Maintaining Physical Activity As You AGE, Weight Management, & Protecting Your Knees

The GBNO Show Episode 4 Maintaining Physical Activity As You AGE, Weight Management, & Protecting Your Knees

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Hey there, it’s Rob and Shannon! Welcome to another episode of the "Get Better, Not Older" podcast, where we dive into holistic health to help you live your best life.

We start by discussing the common causes and misconceptions surrounding knee pain, particularly knee arthritis. Just because you’ve been diagnosed doesn’t mean you’re destined for a life of immobility. We’ll discuss how muscle imbalances and poor mechanics can contribute to your discomfort and share our approach to assessing knee pain without relying solely on imaging results.

Next, we highlight the importance of physical activity, with walking as a key activity to enhance overall health. We know that knee pain can be a barrier, so we’ll guide you through strategies to address underlying issues and improve your mobility.

We also explore the concept of arthrogenic neuromuscular inhibition, explaining how chronic pain can lead to muscle weakness and further complications. You’ll learn how to combat these effects through targeted rehabilitation and strengthening exercises.

Throughout the episode, we emphasize the need for a holistic approach to health, advocating for proactive steps to manage knee pain and maintain an active lifestyle. We share real-life examples from our clinical practice, illustrating how addressing the root causes of pain can significantly improve your quality of life.

Join us as we uncover the secrets to mastering knee health, managing pain effectively, and incorporating sustainable physical activity into your daily routine. Remember, getting older doesn’t mean slowing down—you’re just getting better!

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[lynetteshelton]

Very informative. I like it. Thank you for tyevreminders.

[bdcochran]

I will make some comments.
Rotator cuff injuries. Only about 2% of the American population makes a living from farming. I manage a family farm. If you go back to the 1800s, nearly everyone was doing the equivalent of subsistence farming. By age 40, most men were disabled because there were no surgeries.

I had both shoulders done. The girlfriend had one shoulder done. The following works on recovery. I would go every day to a swimming pool, have both of us put water up to our necks and walk for an hour. Speak to a physical therapist. Even when therapy is free, 50% of the patients are no shows. The therapies used in rehab are too painful.

I have all kinds of different colored exercise bands. If a person anchors the band, holds it in front and side steps multiple times to one side, pushes the band away from the body, returns it to the body and steps back to the original position. Then turn around and and do it again multiple times. Iit helps tremendously.

Retired. Age 77. Balance problems. I have a daily walk. Up and down hill. Uneven surfaces. I do not wear the $250 sneakers. I wear heavy construction boots all day long and when doing the walk. This recognizes that I can improve strength and cardio endurance without endangering myself.