Improve THIS to Reduce Knee Stiffness Going Down Stairs + 3 exercises
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Knee stiffness going down the stairs...your knee may not be solely to blame...
Instead, focusing on this joint can help you unlock stiffness and go down the stairs with ease. This particular joint is chronically tight in those with knee osteoarthritis and often ignored...
The one secret to fixing stiff knees when going down the stairs is...focusing on the ANKLES. Improving ankle mobility can help to make going down the stairs much easier and allow you to go down one after the other.
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In this video you'll learn three of the best exercises to help improve your ankle mobility from Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PT and osteoarthritis specialist and Kristin, who is an Adventurer for Life and has a bone on bone knee.
When asking what was her biggest takeaway from working together and what helped her the most in her journey to finding relief from knee osteoarthritis, she said the ankles were a big eye-opener. She thought the stiffness she had on the stairs was totally attributed to the knee.
This video can be helpful for you to test your ankle mobility as well as find ways to improve it.
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Disclaimer: This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Kuhn and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Move Well Age Well, LLC and Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PT, DPT are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any conclusions drawn, services or product you obtain through this post, video or site. Complete all exercises at your own risk.
@GermaineRoss-sg9pf 4 ай бұрын
These are so awesome- really like having real people with real issues!
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Glad you like these videos
@carmeliaoquinn2441 4 ай бұрын
Thankyou. I'm 53 & my left knee started giving out on my 3yrs ago. I was told its arthritis, but a knee replacement is not necessary yet. Some days are ok, but most days are brutal. Your vidoes are what get me through the day. I used to walk 2-3hrs a day, but now I'm happy if I can walk 45mins. You inspire me not to give up.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
You can do it!
@karylelliott2303 Ай бұрын
Thank you Dr. Alyssa for you videos on oesteoarthris, especially knees. Maneuvering the staircase (step savers) is a task.😢😢😢😢
@arthritisadventure Ай бұрын
You are welcome! Thanks for watching.
@kmnancy965 4 ай бұрын
Great video. Like having a "real" person demonstrate!
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@user-qo9jx7tn7l 4 ай бұрын
Yesssss... another level of exercise...yet,still very very simple...no fancy tools..and still works.... Hmmmm.... Thanks a lot ..Alyssa and Kristen....😊🎉
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
You're welcome!
@user-qo9jx7tn7l 4 ай бұрын
@@arthritisadventure the pleasure on me... Alyssa... just change a little bit of focus to my ankle... that's it... everything changed... Waouw....amazing...
@kathrynbarker7967 4 ай бұрын
Beautiful, thank you Alyssa - you are fabulous ❤
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Thank you! Glad you liked the new video. Tune in for more to come in the coming weeks.
@petrinapyatt9003 4 ай бұрын
excellent teacher. explains things slow and clear.
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@dee4435 4 ай бұрын
I needed this so much. Thank you.
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@LogBase10R3-ip6qs 4 ай бұрын
All your videos are excellent concise and to the point, thank you from the uk.
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Glad you like them!
@ceebeecee56 4 ай бұрын
Wow, just did these movements. Not only did it feel good, but I increased range of motion. Thank you.
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Great!!
@MADAMPIMPX24 4 ай бұрын
I sincerely appreciate Kristin's examples! You inspired me to get my ankles moving!❤
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
That’s great!
@nancyorchard8867 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for this...this is my problem so I'm anxious to get started on these!
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
You got this!
@CapeCodBelle 4 ай бұрын
Great video!!!
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Thank you!!
@panagiotischristo 4 ай бұрын
Great job.
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the visit
@d.haskins3840 4 ай бұрын
Ty both
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Welcome!
@janerogers5717 4 ай бұрын
Very helpful, thank you
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it!
@Wanda-fu5cm 4 ай бұрын
I love your videos and do try to add the exercises into my daily activities. Thank you.
@arthritisadventure 3 ай бұрын
Glad you like them!
