😬 I have been doing this glute exercises and it made such a difference with my knee pain. Glute strength can be done Walking sitting lying on my bed Thank you for the best advice!! 🇨🇦
A 38 year old RN who worked as an orthopedic nurse for 14 years, I thought I understood how our joints work until I listened to your videos. A year ago, I started to have severe pain on both of my knees out of no where. One of my orthopedics surgeon friend did an x-ray and told me that I need to exercise, see physiotherapist, gave me a prescription for pain, a knee brace and told me if I still have pain in 3 months, he would inject my knees, if that doesn't help, he said he would look into total knee replacements. I left his office depressed. I then started researching other possibilities and I stumbled to this page....as I am squeezing my glute muscles I would like to express my gratitude. Thank you sir.
I’m 84 and I’ve followed your teaching about how to walk using the glutes , spreading the legs a bit, turning the toes out a little & heel down first-and I’m walking better and pain free than I’ve ever done! After my second hip replacement, on my first walk down the hospital corridor the Physio said “ wow have you ever got a great walk!” I told her who taught me. I live in the U.K. - not near El Paso! Thank you very much!! ( I have used a cane but now I don’t need it anymore)
Same thing with me. I cancelled my knee operation though I was told I have no meniscus on one knee and hardly any in the other. My surgeon said he wouldnt even do one on me now! I was on crutches 5 years ago now do Tai Chi. Salsa ,zumba, swimming and walk ing every week with no pain.Just by doing the right exercises. The only thing I cant do is go down stairs but I'm working on it.
Really? In India and China, I have noticed village women walk like this and I used to wonder how they had evolved to this slightly peculiar gait. Now, I am wondering how they instinctively know this correct way! 😲
I love this man. I had pain in both knees and listened to some of his videos where he talked about the glute exercises being very important for knee pain. He explains it so well so i did the exercises and within days I was pain free. I still do them for maintenance and they always help if there is a twinge. He is so generous to share this knowledge freely
Yeah i used to get mad at my Do cyor when he used to tell me if i lose weight it would me tremendously. Well, even losing 10 lbs it has made a world of difference. I can walk and crouch now. I had to apologize because i though i knew better and because TH-cam videos were telling me otherwise.
This guy is the best.... I've been listening to his knee arthritis videos and glute exercises.... now he's saying....the toe muscles connected to the arch muscles....etc.etc....all the way to your neck muscles
Thank you! For the last 3 months I’ve been able to barely walk because of how painful and swollen my knees are. I also have flat feet. Within a week of focusing on glutes and feet I’m mostly pain free and swelling is much better. I still have a ways to go but now I have hope.
Well done I hope to do the same . I wish I had have found David years ago . I’m been doing the wrong exercises Thanks to this clever young man, I’m now on the right track.
After having had one knee replaced I will move heaven and earth to avoid having the other one done. All of David’s advice is the opposite of what I’ve been given so far and so I think it is definitely worth following - makes so much sense.
I'm so grateful I found you! I'm a walking example of what you described in Rule 6 - re foot muscles. I have very flat feet and developed a neuroma between my 3rd and 4th toes on the left in my early 30s. As a result my focus on walking, for years, was to do whatever it took to avoid pain there. That imbalance led to knee arthritis in that left knee. My limping secondary to the left knee pain led to severe arthritis in my R hip. It's all connected! And it's all about the glutes! LOL I have a completely new focus in life! I love my PT guy (I did end up having a hip replacement in June), but he's totally focused on quad strengthening when we're addressing my left knee pain. I think I'm going to end my therapeutic relationship with him. I now have my own personal PT expert right here! 🙂 (And yes, I have purchased your knee program). I don't know if you'll ever realize how many lives you've positively impacted, but we are all grateful!
I’ve seen major changes in my pain level by just changing the way I walk (activating my gluts). It’s amazing. I was told I’d have to do both my knees but they won’t do the surgery until I loose weight. I started working out with a trainer 6 months ago and have done major quad exercises. Initially I was feeling great but increasingly, the knee pain has come back. I started just focusing on my walks and have felt no pain (from having pain for years). I told my trainer-no more quad exercises-only gluts and upper body from now on. Thanks for all the great and important information- it’s been a game changer for me.
I totally agree with you, no quad or hamstrings for me, and I have NO KNEE PAIN, after being on Lacinopril(a narcotic), which I only took one, and threw the rest out!!! Keep up the good work.
The same holds true for hip arthritis! I have both hip and knee arthritis, caused by heavy (mis)use during sports. Was considering surgery for both and then I heard Dr David talk about the muscle imbalance: Revelation! I realised how much stronger my quads were, compared to my glutes...and by rebalancing the whole system (glute strengthening exercices, quads stretching and deep tissue massage), not only did I avoid surgery but l'm back to practicing sports, mindfully this time! 😊 Gratitude and appreciation to Dr David for his precious help! 🙏💝
I just went to a physical therapist and explained to her what you said about glutes and specifically asked that we work on that. She said, well, first we strengthen the quads and then we'll talk. First and last visit to her! I'm really working to use glutes but find it very difficult to use the correct glute muscle when walking up stairs. I have walked up one step at a time with the same leading foot for so long that the other leg has lost the muscle power to do it but I'm working on it! Thank you so very much for sharing your knowledge. I look forward to being pain-free again; some days are definitely better than others!
Hello Linda, ughhh we are sorry that happened to you, but so glad you had the knowledge to help yourself out of that situation! A good way to ensure glute engagement is simple glute squeezes! You will squeeze the glute muscles for 10 seconds and release, repeating 10 times. Try this hourly to wake those butt muscles up! Here is a playlist on walking and stair advice !! “Walking & Stair Advice For Painful Knees, Hips, And Ankles” th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZqQdy7MnE2Q1H_Xfgxi5zH.html Please let us know if you have any more questions, we are happy to help ! -Team EPMPT
Join a gym with several glute machines. Back hyper extensions with head tucked into chest work well too. Once you start being able to feel a burn in your glutes, they will activate much more in your daily routine. Plenty of glute workout videos on TH-cam.
@epmanualphysicaltherapy I just fell 11/15/24 going up my stairs, and my right knee swelled up. The doctor prescribed methylprednisolone 4mg for 21 days and ice pack, and Tylenol and ibuprofen. I am lying here working my glutes and when I do the glute exercise on the affected leg with the knee injury I can feel the pressure lessen on that knee. Did I get the correct understand from one of your videos rather than ice the injury, heat would be better? I am worried about the side affects of the medicines. Would I be wrong in thinking I can effectively improve without the medicines by using the toe and glute exercise and heating pad to mitigate my injury?
