quite manageable. Much better info than my own doctor
Thanks for commenting!
THANK YOU. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THESE LIFE SAVING EXERCIES. HAVE BEEN SO BENEFICIAL WITH MY ARTHRITIS IN BOTH MY KNEES. GOD BLESS YOU DR.
You are so welcome! Thanks for commenting
Great info on exercise, thanks....
Your cloth color is too dark that it blends with the background, therefore is not easy to distinguish your leg’s movements
Thanks so much for this too, Dr. Peng. 💪
You're welcome!
Thk u useful video
These are great exercisesxand very well explained. Im a ballroom dancing teacher in my late 70s . Ive had àrthritis in one of my knees for more than a decade. A seriously damaged anterior meniscus and also cartilage damage. Every specialist ive been to has emphasised the paramount importance of keeping leg muscles strong, and i do this regularly at home, with gym work and also with my dancing. Dancing well requires the use of most of the leg muscles and also builds good balance and fluid controlled movement. ( but you have to work at it! You cant buy it in a supermarket)
The only exercise ive been advised to avoid is the quad stretch with the ankle pulled close to the buttocks. For me thats a definite no-no, but that may be just specific to my detailed problem. Ive had cortisone unjection into the knee before dance competitions. They do exactly what it says on the tin. But of course, it wont repair anything and can encourage movemenrs which ultimately cause more damage.
As part of my management i use anti- inflammatory gel 2% voltarol works best for me . Turmeric is good for overall systemic inflammation. Dont forget take it with some fat and a pinch of ground black pepper.
Short, sweet and helpful .thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you Dr. Jeff👌🇰🇪
Welcome!
Hello Dr.Peng…glad to have found these exercises (really can’t believe I want to find exercises! 😮). I have bone on bone on my left knee and am seriously considering knee replacement. The pain around the knee cap, the sharp jabs down the leg, the stiffness that prevents me from doing the stairs are all the stories you have heard.
I think I can do all of the exercises besides the bent knee on the floor and the prone one facing down on floor. Unfortunately, I have lumbar stenosis and I think that one will not be on my list.
I did 3 cortisone shots on my left and 2 on my right last year. In addition, I had the gel injections in December. It made my left knee worse.
Will watch your PRP video. Thank you!
Thanks for commenting!
Thanks for the info Doc God bless
Very welcome!
Thanks jeffrey watching here in the phillippines .i have knee jointpains and some of my exercises which im already doing is really effective and aside from it Im having my brisk walking everday for one week now .I felt reliefmalsomin walking
Keep it up!
Hello, Dr. Peng
As the others I very like this video! It brought me more understanding about the different muscles location and how to activate or stretch them!
My question is why are the stretching exercises given first? Shouldn't we first activate the muscle and the stretch them?
I think many people will confuse and make the stretches before the exercise..
Of course thank you for the great info!
extremely helpful….. not at all too fast …. if it were any slower i would have turned to another video. I found the breakdown of various treatments for knee pain,their short and long term effectiveness, expertly detailed and in a nutshell presentation for lay people to understand. 😊 🙏
Awesome! Thanks for commenting
Me, too dr Peng, thank you so much for this video❤
You're welcome!
Thank you so much doctor Peng I start to feel better with your exercises.
Wonderful!
Where did you find his knee exercises please?
Excellent explanation of the various treatments and their efficacy.
I’m 75 and had to stop running at 50 due to severe osteoarthritis.
I now cycle and/or go to the gym about 5 days a week.
I’ve run the gamut of treatments over the years:
PRP: Once a month for 3 months. No apparent effect.
Nerve ablation: Once - No apparent effect.
Steroid injections: 3 shots per knee every 3 months for several years. This appeared to have some benefit but not a dramatic improvement.
Finally, last year, I had one knee replaced and I wish I had done it sooner. I was back to work (desk job) and climbing stairs in 4 weeks.
I hope to get the other knee replaced as soon as I can get scheduled.
I’m using Tylenol and topical NSAIDs in the meantime.
I was not offered the viscoelastic injections but I would have liked to try them.
I do appreciate the summary of recommendations on the various treatment options as I’ve tried to minimize the use of oral NSAIDs and also try to cut down on the use of Tylenol in favor of Turmeric and topical CBD.
Thanks again for the informative and concise summary of available options.
Thanks for sharing your experiences and for commenting!
Thank you so much 💓
You're welcome!
Dr Peng thank you for these exercises, I do believe in exercise for healing. My knees are very painful at the back. Do you have some advice, please?
Thank you so much
You're most welcome
I found your exercises very useful. Thank you
Glad you like them!
Thank you for your patience persistent teaching,are there some certain foods we cannot eat?
Thanks 4 ur exercise theraphy
You're welcome!
Thank you Doctor❤
My pleasure!
This guy knows his stuff very useful exercises
Thanks!
Thank you so much this was very helpful for my both knees..
Glad it was helpful!
Liked the illustrations and explainations.
Great, thanks!
