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Knee injury? How did you treat it?

melmckay99
melmckay99 Posts: 358
edited January 4 in Fitness and Exercise
Hi!

I've had pain in my knee right at the base of my kneecap for about a year now. My physiotherapist said it's tendonitis and has been treating me for that (giving me exercises, ultrasound, tissue massage etc ... ). I have been seeing him for 2 months now, I'm exercising all the time to build up strength in my legs, hips etc ... but the pain is still there! Nothing seems to be improving. I am getting so discouraged because I'm afraid that it will never get better and then I will have this sore knee for the rest of my life that will restrict me from doing the things I want to do.....

Anyone else have injuries that prevent them from doing the physical activities they want? How did you deal with it?

Anyone have experiece with knee injuries and have any tips for me?

Thanks!

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  • dreilingda
    dreilingda Posts: 122 Member
    Make sure you're doing the PT exactly as prescribed and don't overdo anything else. A lot of exercise related injuries are due to overuse so make sure you aren't making that mistake. I am coming back from 2 injuries this year (1 requiring knee surgery, 1 just rest), and it's tough from a mental standpoint because you just want to be able to do the things that you love. But I try not to have a pity party about it and just focus on recovery and the little break it gives me.

    Just stay strong and you'll get through it. Rest up and good luck!
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