This is the last in a 3 part series of how to treat an injured knee and when to go see a healthcare professional.
We reviewed the different types of knee injuries and then we described how to go about treating a knee injury. Now we are going to cover what it's like to strengthen and rehab a knee.
Strength training when done properly can increase flexibility and the strength around the knee joints.
- Lunges
- Squats
- deadlift
- balance activities
- calf raises
To name a few movements that can be helpful in minimizing and at times eliminating knee dysfunction.
Activities such as
- bike
- swimming
- elliptical
- rower
- hiking
Can help improve
- balance
- coordination
- strength
Talk to your health provider who has some knowledge of strength training and seek out guidance from a fitness professional in your local community. A local fitness trainer may be better suited as their close proximity may be easier for you to make a commitment and be consistent to a structured fitness program.
Next Level Fitness is a small private fitness facility in Oakland, CA. It is located in the Grand Lake area of Oakland. Next Level Fitness provides chiropractic, personal training and small group training services to these areas of Oakland 94610, 94611, 94602. We cater to " Every-Body " but specialize in fitness services for adults 35 (+).
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