@spiritreadings7779 4 ай бұрын
💜💜💜💜Thank you for helping, its very valuable 💜💜💜💜
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@ourlifeinnorthcarolina4231 4 ай бұрын
Thank you! ❤
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
You're welcome 😊
@pratibhamehta1281 4 ай бұрын
Very nice exercise for going down stairs case
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
🙌🏼🙌🏼
@nancyhagood3568 4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! I had my big toe fused last year, I knew I had issues but did not realize it could be my ankle. I plan to do these exercises daily!
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
You're so welcome!
@sharonmitchel1377 4 ай бұрын
Very helpful! I do have stiff ankles and knees. This should really help!
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@annaawik989 4 ай бұрын
Tkank you very much❤🙂
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
You're welcome!
@mariacurrie742 4 ай бұрын
Brilliant 👏 thank you so much for these exercises. I'm going to start them straight away 😊x
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Glad to hear!
@mariacurrie742 4 ай бұрын
@@arthritisadventure can you tell me how long it will be before I noticed a difference!? X
@rekhavekaria562 4 ай бұрын
Very good exercise
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
yep! Glad you like it.
@majesea 4 ай бұрын
Can you provide a link for the step or what to look for please… love your channel so helpful and doable ❤
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Step stool link: amzn.to/3wHnvqC
@o.m.blackadder5814 4 ай бұрын
Oh wow. Perfect for me.
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Great!
@janetmahaffey4845 4 ай бұрын
Never disappointed!
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Glad you liked the video!
@LaShumbraBates 4 ай бұрын
The same exercises my physical therapist had me doing. And yes they did help. I need to get back to doing those exercises. I've been feeling some regression. 😒
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Glad you saw benefit from the exercises. Good luck in getting back into the movements.
@Ggmaquilts 4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! Using your exercises have helped my leg movements so much! 😊
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Wonderful!
@tinasyoga 4 ай бұрын
Nice and interesting how the joint you think is the issue, is not the issue
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Glad you liked the video. Our joints work in funny ways.
@cynthiasuzanne 4 ай бұрын
Question - when I try the ankle dorsiflexion exercise, it puts additional stress on my knee, as my knee is extending beyond the toe of my foot. I’m wondering whether there is an alternative, or a solution to eliminate the amount of pressure on my knee during the exercise?
@urmiladomnic2363 3 ай бұрын
Dear mam I need support how I will do the excercise. Ur written instructions obstruct the demonstration pl thankyou dear, you are awesome 🙏🇮🇳👍👌🌷♥️
@antoniafurla9421 4 ай бұрын
What about the heel of the leg behind, does it need to be kept down too? Distance between the legs? Support with your hand(s) and posture?
@lynnegibbons2603 Ай бұрын
Thankyou so much. I knew my ankles were stiff but I have a lot less movement than Kristin, could you let us know how long she has been doing these exercises for to progress so much? In addition my knees double click each time, it doesn't hurt so I will persist is this a problem? Thanks so much
@zanathzanath7236 4 ай бұрын
PLEASE show the best exercise for bottom left foot numbness only happens in the morning ❤😢
@marjoriegarner5369 4 ай бұрын
Thank you. Whstca bkess I ng.
@Notperfecttonya 4 ай бұрын
Please, will these exercises help if my subtalar joints are shot? Mine need to be fused but cannot because I have EDS.
@ewan0284 4 ай бұрын
What about the other foot how much far from the wall and at what angle ? that's about the first exercise
@sharonjensen3016 2 ай бұрын
I really need to do these exercises because I can't avoid stairs or steps forever.
@lisac8735 4 ай бұрын
How many sets do we do n how often per day
@poonamghai6260 4 ай бұрын
How to handle fibromyalgia in arms. Please advise.
@maryfolks9368 4 ай бұрын
This is a great video and I did the exercises with it. Is this something we should do every day? Or did you say that already. Getting my daughter ready for school at the same time lol😊
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Everyday or every other day can be helpful
@maryfolks9368 4 ай бұрын
@@arthritisadventure awesome, thank you so so much
@majesea 4 ай бұрын
I have trouble going up a stair … do you have a video for that the step up feels like a struggle
@karahamil3657 4 ай бұрын
My knees are bone on bone … can any exercise help???
