Written By: Aishwarya Vaidya | Updated: August 7, 2018, 3:10 PM
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One should be physically fit in order to lead a healthy life. But, do you know that you may be prone to knee pain or other conditions like muscle pull, if you do strenuous without any proper guidance?
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Dr Pramod Bhor, Orthopedist and Joint Replacement Surgeon, Hiranandani Hospital Vashi- A Fortis Network Hospital, tells you about the precautions you should take while exercising.
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Dr Pramod Bhor says, “Activities that cause knee pain are aerobics, zumba, squatting exercises with weights and excessive running without training.”
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This falls in patients with knee arthritis and is caused due to muscle weakness, unstable posture, and decreased proprioception.
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Strenuous exercising can cause wear and tear of the cartilage, ligament and meniscal injuries.
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Adequate rest, regular hot fermentation and wearing braces can be beneficial.
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Perform all exercises at a slow or medium pace and then gradually increase the intensity, under your trainer’s guidance. Adopt proper workout techniques and start a new regime only after consulting your doctor and gym trainer.
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“Use western toilet, avoid sitting cross-legged and squatting. Also, strengthen your hamstring muscles to avoid knee pain,” says Dr Pramod Bhor.
