Dodgy knee

[Blamm0]

Does anyone have any tips to help with a painful knee? I have previously had an ACL repair and cartilage removal which means my knee aches most days. I have just started couch 2 5k and wondered if anyone finds anything helpful. Does knee strapping work? Any particular stretching exercises? I am investing in my first pair of ‘proper’ trainers! Thanks

[JackieSeigler]

I’ve also had ACL reconstruction - You need to strengthen your quads, hamstrings and glutes to support the knee.

I run in minimalist trainers!

Good luck and don’t give up.

Jackie

[Flyingred Graduate]

The official NHS advice for runners:

nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/k...

Worked for me!

[UnfitNoMore Graduate]

Good shoes should help, knee strengthening exercises and maybe a knee support. Softer surfaces will be better while it strengthens, I ran a lot on grass.

[Blamm0 Graduate]

Thanks everyone! I definitely need to do the strengthening exercises. My new shoes arrive next week, I am excited!