Knee problems... :(

Lisgetsfitter

when I was training for a 10k Last month I tried to go faster on the tread mill and then the next two days after my knee became swollen and locking up in the back of the knee. The locking up has stopped but running doesn't feel right at all. If I sit in a chair and try to lift my legg it feels like a lot of resistance on it. I did yoga okay today but couldn't do Zumba or jumping jacks.

TavistockToad

Have you been to a doctor?

Lisgetsfitter

I haven't yet but I have been using ice packs

maxit

Keep using ice packs and make an appt with your doc and lay off of high impact or anything else that hurts until you get a medical consult

robw235

Knee pain is no stranger to me, especially at my age. Definitely get it checked in case you have a small tear. Years ago I tore cartiledge in the knee and by the time I saw a doctor, I could hardly get out of a chair without pushing on a table for support. Not fun. Needed surgery to fix the problem. Take care and rest it until you see a Dr.

Lisgetsfitter

I have been reading a lot about runners knee but when I read about meniscus tears it also sounds like that. I will make an appointment soon

cheshirecatastrophe

Yeah, definitely see a doctor. That doesn't sound at ALL like runner's knee, ITBS, or any of the usual running overuse injuries. That sounds like trauma-damage.

lulucitron

I agree on seeing a doctor. Knee pain could mean several things. I find if I keep my hips stretched and open then my back, knees and ankles are good but the minute my hips, glutes and psoas get tight then everything goes. Yoga seems to help keep things in line. Some exercises trigger knee pain so I avoid them (box jumps are bad for me).

MargaretSobers

Yeah, that is good for you. Discuss with a doctor about this. Sometimes a little injury can harm a lot. And also stop running till then you meet the doctor.

AllanMisner

Go to a sports doctor.

Lisgetsfitter

Thanks good advice