Despite the doctor saying, It’s arthritis, go away, your help 18 months ago is still helping & I’ve gained strength & am doing nearly as much walking as I used to. And I built my exx program around your list of 100 exercises to do with knee pain. Great to have you back, Martin.
I took a long break from UA-cam to focus on a new project. I'm going to tell you more about this soon. But first, I'd love to hear how you keep motivated during tough times. In my experience this is super important.
I think it is the hardest part. And believe is really critical. My favorite story about this: I injured my knee and was in severe pain. Including mild swelling. I continued to play basketball. Because it was "my bad knee" so I was used to that in a way. And I worked so much on that knee that it was painful, but manageable. But it this time is was a bit worse than usual. So a teammate who is a doctor said it looks like a torn meniscus and I should get it checked. The pain got worse and worse and even walking was really really painful. I walked to the doctor and he performed a test and said: There is no sign for a torn meniscus, but we gonna take MRI images regardless. I was so relieved I started walking normally again and the pain was gone (!) more or less instantly. Just the believe that everything was fine relaxed me enough to start walking normally again and the pain was gone very quickly. Just imagine I would have gotten the MRI results the same day the doctor did the manual test. It would have reinforced my believes that the pain that came from my meniscus when in reality they were caused by an awkward gait.. The images then showed in fact a torn meniscus. First I decided not to do surgery because while waiting for the images I started playing again. And I decided not to do surgery, but then the pain slowly returned over months and changed and at some point I decided to see another doctor and another MRI revealed that the tear got bigger and in my case a surgery made sense. But it still shows the power of the believe system.
@@LennartDoering Amazing. Thank you for sharing. So much happens in the head and it's tough to find balance between listening to the body and blowing things out of proportion.
Haha. Not really. Reading doesn’t mean I was doing all the exercises:)) But it gave me some motivation when I needed it and of course knowledge about body mechanics. So thank you because what impressive is your content. Regards from 🇵🇱
I tried to work through my patellar tendinitis. I got PRP shots, did physical therapy and about a year and a half later… ruptured my patellar tendon. Complete tear. Worst knee injury ever
@@MartinKoban Yes. If you don’t get it surgically repaired, you can never you that leg again. You have zero quad activation if you rupture that tendon. I’m guessing you know that though
Amazing content mate! I have had knee pain for a year and a half, first it started just as patellar tendinitis and know i have pain in the medial part of the knee and above the knee, will exercises for patellar tendinitis help the whole pain areas? Because it seems like i have just patellar tendinitis and the pain spreads all around the knee, the pain started just from weight training like squats, leg extension, is it possible?
Thank you! It depends on the exact injury you're dealing with. In patellar tendonitis you will feel pain directly in the tendon and not vaguely around the joint. Check out the new video for a summary of knee pain types by location -> ua-cam.com/video/n1OE7yqrkQg/v-deo.html
It can isolate the quads more but I wouldn't call it better per se. It's just another tool in the box. In the end it depends on what you can setup where ever you train and how your body reacts to it. I'd argue that the wall sit is a bit friendlier if the tendon is very weak. Plus it's significantly easier to do. There are pros and cons to every exercise, as always.
Martin, have you looked into Neuroplastic pain? The principals and techniques in the book "The Way Out" by Alan Gordon were what finally ended my knee pain. The way that book explains the science of pain was eye-opening, and many of the ideas in this video are right in line with those in that book. I highly recommend it for anyone interested in structural pain conditions, but especially chronic cases. I had what was diagnosed as patellar tendinitis for 7 years. In total, I saw two orthopedic Drs and 3 PTs, in addition to doing your excellent course. Three years in, I finally got an MRI, which was clean, so knowing that was essential to my recovery from a mental standpoint. But chronic pain education and work, from that book and Dr. Howard Schubiner and others, is what finally did it for me. Been back to sports for a year and a half.
