I can only say thanks so much for this. I did these exercises for 15 days over the course of a month and it pretty much cured my meniscus injury and my knee has not lot locked once since. Your style is understated with no ego (unlike so many other youtubers) and you are clearly very knowledgeable. The exercises are unique in many ways and very well thought out. You are my go-to for body conditioning now. Thanks again!
I had a huge bakers cyst extending into my calf. I have a torn meniscus. I’m 75 years old been athletic all my life. Dr called it degenerative. Slight arthritis. I’ve been suffering with this knee 4 months. The only way I can walk comfortably is to not bend my knee at all. I’m still using ice after all of this time. I am just without guidance and have no idea how to proceed except to get surgery. I’m going to try these exercises. My life is going down the tubes. As a cyclist I have a hard time understanding how my VMO could have disappeared
I’ve been following these exercises for a couple of months now for my torn meniscus and can confirm they are helpful. I’m not 100%, but my knee is feeling stronger. Thank you!
That's good to hear man, but please tell me, I beg you, how do you space it out? As in, towards the beginning did you do them every week, every two days ,etc, did you stick to that after let's say 3 weeks or changed it up, maybe to once a week as the weeks went on ,etc I just started with these exercises, and I noticed that reps and sets are given but never how long, your help will be greatly appreciated
@@rosssmith2745 all of that info is contained in the Knee Pain Solution program: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
You two are the best. I'm 69 and a former long distance runner, so many of my friends have had"A" surgery that has not been effective. I have had tremendous results over the years with my own at home PT thanks to you and other Utube PTs. Thank you. Dr.B your honesty is greatly appreciated.
I can't thank you enough! My knee has fully healed from doing these exercises. I was getting nowhere watching other RU-vid videos, and then your video popped up. This is a godsend. You saved me hundreds of dollars in physiotherapy! Thank you so much! 💓 💗
Thank you for this video. I am a 64 year old hockey player who suffered my first ever knee injury in Nov 2023. Torn meniscus and strained ACL/ MCL. Still rehabbing. Thankful for your videos.
I'm in pain watching this and is in tears listening to his explanation The information is very helpful and acknowledged the fact that surgery doesn't permanently solve the problem for everyone Wow I wish I could see this surgeon
Hi! Thanks so much for writing to us. Please consider doing the Knee Pain Solution program. It can help you to address the root cause of your issue once and for all: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt You shouldn't have to live in pain any more. Let us know if you have any more questions :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Excellent information and demos. I’m a 52 yo weightlifter and tore my medial meniscus while running. It’s been 7 months of improvement and re-aggravation rollercoaster. I can’t wait to try these exercises- they make so much sense.🙏🏼
This is not just one of the best videos on injuries that I've ever seen on RU-vid, it's one of the best videos ever period. I recommend to anyone dealing with this injury to not skip any part of it....this vid goes over many important topics that we might be dealing with. I will post how I am progressing in a few weeks here. I just tore my meniscus this past weekend.....hoping for a quick recovery. Aren't we all?
Wow. Nuff said. Your time and comment are appreciated. Thanks for the testimonial and validation. We are here for you if you ever need more advice or assistance :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
You guys are lifesavers!!!! I completely tore my acl and doctor said I didn’t need a replacement unless I wanted to get into lateral sports. Which I am active but my age I’m preferring to not have surgery to repairs acl!! This helped a ton
Great video! I have had pain at the medial posterior joint line in near full flexion of the knee. It was particularly noticeable when I would activate the hamstring at the beginning of a stroke on a row machine. And it was EXACTLY where Doc pointed out the fibrosis spot. I do not recall an acute injury BUT I am hyper mobile and my knee can sometimes slide out of joint and back doing “random” activities - like getting in and out of the car. Anyway - I have an ortho who thinks I have a torn meniscus. I am DEFINITELY going to be doing these exercises in addition to my PT. THANKS Doc and Coach! Disclosure - I am an MD.