I like your explanation and videos. Could you please add some exercises for knee arthritis that could be done in the swimming pool. I don’t know swimming but do some simple exercises in the pool. Your expertise will help me in doing the right exercises. Thank you in advance
I recently subscribed. Im so glad to have found your channel. Diagnosed last July of degenerative OA of L knee but my R is also in pain. More videos please.All the best!🎉🥂❤
Thanks!
Thanks doc I will take your advice and get it done
Best of luck!
Thank you Sinseh😊
You're welcome!
Thank you
You're welcome!
Love this vid, thanks mate 👊😎
Glad you enjoyed it!
Dr. Feng thank you for video advice. I double knee RA and stretch exercises reduced the pain in my knees.
Excellent!
I am so glad I found you. I started doing the shoulders, neck and now legs and knees. Great videos. I put it on stop, to complete the exercises. I am having all kinds of issues. I think from having work that keeps me sitting all day. Even though I swim regularly and walk. I will start this regimen. Thanks again.
You're welcome! Thanks for commenting
It's so nice that I watch you will do it every morning thank you ng God bls us all
Thanks for the good content; with a few modifications most could do these. Most people with arthritis wouldn't be able to stretch the quads like that. They'd have to usea strap, or soften the standing leg to allow more room for the other leg (and keep hips forward). Most likely they'd have to place the lower leg on the seat of the chair and then stop forward slightly to stretch the quad. I'm surprised you didn't offer these versions. The advanced level, they'd need a cushion under the knee to protect it.
Thanks. These are meant to be used as a guide. Modify and slow down as needed. Thanks for commenting
I just found your video my question is should i do the stretches with my both sides ?
From East Africa Tanzania tank you
You're welcome!
Hey there thanks, I will be trying these legs exercises! 👍☺️
Hope you enjoy!
I noticed that knee pain exercises and hip pain are the same can i just any other the two exercises or stretches?Thank you doc ,i just found your channel but i find them too much i don’t have much time to do all those ,.thanks!
Very Informative. Thank you!
Please show exercise for neck and shoulder arthritis
You're welcome! I'll think about doing those too
Very helpful 👍
Thanks!
Hi Sir , there's lots of controversies going around with Stretching should we do them or not and which should go first Stretching exercises or strengthening??
Thanks for very helpful videos. I have knee discomfort (X-rays show no O-A issues as per my orthopedic doctor. I was doing some of these. Assume they are also recommended for non-OA patients
Absolutely!
Unable to do anything w/ deep knee bends. I have tears in meniscus on both knees and grade 2 osteoarthritis. How do you determine the injection target for this? Most pain is behind the knees and a bit on the inside of one knee.
thanks for the information, Dr Peng. What about the individual who has been diagnosed with bone on bone knee arthritis but have no to very little pain. I do full squats, climb 2 stairs at a time, run downstairs, do quad curls with 60 lbs, goblet squats with 30 lbs, walking lunges 40 lbs, walk backwards upstairs, ski, jumping jacks, burpees, work on the acreage around my home and refuse to sit more than 1/2 hr. I am 72, take NO pain meds, injections or otherwise. The only activity I cannot do that I did in the past is distance running which is ok because I now focus on strength. I want to take it further with Smith Machine squats, have some concerns with injuries. Please advise Dr Peng, no one takes me seriously.
This is a perfect example that we treat PEOPLE, not images. Symptoms do not correlate with radiographic findings. I tell my patients that they can do whatever they enjoy doing and brings them happiness in life (as long as they are not limited by pain).
I turned 28 last month and I also got diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis. I also have pain in my elbows
Love that
Thx!
I'm going to start.this tomorrow
Good luck!
Very nice 😊. It’s really working ❤
Glad to hear that!
Thank you so much and I'm going to subscribe to your channel.
Awesome, thank you!
The quadriceps-stretch creates some considerable amount of joint-pressure. Why is that okay, while the half-squats seem to be designed to avoid creating too much joint-pressure ?
A great video! How about walking? The more the better or controlled and limited? Please answer.
Walking is great for arthritis. You may find this helpful: ua-cam.com/video/m1hqe5DBEqM/v-deo.html
Hello! Are these exercises good for osteoarthritis of the knee? Im 33 years and have osteoarthritis since a year now.
Enjoy the variety of stretches and feel the difference however it would be nice if you were doing them with us on video
Will keep that in mind
Thank you Dr.Peng. I have been watching all your videos and i'm grateful for your great infos. When I watched your PRP video decided to have PRP done because I have osteoarthritis. I'm 76 years old very active woman - better shape than 40 year old; I would like to ask you by having PRP done then it's going to be ok for a year, by delaying the knee replacement I'll be older and would be difficult to have a surgery? What do you suggest ? I'm even thinking of Stem cell and what is your thoughts? Appreciate letting me know what you think. Also do you know someone in Denver Co? Thank you,
This is something that needs to be individualized and best discussed with your health care provider. The sports medicine docs over at University of Colorado Denver are great!
Hi. I was just diagnosed and stem cell therapy was recommended. It’s out of pocket expense and I’m researching effects and people who have had it.
Good one
Thanks!
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To keep being able to raise up to a stance from ankles us a preschool size chair to raise from good and strengthening.
Thanks for commenting
Can.i do this Exercise using my walker ?