Thank you David. A month of following your guidance, knee pain is almost gone. My quads are really strong. Who would think that I had muscle imbalance. Thank you for all of your videos. ❤
Ok here's my two centavos. This is ongoing. You have to keep it up. I have found that when I work my glutes and they are a bit sore , I do much better. Because they are talking to me a bit I can feel them and therefore am reminded to use them. Flex those glutes! This is gold! Just do what Dr. D says. It works!
I’m 72. Had patella tendon transfer surgery when I was 12 and 14. Of course there was no such thing as PT at that time. I’ve had knee problems ever since. Told 3 years ago I need knee replacement surgery- both knees “look” bad. I was using a walker and experiencing a lot of pain. I’ve had torn ankles so many times that I’ve been told there really isn’t anything I can do. Found the right podiatrist and at least have inserts for my hiking boots and I don’t turn my ankles any longer. Hiking boots are the only thing I wear because of all of the torn ankles. Seriously…weddings, funerals, parties, summer time…hiking boots. Adding to the knee and ankle issues now my second toe on both feet are crossing over and rubbing against my big toe. When I listen to your videos, I’m so envious of anyone who can see you in person, get evaluated, and back on their way to living a “normal” life. If only I lived in El Paso! I’ve had PT locally and have gotten help after multiple injuries, but now I’m finding out why the knee therapy didn’t help. After the knee replacement diagnosis, I learned from you how to walk with my feet slightly pointed outward. Boy, that helped tremendously. Today I’m learning how to activate my glutes. Hearing that I have to also strengthen my foot muscles makes so much sense…everything is connected. Thank you for sharing so much valuable information.
Found this today. My knee has been painful and swollen for days. FIFTEEN MINUTES of on and off squeezing my glutes and it was better and now a few hours later it is 60-70% gone. Amazing.
I am 33 female CNA for 14 years working on my feet lifting bending ect i fully tore my right acl and medial lateral meniscus one year ago. First 2 days it was loose but i never lost range of motion could always full bend straighten since injury. I could not have surgery for i got a PE 4 weeks after i tore my acl. A year later i wrap with ace wrap if i feel swelling but i got back to almost 100% taking my time and doing yard work all summer. I started raking leaves for a garden to moving rocks for landscape to mowing and walking a ton i was so scared at first for it was uncomfortable but it was more my mind was wanting to baby my knee. Yard works builds so much muscle and helped me so much! Still NO surgery its possible to heal! I would say my quads were always strong from the job i did but lifting rocks carrying leaves squatting ect with daily activity helps without you even realizing! Your videos help me so much after hearing i had to have surgery. I am not giving up!! Thank you!!
Thank you for pointing that this isn’t an age related issue. I’m 39 and I having moderate level osteoarthritis and the first thing my doctor said was that I’m having age related disease which is irreversible. (He also recommended me to do walking, mild jogging, swimming and cycling.) Those words drained my mental health than my knee stiffness. As my kids are still schooling and that thought that I’m at the aging stage just gave me such a confusion and pulled me down. After seeing few of your videos I gained hope. Now all I need is a little bit more of self care.
I just wanted to let you know that my knee pain has been reduced and my knees are so much better since I started increasing my glute strength and the toe exercise. It is truly amazing. I have flat feet and found that I now am squeezing my toes as I walk and it is so much easier. I hate taking pain meds and have tried so many different "online expert advice things" that did not work. Wish you were closer to where I live so I could meet directly with you to find what other things I could be (or should not be) doing to make life less painful. Thank you for these tips and the explanations given.
When my UK physiotherapist had no more ideas for me, he said to me, ' I am sorry that you will no longer be on my books , to be eligible for knee replacement. You will just have to wait until it gets worse, and then you will start the waiting game from scatch.' What!!!! As if, that was the reason I went for help. I am so pleased with Dr. David. I can now turn in bed without pain. Walk upstairs with both legs, walk downstairs with both legs. I am now increasing my daily walks with sticks and using my glutes. What a difference this knowledge has made to my life. ❤ Try what Dr. David says and never give up.
My god I`m glad I found this Dr`s videos. I have bone on bone in my right knee plus I`m a good 100lbs overweight but too young for a knee replacement. I could barely walk even with a cane and my life was out of control and miserable. I did 8 weeks of physical therapy and when I finished that program I was shocked how well it worked, so I continued my at home exercises but I made the mistake of working my quads. 2 weeks of that and my knee was SHOT again! Luckily the youtube algorithm brought me here. I started trying the walk where Dr, David says to flex your glutes while walking. It was awkward at first but it got easier to do and in one day my knee is better after just one day. I can feel my glutes pulling my leg forward and then pushing my foot back as I step off it. Thank you SO much Dr David!!!!
Thank you David. I have bone on bone with my right side knee. I can still walk and been doing exercises to help it. But what you brought out, doctors don't tell you about muscle imbalance, or to work the glutes. They are only concentrating on quads. I have started some of the glute exercises from your videos. I have learned so much from watching you. Thank you.
I don't have this pain really bad now. More like a discomfort. Since I started following some of the exercises from Dr. David, I have felt an improvement.
❤Excellent video He's very knowledgeable!! It's wonderful to have someone helping people in our healing process 🎉🎉 Muscle invalance, Bad nutritious, Over weight contributed to pain an inflamation! Please continue with these videos Thank you❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Hi Patricia, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad you found the video helpful. You're absolutely right-muscle imbalances, nutrition, and weight can all play a big role in pain and inflammation. Awareness is the first step, and taking small, consistent actions can make a big difference. We’ll definitely keep sharing more videos to support your healing journey! Wishing you the best on your path to feeling better!
I was on pain meds 24/7 and gritting my way through the day. Focussing on activating and strengthening glutes, stretching out my knees and then using hiking poles to walk to stop limping while walking. 8 months on, still using hiking poles but now largely pain med free, no longer cocerned about walking 3kms to the doctors, just spent 2 days fixing mums window sills, garden trellis, garden gate, extorior lights. I was sore at the end of each day but still didn't hit the meds. 8 months ago doing one of those would have taken 2 days. Dr. Davids advice has worked for me, hope it does for you.
I can vouch for the 'not age related' statement. Ive had arthritis and pain walking from the age if 50. I recently had an HTO for one leg it was excrutiating. I need my other leg done but i came here instead. If you do nothing else, watch this video! I walk and feel like an 80 year old. I have flat feet and did work out in the gym every day. My quads were ripped. Do i need to say more? I cant walk more than 100mtrs without excrutiating pain. Ive gained weight due to depression and not being mobile at 58. As a result of this video ive installed gym matting and exercise equipment to focus on my glute and core strength as well as joint flexibility exercises. Here's hoping that i can walk with less pain in the near future.