@@maryjaneneels5536 Make sure to check out the Knee Pain Solution program for ideas on how to regain control over your movements: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt - Coach Joshua, Team PM
I did the exercises this morning and my pain has decreased like 70%. I don't have swelling or meniscus tear according to your test you provided in the video, but I have this pain in my right knee on and off for years. Especially after physical work or exercise. I went to doctors for many times, but none of my visits could help to relieve my pain. Who knew a RU-vid video could help me to fix my pain? Internet is surely an amazing thing. Sir, I want to thank you for this video. It helped me a lot and gave me joy of a painless knee. May god bless you. I will keep doing these exercises and update here.
Hi and thanks for stopping by. We really appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment. It's great that the exercises helped you and it's awesome to read about your discipline. Keep up the fantastic work. Keep us posted on your progress and let us know if you ever need more advice or assistanct :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
@@PrecisionMovementCoach Hi again Doc. I am now pain free now I thank you for that. But at what intervals I should do this exercises? I want to keep exercising to keep my knees strong. Also, I think doing everyday might be an overkill, so I wanted to ask and make sure.
Wish I‘d watched this before I had surgery. Only had occasional pain when hiking and only when going down steep slopes, but after retiring I wanted it treated so I could do more hiking. MRI showed degenerative damage and doctor immediately recommended surgery. Now two years later with constant pain and discomfort that has only occurred since the operation I‘m facing either a knee replacement or another investigatory operation. So upsetting.
Your story sounds just like mine except my knee locked from a loose piece of cartilage. I’m 5 months post op arthroscopic surgery and have done everything I have been told to do. The pain and immobility is horrible- so frustrating.
I wish I have seen this video before I decided to go for meniscus lateral tear advised by a Dr last year. Today my knee struggle to climb stairs on it's own without support from the other knee 😢😢..... looking forward to do these exercises hopefully my knee will be strong again on its own.
Better late than never! We are here to help. Make sure to check out the resources in the video description. Especially, the Knee Pain Solution program. Let us know if you have any more questions :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Thank you so much. I haven’t had an mri yet but the descriptions here do match my issue. I’m on my 8th day after knee stiffness and swelling so am looking forward to these exercises.
We are here for you! The Knee Pain Solution program was designed with people like you in mind. It's hard to say if you can avoid surgery from our vantage point. However, the program may help you to avoid it. If nothing else, it will better prepare you for a procedure and help you to recover faster afterwards. www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt Take a look and let us know if you have any more questions :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
You might also want investigate prolotherapy and especially PRP therapy. (Platelet Rich Plasma). Basically they use a numbing agent like lidocaine or similar, and mix it with sugar water, then inject into tendons/ ligaments. Your body lays down collagen in response to that irritation. And it makes it stronger. PRP is where they take some of your blood and spin the platelets out, and add them to the Prolotherapy solution. It’s like putting more construction material right to the site, because your knees do not have a very rich blood supply. Took one day off work to rest knee, instead of 6 weeks and an iffy surgery. Best of luck ❤️🌟
Im a month out of knee injury and have had no physical therapy- I visibly noticed atrophy above my knee and expressed concern to PT. Just beyond frustated. Thanks for sharing this
You are so welcome and thanks for reaching out to us. Please consider grabbing the Knee Pain Solution program. It can help you to assess and address the root cause of your issues: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt Check it out and let us know what you think :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Thank you ! The information and video have me at about 90% in 2 weeks...so much relief from pain .We went to a doctor to have it drained as my knee was swollen, got there 140..00 later i we dont drain without an x ray and then mri ..point was tell me that before i get out of bed...i needed help im 64 married 41 years ive been a mechanic for over 45 years.ive set too many lifts and all that goes with pushing cars, and leaning over a car....Sincerely a thanks from my wife and me..