Hi.what about hips
Should you do a half squat with a painful medial meniscus tear. I’m 65 years old and deconditioned. Thank you.
Half squats are great exercises for quad strengthening if you have meniscus tears or arthritis. Talk with your physical therapist if you're having pain doing specific exercises.
Should you do the stretches first? Science says to stretch after your workout is better. Also, can I ride a stationary bike to warm up first? Thank you.
While these seem really simple (easy), I have such stiffness in left knee (bone-on-bone) that I cannot do quad stretch without getting muscle spasm. Also cannot get it high enough to hold. Finally, lying on stomach (at this point) is almost impossible. Can you address how those with really stiff, sore hip and back muscles can adjust (eliminate?) these exercises. I still do what I can but have a loooo-ng way to go.
Best to discuss with your health care provider or physical therapist! Good luck
What is your thinking on knee braces for osteoarthritis? I have a very high tech one but prefer the elastic one you can buy in CVS in NY. My knee feels better in it. I don’t sleep in it. I did prp which is starting to kick in, work w a trainer 4 times a week, do pt at hospital for special surgery in NY, etc. if you think knee braces are good? Any recommendation?
Knee braces are tricky and really needs to be individualized. Works well for some people, not so much for others. Please ask your healthcare provider for individualized advice.
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Any downside to using one if you think it works?
Thank you for providing all these exercises to strengthen the muscles around the knees area. . Now what I need is be persistent if I want to get the desired results
Excellent video. My doctor recommended I strengthen my knees, glutes etc and also
My back so this was really useful . Many thanks. Anything for seniors? Strengthening and flexibility
Hi Dr Peng, I’m currently 12 weeks post TKR and doing well, unfortunately my other knee with a lesser degree of OA has started to flair up again with severe inner side pain with any movement, I’m keen to avoid another replacement 😳 are these exercises ok/beneficial for both knees? Many thanks, subscribed. 🥰🏴🇬🇧
Yup
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another therapist here on youtube is suggesting to only focus on your glute muscles. Please suggest which muscle we should focus? calves, upper thigh, lower thigh or glute? There are just too many excercises and many people having busy scheudle, like me , just cant even do any of them
Quadriceps. If you had to pick one, that's what the research shows is most likely to predict outcomes. I explain why towards the end of this video:
ua-cam.com/video/inuf3AsTu1Q/v-deo.html
Honestly, I have just about giving up on living. Especially after reading about arthritis and the fact that there's no cure. I'm so happy for the folks who live in advanced countries where they at least have some options for getting through another day with less pain, even if not a cure
Please reach out to your docs!
Are these exercises good for bakers cyst in the knee? I’m in agony!
Nice
Thanks!
What is the one exercise that you believe helps people the most who have OA. Don’t say squats or lunges bc they hurt my knees so much. Thx
Any exercise that you can do to help strengthen the quadriceps muscle.
@@JeffreyPengMD good to know.
Could doing those exercises n the water work too?
I would recommend searching for water based exercises instead
Pain free on the entire program except for the final stretch. Pain on the in the outside of my upper arm. I also get that pain raising my arm out to the front but only when I get to the top or throwing. My chiropractor seems to be no help
Good luck!
My f8rst time watching you
First time watching
Do the knee arthritis exercises stop further growth i.e from stage lll ti stage lV ?
Quite possibly! You may find this helpful:
ua-cam.com/video/m1hqe5DBEqM/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/f49OKQum87w/v-deo.html
how if i cant reach hold of my ankle in the quadricep stretch.?Pls advise TQ
You can use a towel or stretching band to help you
So.e therapists say in this situation strengthening Quads and Hamstrings are the worst kind of exercises. What is your opinion please.
Depends on your individual situation. For those with osteoarthritis and degenerative meniscus tears, quads and hamstrings are the MOST important exercise. How you do them matters, typically starting with isometric contractions such as wall sits and then advancing
Hello
Do all who have kneel OA normaly have joint muscles problem?
Just from your personal experience
Hello Dr.Peng.I have been suffering from Osteoarthritis for my left leg.My prp is done in October 2022.I haven't done exercises.Now I have severe pain in my left hip joint.Can I start these exercises?Im 39years old female from India.My doctor suggested to watch ur channel.plz suggest .
Best to discuss with your health care provider. In general, I have my patients start an exercise program near the end of week 2 / start of week 3 post injection.
Make some vdo for ligament injury
Will consider doing that in the future!
Make a ginger poultice to use in the knee or any area of inflammation. Leave it on overnight remove the next morning and repeat again at night until the heat stops and area feels better. It works for any joint pain. And of course do the exercise’s mentioned above.
How do you make a ginger poultice?
hi,i have the worse pain in my knees,mostly my right side,i know its my weight gain,i use to be active until my knees started hurting and found out i had arthuritis in my knees,so when i went to therapy,she had me try to put my leg up behind me like inb your second move for upper front muscles,well i got the hardest most painful cramp and screamed out so loud,i stopped going because i was humiliated.how can i stretch my upper front muscles so that i can do this exercise? thank you
Best to talk with your health care team
Waw great
Nice!
Third exercise seems impossible. 😔
What to do when you are in so much pain doing it especially on the knees