Thanks for the very useful information, I'm 6 months bilateral post op and started cycling and wow the discomfort but I'm sure with time I'm sure they will settle down. Still doing my pool physio everyday and that's made my recovery very easy.
I’ve never had knee pain before and it’s so annoying, This time last year I squatted 420 and after a bit of a hiatus I have knee pain squatting 275 and it’s so annoying
Hay doc I’ve just got a stationary bike at home to help recovery from a miniscus tear, how many 10 min exercises could I do in a day ? I’m keen to do more than one to assist in weight loss also
How does cycling compare to the 2024 fashion of using the sledge for knee rehab? Both push and pull. I work out 4 times a week and not sure if I should just do cycling 4 times a week or mix it up with the sledge. I know the easy answer is to say mix it up but I have tried sledging in the past and didn't notice any benefits from it. I did get hot and sweaty and my legs warm so I guess the benefit was blood flow but not sure if the bike is better bang for buck. Thoughts?
My BMD level is -1.4 and I have got some problem in my knees..It gets stiff...I am planning to buy a recumbent stationary bike..What's your take on this? Can I show you my Xray if it's okay with you?
Thanks for this. I recently got an e-bike. Recovering from a severely twisted knee (the only actual tear was lateral and the fibular fracture). The knee stiffness after riding seems pretty reasonable. I think having pedal assist for the hills has kept me from reinjuring. Would it be overkill to put my robocop brace on to do hills without using assist? Or would that hinder somehow?
Very good video and well explained. I have been told to use a recumbent bike to strengthen the muscles around my knee and another PT said bikes don't help build muscle which do you agree with?
@@apexmovebetter That should be what I need. I just (what I call tweak my knees) occasionally when dancing or kickboxing and if they are strengthened hopefully that won't happen. I am 78 and still going strong and want to keep it up. Thanks so much for your kindness and sharing.
Hi, this was very helpful but I have a question. I had surgery in one of my meniscus and it sometimes hurts. The other meniscus is torn. Is it ok if I go mountain biking. (Of course starting slow on flat then slowly advancing to mountains)?
LBJ 23 absolutely! Start with road biking first in the saddle then progress to out of saddle. Everyone is different but the key is the right progression
@Apex Orthopedic Rehabilitation Doctor told me fat pad impingement /inflammation. No tears via MRI. Going up and down stairs, bending became painful. A lot better after taking almost a year off from sports. But I feel that full strength is still not there. Thank you for your reponse
I mountain bike all the time with little to no problems but I did a 50 mile road ride this weekend with clipless peddles and it really caused a lot of pain. I’ve since tried to readjust the positioning of the cleat but had little luck in that endeavor. I also road without being clipped in and it seemed to help a good bit. Thank you for the video and also your quick response.
Just in case others ask. With knee pain, ( torn acl, worn cartilage,etc), I no longer use clipless… flat pedals both on the mtb, gravel and road bikes. Gives me the possibility of changing foot placement a little… and now no longer have problems.
Hi I have meniscus tear, I am trying to improve with Pilates and yoga. Will it won’t be sufficient? Is it compulsory to work through the stationary bike?
@@apexmovebetter Thanks a lot for the reply. Bikes are v expensive. May try to join gym for few months. My walking has improved a lot with pilates and exercise, still have problem in coming down from the steps. It's going to be three months already. Will bike speed up the recovery? How long will it take to get better. Thank you in advance 🙏🙏 Thx
@@manjusyogadance9570 you would probably benefit from adding a load and doing some step ups and body weight squats to eventually squats with weights even 5-10 lbs to start
I have a question. So I’ve had surgery on my knee because of torn meniscus. Then I took therapy for 2 months but I still have pain . My doctor told me to buy a bicycle and I don’t know what bicycle to buy. Can you recommend me one?
But is it okay for obese patient with past history on acl reconstruction & meniscus tear? doing it mainly for fitness purposes, trying to shed this weight down
It depends. The joint stress is often less as compared to walking and jogging depending on the resistance level you start with. Maybe good to talk to Physical Therapist before starting
Thanks for the very useful information, I'm 6 months bilateral post op and started cycling and wow the discomfort but I'm sure with time I'm sure they will settle down. Still doing my pool physio everyday and that's made my recovery very easy.
YOU ARE VERY VERY HELPFUL! THANK YOU FOR DOING WHAT YOU DO MAN!💥💯💥
Thanks!
I’ve never had knee pain before and it’s so annoying, This time last year I squatted 420 and after a bit of a hiatus I have knee pain squatting 275 and it’s so annoying
I needed to hear something like this, thank you very much!
jostm13 good luck
Stationary bike and later a regular bike was crucial for recovery after my knee replacements.
Absolutely!
Extremely helpful. Thankyou, man. Doing this twice a day.
Good luck! Tell us how you do
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This was very insightful and relatable! Thanks
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Hay doc I’ve just got a stationary bike at home to help recovery from a miniscus tear, how many 10 min exercises could I do in a day ? I’m keen to do more than one to assist in weight loss also
How does cycling compare to the 2024 fashion of using the sledge for knee rehab? Both push and pull. I work out 4 times a week and not sure if I should just do cycling 4 times a week or mix it up with the sledge. I know the easy answer is to say mix it up but I have tried sledging in the past and didn't notice any benefits from it. I did get hot and sweaty and my legs warm so I guess the benefit was blood flow but not sure if the bike is better bang for buck. Thoughts?
