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  • Is Biking Good For Your Knees? | 4 Reasons Why It’s Good and How to Fix Errors

    Is Biking Good For Your Knees? | 4 Reasons Why It’s Good and How to Fix Errors

    Cycling is a low-impact activity available to almost everybody. But, what if you have a knee injury? Or arthritis? Is biking good for your knees? The short answer is: Yes! Cycling is a safe form of exercise to keep your knees healthy and strong. You can keep your range of motion, recover from an injury,…

  • 5 Best Knee Stretches For Basketball Players (With Instructions And Pro Tips)

    5 Best Knee Stretches For Basketball Players (With Instructions And Pro Tips)

    Doing knee stretches for basketball is a common warm-up staple to stay injury free. The key is to work on all the important muscles around your knee joint – the hamstring, quads, calf, adductors, and IT band. The best part is that these stretching exercises are easy and won’t take too much time. We’ll discuss…

  • Are Knee Sleeves Good For Running? | They Can & Here’s Why

    Are Knee Sleeves Good For Running? | They Can & Here’s Why

    Running comes with its own set of knee injuries, including the notorious runner’s knee or PFPS, meniscus tears, and tendonitis. And, as I’m sure you’ve noticed, many runners wear sleeves over their joints. This raises the question: Are knee sleeves good for running? (1) To cut straight to the point, yes, knee sleeves are helpful…

  • How To Strengthen Knees For Basketball? | 10 Effective Exercises With Instructions

    How To Strengthen Knees For Basketball? | 10 Effective Exercises With Instructions

    Basketball is a fast-moving sport that could take its toll on your body if you don’t prepare for it. So, one of the best things you can do is to learn how to strengthen knees for basketball. All you need are a pair of dumbbells and a physioball to perform the exercises correctly. Below we’ll…

  • 11 Effective Exercises For Knee Pain (With Pictures) | Tips And Hacks To Boost Results

    11 Effective Exercises For Knee Pain (With Pictures) | Tips And Hacks To Boost Results

    There are thousands of exercises for knee pain available out there. This makes sense – the stronger your lower leg and thigh muscles, the less risk of knee pain. But the truth is that so many of them don’t work, or can be harmful without the right guidance. (1) So, our team of physical therapists…

  • 9 Best Knee Braces for Sports In 2022

    9 Best Knee Braces for Sports In 2022

    Playing sports inevitably increases your risk of knee issues. But, having the right knee brace can help you recover faster and even reduce your risk of injury. Now, the best knee brace for sports is the one that helps you perform better without restricting your range of motion. Compression sleeves are a popular choice. They reduce…

  • 5 Easy & Gentle Knee Exercises for Seniors

    5 Easy & Gentle Knee Exercises for Seniors

    Enjoying your retirement years isn’t only about living in an incredibly stunning beach house or reaping the fruits of your investments bought through SMSF loans. But it’s also about having the strength to do the activities you’ve always wanted to do, like travelling, gardening or working on different DIY home projects. So as you ease…

  • When Is Surgery Necessary For Osteoarthritis Of The Knee? | Decision-Making Guide

    When Is Surgery Necessary For Osteoarthritis Of The Knee? | Decision-Making Guide

    If you have knee osteoarthritis, it’s natural to wonder when surgery is necessary. The short answer is that you’ll need surgery when your quality of life has severely deteriorated due to arthritis. The catch is that this is extremely subjective. For an athlete, it can be the inability to play sports. For others, it might…

  • Knees Hurt When Exercising | A Physical Therapist Explains 5 Common Reasons

    Knees Hurt When Exercising | A Physical Therapist Explains 5 Common Reasons

    Do your knees hurt when exercising? You’re not alone. This is a common exercise complaint I’ve seen in my patients. They wonder why this happens and, more importantly, how to avoid it. And, honestly, the causes vary widely. Some people feel pain because their thigh muscles are weak. Others, because their joints don’t have enough…

  • Can You Wash A Knee Brace? | Complete Guide

    Can You Wash A Knee Brace? | Complete Guide

    You’ve been wearing your knee brace for a few training sessions now. It’s starting to smell like an old sock from all the dirt and sweat. So, can you wash a knee brace? If so, how? Well, yes! You should wash your knee brace, and often. You’ll prolong its life and prevent skin problems. Not…