Thank you for sharing the recommendation. I haven't heard of it, but it sounds interesting. I can totally relate to what you wrote about the MRI being clean sort of giving you mental green light. Good to hear that you're back in the game :-)
Hello martin I have dealing with my jumpers knee maybe around one year,and i started rehab before one month. In my knee rehab i tried something new and not common which is the bee venom.I used the bee venom for my knee with some strengthening exercises and i see there is improvement, so i think you should make Research about that because I don't see any research for using bee venom for jumpers knee.I think you should look about that maybe will be a new and fast treatment for jumpers knee rehab or any injury.
I have several injuries that do not allow me to return to my normal physical activity. I am desperate to recover. I have seen several doctors but I do not see a solution. It is very frustrating that I cannot find a solution.
Sorry to hear that. In these situations it's very difficult to find the right way to start. I like to start with the biggest problem and untangle things from there, but of course, easier said than done.
If the diagnosis has been confirmed by a doctor and no other conditions are present, slow strengthening exercises such as isometric holds (wall sit) are a good place to start. Adjust the difficulty so your knee can handle it, then train every day or every other day.
Missed you martin. You are such resourcefull and genuine guy.
Thank you!
Despite the doctor saying, It’s arthritis, go away, your help 18 months ago is still helping & I’ve gained strength & am doing nearly as much walking as I used to. And I built my exx program around your list of 100 exercises to do with knee pain. Great to have you back, Martin.
That's great to hear Lucy 🙂
I took a long break from UA-cam to focus on a new project. I'm going to tell you more about this soon. But first, I'd love to hear how you keep motivated during tough times. In my experience this is super important.
I think it is the hardest part. And believe is really critical. My favorite story about this:
I injured my knee and was in severe pain. Including mild swelling. I continued to play basketball. Because it was "my bad knee" so I was used to that in a way. And I worked so much on that knee that it was painful, but manageable. But it this time is was a bit worse than usual. So a teammate who is a doctor said it looks like a torn meniscus and I should get it checked. The pain got worse and worse and even walking was really really painful. I walked to the doctor and he performed a test and said: There is no sign for a torn meniscus, but we gonna take MRI images regardless. I was so relieved I started walking normally again and the pain was gone (!) more or less instantly. Just the believe that everything was fine relaxed me enough to start walking normally again and the pain was gone very quickly. Just imagine I would have gotten the MRI results the same day the doctor did the manual test. It would have reinforced my believes that the pain that came from my meniscus when in reality they were caused by an awkward gait..
The images then showed in fact a torn meniscus. First I decided not to do surgery because while waiting for the images I started playing again. And I decided not to do surgery, but then the pain slowly returned over months and changed and at some point I decided to see another doctor and another MRI revealed that the tear got bigger and in my case a surgery made sense. But it still shows the power of the believe system.
@@LennartDoering Amazing. Thank you for sharing. So much happens in the head and it's tough to find balance between listening to the body and blowing things out of proportion.
Glad to see you're back to posting, Great video!
Nice to see you back. Been watching/reading your content since like 2002!
Impressive 🙂
Haha. Not really. Reading doesn’t mean I was doing all the exercises:)) But it gave me some motivation when I needed it and of course knowledge about body mechanics. So thank you because what impressive is your content. Regards from 🇵🇱
Great information and research based solutions. Wish I had known about these principles 30 years ago in college.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Exactly what I needed to hear today. Thanks for the encouragement, Martin!
Thank you Rachel!
Nuggets of truth that could apply to so many situations in life! Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure! Thank you for the kind words Louise.
I tried to work through my patellar tendinitis. I got PRP shots, did physical therapy and about a year and a half later… ruptured my patellar tendon. Complete tear. Worst knee injury ever
Sorry to hear that :-( - did you get it surgically repaired?
@@MartinKoban Yes. If you don’t get it surgically repaired, you can never you that leg again. You have zero quad activation if you rupture that tendon. I’m guessing you know that though
Great to see you back Martin! PRP has been amazing for my knees. Am I lucky or anybody else found PRP has helped them?
