Are you struggling with knee pain or want to prevent it? Today, I sit down with Laurie Kertz Kelly, a physical therapist and co-founder of the Better Knees Method, to explore a proven three-pillar approach to improving knee health without the need for medication, injections, or surgery. 

She explains why X-rays don’t tell the whole story, the importance of addressing joint fluid and cartilage health, and how small, targeted exercises can make a huge difference. You’ll learn practical steps to lubricate your knees, strengthen cartilage, and gradually build load tolerance so you can get back to activities you love. 

Plus, Laurie shares two simple exercises you can do at home to start improving knee mobility and reducing pain immediately.

 

"If you're having some knee pain, it's not a permanent situation. If it's arthritis, it's related to inflammation–you get rid of the inflammation, you get rid of the pain and the problems." ~ Laurie Kertz Kelly, MPT

 

In this episode:

- [00:00] - Introduction to Laurie Kertz Kelly and the Better Knees Method

- [03:36] - Why X-rays don't predict knee pain

- [08:49] - Importance of joint fluid and cartilage in knee health

- [13:46] - Three-pillar approach: soothing, strengthening, and mobility

- [19:49] - Easy exercises: squats and chair-based movements

- [21:54] - Success stories of knee pain recovery

- [27:05] - Two key exercises to relieve knee pain

- [31:56] - Knee replacement option

- [36:04] - Using injections effectively with physical therapy

- [41:33] - Step-by-step guide to quad sets and sitting sliders

 

Resources mentioned

Healthier Knees to Support Your Bones - November 6th at 12:00 pm EST. https://www.happyboneshappylife.com/build-stronger-healthier-knees-to-support-your-bones  (Laurie will be teaching this class live with the Happy Bones, Happy Life community. Everyone who registers will get continuous access to the replay.)

 

Laurie's 3-step guide to building better knees at home - https://enjoystrongerknees.com/

 

Laurie's website - https://betterknees.com/

 

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DISCLAIMER – The information presented on this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. It is not intended to replace consultation with your physician or healthcare provider. The ideas shared on this podcast are the expressed opinions of the guests and do not always reflect those of Margie Bissinger and Happy Bones, Happy Life Podcast.

 

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