My BMD level is -1.4 and I have got some problem in my knees..It gets stiff...I am planning to buy a recumbent stationary bike..What's your take on this? Can I show you my Xray if it's okay with you?
Thanks for this. I recently got an e-bike. Recovering from a severely twisted knee (the only actual tear was lateral and the fibular fracture). The knee stiffness after riding seems pretty reasonable. I think having pedal assist for the hills has kept me from reinjuring. Would it be overkill to put my robocop brace on to do hills without using assist? Or would that hinder somehow?
I think the brace would overkill. The braces never quite guide the knee on its natural access.
@@apexmovebetter thank you very much! Paranoid over reinjury might be an understatement
Very good video and well explained. I have been told to use a recumbent bike to strengthen the muscles around my knee and another PT said bikes don't help build muscle which do you agree with?
It matters what you mean from build. It will strengthen your knees for endurance and improve slow twitch muscle fiber type.
@@apexmovebetter That should be what I need. I just (what I call tweak my knees) occasionally when dancing or kickboxing and if they are strengthened hopefully that won't happen. I am 78 and still going strong and want to keep it up. Thanks so much for your kindness and sharing.
Hi, this was very helpful but I have a question. I had surgery in one of my meniscus and it sometimes hurts. The other meniscus is torn. Is it ok if I go mountain biking. (Of course starting slow on flat then slowly advancing to mountains)?
(partially torn I should say)
LBJ 23 absolutely! Start with road biking first in the saddle then progress to out of saddle. Everyone is different but the key is the right progression
Apex Orthopedic Rehabilitation appreciate it!!
The back of my left knee hurts i have done cycling class and it hurts much worse the next day ? Wondering if there is more of a problem ?
You may need a formal evaluation to make a personalized treatment plan. Possible change in bike set up for class
Hi, for an overuse sports injury (knee). What's your thoughts on peddling backwards vs backwards slid pull? Trying to improve joint strength.
It matters if meniscal, patella femoral or patella tendinitis.
@Apex Orthopedic Rehabilitation Doctor told me fat pad impingement /inflammation. No tears via MRI. Going up and down stairs, bending became painful. A lot better after taking almost a year off from sports. But I feel that full strength is still not there. Thank you for your reponse
Does using the bicycle by the mountain road cause bone problems?
I doubt it
Can someone with a grade 2 meniscus tear do this?
Doing the bike at my physical therapist office always lead to swelling
Interesting. How long? What level? Is it painful when doing it? Can you give me some background?
can u rent a exercise bike from a medical supply company
It seems that the cycling is what causes my knee to flare up. It doesn’t bother me when I run. I’m hoping I can figure this out.
It could be related to how your bike is set up. You made need a formal evaluation to figure this out.
I mountain bike all the time with little to no problems but I did a 50 mile road ride this weekend with clipless peddles and it really caused a lot of pain. I’ve since tried to readjust the positioning of the cleat but had little luck in that endeavor. I also road without being clipped in and it seemed to help a good bit. Thank you for the video and also your quick response.
Just in case others ask. With knee pain, ( torn acl, worn cartilage,etc), I no longer use clipless… flat pedals both on the mtb, gravel and road bikes. Gives me the possibility of changing foot placement a little… and now no longer have problems.
Hi,, i have mild knee problem,is ,i'm a biker ,it is ok to ride a bike everyday or every other day?
Start with every other and you should quickly move to every day. Vary intense shorter rides with easy longer rides.
Hi
I have meniscus tear, I am trying to improve with Pilates and yoga. Will it won’t be sufficient? Is it compulsory to work through the stationary bike?
It is not compulsory but helpful
@@apexmovebetter
Thanks a lot for the reply. Bikes are v expensive. May try to join gym for few months.
My walking has improved a lot with pilates and exercise, still have problem in coming down from the steps. It's going to be three months already. Will bike speed up the recovery? How long will it take to get better.
Thank you in advance
🙏🙏
Thx
@@manjusyogadance9570 you would probably benefit from adding a load and doing some step ups and body weight squats to eventually squats with weights even 5-10 lbs to start
@@apexmovebetter
Thanks a lot. I have started now.
I have a question. So I’ve had surgery on my knee because of torn meniscus. Then I took therapy for 2 months but I still have pain . My doctor told me to buy a bicycle and I don’t know what bicycle to buy. Can you recommend me one?
I really like TRue bikes. We have One of the clinic
@@apexmovebetter okay thankyou
Basically biking is safe during knee injury.
Rupal M for most injuries. Correct
Apex Orthopedic Rehabilitation Just had my MRI report back and it says 5mm patellar cartilage loss. Do you think biking is ok? Thank you in advance 🙏
Rupal M you should be able to but if you have any range of motion restrictions that could affect your ability to progress.
But is it okay for obese patient with past history on acl reconstruction & meniscus tear? doing it mainly for fitness purposes, trying to shed this weight down
It depends. The joint stress is often less as compared to walking and jogging depending on the resistance level you start with. Maybe good to talk to Physical Therapist before starting
@@apexmovebetter Thank you so much for the reply, will talk to my physician before increasing intensity
I don't need the 'you might have hurt by'..Unnecessary. How to fix it is why I'm here.
Michelle P. We will be making more videos on solutions.
The context of an injury is fundamental for knowing if the treatment is appropriate.
Pretty rude considering he didn't have to post this very detailed and helpful video in the first place.
If you have no positive output better not to comment
@@dawnmariejudell4207 I will if you will!