I listen to everything you say . I will do exactly as you instructed. I have flat arches. I am 70 but have no knee problems and do not want any . I cannot do cardio exercises because of my chest but I try to do leg stretches in bed and will now concentrate on my glutes more. I can tighten my glutes but will now do it more. Thank you.
Ive been doing your exercises for only 30 days and I've seen a massive improvement. I added quad and hamstring stretches which also relieved the pain in the back of my knee. Thank you so much for your advice and explanation!
Hi Anna, That’s amazing to hear! It’s incredible what just 30 days of consistency can do, and we’re so glad you’ve seen such a big improvement. Adding quad and hamstring stretches is a great approach-thank you for sharing your experience! Wishing you continued progress and pain-free movement!
I am 75 and never had any joint pain....until after having the covid jag in May suddenly my knees have been varying degrees of torture. You are the best and I have had relief following your information Doctor disapproved of the insinuation that jag caused it and was dismissive saying because of my age I need to accept arthritis and take paracetamol ....which really annoyed me as I still think I'm 19 and feel better than I did at that age
I'm pleased you have found this site to get the help you need with your knee pain. Doctors are paid to say the co√id 💉 has no side effects. I'm sure you are the same - I trust my own intuition every time over a doctor's "advice"
I have been trying to exercise my glutes it's not easy for me but I watch your films and follow advice and it works I can walk longer without pain, thanks
Hello Anna! Sorry you are dealing with Knee Arthritis, we are so glad that activating the glutes are working out for you ! Keep at it, getting these sleeping muscles to wake up is KEY in your recovery journey ! Please let us know if you have any questions, we are happy to help ! - Team EPMPT
Couldnt agree more on the imbalance and the importance of finding balance. The BEST thing i did for "my" knee pain because i have very little cartilage from a car accident is walking backward. Within 2 weeks of doing so, my knee pain improved dramatically, and i can now walk around without issue. Now, im working on my core strength because i also have a mild scoliosis and been struggling. This is absolutely obtainable, but you have to focus on being committed.
I had a massage, afterwards my knee started hurting as soon as I stood up! It's been more than a year now! Constant pain! I am going to try these exercises!
I have bone on bone osteoarthritis in both knees and have been told I'm not a candidate for knee replacements surgery. I'm going to watch your videos and pray they'll help me. It's gotten so bad there's days I can't walk to the bathroom. I spend my life sitting on the couch and I'm so tired of that. My knees stay swollen. They're not too bad when I get up in the morning but within a hour or so they're killing me. Your advice sounds reasonable and like it'll work.
I’ve been looking for something like this for years trying to avoid surgery. I’ve been a seamstress many years and believe the sitting has contributed to my knee pain ? The pressure on the back of my thighs made it hard to get up from sitting. I’m at my wits end. Also trying different meds. Anti inflammatory diet, cortisone shots. It’s so crazy. I don’t understand. Some days I would have a good day and would rack my brain what I did different that day to feel better. It’s so frustrating. I pray for the day I can walk and live a normal life I’m only 55 . Thank you so much
So true.I damaged mine by sitting in a tensed position giving my cat sub fluids for weeks. Sounds crazy but I know it was that. I am 79 and no way want a replacement.
Wish l knew this 10yrs ago. At 65 lve had two replacements of my left knee. Yes left knee twice due to complications & my Dr said 😑 its time for my right. So wow lm extremely happy to hear l might have a real option. Im definitely going to give this a good go. Thank you.
Hello Rani, thank you so much for the kind words! We hope this offers you some relief while dealing with Knee and Lumbar Osteoarthritis ! If you have any questions, please feel free to ask! - Team EPMPT
I’ve personally had knee pain (I’m in my early 50s) hence why I came to this video. It sounds like great advise. I also run an elderly care facility. Knowing what I know about caring for elderly people with Dementia, bad knees inevitably leads to imbalance and falls which leads to hip replacements etc, which naturally leads to reduced mobility. The impact this has on one’s cognition cannot be understated! There seems to be definite correlation between falls and earlier onset of Dementia. I would say it’s best to do what it takes to avoid being in this situation if you can help it.
Great video especially the glutes! I have seen video of people who can literally make their glutes dance. Their knees must be really well cared for. Thanks for educating us on how to get our muscles in balance. It could only help those of us with a balance problem. My left knee is stage 4 and the right is stage 3 according to my latest X-rays. I look forward to giving up my cane.
Wish l knew this 10yrs ago. At 65 lve had two replacements of my left knee. Yes left knee twice due to complications & my Dr said 😑 its time for my right. So wow lm extremely happy to hear l might have a real option. Im definitely going to give this a good go. Thank you very much 😊❤😁
Wow Thank you for your advise! I have always think that my problem was a muscle problem, now I am convinced that it is a muscle imbalance. Thank you for your advise!
A couple of weeks ago I watched this same video for Knee bursitis. Since watching it I started flexing the glutes while sitting, and changed my walk to where the knee swings on its own (without the quad pulling it strait), forward, to place the foot on the ground. Then Focus on the glutes for holding the leg in place as it goes behind me for the next step. It looks like a slight limp. I hike a bunch, but have had to scale it back the last year due to knee bursitis. The worst when going uphill. Then there is IT band issues if going downhill to long, same knee. The only thing I changed was what you suggested in this video. Now, about 2 weeks later My knee is virtually pain free. I am able to bend the knee past the point of where the pain would have set in, still expecting to feel that pain. It is not 100% yet but the hikes are so much better without the pain. I can even use that leg to step up onto a high ledge, with no pain. It still has some pain if fully bent, but it used to be much more painful a little over halfway bent. I am now hoping this will eventually remove all the pain. Then there is the Achilles tendonitis, or possibly heal bursitis, going on as well in the other foot.
So glad I found your channel!!! I have knee osteoarthritis. I am able to activate my glutes separately from my quads but my quads were doing way to much work while walking. So I am in the process of building more strength in my quads and abdomen. Learning to walk again is really strange at 53 years old. 🤣
Hello Clayton, so glad you find our channel useful, thank you so much ! Glad to hear you are working on the correct walking cues, takes some time and practice but hopefully you're working toward bullet proofing those knee joints. Remember, USE THE GLUTES !! If you have any questions, please let us know :-) - Team EPMPT
David, Thank you. 1 month ago I woke up and couldn’t walk . Had excruciating pain in my right knee. Your video was in my feed and I paid attention. It just never occurred to me that quads worked with knees, knees worked calves, etc. Now, I work my quads all day, off and on now and my knees are much better. I also gently exercise my calves, ankles, hamstrings and quads daily. Day by day I’ve improved. I just turned 70 and I will forever exercise my quads! And a special note for us ladies, I really think the daily quad workout is helping to strengthen my abdominal floor muscles. All the best to everyone!