@rendaf9003 4 ай бұрын
Could you do an exercise video that addresses this issue? I'm 51 and struggling to walk up steps after being very active in my life. I would love a 30 minute video
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Inside of my arthritis workout membership, Adventurers for Life, I have follow along workouts that address standing, walking, stair climbing and getting up from the floor. Here is a 14 day free trial you can give it a go: keeptheadventurealive.com/adventurers-for-life-free-trial/
@TPayne-fm8ie 4 ай бұрын
I'm going to try these when I throw the ball for my dog. I hope they help.
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Good luck! Say hi to your dog too!
@clc7378 4 ай бұрын
🎉 TY!
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
You're welcome! Glad you liked the video.
@christinepfister9193 4 ай бұрын
Do I do these for both legs?
@seaslife60 4 ай бұрын
Yes!
@shirleykennard3571 2 ай бұрын
I have this problem
@marjoriegarner5369 4 ай бұрын
Typo. Should read. "What a blessing."
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Got it! Thank you. Glad you liked the video.
@alaskabarb8089 4 ай бұрын
I would have liked to see her actually go down stairs after these exercises and remark on any differences she experienced. *** Maybe a video for those who do have knee joint issues. For instance, I walk up stairs normally, but lead with the same leg whilst descending, because of intermittent sharp pain of the patellar ligament when it bends more than 90 degrees (necessary for regular locomotion down the stairs). I do a lot of range of motion exercises in the pool with no problem, but it’s weight bearing during bending that exacerbates the issue. I also have calcific tendinitis from long-term hypothyroidism.
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
You can take a look at this video. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pOCPfLGendPSfp8.html
@wendyrodriguez5375 4 ай бұрын
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@dogmama4270 4 ай бұрын
❤
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@shee_travels6314 4 ай бұрын
❤❤
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Yes!
@DarlenePeckham 4 ай бұрын
Alyssa, what is your personal routine for your legs? You are sculpted!
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Thank you, I do a lot of different variations for exercise.
@manou1960 4 ай бұрын
👍❤
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Yes!
@arundhatimalviya3533 4 ай бұрын
My heel rises a bit when I do this. While touching the wall Is that OK?
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
For this exercise, try to keep the heel on the floor, as it raises, it becomes easier to touch the wall just from the heel lifting.
@jeanturner9084 2 ай бұрын
Can someone with Arthritis do this?
@arthritisadventure 2 ай бұрын
Yes- this channel specializes in arthritis.
@tejovatimyfav5371 4 ай бұрын
We have to practice both legs one after the other ,to touch the knee to the wall .she is doing one leg.?
@karolvoigt3636 4 ай бұрын
Alyssa ....I am bone on bone...tried the first exercise and it was snap, crackle, crunch...should I continue? It was a little scary. Thank you!!
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Joint noises are usually common and harmless. If accompanied consistently by significant pain- it may need more attention.
@marabaraboo3687 4 ай бұрын
And then later, your ankles hurt too...
@beckybooher340 4 ай бұрын
A5 I can't walk good an I can't bend my knee thanks for video
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
You're welcome for the video! More to come.
@tracyhall7057 4 ай бұрын
My problem is going up the stairs.
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
Here's a video on going up the stairs. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aJNgapCVl92YgqM.html
@elephantintheroom5678 4 ай бұрын
Oh my god, your legs are beautiful! I bet you can run; up and down stairs.
@nostalgiaman6816 4 ай бұрын
Do you have a video on exercises for a FROZEN SHOULDER? And can you do a video on how to get in and out of a “walk in” shower? It’s not really a walk in - it’s a 6-7 inch step down? 🤦🏻♂️
@arthritisadventure 4 ай бұрын
I will add the walk-in shower to list of ideas, thank you. I already have one for a bath tub if you want to check it out. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/m7iaksyhzZbHY5s.html
@nostalgiaman6816 4 ай бұрын
@@arthritisadventure what about the frozen shoulder?
@jamesagall 4 ай бұрын
Apple Cider Vinegar helps !! No joke.
@maryfolks9368 4 ай бұрын
I take ACV when I get heartburn which isn't very often since IF and kinda carnivore lol. Do you drink ACV every day? 😊
@alexanderh9878 4 ай бұрын
Like a lotion?
@celestiaam7997 4 ай бұрын
How does ACV help?