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by brynjulf on 03 March 2012 - 18:03
When I am working a dog my ankles and or knees are starting to roll on me. What can I do to stablize a bit better. I'm wearing a shoe that goes up my ankle to keep them from buckling but now my knees are starting to do it. The years of running on pavement are definately coming back to haunt me :) PS ( a full body case is not an option)
by laura271 on 03 March 2012 - 20:03
My husband is the last man on the planet that would use a work-out tape but years of fighting in armour really did a number on his knees. He followed the exercises on this video and now his knees are pain free. Not an easy, magic solution but it works (there's a reason this video has forever been a top 10 seller).
My other suggestion is to wear a pair of serious hiking books (my husband does this as well).
My other suggestion is to wear a pair of serious hiking books (my husband does this as well).
by brynjulf on 03 March 2012 - 22:03
It's not pain so much as actually buckling or rolling with no warning at all. But the hiking boots are a good start. Even coming down stairs my ankle will just give out. It is so weird.
by Emoore on 03 March 2012 - 23:03
One-legged squats, one-legged deadlifts, one-legged balance. Work up to standing one-legged on a pillow. These will strengthen the muscles and ligaments that give the ankles and knees their support. Supportive shoes are a stopgap to keep you from getting injured, but you really need to fix the weakness at the root of the problem.
by alboe2009 on 04 March 2012 - 06:03
A couple of things; I feel your pain....... I've played sports all my life and played for the military. Got hurt and kept playing. Broke both ankles twice and tore ligaments on one. Seven ligaments hold the ankle and ripped three completely in half. Back when I was in the military we didn't trust are doctors to work on our "critical" body parts so I was never fixed. And just as I found a doctor I trusted (Army) I had orders to Germany. Now, just don't have the time to lose in work and life.
For me, I am in high tops probably 80% of my life. Sports, work and play. I would think that depending on the severity of when you roll your ankle if it's "buckling/rolling" on the outside that the "pulling/stretching" is affecting the ligament or muscle that runs up the side and ties into the knee, (or behind the knee) and that is why now at times the knee is weak and gives out. Just my hypothesis.
Depends on how much effort you want to put into your preparation? Check out Galls or a army surplus store and look into canvas/nylon jump/work boots. Calf tall and that will protect from rolling. High top hiking boots will work also. If your just wearing tennis shoes even high tops I would use foam sports tape, wrap the ankles as if they were sprained, and then wrap with white medical/sports tape. Depending on how much you use it will seem like a waste. But let me tell you you have 100% of your confidence back, you won't second guess yourself when attempting certain actions and you'll feel as if you have two new ankles. For the knee(s) I would say, (and I might say the name wrong) but a neoprene wrap/tube. Not one with a whole in it for the knee cap. Usually black or gray. Most of the time I don't even tape up but say if I'm hiking and the terrain is rocky or boulders, I will. Or if it's a long distance hike say, 25 miles I'll tape up. But as you get older.......... I could come off a curb wrong and bam, screwed up for three days. Step on a rock, (even a pebble) wrong and same thing. So, I'm usually in high tops or timberlands or work boots. Good luck and let us know how it turned out.
For me, I am in high tops probably 80% of my life. Sports, work and play. I would think that depending on the severity of when you roll your ankle if it's "buckling/rolling" on the outside that the "pulling/stretching" is affecting the ligament or muscle that runs up the side and ties into the knee, (or behind the knee) and that is why now at times the knee is weak and gives out. Just my hypothesis.
Depends on how much effort you want to put into your preparation? Check out Galls or a army surplus store and look into canvas/nylon jump/work boots. Calf tall and that will protect from rolling. High top hiking boots will work also. If your just wearing tennis shoes even high tops I would use foam sports tape, wrap the ankles as if they were sprained, and then wrap with white medical/sports tape. Depending on how much you use it will seem like a waste. But let me tell you you have 100% of your confidence back, you won't second guess yourself when attempting certain actions and you'll feel as if you have two new ankles. For the knee(s) I would say, (and I might say the name wrong) but a neoprene wrap/tube. Not one with a whole in it for the knee cap. Usually black or gray. Most of the time I don't even tape up but say if I'm hiking and the terrain is rocky or boulders, I will. Or if it's a long distance hike say, 25 miles I'll tape up. But as you get older.......... I could come off a curb wrong and bam, screwed up for three days. Step on a rock, (even a pebble) wrong and same thing. So, I'm usually in high tops or timberlands or work boots. Good luck and let us know how it turned out.
by Judy P on 05 March 2012 - 19:03
I have serious problems with my right foot, I had it rebuilt 6 months ago and still recovering. Based on what my surgeon and therapist recomended I wear New Balance shoes with a built in stabalizer bar. These shoes are designed to help keep your foot from rolling and it seems to work. I also highly suggest orthotics made specifically for you, it has helped my knees a lot.
by Kalibeck on 06 March 2012 - 06:03
If you have an orthopedic doctor see him. Physical therapy is probably needed, it is hard work, but very restorative. Also your ortho guy can probably fit you with a brace to support your knees while you strengthen them. And if your problem is due to irregularly worn cartilage or cartilage chips floating around inside the joint capsule (that can cause a sudden 'collapse' of the joint), the ortho doc can diagnose that, too. Good luck! jackie harris
by brynjulf on 06 March 2012 - 18:03
Thanks alot for the suggestions! I will tape for now and then go in to see the ortho. I never even though of going to see a specialist i hadnt considered an "injury" just figured I have abused myself for so many years that bits are wearing out :) With all the cracking and popping I don't even know if there is any cartilage left LOL!
by Wildbill7145 on 06 March 2012 - 20:03
You might want to check out those neoprene soft braces. You can get them for your ankles, knees, elbows, wrists. I REALLY sprained my ankle years ago and every now and then have to pull my brace out if it starts to hurt again.
Advancing age............ Argh. I never thought I'd have to deal with this. I'm a painter. I'm up and down ladders all day long. Crouching, squeezing into tiny spots. Climbing around on roofs, etc. Usually, my favourite time of year is from spring to fall as I get pretty excited about exterior painting season and working outside. By the end of the season last year, I could barely walk properly. My knees both hurt so badly, it was humbling. Too much time on extension ladders.
Anyhoo, thought I'd mention the neoprene soft braces. I got mine at a pharmacy.
Advancing age............ Argh. I never thought I'd have to deal with this. I'm a painter. I'm up and down ladders all day long. Crouching, squeezing into tiny spots. Climbing around on roofs, etc. Usually, my favourite time of year is from spring to fall as I get pretty excited about exterior painting season and working outside. By the end of the season last year, I could barely walk properly. My knees both hurt so badly, it was humbling. Too much time on extension ladders.
Anyhoo, thought I'd mention the neoprene soft braces. I got mine at a pharmacy.
by Kalibeck on 07 March 2012 - 03:03
If there's still snapping & popping, there's still cartilage, 'cause that's what's making all the noise! LOL! Yeah, old age IS the injury.....if you go to an ortho doc you'll likely get the little talk about how our knees were only designed to last about 40 years, & now we out-live them. What are we supposed to do? if your knees aren't too bad they can inject them with stuff to shore up the cartilage, called Synvisc. It's made from roosters' combs, I think. Friend of mine had it done, & did very well afterwards. Good luck! jackie harris
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