I have had lot of frustration from physiotherapist to understand my kNEE issue and fix it. I am now following your instructions and hopefully will see a result. I have a Patella cartilage injury and Disc bulge in the lower back. I am going to start strengthening my glutes
Hi Goinsomewhere, We are happy to help! Thank you so much for the kind words. Just in case you are interested we have a playlist for knee arthritis help playlist you may find helpful. You can access it here: “Knee Arthritis Help” th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i.html Start with one or two exercises, beginning with the smallest range of motion and the lowest intensity. As you feel stronger, you can gradually increase both the range of motion and intensity. It’s best to do these exercises every day throughout the day. Aim to tire out the muscle without losing form or control. Consistency is key. Always avoid working through pain; soreness and mild discomfort are normal, but pain is not. We hope you found this information helpful to you.We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
You are making alot of sense. I sometimes watch a guy from England, HT Physio, he kinda said the same thing. Tight thigh muscles pull up and tight calf muscles pull down therefor bone on bone. That statement clicked for me. Made sooo much sense.
So true, i developed mine in my 20s and found out i had sjogrens which affects joints and connective tissue. Now in my 40s still have knee pain occasionally and been on arthritis meds for a long time.
Thank you, Dr. David. The more I do the exercises, the easier it is to get the glutes to fire. This is helping both my right knee and right hip! I was born with CHD in my right hip, and always stood with more weight on my left leg. I finally figured this all out at age 72, even through I started with an orthopaedist at age 24. Wish I had known this back then.
Hi Debra, We're sorry to hear you’ve been dealing with challenges from CHD and the pain in your knee and hip-it’s something many people can’t fully understand unless they’ve experienced it themselves. It’s incredible to hear how the exercises are helping you get your glutes to fire and providing relief! Thank you so much for sharing your story and kind words. Your persistence and progress are truly inspiring! Keep up the great work-you’ve got this!
OMG, so glad to found your video, this is a fantastic education for everyone ( not just people with knee issues) to keep your knees out of pain, it's also great for the posture stand. Work on the feet , toes, and glue activation as you said is obsolutely the best advice ......thank you for sharing your knowledge with public, god bless !!
Thank you, hurt my knee on vacation 3 weeks ago, just got home. You are helping me so much just 2 days into strengthening my gluten. So grateful for your help. 😊
Hi Cynthia! We are so sorry to hear that you hurt your knee 3 weeks ago! Especially on vacation, that must have pout a little dent on your trip! We are so glad to hear that we have been able to help through our videos, keep up the great work! Hopefully you had a great time away despite the little setback. Please keep us updated on your progress! 🧡🙌🏽
Hi Taunia, That’s amazing to hear! So many people don’t realize how much glute activation can make a difference in knee pain until they experience it themselves. We’re so glad this has been a game changer for you! Thank you for sharing your experience-it’s so encouraging for others who are still struggling. Keep up the great work!
What you’re saying makes sense. No wonder I’m not getting better with PT. They’ve given me a few glute exercises, but they’re not checking to make sure I’m actually firing up my glutes. I really think I’m using my quads instead. The other day they used a machine on me which really activated my quads and my knee pain felt much worse the following day. It’s frustrating because we want to advocate for ourselves, but they feel we’re being noncompliant. Appreciate you educating us.
You are so welcome Vid! We are so sorry to hear that you have been getting worse with traditional PT. It is so important to always check and make sure the glutes are performing the work that they are supposed to. We truly hope that you can start to see a difference when using the glutes more.
I now realize that my lifelong anxiety disorder and CPTSD have caused super strength in my quads from being held rigid all the time. I’ve always noticed that my quads and hands (from doing activities in a chair) are super strong in spite of my many debilitating illnesses, and that the rest of me is complete mush. That is why I can’t walk anymore. I do also have problems with my foot arches and my feet are pointing inwards. Now I will try to catch my tensing quads and bend my knees to release them! THANK YOU!
Hello Wendy, so sorry to hear you are dealing with this situation :-( Hopefully we can help you gain some strength so you may enjoy activities that don't feel so well at the moment. Here is an exercise you can get started on today ! th-cam.com/users/shorts8IH3s8Ia67E?feature=shared Please check out the video and let us know if you have any questions ! - Team EPMPT
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😬 I have been doing this glute exercises and it made such a difference with my knee pain. Glute strength can be done Walking sitting lying on my bed Thank you for the best advice!! 🇨🇦
Which videos I can do glute exercises?
Do you offer a gluten program? I have your knee program.
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A 38 year old RN who worked as an orthopedic nurse for 14 years, I thought I understood how our joints work until I listened to your videos. A year ago, I started to have severe pain on both of my knees out of no where.
One of my orthopedics surgeon friend did an x-ray and told me that I need to exercise, see physiotherapist, gave me a prescription for pain, a knee brace and told me if I still have pain in 3 months, he would inject my knees, if that doesn't help, he said he would look into total knee replacements. I left his office depressed. I then started researching other possibilities and I stumbled to this page....as I am squeezing my glute muscles I would like to express my gratitude.
Thank you sir.
I’m 84 and I’ve followed your teaching about how to walk using the glutes , spreading the legs a bit, turning the toes out a little & heel down first-and I’m walking better and pain free than I’ve ever done! After my second hip replacement, on my first walk down the hospital corridor the Physio said “ wow have you ever got a great walk!” I told her who taught me. I live in the U.K. - not near El Paso!
Thank you very much!!
( I have used a cane but now I don’t need it anymore)
That’s impressive!!
Same thing with me. I cancelled my knee operation though I was told I have no meniscus on one knee and hardly any in the other. My surgeon said he wouldnt even do one on me now!
I was on crutches 5 years ago now do Tai Chi. Salsa ,zumba, swimming and walk ing every week with no pain.Just by doing the right exercises. The only thing I cant do is go down stairs but I'm working on it.
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Really? In India and China, I have noticed village women walk like this and I used to wonder how they had evolved to this slightly peculiar gait. Now, I am wondering how they instinctively know this correct way! 😲
I fixed my knees by strengthening my glutes after suffering for 30 years. It works.
I love this man. I had pain in both knees and listened to some of his videos where he talked about the glute exercises being very important for knee pain. He explains it so well so i did the exercises and within days I was pain free. I still do them for maintenance and they always help if there is a twinge. He is so generous to share this knowledge freely
I'm sooo grateful for this young man's generous instructions. Not charging a dime
Hi Wellwisher, It is our pleasure! Thank you so much for your kind words and we hope that you can feel continued relief.
@@wellwisher7778 me too!
