Manu Kalia – Knee Rehabilitation Strength Exercises
www.Ayurvedic-Oakland.com Manu Kalia (Physical Therapist and Clinical Ayurvedic Herbalist) lectures on knee rehabilitation and basic strengthening exercises. Contact: 510.508.4586 Manu@Ayurvedic-Oakland.com Manu Kalia is a Clinical Ayurvedic Herbalist, California State Licensed Physical Therapist with a Master of Physical Therapy degree. He is also a member of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association. He is an experienced health care practitioner and educator who has helped thousands of patients over the past 13 years of practice. He integrates the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and Yoga with western medicine concepts of Physical Therapy and Exercise Science. He has taught an integrated approach to health and wellness to people of all backgrounds and age groups with various health problems. He specializes in recovery and rehabilitation after injuries - knee problems, low back and sacro-liac joint pain, sciatica, shoulder and hip dysfunctions, etc. Emphasis is on Ayurvedic massage, customized herbs and herbal oils for detoxification, rejuvenation and healing the injured tissues. Physical Therapy treatments such as joint mobilization, soft tissue techniques, strength, mobility, balance and coordination exercises, body mechanics and posture education are combined with the Ayurvedic treatments. He also specializes in weight loss, detox/rejuvenation therapies and improving energy and strength. His focus is in helping people determine their Prakruti or unique mind body ...
March 8th, 2010 - 15:39
I really like your video especially since I’ve had knee problems for years. My only comment since you asked for it is maybe you should move that ladder away from the screen? Also, adjust your camera so that we can always see your whole body when you’re lying down and speaking. Otherwise, it’s pretty good!
March 8th, 2010 - 17:19
Dear Marylou
Thanks for the feedback. Much appreciated. Will make the appropriate changes. Take care.
Manu
June 22nd, 2010 - 22:51
I was playing soccer and I was running at full speed when I went to kick the ball and landed on my left leg. My left leg was fully extended after kicking the ball and my whole body weight was supported by it plus whatever extra force was added by my speed.
I felt the outside of my knee (lateral) sort of pop, now I can’t fully extend my leg or flex it without pain, but I am making a speedy recovery
any suggestions on exercises to help prevent this type of injury from happening again?
June 24th, 2010 - 01:01
First of all I would recommend getting your knee checked out to rule out serious ligament, cartilage, meniscus or muscle/tendon injuries. In my experience these sort of injuries linger and can get worst over time, especially if you intend to continue playing soccer.
Rehab guidelines are always to restore full painless range of motion of the joint, improve the strength of the local muscles (above and below the joint). Make sure there is no swelling, clicking, popping, giving out or locking.
June 26th, 2010 - 18:38
@AyurvedicHealing The doctor told me that I have arthritis which is water in the knee and was also told that I need to lose some weight. Well, I lost 15 pounds (not much) and the pain went away for three month, but the pain occur again. Will this exercises work on that problem knee? Thanks in advance.
June 28th, 2010 - 06:19
I over extended my leg playing ”soccer” and damaged my cartilage bottom of my knee, it turned out there was cartilage which was getting caught in my joint when i bent .. which caused the pain. I had an op 3 months ago where they stitched the cartilage back up, i can now start to begin my rehab for my knee… but i have NO IDEA WHERE TO START! … tips? links? exercises?
June 28th, 2010 - 22:47
Hi Matthall001
Sounds like to tore your meniscus and it was getting caught during movement. if it’s stitched the surgeon will usually have weight bearing restrictions for a certain amount of time to allow adequate healing. Focus on the non-weight bearing exercises like the ones I have posted. Restore range and strength. Don’t run/jog, squat or bear too much weight. Massaging the joint is very helpful to keep the swelling down and allow healing to take place. Wear knee brace for support.
June 29th, 2010 - 00:36
@Misshaircare2009
Fluid in the joint, MDs usually drain the fluid, can cause more damage to the joint. Can still have arthritis/degeneration in the joint. After MD clears you to exercise can do strengthening for better support and to decrease pressure on joint. Brace is helpful. Herbs and oils can be very helpful too – Punarnavadi Guggulu, Triphala and Mahanarayan oil. Check out my site Store link for more info on herbs.
August 13th, 2010 - 16:03
Manu! im still intereseted in your Knee workshop, nice video
Adriana belly dancer:)
August 13th, 2010 - 20:46
@bayareadancer
Thanks Adriana. Hope thing are going well for you. I will definitely let you know when I teach the next Knee workshop. If you have specific questions, don’t hesitate to ask. Take care.
Manu