I hear about as many success stories about PRP as I do stories in which it didn't do anything. Guess you're one of the lucky ones :-)
Hello! I have bought your book "Beating patellar tendinopathy" and I have a few questions. Loved the book! Where could i get in touch with you?
You can post them here 🙂
Amazing content mate!
I have had knee pain for a year and a half, first it started just as patellar tendinitis and know i have pain in the medial part of the knee and above the knee, will exercises for patellar tendinitis help the whole pain areas?
Because it seems like i have just patellar tendinitis and the pain spreads all around the knee, the pain started just from weight training like squats, leg extension, is it possible?
Thank you!
It depends on the exact injury you're dealing with. In patellar tendonitis you will feel pain directly in the tendon and not vaguely around the joint. Check out the new video for a summary of knee pain types by location -> ua-cam.com/video/n1OE7yqrkQg/v-deo.html
Unfortunately i clicked on this video instantly, because I was thinking about my knee pain...
Thanks for these videos though!!
Hope you can find a way to get better soon.
Hey Martin. What do you think about the spanish squat for jumpers knee? I often hear that it is a bit better than wall sits
It can isolate the quads more but I wouldn't call it better per se. It's just another tool in the box. In the end it depends on what you can setup where ever you train and how your body reacts to it. I'd argue that the wall sit is a bit friendlier if the tendon is very weak. Plus it's significantly easier to do. There are pros and cons to every exercise, as always.
Your videos help me alot,
Happy to hear that.
Martin, have you looked into Neuroplastic pain? The principals and techniques in the book "The Way Out" by Alan Gordon were what finally ended my knee pain. The way that book explains the science of pain was eye-opening, and many of the ideas in this video are right in line with those in that book. I highly recommend it for anyone interested in structural pain conditions, but especially chronic cases.
I had what was diagnosed as patellar tendinitis for 7 years. In total, I saw two orthopedic Drs and 3 PTs, in addition to doing your excellent course. Three years in, I finally got an MRI, which was clean, so knowing that was essential to my recovery from a mental standpoint. But chronic pain education and work, from that book and Dr. Howard Schubiner and others, is what finally did it for me. Been back to sports for a year and a half.
Thank you for sharing the recommendation. I haven't heard of it, but it sounds interesting. I can totally relate to what you wrote about the MRI being clean sort of giving you mental green light. Good to hear that you're back in the game :-)
Bookmarked the book for the next time I order books.
@@MartinKoban *Neuroplastic Pain (misspelled in my original comment)
Yes exactly. Like you say in this video, belief is important!
Hello martin
I have dealing with my jumpers knee maybe around one year,and i started rehab before one month. In my knee rehab i tried something new and not common which is the bee venom.I used the bee venom for my knee with some strengthening exercises and i see there is improvement, so i think you should make Research about that because I don't see any research for using bee venom for jumpers knee.I think you should look about that maybe will be a new and fast treatment for jumpers knee rehab or any injury.
Do you inject it into the skin or into the tendon?
@@MartinKoban Making the bee sting my knee
I have several injuries that do not allow me to return to my normal physical activity. I am desperate to recover. I have seen several doctors but I do not see a solution. It is very frustrating that I cannot find a solution.
Sorry to hear that. In these situations it's very difficult to find the right way to start. I like to start with the biggest problem and untangle things from there, but of course, easier said than done.
I love how you quoted Qui-Gon Jinn 😂
I have jumpers knee on both knees for more then 4,5 years. I seriously don't even know what to do anymore
If the diagnosis has been confirmed by a doctor and no other conditions are present, slow strengthening exercises such as isometric holds (wall sit) are a good place to start. Adjust the difficulty so your knee can handle it, then train every day or every other day.
@@MartinKoban yes, did that already. But thank you for this.