I lost 25 pounds and it's helped my knee arthritis considerably
Yeah i used to get mad at my Do cyor when he used to tell me if i lose weight it would me tremendously. Well, even losing 10 lbs it has made a world of difference. I can walk and crouch now. I had to apologize because i though i knew better and because TH-cam videos were telling me otherwise.
This guy is the best.... I've been listening to his knee arthritis videos and glute exercises.... now he's saying....the toe muscles connected to the arch muscles....etc.etc....all the way to your neck muscles
I agree!
Thank you! For the last 3 months I’ve been able to barely walk because of how painful and swollen my knees are. I also have flat feet. Within a week of focusing on glutes and feet I’m mostly pain free and swelling is much better. I still have a ways to go but now I have hope.
That is so encouraging!
Well done I hope to do the same . I wish I had have found David years ago . I’m been doing the wrong exercises Thanks to this clever young man, I’m now on the right track.
After having had one knee replaced I will move heaven and earth to avoid having the other one done. All of David’s advice is the opposite of what I’ve been given so far and so I think it is definitely worth following - makes so much sense.
Did you have a bad experience after having the surgery? How was it for you?
@@BXLatina35 I guess the whole knee replacement journey has shown me that surgery doesn’t always guarantee success.
@@ruthjames4299 oh wow ..
Did you have complications.
@@ruthjames4299 so it wasn’t worth getting surgery? Did you have complications afterwards?
I'm so grateful I found you! I'm a walking example of what you described in Rule 6 - re foot muscles. I have very flat feet and developed a neuroma between my 3rd and 4th toes on the left in my early 30s. As a result my focus on walking, for years, was to do whatever it took to avoid pain there. That imbalance led to knee arthritis in that left knee. My limping secondary to the left knee pain led to severe arthritis in my R hip. It's all connected! And it's all about the glutes! LOL I have a completely new focus in life! I love my PT guy (I did end up having a hip replacement in June), but he's totally focused on quad strengthening when we're addressing my left knee pain. I think I'm going to end my therapeutic relationship with him. I now have my own personal PT expert right here! 🙂 (And yes, I have purchased your knee program). I don't know if you'll ever realize how many lives you've positively impacted, but we are all grateful!
I’ve seen major changes in my pain level by just changing the way I walk (activating my gluts). It’s amazing. I was told I’d have to do both my knees but they won’t do the surgery until I loose weight. I started working out with a trainer 6 months ago and have done major quad exercises. Initially I was feeling great but increasingly, the knee pain has come back. I started just focusing on my walks and have felt no pain (from having pain for years). I told my trainer-no more quad exercises-only gluts and upper body from now on. Thanks for all the great and important information- it’s been a game changer for me.
I totally agree with you, no quad or hamstrings for me, and I have NO KNEE PAIN, after being on Lacinopril(a narcotic), which I only took one, and threw the rest out!!! Keep up the good work.
How do you walk properly? You squeeze your glutes when walking?
Look into the carnivore way of eating, many say they no longer need knee replacements.
The same holds true for hip arthritis! I have both hip and knee arthritis, caused by heavy (mis)use during sports. Was considering surgery for both and then I heard Dr David talk about the muscle imbalance: Revelation! I realised how much stronger my quads were, compared to my glutes...and by rebalancing the whole system (glute strengthening exercices, quads stretching and deep tissue massage), not only did I avoid surgery but l'm back to practicing sports, mindfully this time! 😊 Gratitude and appreciation to Dr David for his precious help! 🙏💝
I just went to a physical therapist and explained to her what you said about glutes and specifically asked that we work on that. She said, well, first we strengthen the quads and then we'll talk. First and last visit to her!
I'm really working to use glutes but find it very difficult to use the correct glute muscle when walking up stairs. I have walked up one step at a time with the same leading foot for so long that the other leg has lost the muscle power to do it but I'm working on it! Thank you so very much for sharing your knowledge. I look forward to being pain-free again; some days are definitely better than others!
Hello Linda, ughhh we are sorry that happened to you, but so glad you had the knowledge to help yourself out of that situation! A good way to ensure glute engagement is simple glute squeezes! You will squeeze the glute muscles for 10 seconds and release, repeating 10 times. Try this hourly to wake those butt muscles up! Here is a playlist on walking and stair advice !! “Walking & Stair Advice For Painful Knees, Hips, And Ankles”
th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mZqQdy7MnE2Q1H_Xfgxi5zH.html
Please let us know if you have any more questions, we are happy to help ! -Team EPMPT
Join a gym with several glute machines. Back hyper extensions with head tucked into chest work well too. Once you start being able to feel a burn in your glutes, they will activate much more in your daily routine. Plenty of glute workout videos on TH-cam.
@epmanualphysicaltherapy I just fell 11/15/24 going up my stairs, and my right knee swelled up. The doctor prescribed methylprednisolone 4mg for 21 days and ice pack, and Tylenol and ibuprofen. I am lying here working my glutes and when I do the glute exercise on the affected leg with the knee injury I can feel the pressure lessen on that knee. Did I get the correct understand from one of your videos rather than ice the injury, heat would be better?
I am worried about the side affects of the medicines. Would I be wrong in thinking I can effectively improve without the medicines by using the toe and glute exercise and heating pad to mitigate my injury?
Thank you David. A month of following your guidance, knee pain is almost gone. My quads are really strong. Who would think that I had muscle imbalance. Thank you for all of your videos. ❤
Ok here's my two centavos. This is ongoing. You have to keep it up. I have found that when I work my glutes and they are a bit sore , I do much better. Because they are talking to me a bit I can feel them and therefore am reminded to use them. Flex those glutes! This is gold! Just do what Dr. D says. It works!
I’m 72. Had patella tendon transfer surgery when I was 12 and 14. Of course there was no such thing as PT at that time. I’ve had knee problems ever since. Told 3 years ago I need knee replacement surgery- both knees “look” bad. I was using a walker and experiencing a lot of pain. I’ve had torn ankles so many times that I’ve been told there really isn’t anything I can do. Found the right podiatrist and at least have inserts for my hiking boots and I don’t turn my ankles any longer. Hiking boots are the only thing I wear because of all of the torn ankles. Seriously…weddings, funerals, parties, summer time…hiking boots. Adding to the knee and ankle issues now my second toe on both feet are crossing over and rubbing against my big toe. When I listen to your videos, I’m so envious of anyone who can see you in person, get evaluated, and back on their way to living a “normal” life. If only I lived in El Paso! I’ve had PT locally and have gotten help after multiple injuries, but now I’m finding out why the knee therapy didn’t help. After the knee replacement diagnosis, I learned from you how to walk with my feet slightly pointed outward. Boy, that helped tremendously. Today I’m learning how to activate my glutes. Hearing that I have to also strengthen my foot muscles makes so much sense…everything is connected. Thank you for sharing so much valuable information.
