{"id":24131,"date":"2024-07-23T17:19:11","date_gmt":"2024-07-23T16:19:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/?p=24131"},"modified":"2024-07-23T17:19:13","modified_gmt":"2024-07-23T16:19:13","slug":"yoga-for-knee-pain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/yoga-for-knee-pain\/","title":{"rendered":"Yoga for Knee Pain | Helen Krag"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-classes?q=knee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Knee-pain-blog.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24132\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Knee-pain-blog.png 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Knee-pain-blog-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Knee-pain-blog-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Knee-pain-blog-624x351.png 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>If you&#8217;ve been experiencing knee pain or discomfort, is it time to commit to a regular routine? Check out how Yoga for Knee Pain could you rehabilitate. <\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ve had \u2018grumpy\u2019 knees for the past decade. My symptoms include swelling, aching, sharp pain in the outer knees and discomfort when kneeling \u2013 although thankfully not all at the same time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I am fortunate that my diagnosis does not prevent me from being active or leading the kind of life I want to lead. However, there are certainly days when I feel as if I\u2019m in my eighties rather than my fifties!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To get us started, watch this In this fascinating<a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-1368-knee-joint-how-yoga-can-help\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> tutorial about the knee joint<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-teacher\/lucyandben\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lucy &amp; Ben Parker<\/a> explain the anatomical structure of the knee. They outline common vulnerabilities and share principles to help us support and strengthen our knees.\u00a0With knowledge comes power! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-1368-knee-joint-how-yoga-can-help\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Lucy-Ben-1.png\" alt=\"yoga for knee pain \" class=\"wp-image-24135\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Lucy-Ben-1.png 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Lucy-Ben-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Lucy-Ben-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Lucy-Ben-1-624x351.png 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-1368-knee-joint-how-yoga-can-help\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tutorial about the knee joint<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-teacher\/lucyandben\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Lucy &amp; Ben Parker<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/\" style=\"background-color:#f52d63\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sign up to MFML for a 14-day FREE Trial<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why might we need Yoga for knee pain? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few things that can cause pain and discomfort in the knee. For example:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Osteoarthritis<\/em>, or wear and tear, which can affect us as early on in life as our twenties.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ligament \/ cartilage tears, including meniscal tears, which may cause instability in the joint.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Bursitis<\/em>: inflammation of a <em>bursa,<\/em> which is a fluid sac that helps reduces friction in the joint.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Baker\u2019s cyst: a build-up of synovial fluid at the back of the knee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Having tried all sorts over the years to deal with torn menisci and osteoarthritis, one thing I notice is that my knees improve when I consistently do the right exercises and activities to take care of them. Yoga for knee pain forms a key part of this approach. Read on for ideas on how to show some love to your painful knees.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Please note that advice and recommendations are given generally and do not constitute any form of an individual diagnosis or treatment plan. A consultation with a medical practitioner or registered physical therapist is recommended.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Yoga for knee pain: Build strength in the legs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The knee is the middle of three joints (with the hip above and the ankle below) that form the lower extremity kinetic chain. Various yoga poses help strengthen the muscles which support and stabilise the knee joint \u2013 find out more in<a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/yoga-for-legs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Yoga for Leg Strength<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regular classes will help too. Here\u2019s a selection:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-1945-yoga-for-runners-hamstrings-calves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Clive.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24137 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Clive.png 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Clive-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Clive-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Clive-624x351.png 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-1945-yoga-for-runners-hamstrings-calves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Yoga for Runners: Hamstrings and Calves<\/a> with<a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-teacher\/clivefogelman\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Clive Fogelman<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Engage, strengthen and stretch the hamstrings and calves via a range of movement in this Hatha class. It\u2019s not just for runners, and your legs will thank you for it as well as your knees!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-1848-strenghten-knees-and-back\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Strengthen the Knees and Back<\/a> with<a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-teacher\/norman-blair\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Norman Blair<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This therapeutic yoga for knee pain class features supine and standing exercises to gently stretch the hips and stabilise the knees.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-1848-strenghten-knees-and-back\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Norman.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24138 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Norman.png 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Norman-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Norman-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Norman-624x351.png 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-1472-pilates-for-healthy-knees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Vanessa.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24139 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Vanessa.png 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Vanessa-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Vanessa-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Vanessa-624x351.png 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-1472-pilates-for-healthy-knees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pilates for Strength: Healthy Knees<\/a> with<a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-teacher\/vanessamichielon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Vanessa Michielon<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This well-rounded Pilates-inspired flow class targets the muscles supporting the knees. Expect a challenging flow to strengthen the inner thigh muscles!