E586: Fix Your Knee Pain for Good: Here's What You're Missing

After a well-received discussion on shoulder mechanics, we're shifting the focus to lower-body function. Jiunta dives deep into the art of assessments, movement dysfunction, and how to actually fix pain—without getting lost in internet noise. He breaks down common compensations, the real cause of pain, and why most people are chasing symptoms instead of solving the root issue. Tune in for practical takeaways, real-world case studies, and the principles that should guide your programming. Join The PSL1 Waitlist Now For An Exclusive Discount. Learn more at https://www.pre-script.com/psl1 FREE Coach's Field Guide: https://www.pre-script.com/coachs-field-guide We've got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation to medical treatment and care. https://marekhealth.com/rxd Code RXD Don't miss the release of our newest educational community - The Pre-Script ® Collective! Join the community today at www.pre-script.com. For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also, make sure to sign up to our mailing list at www.pre-script.com to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram! Dr. Jordan Shallow: https://www.instagram.com/the_muscle_doc/ Dr. Jordan Jiunta: https://www.instagram.com/redwiteandjordan/ Intro: Why This Episode Matters (00:00:00) The Frustration of Losing an Episode (00:03:00) Why Understanding Pain Is Key to Fixing It (00:06:35) The Role of Dysfunction in Chronic Pain (00:10:30) Injury History: Why It's the First Step in Assessments (00:15:20) Pain vs. Dysfunction: What You Need to Know (00:19:45) The Simple Way to Spot Movement Asymmetries (00:24:10) Case Study: NFL Prospect's Knee Pain Fix (00:28:50) Case Study: Solving Knee Pain for a 100-Mile Hiker (00:33:40) The Gold Standard of Movement and Why It Matters (00:38:20) How Foot Pressure Reveals Hidden Weaknesses (00:42:50) The Core's Role in Lower Body Mechanics (00:48:15) The Right Way to Think About Pelvic Positioning (00:53:30) Identifying and Fixing Poor Movement Patterns (00:58:45) The Few Exercises That Fix 90% of Problems (01:03:00) Closing Thoughts: How to Get Better at Assessments (01:06:30)