You are so welcome and thanks for trying it out. We really appreciate you sharing your story and know that the exercises will help. Keep us posted on your progress :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Useful insights for people aging and risking easier such issues due to their tissues losing resilience. How to care and protect, be wise in one's movements.. Move well is then a priority.
I am back here again after twisting my right knee. Icing and antiinflamatory med help. But I need to strengthen my knee, leg, & hip in order to heal and maintain. And there is not another site as good as coach E's for such purposes. Thank you always. 😊
Thanks for coming back. Sounds like you need sometime comprehensive and progressive in order to stop it from happening again. Consider grabbing the Knee Pain Solution program. It can help you to assess and address the root cause of your issues once and for all: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt Check it out and let us know what you think :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
So grateful for this video....by far the very best I've found and I've been dealing with a Torn Meniscus with a cyst for years AND lol, a misshapen kneecap from having Blounts disease when little. My gut told me that surgery would be a waste because I would have the same weird pressure (from my weird kneecap) and it would just get shredded again and worse ...with less to work with. I need to simply learn how to work with my knee.... this sort of rehab is likely something I will have to add to my routine for long term. Thanks again!
Thanks for watching and keep us posted on your progress. This program can accelerate your return to full function: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt - Coach Joshua, Team PM
I’m glad to see the input from a surgeon, just as you stated, that posts reasons when surgery is not a good option. I had an mri showing a possible root tear in the meniscus but also showed a large parameniscal cyst. Although I have arthritis and some degeneration at 42, I suspect the tear is from an old injury. A surgeon proposed a scope to remove the cyst and very conservatively decide whether or not to stitch the tear. My episodes of pain happen sporadically a few times a year. What would your thoughts be on excising a meniscus cyst? Thank you for the great videos
Thanks for writing in and for following along. Consider grabbing the Knee Pain Solution program. It can help you to assess and address the root cause of your issues: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt Check it out and let us know what you think :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Thanks so much for taking the time to comment. We love the support of people like you. Let us know if you ever need more advice or assistance :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Thank you for explaining everything. I had surgery on a meniscus tear and now am dealing with the miniscus pain . Some cartilage was taken but want to prevent surgery. That will be almost 20 years I had the surgey. Will definitely try this. I had no knee exercises after the surgery
Thanks for following along! Keep us posted on your progress and consider doing the Knee Pain Solution program: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt - Coach Joshua, Team PM
I had a car accident and tore 3 ligaments mcl, acl and pcl with a manicus tear, over a year ago with surgery to repair the torn ligaments, still feel pain and my gait is awful now, I will begin these exercises,
Wow. That is incredible. We are so glad that you have made it this far. Thanks for checking out our content. Let us know if you ever need more advice or assistance :) - Coach, Joshua, Team PM
We are here for you! These exercises are okay but it sounds like you need something more comprehensive and progressive. The Knee Pain Solution program was designed with people like you in mind. It's hard to say if you can avoid surgery from our vantage point. However, the program may help you to avoid it. If nothing else, it will better prepare you for a procedure and help you to recover faster afterwards. www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt Take a look and let us know if you have any more questions :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
I have a torn meniscus and severe arthritis. The main issue is the gait change and limping since the torn meniscus injury. I will try the exercises. Its been 7 months so now consider having PRP and Stem cells
Yikes! These exercises are a good start. However, it sounds like you need more substantial guidance. The Knee Pain Solution program is the best place to start, and you can read about it in the video description. Let us know if you have any more questions :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
I have a grade 3 medial meniscus tear. It's only occasionally painful if I put weight on it usually when I bend down to pick something up. I run up to about 40km/week mostly on trails, which I feel helped greatly with getting rid of stiffness and locking the knee. Just very careful on descents not to slip and twist my knee. Sitting for long periods, especially if you tend to bend your knee under your chair or kneel on hard floors (as in laying floor tiles!), aggravates knee problems, so avoid doing this. Definitely going to try these exercises. Great video.
