Arthritis – From Snake Oil to Science and Success

[mayamaker]

I was diagnosed with Osteoarthritis of the knees a little over 10 years ago. I am 71 years old now. My Orthopedist doctor told me to strengthen my leg muscles so that they would support the knee joint. I have done these exercises daily - using leg machines at the gym, gradually increasing weights and now on most machines I can do 61 kg. On alternate days I do floor exercises for at least 45 minutes and have graduated to using 1 kg weights strapped to my ankles. I use knee supports while I am exercising. I have absolutely no pain. I am able to go trekking in the mountains that surround my residence (using lighter knee supports) every weekend. Recently, I was diagnosed with high blood pressure and put on medication. I changed my diet a bit and lost 7 kg. I am only 5 ft tall and my weight went up to 64 kg. So I am happy and thank my doctors for keeping me pain free without medication or surgery.

[AbdulAbulbulAmir]

Thank you. I'm 70 and had MRI a few years ago which showed some bone scrubbing ?? on my right hip. I could see the doctor was trying to sell me a hip replacement.
I told him that after swimming, I felt much better. He took this reluctantly but told me to continue swimming.
I've started walking up a mountain trail to take pictures. I found it was difficult to place either leg as they would give way a little so obviously started easing up. However, after a few days, it started to get better.
Stop being afraid. Do more of the same routine. Thank you again.

[OneAccordFitness]

Loved this presentation and lecture! Explained very specifically and easy to understand.

[natashagold]

Thank you....A very good lecture. Thank you for simplicity.

[grocket]

Thank you Doctor for the info. I started with knee pain not long ago but the information really is power. Knowing that I need to keep going is really the best thing to do . Thank you.

[Ali-exuk]

Thanks a lot for very informative and interesting information about Osteoarthritis,
I really appreciate it 🥰

[bookbeing]

Are no contrast or with contrast MRIs best for assessing knee pain?

[lillianebasco]

I have diagnosed 5 yrs ago osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis last year dr. Prescribed Methotrexate injection weekly. I went discover supplements called Shark Cartilage it helps alot please send me a any suggestions to help to slow the progression am going 76 yrs old this year