Ankle and knee problems?
so ive had a sprained ankle for more than a year( i know its hard to believe but ive never stayed off it to let it heal) well i dont know if something is more serioulsy wrong than that. ive gone to the doctors all they say it sprains ive been going to physical therapy for a month or two and im getting my final evaluation by my doctor feb 8th. he said i also may have tendunitus. what exactly is that? and my knees. i get insanely massive pain when i apply pressure on them after running. its right below the knee cap. anyone have any idea what can be wrong?
My ankle hurts from jogging?
You probably just sprained something or pulled something in your ankle... but you should use the RICE method to let it heal... R= rest I= ice C= compression and E= elevation. Take a few days off from running/jogging and rest it. Ice it for 20 minutes every few hours and elevate it while icing. To compress it you can use an ace wrap or an ankle brace... once you get back into running/jogging you might want to keep the ace wrap or ankle brace on. Take pain meds. like Ibuprofen (Motrin) for pain and swelling. If it still hurts in a couple of days call your doctor to get it checked out. I hope this helps and I hope your ankle feels better.
How long does it take to recover from a Knee injury?
Knee injuries are very common and can be caused by a number of different factors. Taking appropriate steps to allow recovery to take place as soon as possible is important to reduce the risk of complications, as well as to ensure the knee recovers in the shortest time possible. Defining how long it would take for a knee injury to cover is relatively difficult as it really depends on the situation, how much you will exercise per week but, also on the knee injury rehabilitation expertise; thus you need to consider particular factors in your own scenario in order to obtain an accurate answer to your question.Start by considering the type of knee injury you are suffering from. This may include a fracture, a PCL or an ACL (posterior or an anterior cruciate ligament injury), dislocation, a meniscal tear, bursitis, tendonitis, a tendon tear or perhaps a collateral ligament injury. You also need to take into account how severe your injury is, and what type of treatment or knee rehab option you are provided with. Should surgery be needed, then recovery may take somewhat longer compared to a less serious injury where surgery is not required.A knee ligament injury generally takes around six weeks to heal however, this does vary from individual to individual. After a six-week period, the ligaments would have regained their strength and through customised rehabilitation exercises the knee performance will be restored. In more severe cases where a knee replacement was required, for example, you may be able to participate in some activities after the first six weeks, but full recovery may take significantly longer, with most patients finding that all inflammation only tends to disappear approximately one year after they have had the surgery.Knee rehabilitation training is a perfect way to speed up recovery by participating in specialised exercises that have been developed for the particularities of your body and joints – these will strengthen the muscles in the knee moving you safely from pathological to functional and optimum movement.
My ankles hurt after dance?
I am by no means an expert on clogging! I do know dance and it sounds like you need some strengthening in your ankles. I recommend working with a theraband. Although this exercise is for ballet dancers, it should help you as well. Check out this video 1:20 into the video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JQ93yhbw... *edit after reading your additional information it really does sound like weakness in the ankles. Try writing the letters of the alphabet in the air with your foot when seated. This also strengthens ankles.
Ankles/joints hurt after running on treadmill? Help?
You really aren't heavy enough where I think your weight is the problem. A lot of factors could be contributing to this. The first thing to always look at, are your shoes. If you want to begin running you need to have good quality running shoes, not just some plain ol' sneekers. Get some good running shoes. They will save your joints from the pressure of running because it help your gait absorb shock rather than your bones and joints. If you have the right shoes look at your stride. You should NOT be coming down on your tip toes. I see guys at the gym do this and it makes me cringe. Guys who have done track or sprinting come down on their toes rather than heels and that will DISTROY your joints when it comes to long distance running. If this is your problem, fix it now. Make sure you come down on your heel to midfood and push off from there. Watch your incline on the tredmil. The higher the incline the more stress you put on your ankles. When you increase incline, speed, or distance you need to do so slowly so your body has time to adjust. Look at the distance you run. Beginner runners shouldn't exceed more than a mile for the first couple weeks. After that two weeks or so you can start slowly increasing your milage. If you go too far too fast it will cause joint pain and can lead to injuries. EDIT: I want to say running is NOT hard on the joints. Biking is actually harder on the knee joint that running since it adds traction to the joint movements where running doesn't do this. It is a big time myth that running harms your body, bones, or joints. If you have a proper stride and gait this does not happen. Studies have consistantly shown runners are less likely to develop osteoarthritis as well as they have stronger joints over time (especially in older individuals). Runners also have a higher bone density on average than a non-runner. Running is a wonderful exercise that does so much for your heart and lungs. I've noticed that everyone I meet who says running hurts your joints or body, are people who are too lazy to do it or who don't want to do it. I've never had a reliable and educated source show me how running is bad for the body. It's a myth put out there by the nay sayers who just won't get up and DO IT. You are doing a wonderful thing for your body. I started running to lose weight and it completely transformed my life. -Connor
Is it bad if I walk around with Ankle weights all day.?
Hey Bob, Ankle weights are designed for specific applications. Typically, they are used for controlled, low- to medium-intensity workouts. Plyometrics---fast, repetitive movements often used by athletes to improve performance---and light aerobic exercises often feature the use of ankle weights. They are not--repeat, NOT--intended to be worn while walking or running. Doing so places additional stress on muscles, bones, and hip, knee and ankle joints. They can cause tendinitis and affect your stride, which increases your risk for injuries such as ankle sprains, tendon tears and back problems. If you're looking for some extra resistance during your normal, everyday activities, a better choice is a weight vest, which is specifically designed to be worn while walking or running. Most people start with a few pounds and then work up to 10% of their body weight. At any rate, I have to agree with the first answer - if you're thinking about carrying around extra weight during your normal, every day activities, you won't be accomplishing all that much, and if you're waiting for that added resistance to feel light, it's going to be a LONG wait unless you're doing more substantial activities. I'd give some more specific examples what might work better, but from your question, I can't tell what the purpose of this idea is. -