I too have a grade 2c meniscus injury and have been battling with it from 8 months onwards I want to squat and do the lounges as you did in this video I hope it soon will happen to us@nice 😔😔
@@CaffeineJogger yes my doctor said the running is fine. As I say my knee feels better for it. Some level of impact acts to help fluid and blood into the knee. Avoid kneeling or bending the knee backwards to excessive pressure on the joint. My main concern is twisting my knee when running that’s the most likely way I’ll cause more damage. Lots of runners have meniscus tears it shouldn’t stop you running as long as it’s not painful. Also if the knee is weak try taping the knee until it gets stronger. Lots of videos on how to do that. I found knee supports restricted blood flow to my knee.
After a slip and fall. Had a XRay no broken bones. Had MRI and these were the Impression: 1. Acute full thickness tear/avulsion of the proximal ACL 2. Grade 2 injury of the medial collateral ligament 3. Suspected grade 1 injury of the lateral collateral ligament 4. Suspected small radial tear of the posterior horn of the lateral meniscus 5. Prominent bone contusions in the proximal tibial epiphysis. No discrete fracture observed. 6. Small simple joint effusion. Question? Can my knee healed and become healthy with Non surgical procedures
Hi! This program can help: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt BUT...You will need to discuss role of surgery with your primary care physician to deal with the ACL tear. Depending upon your age, general health, and activities they may need surgery. KPS will help you to prepare for a procedure if you decide to have one. - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Thanks for the video. I've seen another physical therapist on youtube claim that focusing on the quads specifically can be negative for meniscus injuries, as working/building that area specifically can place more pressure on the meniscus generally, since the muscle attaches to the shin bone and pulls it up, squeezing at the knee joint. He instead places importance on exercising the glutes for support of the meniscus/knee joint. What are your thoughts on that?
We promote a more balanced approach rather than focusing on any one muscles group. Consider grabbing the Knee Pain Solution program. It can help you to assess and address the root cause of your issues: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt - Coach Joshua, Team PM
i figured out two variations on #2. First, if you "wag" your foot sharply to the left ten times; then "wag" it sharply to the right; the muscles involved in normal knee use and flexion are going to be activated. Second, with the leg fully extended, do ten small circles counterclockwise; followed by ten small circles clockwise. This also stimulates the muscles involved in normal knee use and flexion.
So cool! We love that you are exploring movement in this way and that you took the time to let us know. Keep up the fantastic work and thanks for stopping by :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Thank you so much. After 2 months of physio and specialists….i was told the reason the back of my knee and hamstring were so tight was due to fluid leaking from the meniscus tear. The stretches they were giving me for my knee were making the hamstring so tight that some days I could hardly walk and it was ten times worse than the original knee pain :( After trying your first exercise to loosen fibrosis…I was able to walk without a limp for the first time in over a month 👍 I find it fascinating that after ultrasounds and X-rays, they weren’t able to let me know that could be an underlying issue. Better late than never. Thank you 🙏
It’s very strange. While I’m doing the exercise and for a short while after I can straighten my leg and the pain subsides. But shortly after, the hamstring, and the semitendonosis tighten back up again and aggravate the meniscus tear. Are there other movements to loosen that fibrosis? It seems any movement I do to straighten my leg without applying that pressure, worsens the pain and tightness. Thanks
That is not uncommon. You likely need time and practice with these exercises to make the progress you want. Try the exercises 2 - 3 times weekly for at least 4 weeks and send a progress report. Talk to you soon :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
I've been going to PT for several weeks for a torn medial meniscus and it's been helping, but I had NO IDEA how much weaker the VMO on the injured leg is compared to the other one until I tried the extended knee ankle flex. I can't fire it at all on the injured side! Thanks for the video!
This channel is by far the best when you have an injury of any kind. You have a surgeon who isn’t gung ho about surgery and someone who studied biomechanics at the world leading University of Waterloo where the famous Stuart McGill is based. It’s all very science and evidence based.