Found this today. My knee has been painful and swollen for days. FIFTEEN MINUTES of on and off squeezing my glutes and it was better and now a few hours later it is 60-70% gone. Amazing.
I am 33 female CNA for 14 years working on my feet lifting bending ect i fully tore my right acl and medial lateral meniscus one year ago. First 2 days it was loose but i never lost range of motion could always full bend straighten since injury. I could not have surgery for i got a PE 4 weeks after i tore my acl. A year later i wrap with ace wrap if i feel swelling but i got back to almost 100% taking my time and doing yard work all summer. I started raking leaves for a garden to moving rocks for landscape to mowing and walking a ton i was so scared at first for it was uncomfortable but it was more my mind was wanting to baby my knee. Yard works builds so much muscle and helped me so much! Still NO surgery its possible to heal! I would say my quads were always strong from the job i did but lifting rocks carrying leaves squatting ect with daily activity helps without you even realizing! Your videos help me so much after hearing i had to have surgery. I am not giving up!! Thank you!!
Thank you for pointing that this isn’t an age related issue. I’m 39 and I having moderate level osteoarthritis and the first thing my doctor said was that I’m having age related disease which is irreversible. (He also recommended me to do walking, mild jogging, swimming and cycling.) Those words drained my mental health than my knee stiffness. As my kids are still schooling and that thought that I’m at the aging stage just gave me such a confusion and pulled me down. After seeing few of your videos I gained hope. Now all I need is a little bit more of self care.
You are such a blessing. I pray for blessings for you
I just wanted to let you know that my knee pain has been reduced and my knees are so much better since I started increasing my glute strength and the toe exercise. It is truly amazing. I have flat feet and found that I now am squeezing my toes as I walk and it is so much easier. I hate taking pain meds and have tried so many different "online expert advice things" that did not work. Wish you were closer to where I live so I could meet directly with you to find what other things I could be (or should not be) doing to make life less painful. Thank you for these tips and the explanations given.
When my UK physiotherapist had no more ideas for me, he said to me, ' I am sorry that you will no longer be on my books , to be eligible for knee replacement. You will just have to wait until it gets worse, and then you will start the waiting game from scatch.'
What!!!! As if, that was the reason I went for help. I am so pleased with Dr. David. I can now turn in bed without pain. Walk upstairs with both legs, walk downstairs with both legs. I am now increasing my daily walks with sticks and using my glutes. What a difference this knowledge has made to my life.
❤ Try what Dr. David says and never give up.
My god I`m glad I found this Dr`s videos.
I have bone on bone in my right knee plus I`m a good 100lbs overweight but too young for a knee replacement.
I could barely walk even with a cane and my life was out of control and miserable.
I did 8 weeks of physical therapy and when I finished that program I was shocked how well it worked, so I continued my at home exercises but I made the mistake of working my quads.
2 weeks of that and my knee was SHOT again!
Luckily the youtube algorithm brought me here.
I started trying the walk where Dr, David says to flex your glutes while walking.
It was awkward at first but it got easier to do and in one day my knee is better after just one day.
I can feel my glutes pulling my leg forward and then pushing my foot back as I step off it.
Thank you SO much Dr David!!!!
I am 72,veery much impressed by. Your knowledge.
Thank you David. I have bone on bone with my right side knee. I can still walk and been doing exercises to help it. But what you brought out, doctors don't tell you about muscle imbalance, or to work the glutes. They are only concentrating on quads. I have started some of the glute exercises from your videos. I have learned so much from watching you. Thank you.
Do you suffer pain as you walk being that you on bone on bone? How you deal with that?
I don't have this pain really bad now. More like a discomfort. Since I started following some of the exercises from Dr. David, I have felt an improvement.
@@sallya.2412 ok ok good
This was fantastic information! Thank you so much David! You really give everyone hope & confidence when explaining all this. YOU’RE BRILLIANT❣️
You're a Champion Dave!! 👍
This is treasure of info. so happy to have this to share! Thank you!
❤Excellent video
He's very knowledgeable!!
It's wonderful to have someone helping people in our healing process 🎉🎉
Muscle invalance,
Bad nutritious,
Over weight contributed to pain an inflamation!
Please continue with these videos
Thank you❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Hi Patricia,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad you found the video helpful. You're absolutely right-muscle imbalances, nutrition, and weight can all play a big role in pain and inflammation. Awareness is the first step, and taking small, consistent actions can make a big difference. We’ll definitely keep sharing more videos to support your healing journey! Wishing you the best on your path to feeling better!
Thank You Dr. David
Very good info. My knee from an injury is getting better
I was on pain meds 24/7 and gritting my way through the day. Focussing on activating and strengthening glutes, stretching out my knees and then using hiking poles to walk to stop limping while walking. 8 months on, still using hiking poles but now largely pain med free, no longer cocerned about walking 3kms to the doctors, just spent 2 days fixing mums window sills, garden trellis, garden gate, extorior lights. I was sore at the end of each day but still didn't hit the meds. 8 months ago doing one of those would have taken 2 days. Dr. Davids advice has worked for me, hope it does for you.
You are simply terrific. You deserve a medal for your great advice. Thank you!
I needed to hear this cos I've been so down with my sore knee. Thank you.
Thank you so much Dr. David for the Info.❤
Hands down the best information I have found on here . I have looked at a lot !!
I can vouch for the 'not age related' statement. Ive had arthritis and pain walking from the age if 50.
I recently had an HTO for one leg it was excrutiating. I need my other leg done but i came here instead.
If you do nothing else, watch this video!
I walk and feel like an 80 year old. I have flat feet and did work out in the gym every day. My quads were ripped. Do i need to say more? I cant walk more than 100mtrs without excrutiating pain. Ive gained weight due to depression and not being mobile at 58.
As a result of this video ive installed gym matting and exercise equipment to focus on my glute and core strength as well as joint flexibility exercises.
Here's hoping that i can walk with less pain in the near future.
What is a HTO?
@@melissathompson7483 high tibial osteotomy
He gives the very best advice of anyone!
I listen to everything you say . I will do exactly as you instructed. I have flat arches. I am 70 but have no knee problems and do not want any . I cannot do cardio exercises because of my chest but I try to do leg stretches in bed and will now concentrate on my glutes more. I can tighten my glutes but will now do it more. Thank you.
Ive been doing your exercises for only 30 days and I've seen a massive improvement. I added quad and hamstring stretches which also relieved the pain in the back of my knee. Thank you so much for your advice and explanation!
Hi Anna,
That’s amazing to hear! It’s incredible what just 30 days of consistency can do, and we’re so glad you’ve seen such a big improvement. Adding quad and hamstring stretches is a great approach-thank you for sharing your experience! Wishing you continued progress and pain-free movement!
