Extreme knee pain

Discussion in 'LTL and Local Delivery Trucking Forum' started by KevinTT, Oct 4, 2020.

  1. NorthEastTrucker

    NorthEastTrucker Medium Load Member

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    Knee pain occurs from over usage. As Truck drivers especially working P&D we are in & out the truck frequently therefore eventually wear & tear occurs over time. I also use to train heavy (weight lift heavy squats 405 lbs to 505 lbs 10 reps etc..) so from my early 20's to now 50 years old it's taken a toll on my right knee whiles my left one is beginning to hurt. Bones have the strength of lifting 6 times the humans body weight however the cartilage is where the problem is eventually wearing down. Best thing to do is br carefully when stepping in & out of the truck or else knee replacements will occur quicker.
     
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  3. Danny707

    Danny707 Light Load Member

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    same here after I turned 30 I left the heavy lifting alone now I just do more reps less weights. In my 20s I was lifting heavy construction equipment and materials then hit the gym right after work did the 400+ pds dead lifts , squats, bench and heavy tire outside. Now at 31 I’m taking it more easy doing more cardio as well and still hitting the gym 5/6 Xs a week and feel just as strong and lean.
     
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  4. mpd240

    mpd240 Road Train Member

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    Stretching, exercises, knee brace when needed.
     
  5. Radman

    Radman Road Train Member

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    Fish oil or eat a lot of fish for the omega 3’s. It may help some with the inflammation. Knee brace or sleeve may help.
     
  6. AModelCat

    AModelCat Road Train Member

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    I don't believe in knee braces, belts etc. They tend to become a crutch and don't allow the muscles around the joint to get stronger. Even when I powerlift I don't touch the belt until I'm above 3 plates on heavy compound lifts. My knees hurt when I started squatting but not using a brace has allowed them to get stronger. I can rep 275 with zero knee pain now vs sore knees at 135 when I first started out.
     
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  7. Jay5GS

    Jay5GS Medium Load Member

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    you gotta stretch
     
  8. Shep Shiloh

    Shep Shiloh Medium Load Member

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    I've been doing produce deliveries using a ramp for the past six years. Best thing I've learned is to never overload the cart, I lean the cart back to lower the center of gravity and no running down the ramp. By itself it is good exercise. I'm 50 and plan on doing this until I can't anymore.
     
  9. TexasKGB

    TexasKGB Light Load Member

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    This right here. Learn the cart and control it.
     
  10. Famoussw

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    Hang in there, and I hope you find relief soon so you can focus on enjoying your new job!
     
  11. Kardwo

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    Starting a new job can be challenging, especially when you're experiencing knee pain. It's tough to deal with discomfort, especially while navigating ramps for delivery. Many truckers in similar situations have found relief by using knee braces for added support. These braces can help reduce strain on your knees and make navigating ramps more manageable.
     
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