I really found this video very informative and very professional..thank you! I have a quick question..I have had a swollen knee and pain for nine months now..any inghts as to why the swelling does not go away?
Thanks for watching! It's hard to say what the swelling could be due to from our vantage point. This program can help you to figure out more: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt - Coach Joshua, Team PM
I'm 45. My inner knee pain came on gradually over the last year. Never had swelling. No locking. Just pain after extending knee after having them bent for a while and when i push on the inner side of knee. Scans show little to no arthritis. Surgeon recommended meniscectomy. Now I'm thinking back to physio. Does my case indicate one way or another?
Hi and thanks for writing to us. These exericses are the best place to start. Also consider doing the Knee Pain Solution program. You can read about it in the video description. It's possible that you can avoid surgery. Let us know if you need more guidance :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
None of these meniscus videos mention and take into account people like me that had their meniscuses torn in vehicle crashes. I have a medial tear in in one knee and a lateral tear in the other knee. And so even though I’m older (64) it’s not due to degeneration due to age.
These exercises can help you to restore full function to your knee even if you have been in an accident. The Knee Pain Solution program can do an even better job: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt Check it out and let us know what you think :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
We hope that the procedure went well! Thanks for commenting and consider doing the Knee Pain Solution program as a part of your rehabilitation: www.precisionmovement.coach/hip-pain-solution-yt - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Start with these exercises. The resources in the video description are also useful. Especially the Knee Pain Solution program :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
I had spend time for a month place where I had to sit with cross legged. I knew I was starting to feeling pain on my knee but I pushed to play soccer for couple of times constantly running for hours and now I'm avoiding any kind of activity cause of pain on my knee. I hope this helps ❤❤❤
I had meniscus surgery several years ago in both knees and am still struggling. Is it too late for me to find relief with these movements? I am definitely going to try, but I am losing hope that anything will help. Grateful for the info!
It is not too late and we are so happy that you found us. Try out the exercises and let us know how they go. Talk to you soon :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
I am so sad, that I found this a week post op arthroscopy meniscectomy, I hate THIS RECOVERY is so painful. I will do these exercises for my right one to avoid any future SX
Hey! We are here for you now and that is okay. We'll help you to recover even though you found us when you did. These exercises are okay but the Knee Pain Solution program is better: It can help you to assess and address the root cause of your issues: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt Check it out and let us know what you think :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
After three weeks of suffering, I was told I have a torn meniscus and acl sprain. Also, that I'm bone on bone behind my knee cap and have a lot of arthritis and bone spurs in my knee. Just had my first prp. Still not really walking without a cane. Going to physical therapy, but if I do too much, knee will swell again. Very frustrating. This is week 6. I'm a teacher. Praying I will be able to go back to work in a few weeks. Wondering why I'm not walking like I used to by now?
Hi! We are here for you and can help you to take control of your movements. The Knee Pain Solution program is the best place for you to start: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt Check that out and let us know if you have any more questions :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Don't know if this is covered in another video but more importantly you should also cover which exercises one should avoid.. like leg extension, squat, leg curls, leg pushups, .. please add the don'ts as well
Avoid any exercise that causes pain or that you cannot modify in order to do it pain-free no matter how small the movement is :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Hi Dr. B and Eric, I want to thank you very much for all the great videos you share❤ I injured my right knee 2 yrs ago . I had reg Xray and an ultrasound which didn't show much (little arthritis). I did physio 10 weeks ... did help a little bit but aggrivated a popliteal cyst and a fluid cyst top of calf muscle (inner leg) . Cysts were caused from injury, I have tibial shifting and very unstable on descending stairs and uneven ground. My Ortho says the only way to get rid of the fluid (bakers cysts)is a knee replacement , which I do not want to have. I think I may have a torn meniscus (xray didnt show) Wondering how I can strengthen the tibia , fibula and release the fluid buildup and proper excercises in my case for knee strengthing, Thank You Dr. B. Deborah from New Brunswick, Canada
Thank you so much. I am going through the pain and I am so happy I found your video. Excellent explanation of symptoms and exercises to fix. . Is there any particular sleeping position which will help the cure or at least not worsen?: My left knee meniscus is the issue. Thank you.