I am 75 and never had any joint pain....until after having the covid jag in May suddenly my knees have been varying degrees of torture. You are the best and I have had relief following your information
Doctor disapproved of the insinuation that jag caused it and was dismissive saying because of my age I need to accept arthritis and take paracetamol ....which really annoyed me as I still think I'm 19 and feel better than I did at that age
I'm pleased you have found this site to get the help you need with your knee pain.
Doctors are paid to say the co√id 💉 has no side effects.
I'm sure you are the same - I trust my own intuition every time over a doctor's "advice"
@@Wizzz28 yes indeed my mother used to say "you'll know yourself"
@@margaretmckee7710 🎯
You are just the best. Your advice is clear, practical, effective, down to earth, and truth!!
You are a cut above the rest!!!❤
I have been trying to exercise my glutes it's not easy for me but I watch your films and follow advice and it works I can walk longer without pain, thanks
Hello Anna! Sorry you are dealing with Knee Arthritis, we are so glad that activating the glutes are working out for you ! Keep at it, getting these sleeping muscles to wake up is KEY in your recovery journey ! Please let us know if you have any questions, we are happy to help ! - Team EPMPT
@@epmanualphysicaltherapySo do you have videos that show glute exercises?
Ps I can see you are on a mission in the recent videos and probably feel frustrated at the wrong advice given out. Keep on you are helping so many.
Excellent advice about the glutes. I wish I had known this years ago.
Couldnt agree more on the imbalance and the importance of finding balance.
The BEST thing i did for "my" knee pain because i have very little cartilage from a car accident is walking backward.
Within 2 weeks of doing so, my knee pain improved dramatically, and i can now walk around without issue. Now, im working on my core strength because i also have a mild scoliosis and been struggling.
This is absolutely obtainable, but you have to focus on being committed.
I had a massage, afterwards my knee started hurting as soon as I stood up! It's been more than a year now! Constant pain! I am going to try these exercises!
Thank u so much so much so so much
I have bone on bone osteoarthritis in both knees and have been told I'm not a candidate for knee replacements surgery. I'm going to watch your videos and pray they'll help me. It's gotten so bad there's days I can't walk to the bathroom. I spend my life sitting on the couch and I'm so tired of that. My knees stay swollen. They're not too bad when I get up in the morning but within a hour or so they're killing me. Your advice sounds reasonable and like it'll work.
I’ve been looking for something like this for years trying to avoid surgery. I’ve been a seamstress many years and believe the sitting has contributed to my knee pain ? The pressure on the back of my thighs made it hard to get up from sitting. I’m at my wits end. Also trying different meds. Anti inflammatory diet, cortisone shots. It’s so crazy. I don’t understand. Some days I would have a good day and would rack my brain what I did different that day to feel better. It’s so frustrating. I pray for the day I can walk and live a normal life I’m only 55 . Thank you so much
So true.I damaged mine by sitting in a tensed position giving my cat sub fluids for weeks. Sounds crazy but I know it was that. I am 79 and no way want a replacement.
Wish l knew this 10yrs ago. At 65 lve had two replacements of my left knee. Yes left knee twice due to complications & my Dr said 😑 its time for my right. So wow lm extremely happy to hear l might have a real option. Im definitely going to give this a good go. Thank you.
Excellent advices...you may have diagnosed my issue. I don't have arthritis but my knees hurt from time to time and my quads have been tight for ever.
The video was cut off at the end, and I am interested in what you had to say about bone-on-bone. Such good information and advice!
Thank you Dr David for the wonderful video! I have already started the glute exercises. I hope this will help me in my knee and lumbar osteoarthritis.
Hello Rani, thank you so much for the kind words! We hope this offers you some relief while dealing with Knee and Lumbar Osteoarthritis ! If you have any questions, please feel free to ask!
- Team EPMPT
Thank you Dr. for your time🙏
Hi Olga! We're so glad you found this helpful!
This guy is for real I have been following him for 3 years and strengthening the gluten works
I’ve personally had knee pain (I’m in my early 50s) hence why I came to this video. It sounds like great advise. I also run an elderly care facility. Knowing what I know about caring for elderly people with Dementia, bad knees inevitably leads to imbalance and falls which leads to hip replacements etc, which naturally leads to reduced mobility. The impact this has on one’s cognition cannot be understated! There seems to be definite correlation between falls and earlier onset of Dementia. I would say it’s best to do what it takes to avoid being in this situation if you can help it.
Great video especially the glutes! I have seen video of people who can literally make their glutes dance. Their knees must be really well cared for. Thanks for educating us on how to get our muscles in balance. It could only help those of us with a balance problem. My left knee is stage 4 and the right is stage 3 according to my latest X-rays. I look forward to giving up my cane.
Excellent advice and encouragement. Appreciate your videos.
I’m exercising my glutes and I feel better already! Thank DR ! I had this knee pain since I was 50 !
I feel like I have a good friend in you. Thank you for your advice and for sharing your knowledge!
❤❤❤❤you are absolutely BRILLIANT! Thank you so much! This gave me hope again!
Wish l knew this 10yrs ago. At 65 lve had two replacements of my left knee. Yes left knee twice due to complications & my Dr said 😑 its time for my right. So wow lm extremely happy to hear l might have a real option. Im definitely going to give this a good go. Thank you very much 😊❤😁
Very informative 👍
Wow Thank you for your advise! I have always think that my problem was a muscle problem, now I am convinced that it is a muscle imbalance. Thank you for your advise!
A couple of weeks ago I watched this same video for Knee bursitis. Since watching it I started flexing the glutes while sitting, and changed my walk to where the knee swings on its own (without the quad pulling it strait), forward, to place the foot on the ground. Then Focus on the glutes for holding the leg in place as it goes behind me for the next step. It looks like a slight limp.
I hike a bunch, but have had to scale it back the last year due to knee bursitis. The worst when going uphill. Then there is IT band issues if going downhill to long, same knee. The only thing I changed was what you suggested in this video. Now, about 2 weeks later My knee is virtually pain free. I am able to bend the knee past the point of where the pain would have set in, still expecting to feel that pain. It is not 100% yet but the hikes are so much better without the pain. I can even use that leg to step up onto a high ledge, with no pain. It still has some pain if fully bent, but it used to be much more painful a little over halfway bent.
I am now hoping this will eventually remove all the pain. Then there is the Achilles tendonitis, or possibly heal bursitis, going on as well in the other foot.
I like so much your professional dedication and heartfelt exposee❤
So glad I found your channel!!! I have knee osteoarthritis. I am able to activate my glutes separately from my quads but my quads were doing way to much work while walking. So I am in the process of building more strength in my quads and abdomen. Learning to walk again is really strange at 53 years old. 🤣
Hello Clayton, so glad you find our channel useful, thank you so much !
