Question 1

which muscles should i strengthen to treat hyperextended knee?

Accepted Answer

Exercise and PT: Get a physical therapy evaluation. He muscles that support you knee would be the anterior quadriceps and hamstrings. Get a pt evaluation.

Question 2

hyperextended knee. no pain, just muscles on top of knee feel"thick". been doing knee strengthening and feels a little better. concern?

Accepted Answer

No: Most likely just strained or stretched the anterior cruciate ligament.  Quadricep strengthening exercises, ice, and sometimes a pull-on knee brace with patellar opening or a patellar strap can be helpful.

Question 3

can knee-strengthening exercises damage growth plates?

Accepted Answer

: No. The typical quadricep or hamstring toning exercises do not interfere with growth or growth plates. Poorly monitored use of weightlifting equipment to maximize lifts can cause subtile injury to growth plates.

Question 4

what knee strengthening exercises do you recommend besides machine ones?

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There are many: There are many others. Lunges, ankle weight quad strengthening, squats, cutting exercises for better side to side agility to mention a few. If you have a knee injury, talk with a doctor familiar with rehabilitation to determine what is safe for you.

Question 5

i've had patella maltracking in the  past and have it again...where can i find knee strengthening exercises specifically for this...cant afford pt?

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Patellofemoral exerc: This is a nice guide with pictures that i printed off for a friend in the past:  http://www.Permanente.Net/homepage/kaiser/pdf/6946.Pdf  ..... Patella maltracking causes patellofemoral syndrome, so exercises for patellofemoral syndrome would be helpful for patella maltracking (for your internet searching leisure).

Question 6

will patella/knee-strengthening exercises prevent my meniscus from tearing?

Accepted Answer

: Can it completely prevent the possibility of a meniscal tear? No. However, having strong supporting musculature around your knee is protective for any kind of me injury, so within reason, strengthening exercises of your legs are reasonable if you are prone to meniscal tears. Good luck.

Question 7

can i use my exercise bike everyday to treat my moderate knee osteoarthritis? what about daily leg strengthening exercises? how much is too much?

Accepted Answer

Weight loss: Bicycling is a good form of exercise for those with knee oa.  It is also important to strengthen the quadriceps.  However, weight loss is the only way to slow progression of knee oa.  Weight loss also helps reduce pain.  Losing 1lb of total body weight translates to 4-5 lbs off the knees.

Question 8

knee osteoarthritis. advisable to add ankle weights when doing strengthening exercises like straight leg raise?

Accepted Answer

Light weights: Wouldn't be bad, but use light weights - only a couple of pounds on each ankle.  And use well controlled slow movements - don't jerk the weights up quickly as you'll potentially hurt your knees.

Question 9

last year in july after having xrays of both knees that showed bone on bone,i had the first cortisone shot in my left knee and the third shot in my right knee.orthopedic surgeon  recommends both knees be replaced asap.since i have much unfinished work to do before risking the possibility of a longer than usual recovery.i am doing strengthening exercises and ride bicycle,just rode thirty miles.what else can i do

my knees, especially my right knee, have been getting worse over the last 15 years?

Accepted Answer

Severe knee arthrit : Strengthening the supporting muscles is very important along with getting down to your best weight possible. Certainly a BMI below 30 and maybe more like 25. When to exercise swimming, biking. Very low impact exercise. Glucosamine can be used but with severe arthritis it may be minimal. Gel injections can help some before replacement.

Question 10

how do you heal up a hyperextended knee?

Accepted Answer

R.I.C.E.: Rest, icing, compression and elevation are the simple first steps to help heal your knee.  If still having trouble after a few weeks of this, you will need to see an orthopedist to determine of any serious damage has been done.  Try the simple things first.  Add in some light strengthening and cardio if all is well on your road to recovery.

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Hyperextended knee. no pain, just muscles on top of knee feel"thick". been doing knee strengthening and feels a little better. concern?

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Can knee-strengthening exercises damage growth plates?

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What knee strengthening exercises do you recommend besides machine ones?

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I've had patella maltracking in the past and have it again...where can i find knee strengthening exercises specifically for this...cant afford pt?

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Will patella/knee-strengthening exercises prevent my meniscus from tearing?

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Can i use my exercise bike everyday to treat my moderate knee osteoarthritis? what about daily leg strengthening exercises? how much is too much?

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