Osteoarthritis in my knees

NurseMisty

My right knee has been making some sounds lately and getting sore. So I went to the doctor and I found out it's osteoarthritis and it's beginning in the left knee also. The problem now is what to do for exercise. 95% of my exercise is walking. I don't run, so not a biggie that I can't. Doc said no lunges or squats. I'm trying to get into get lap swimming classes. What else can I do that will be easy on the knees.

lyla29

Bike riding is supposed to be better on the knees, and I have heard that the elliptical is also easier on the knees. I have a problem with my left knee hurting me also, so I had to give up doing lunges and squats (although they sure did help with toning :ohwell: ) I walk on the treadmill, and also bike ride. I can't seem to get used to the elliptical. I'm not sure what other exercises would be good.

havingitall

Elliptical is good because the impact on your joints is minimal, the stationary bike ( or your own bicycle are good as well. Swimming laps is awesome exercise and because of the bouyancy in the water your joints have minimal impact

Good luck

christahollis

I've got a 13-year reconstructed knee, with the arthritis, and some more recent damage. I'm not supposed to be running but I do anyway.
If you're looking for low impact and awesome workout...try an arc trainer. I'm in love with the one at my gym.

rinalynn

I have a 20 year old reconstructed knee and I have RA I jog and do squats, I take fish oil and flaxseed oil and I also follow and anit inflamitory diet and l feel so much better. I am doing exercises now that I haven't been able to do for a long time. I have and elipticile (sp) machine and I don't like it, But we are all different you may enjoy it. Swimming is awesome.

onfleur

I have two bad knees, two bulging disks and a herniated disk in my back as well. For me, exercise in the pool is most beneficial. It does not hurt my knees or my back. Perhaps you could find a great water aerobics class which includes toning. My best to you.:flowerforyou:

kdive

Swimming is definitely a great way to go. I've been through 3 surgeries on my rt knee so lunges and running have been out of the picture for a while. Bicycling is great also, you may need to raise the seat a little higher than normal to avoid any wear and tear. I still use a road bike and a mountain bike and torture myself with spin classes in the winter. Elliptical didn't work for me but the arc trainer is fantastic.