Glad to hear you are working on the correct walking cues, takes some time and practice but hopefully you're working toward bullet proofing those knee joints. Remember, USE THE GLUTES !! If you have any questions, please let us know :-) - Team EPMPT
My glutes really weak….need to start again . Will Try your ideas.
This is very motivating. I believe if I can do this correctly it will help.
THANK YOU!!! Already improved. Somehow this info coincides with my success at rehabing horses in the past.
Really thoughtful and practical advice. Thank you
Thank you for being such a truly good doctor - this is the kind of wholistic approach that we need to see so much more of in medicine.
David, Thank you. 1 month ago I woke up and couldn’t walk . Had excruciating pain in my right knee. Your video was in my feed and I paid attention. It just never occurred to me that quads worked with knees, knees worked calves, etc. Now, I work my quads all day, off and on now and my knees are much better. I also gently exercise my calves, ankles, hamstrings and quads daily. Day by day I’ve improved. I just turned 70 and I will forever exercise my quads! And a special note for us ladies, I really think the daily quad workout is helping to strengthen my abdominal floor muscles.
All the best to everyone!
My mistake, I will forever exercise my glutes!
@@MH-xi8xwI am glad you corrected yourself. I was wondering how you could get so far off base.😊
@@bryanwarm2471 Yeah, I guess I had quads on the brain . But the regular glute exercises have made a big difference.
I have had lot of frustration from physiotherapist to understand my kNEE issue and fix it. I am now following your instructions and hopefully will see a result. I have a Patella cartilage injury and Disc bulge in the lower back. I am going to start strengthening my glutes
Thanks for the guidance it is working for me
Thank you for all your valuable information, you are the most legit source of education!!
I have bone on bone severe osteoarthritis and my glutes are fine. Toes and foot arch is another problem. Thank you so much for your explanation.
Awesome video. thank you ao much
Hi Goinsomewhere, We are happy to help! Thank you so much for the kind words. Just in case you are interested we have a playlist for knee arthritis help playlist you may find helpful. You can access it here: “Knee Arthritis Help”
th-cam.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1maa9YF-WmKLF7oI4VoczH8i.html
Start with one or two exercises, beginning with the smallest range of motion and the lowest intensity. As you feel stronger, you can gradually increase both the range of motion and intensity. It’s best to do these exercises every day throughout the day. Aim to tire out the muscle without losing form or control. Consistency is key. Always avoid working through pain; soreness and mild discomfort are normal, but pain is not.
We hope you found this information helpful to you.We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
Wonderful explanation.
Excellent info bless you
Thanks a lot sir
You are making alot of sense. I sometimes watch a guy from England, HT Physio, he kinda said the same thing. Tight thigh muscles pull up and tight calf muscles pull down therefor bone on bone. That statement clicked for me. Made sooo much sense.
Will has a great channel, I watch him a lot
So true, i developed mine in my 20s and found out i had sjogrens which affects joints and connective tissue. Now in my 40s still have knee pain occasionally and been on arthritis meds for a long time.
I am loving this info on glutes. I have been to PT lots. But these exercises seem to be the most help for my knee pain on steps.
Bill
Thank you, Dr. David. The more I do the exercises, the easier it is to get the glutes to fire. This is helping both my right knee and right hip! I was born with CHD in my right hip, and always stood with more weight on my left leg. I finally figured this all out at age 72, even through I started with an orthopaedist at age 24. Wish I had known this back then.
Hi Debra,
We're sorry to hear you’ve been dealing with challenges from CHD and the pain in your knee and hip-it’s something many people can’t fully understand unless they’ve experienced it themselves. It’s incredible to hear how the exercises are helping you get your glutes to fire and providing relief! Thank you so much for sharing your story and kind words. Your persistence and progress are truly inspiring! Keep up the great work-you’ve got this!
Thank you ❤
OMG, so glad to found your video, this is a fantastic education for everyone ( not just people with knee issues) to keep your knees out of pain, it's also great for the posture stand. Work on the feet , toes, and glue activation as you said is obsolutely the best advice ......thank you for sharing your knowledge with public, god bless !!
I really love this guy❤. His advice is the best!!
Thank you, hurt my knee on vacation 3 weeks ago, just got home. You are helping me so much just 2 days into strengthening my gluten. So grateful for your help. 😊
Hi Cynthia! We are so sorry to hear that you hurt your knee 3 weeks ago! Especially on vacation, that must have pout a little dent on your trip!
We are so glad to hear that we have been able to help through our videos, keep up the great work! Hopefully you had a great time away despite the little setback.
Please keep us updated on your progress! 🧡🙌🏽
Life changing information
Thank you
Thank you🙏Exccellent advice 👏
Listen to this guy! I suffered with knee pain for years. My pain has reduced by 90% when using my glutes to walk. GAME CHANGER!
Hi Taunia,
That’s amazing to hear! So many people don’t realize how much glute activation can make a difference in knee pain until they experience it themselves. We’re so glad this has been a game changer for you! Thank you for sharing your experience-it’s so encouraging for others who are still struggling. Keep up the great work!
Thanks again ❤
Hey Maria, you are so welcome!
I need to understand this well to avoid knee surgery
What a great help! Thank you Sir for that Exelent help - I’m free of pain !
What you’re saying makes sense. No wonder I’m not getting better with PT. They’ve given me a few glute exercises, but they’re not checking to make sure I’m actually firing up my glutes. I really think I’m using my quads instead. The other day they used a machine on me which really activated my quads and my knee pain felt much worse the following day. It’s frustrating because we want to advocate for ourselves, but they feel we’re being noncompliant. Appreciate you educating us.
You are so welcome Vid! We are so sorry to hear that you have been getting worse with traditional PT. It is so important to always check and make sure the glutes are performing the work that they are supposed to. We truly hope that you can start to see a difference when using the glutes more.
I now realize that my lifelong anxiety disorder and CPTSD have caused super strength in my quads from being held rigid all the time. I’ve always noticed that my quads and hands (from doing activities in a chair) are super strong in spite of my many debilitating illnesses, and that the rest of me is complete mush. That is why I can’t walk anymore. I do also have problems with my foot arches and my feet are pointing inwards. Now I will try to catch my tensing quads and bend my knees to release them! THANK YOU!
Hello Wendy, so sorry to hear you are dealing with this situation :-(
Hopefully we can help you gain some strength so you may enjoy activities that don't feel so well at the moment.
Here is an exercise you can get started on today !
th-cam.com/users/shorts8IH3s8Ia67E?feature=shared
Please check out the video and let us know if you have any questions !
- Team EPMPT
What a teacher❤
❤❤❤. Thank you