318: Curing Knee Pain in 6 minutes and Thriving as You Age with Dr. Jonathan Su

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Can knee pain be effectively managed without resorting to surgery?

Dr. Jonathan Su, a distinguished physical therapist and former US Army officer, shares his compelling journey from a devastating football injury to becoming a leading voice in natural knee pain relief. Inspired by his own experience, Dr. Su turned away from surgery and embraced natural healing methods, which led to the creation of his highly practical book, "Six Minute Knee Pain Cure."

In this episode, we discuss the importance of often-overlooked muscles in preventing and healing knee pain, and Dr. Su provides valuable insights on proactive care and targeted exercises to maintain strength and mobility as we age. We venture beyond knee pain to explore the broader impact of muscle balance, resistance training, and holistic health approaches on long-term well-being. Dr. Su elaborates on how modern lifestyles contribute to muscle imbalances and stresses the importance of strengthening neglected muscles to prevent sarcopenia and frailty. This episode also celebrates the contributions of our armed forces and encourages listeners to pursue their dreams with resilience and hope.

Discussion points:

• (0:00:00) Dr. Su’s background story
• (0:09:26) Noisy knees
• (0:10:48) Knee bend and lift test from the military
• (0:12:56) The 6 minute exercise
• (0:16:31) Thriving and prevention as we age
• (0:20:00) Different exercises for strengthening
• (0:22:38) Aging and maintaining muscle mass
• (0:27:20) Physical therapy and adherence to protocols
• (0:29:34) Closing questions, what we wish people knew
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Disclaimer: The information on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not meant to replace careful evaluation and treatment. If you have concerns about your health or well-being, please consult a healthcare professional.

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Dr. Yami is a board-certified pediatrician, certified lifestyle medicine physician, national board-certified health and wellness coach, author and international speaker. She is a passionate promoter of healthy lifestyles, especially the power of plant-based diets for the prevention of chronic disease. She hosts the popular podcast I AM HUMAN (formerly Veggie Doctor Radio) which boasts listeners from 98 countries and more than a million downloads to date. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, a diplomate of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, has a certificate in plant-based nutrition and is a certified Food for Life Instructor. Dr. Yami owns Nourish Wellness, a pediatric practice in Yakima, Washington where she lives with her husband and two sons. Her book is called “A Parent’s Guide to Intuitive Eating: How to Raise Kids Who Love to Eat Healthy”. You can learn more about Dr. Yami at DoctorYami.com.

Resources:

Sixminutefitness.com

Book: 6-Minute Knee Pain Cure by Dr. Jonathan Su: https://amzn.to/3z9NlF6

Book: 6-Minute Fitness at 60+ by Dr. Jonathan Su: https://amzn.to/3VsBVn9

Book: 6-Minute Core Strength by Dr. Jonathan Su: https://amzn.to/3VLJ4QX

More From Dr. Yami:

TEDx Talk - http://bit.ly/DOCTORYAMITEDX

A Parent's Guide to Intuitive Eating: How to Raise Kids Who Love to Eat Healthy by Dr. Yami - https://amzn.to/4edSFHx

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