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Discussion: Knee Pain
Subject: Knee Pain By: Katherine Sandoz Written on: 2005-04-08 18:35:34 Message: Any expert tips on soothing knee pain from overtraining? Right now I'm using ice, Advil and gentle stretching, and laying off the training a bit this week. Any tips for a faster recovery?
Subject: RE: Knee Pain By: John D Written on: 2005-05-09 14:32:54 Message: I think your bigger question is what is causing the knee pain. Running? Biking? I sure hope it's not the swimming! 1) get into a GOOD running store and have them analyze your stride. You might need a shoe that offers more stability if you're overpronating (or under, for that matter). 2) consider orthodics. My insurance won't pay for them, but if yours does, GET THEM. Even if you only slightly overpronate everyone I know who has had them swears it alleviates their knee pain. If like me you can't afford them, you might try some of the good "orthodics" like Superfeet. There are others and all cost about $30. 3) Get your bike fitted! It's about $45-$60 but worth it. Moving the seat backward or forward, up or down, can have a dramatic affect on relieving knee pain. Do it right though and get a fit. If you're knew to training every day, your joints aren't used to all the battering. In fact, it might take a year or three for your ligaments and connective tissues to get used to the punishment your bones and muscles are doling out. This makes it more important to take care and avoid the knee pain in the first place. So look to your shoes to start with and then the bike. Minor tweaks can really make a huge difference. good luck
Subject: RE: Knee Pain By: Kristina Woodhall Written on: 2005-05-09 17:25:38 Message: look up a chiropractor in your area who specializes in "Active Release Technique" (ART)...its a soft tissue/biomechanics specialty...it helped me with my knee pain...i'm able to run again, with NO pain after being in pain for the last 2 years...my chiropractor is a miracle worker!
Subject: RE: Knee Pain By: John D Written on: 2005-05-16 08:22:53 Message: AND a good chiropractor, like Kristina says. Preferably someone with a sports background. Plenty of chiropractors out there that are also triathletes, swimmers, bikers, etc. If you're in the DC area let me know and I can give you a fantastic top amateur Xterra triathlete chiro.
Subject: Following Up: Knee Pain By: Katherine Sandoz Written on: 2005-05-18 14:26:08 Message: Great advice! Fitted with new shoes, my knee pain disappeared. I needed more support. I think I still might investigage ART therapy...I've been hearing about that a lot lately, and have always had neck/back problems.
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