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I feel I have to share this! I really have had a hard time on treadmills with my knees! Our home burned in 12/2010, we lost everything! Still our glass was half full!! Praise God!! I had a room of equipment 2 treadmills included! last year, I finally decided on a piece of equipment, I ordered the bow flex tread climber.
It is the best workout I’ve ever tried! Wears me out in less time, then I noticed my knees and hips did not hurt! Almost a year now and still no knee pain! Promise I’m not advertising for them, but glad I made that decision!!!Bonitag,
Yes, I have heard that the tread climber is great on the knees! It is basically an elliptical and treadmill in one. I love the elliptical because it does not put as much compression on the joints!Thank you for sharing!
Meagan, I think it is the gradual aging progress. I have always been physically active most of my. It is since I retired, other than brisk walking every day only my fingers got exercise. [Typing, Clicking the remote for my audio- video equipment-LoL!] Since I joined TDC I have slowly stepped up my exercise program a bit at a time. One of my friends who used to do the over 50 cross country foot racing with me suggested that I start on Glucosamine. I just need validation from an expert. Again, thanks Meagan.
Bob et al…. try to get your glucosamine naturally and all your vitamins and nutrients for that matter. Udo’s oil is a very good natural way to get your glucosamine. Bee pollen, chlorella, spurilium, goji berries, blueberries, chia seeds, coconut oil. I try not to take anything processed especially pills.
Yes I had Achilles surgery ! Ouch! I need bilateral knee replacements. I can’t afford them now. I haven’t worked since July. Looking for a job but trying to learn how to walk with pretty much bone on bone is tough . I feel my md did not take care of my needs post op. . Bummer now I’m trying to get in shape. My Achilles r still both tight ! My knees always ache I’ve had 6 micro fractures, an abrasion surgery, acl , 7 knee surgeries all together. Now post op Achilles with nonweightbearing bearing for 4 weeks , trying to learn how to walk without pain meds for another month.ouch! The next 2 months trying just to walk! My muscles have suffered atrophy! Knees have really weakened! I take magnanese,copper , osteo biflex with 5 loxin,1/2 Vicodin every 3 hours (4 a day),tramadol at night, krill oil, flaxseed,cherry turmeric, I have an eliptical and total gym. I spend most of my money on shoes cuz my feet n knees hurt, trying to lose pounds, and not eating much toxins like wheat,Corn,soy products. Also trying to make homeside. I’m sick of the pain, weakening knees,and restrictions. Any suggestions?
Hi, Kritter. I have been considering your background and checking a number of sources, and at the risk of being discouraging, I really, truly recommend that you get that sort of advice from a physical therapist that is either familiar with your case or can evaluate your background in order to recommend anything that uses your legs.
To strengthen other parts of your body to compensate, you can consider working on your “core” by doing sit ups, sitting weight lifting, push-ups in which you don’t lock your knees, and stretches to maintain your flexibility (i.e leg lifts while you are on your back, to strengthen your thighs so they take the stress off your knees).I am joining today, I have bad knees and am currently trying to lose weight and get stronger so I can have a knee replacement surgery………it’s bone on bone for me…….I do the injections thou……..I am looking for friends with same probs and advise.
I am joining today, I have bad knees and am currently trying to lose weight and get stronger so I can have a knee replacement surgery………it\’s bone on bone for me…….I do the injections thou……..I am looking for friends with same probs and advise.
I had a total knee replacement October 2013 and still recuperating. I also have been diagnosed with
Fibromyalgia. I use toning tables for an exercise programme 3 days a week and treadmill twice a week. Am new to the club so hope with the eating programme and exercise I shall be slim again (I hope)
Heather ButlerTry bicycling. Had knee replacement surgery and it was the best thing I’ve done. Stationary bike takes stress off of knees and ride without injury or pain. That was doctor ordered. Orthopaedic Surgeon. Help with fibromyalgia is Lyrica. I no longer need opiates. Easy stretching. Breathing and meditation. MOVE, don’t rest all day. Just move as much as you can. Use electric carts at stores as you shop. Surgey Consultation recommended. Check Doctor’s history and references from patients treated.Feel better soon and keep moving.
Try swimming! I have had one knee replacement and surgery on other knee. I tore my Achilles’ tendon last fall. So you see I am an orthopedic wreck! Swimming has been a life saver. I feel so much better, my blood pressure has gone way down and I am much stronger. And swimming is very easy on your knees.
I HAD VERICROSE VEINS REMOVED FROM MY RIGHT KNEE. IT HAS BEEN TWO YEARS AND I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO EXERCISE AS BEFORE. I USED TO DO SOME YOGA, CAN’T GET BACK UP OFF THE FLOOR. I NOW TRY ON A CHAIR. I USE TO DO CARDIO CLASSES AND SPIN, JUST A FEW YEARS AGO. NOW EVERY THING HURTS. I HAVE HAD EVERY MEDICAL EXAM KNOWN TO MAN, NO ANSWERS FOUND. I DO KEEP AS BUSY AS I CAN PARK FAR, USE THE STAIRS ETC. ANY IDEAS. THANKS. MARIE IN RENO
I have bad knees bone on bone – plus I have a neglected Achilles Ruptured Tendon – can not hardly walk a few feet – feel as if I have suddenly aged years – didn’t help I had Giant Cell Artistes and had to go on very high steroids – which made everything worse and put 2 tone in weight on me – really need to get the stones off – will this diet really do it – as I am finding working out what to eat a full time job !!
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