\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-119-beginners-3-standing-poses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Standing Poses for Beginners<\/a> with<a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-teacher\/clarebeagley\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Clare Beagley<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Standing poses such as Virabhadrasana II (Warrior II) are great for building strength in the legs whilst ensuring correct alignment of the knees. Make sure that front knee is bent at 90 degrees and tracks over the middle toes!&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-119-beginners-3-standing-poses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Clare.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24140 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Clare.png 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Clare-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Clare-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Clare-624x351.png 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-568-chair-pose-tutorial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Andrew.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24141 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Andrew.png 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Andrew-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Andrew-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Andrew-624x351.png 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/2877-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Utkatasana (Chair Pose)<\/a> is another great pose that combines correct knee alignment with developing strength in the quads and calves. Or check out this<a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-568-chair-pose-tutorial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Chair Pose Tutorial<\/a> with<a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-teacher\/andrewmcgonigle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Andrew McGonigle<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Remember the hips! <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For some of us, knee pain may be referred from a hip joint which is tight or weak. The \u2018hip\u2019 classes that follow help to mobilise the hip joint and strengthen key muscles such as the glutes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-1879-healthy-hips-strength-for-the-hip-joints\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Healthy Hips<\/a> with<a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-teacher\/sallyparkes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Sally Parkes<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore a range of Pilates and yoga moves to strengthen the hips by moving the body in different planes of motions and at different speeds.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-1879-healthy-hips-strength-for-the-hip-joints\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Sally.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24142 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Sally.png 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Sally-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Sally-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Sally-624x351.png 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-1946-yoga-for-runners-glutes-hips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Clive-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24143 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Clive-1.png 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Clive-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Clive-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Clive-1-624x351.png 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-1946-yoga-for-runners-glutes-hips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Yoga for Runners: Glutes and Hips<\/a> with<a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-teacher\/clivefogelman\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Clive Fogelman<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A juicy combination of mobility, strengthening and stretching of the glutes and hips through a creative range of movements and stretches.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-1753-yin-yoga-for-hip-happiness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Yin Yoga for Hip Happiness<\/a> with<a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-teacher\/norman-blair\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Norman Blair<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you, like me, dream of \u2018hip happiness\u2019, but find some poses that focus on the hips a bit of a \u2018nightmare\u2019? It might be a sign that this is where we need to direct our attention! This class requires patience and helps to foster an inward connection to ourselves.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/yoga-class-1753-yin-yoga-for-hip-happiness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Norman-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24144 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Norman-1.png 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Norman-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Norman-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Norman-1-624x351.png 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/\" style=\"background-color:#f52d63\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sign up to MFML for a 14-day FREE Trial<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>To sum up: <\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In many circumstances there are concrete steps we can take to manage knee pain without medication or surgery.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consistency is paramount &#8211; find a routine that works for you and do it regularly over a period of time.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you feel pain, ease off rather than push through.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remember to consult a physiotherapist or other qualified professional before you embark on yoga for knee pain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/BLOG-HEADER-IMAGE-JOANNA-40.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19704 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/BLOG-HEADER-IMAGE-JOANNA-40.png 960w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/BLOG-HEADER-IMAGE-JOANNA-40-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/BLOG-HEADER-IMAGE-JOANNA-40-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/BLOG-HEADER-IMAGE-JOANNA-40-624x351.png 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><em>Author: <a href=\"https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Helen Krag<\/a>. Helen is a health and wellness enthusiast; observer of human behavioural change; yoga teacher trainee; passionate traveller; and lover of the outdoors.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n<div class=\"fb_wrap\"><a class=\"fb_link\" onclick=\"fbs_click('https:\/\/movementformodernlife.com\/blog\/yoga-for-knee-pain','');return false;\" href=\"#\">Send to Facebook<\/a><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;ve been experiencing knee pain or discomfort, is it time to commit to a regular routine?  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