5 Non-Operative Alternatives to Knee Replacement: What You Need to Know

Prof. Dr. J. Bellemans
Prof. Dr. J. Bellemans
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Published 2023-07-29
Are you suffering from knee pain? Are you considering knee replacement surgery? If so, you may want to consider non-surgical alternatives first. In this video, Prof. Dr. Bellemans explains 5 non-surgical options for knee pain relief, including medication, injection therapy, brace therapy, weight reduction, and exercise therapy. He also discusses the pros and cons of each option and provide tips on how to choose the right one for you.

00:00 Intro
00:06 Medication as alternative to knee replacement
01:58 Injection therapy as alternative to knee replacement
03:47 Brace therapy as alternative to knee replacement
05:20 Weight reduction and exercise as alternative to knee replacement

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www.standaardboekhandel.be/p/sportblessures-978946…
If you would like an english version let me know in the comments.

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All Comments (17)
  • @finiteloops8610
    The clearest, most informed, most concise, and layman friendly videos. Certainly superior to my sports medicine doctor. Much appreciated, and thank you!
  • @mademsoisellerhapsody
    The sleeve, especially a Bauerfiend Knee support sleeve, is a surgery saver, five years on🌸
  • @mgchandrakanth
    Dear Dr you are very honest and scientific explaining clearly reg knee issues. Sincere thanks for educating.
  • @amishmuscle2536
    My Dr combines Hyrolonic Acid and my PRP in one injection and has kept me from Knee replacement for the last 6 years and I’ve been bone on bone for 24 years.
  • @sb6759
    Subscribed, Love your channel
  • @trishayamada807
    Topical viltaren did nothing for my knee but my arthritic thumb felt better with it.
  • @doctoralibrahimg
    Thank you very much Prof for your excellent videos. Your videos are really informative. I have right knee ch. osteoarthritis due to an old truma. Can you recommend a good quality brand of braces that work through unloading the body weight
  • @aboodicorleone7920
    I Tried to call your office for an appointment and was answered by a machine?
  • @kellylkr
    Is is safe to run and jump with a full thickness patella cartilage fissure?
  • @brianbanks3044
    PT has worked the best for me...got rid of the brace and built up muscles around knee and feel so much more stable and pain free
  • @codey350
    Nstride Autologous protein solution not mentioned