Exercises for Medial Knee Pain

Exercises for Medial Knee Pain

April 11, 2022

Multiple causes of pain in the inner knee may include degeneration of cartilage or thinning, also known as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid. This pain can also be caused by the tearing of the shock-absorbing meniscus Similar symptoms can be experienced after an acute twist, a sprained or twisted knee, or dislocation of the knee. Kneecap pain on the medial side may also be felt. Although there may be many causes for medial knee pain, there are several ways to alleviate some symptoms. Before you begin any exercise program, make sure your physical therapists conduct a thorough examination of your pain. Then, they will suggest the exercises. These are just a few of the most effective exercises.

Straight Leg Raise

This is a great exercise to activate the quadriceps muscles in the thigh. It can help with conditions like osteoarthritis, subluxed kneecap cap, or bursitis. These are the steps to complete this exercise
  • Place your knees in a bent position and lie down on your back.
  • To tighten the thigh muscles on the affected side,
  • Keep the muscle contract contracted, lift your injured leg 12 to 6 inches high. Your knee should not be bent during this exercise.
  • Keep this position for a second, then slowly lower it
  • Do 3 sets of 10 repetitions.

Single-Leg Balance

Single-leg balance exercises are a great way of strengthening your legs. They can also be beneficial for those with medial osteoarthritis or medial meniscal tears.
  • Place your foot on a level surface, straighten your knee and squeeze your thigh muscles.
  • Try to balance by lifting the other leg up in the air.
  • For 30 seconds, try to keep this position.
  • This process can be repeated 5-10 times
Once you are comfortable with the exercise, and you find it easy to hold your balance for 30 seconds, you can try this challenge again. You can stand on a couch or a question to complete this challenge. However, if you do lose your balance, make sure you have a chair nearby or any support material to grab. These exercises are not the only ones. We can also discuss many other exercises. It is almost impossible to include all exercises related to medial knee pain in one article.

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