Junior Golfer with an Unusual Source to his Knee Pain

Erica and Susan discuss in this podcast how treating the left hip as well as the left side of the low back, got rid of this young golfer's knee pain. A functional and interactive evaluation really hones in on where the true source of his knee pain lies. Assessing center of mass (COM) here is crucial. Think about golf, you don't need a wide stance. Most of your patients will look different depending on how wide or narrow their stance is. Don't miss it. We also discuss the concept of picking a "meaningful" movement to assess with your patient. This alone will help you hone in on the driver quicker. Did you know that right knee pain can be caused by an imbalance in your center of mass? This is a rebroadcast of a popular earlier episode. A glance at this episode: [1:24] Introduction to the driver and knee pain [7:54] The story of a golfer with knee pain [15:25] The expectation [20:09] Why you go right into the sport-specific problem [26:56] The power of videotaping people in motion [34:39] Recognizing left and right sides of the body [37:16] Mirror box [46:41] Why the need to reinforce [50:30] Trying something new Related Links: Tough To Treat Website Erica's Course: Decoding the Complex Patient Susan's Pelvic Health Education Subscription Access the Transcript