You are so welcome and thanks for trying it out. There is no one perfect sleeping position that can affect your recovery. However, consider grabbing the Knee Pain Solution program. It can help you to assess and address the root cause of your issues: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt Check it out and let us know what you think :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
You are welcome and thanks for trying out the exercises. These exercises are a good start so do them 2 - 3 times per week for 4 weeks and get back to us with a progress report :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Extremely helpful content. I was told by my doctor a few years ago that the degenerative tear I have will also not be helped by surgery. I was told to do lots of PT. It really helped my pain which went away. Unfortunately playing tennis on hard courts brought it back recently. And I think that stopping the exercises that were helping my knee also brought back the pain. I need to do these exercises daily even when my pain goes away. I also recommend wall sits for strengthening the quads. Thanks again.
WOULD THIS REQUIRED SURGERY?WHEN CAN'T WALK OR FULLY EXTEND LEG WITHOUT PAIN???? MRI READS THE FOLLOWING: 1. Complete ACL tear. 2. Bucket-handle tear of the medial meniscus with centrally displaced meniscal flap fragmen
You are definitely a candidate for surgery. However, you should consider grabbing the Knee Pain Solution program. It can help you to prepare for your procedure, recover after, and will improve your outcome: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt Check it out and let us know what you think :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Thanks for this info. I got a knee injury while playing soccer. From the info i think i have a meniscus injury. Is it possible to recover and play again?
You are welcome. It is definitely possible for you to recover. The Knee Pain Solution program can help: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt Check it out and let us know what you think :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
@@PrecisionMovementCoach this is the first time I have ever heard of "kinesiology", thank you for letting me know there's a deeper study other than the physiotherapy on human body movement!
If i have pain when doing the prone knee flexion ERE, should i work through it or do the other exercises until I have built up my knee? Great video, thanks!
Glad that you like the video, and thanks for asking. Don't work through it if you can't make it pain-free. It's okay to work on the other exercises if they do not cause pain. Also, try making your movements smaller and slower. If that doesn't help, then the Knee Pain Solution program will. Read about it in the video description. We are here if you need more advice or assistance :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
Injured my knee 5 wks ago, Just had a MRI and was diagnosed w/a significant medial meniscus tear, a Baker's Cyst which is leaking, and a bone bruise. Very painful. I have no arthritis which surprised my DR. I cannot put my leg out flat as it hurts too much. I can only sleep on my side and when I roll over in the night, the pain wakes me up. I'm afraid a part will come loose and get into my knee and make me trip. The DR so far isn't sure about surgery. I just want the whole thing to be over with. The DR says my knee is swollen & has fluid and said my knee is a "MESS"
Wow! Thanks for writing to us. We are here to help. The Knee Pain Solution program can help you out. Read more about it here: www.precisionmovement.coach/knee-pain-solution-yt Check that out and let me know if you have any more questions :) - Coach Joshua, Team PM
@@jayantmishra6966 10 days ago I had a partial meniscectomy and loose body removable. I had catching & locking, have had 3 hrs. of intense shock like jolts in my knee in Aug. I did have PT, also, and a cortisone shot, but, no help to the pain. I wore a knee brace the whole time. The first 4 days after surgery I thought I had it made, not much pain. Was I wrong, it's got very painful & swollen. I am on pain meds, but, only at nights . I do attempt to keep exercising. In 4 days I get the stitches out. I think my Baker's cyst is back as I feel pain in back of my knee again. Overall my knee has been my LIFE of almost 7 mos. and I am sick of this nightmare injury!