After recovery, protecting your knees from re-injury is an important part of staying active and pain-free. Gerald Mondares encourages patients to focus on maintaining strength, flexibility, and proper movement to keep the joints supported.
Regular exercise that strengthens the quadriceps, hamstrings, and hips helps stabilize the knee and reduce strain during activity. Gentle stretching or low-impact options like swimming and cycling can improve flexibility without adding unnecessary pressure to the joints. Supportive, well-fitting footwear also makes a difference, especially for patients who spend long hours standing or walking.
Finally, pacing your workouts and paying attention to body mechanics—whether you’re exercising, lifting, or performing repetitive motions—can help you avoid unnecessary stress on the knees.
