About Bryan Ruchin, PT, DPT, MSPT Expertise I am a physical therapist that treats all types of musculoskeletal disorders including orthopedic, vestibular, neurologic, and geriatric issues. I am also a specialist and the only therapist in Georgia that treats coccygeal pain and related pelvic and back pain. I am affliated with all types of sports ranging from highschool to professional.
Experience I have been practicing since 2005 and am actively involved in research in all my fields. I am listed as a specialist for treating coccygeal disorders. I am a active member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Physical Therapy Association of Georgia.
Organizations APTA, PTAG, AAOMPT
Education/Credentials I graduated from Georgia State with a B.S. in Exercise Physiology,from Florida Gulf Coast University with a Masters in Physical Therapy, and from Sage College with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
Question dear sir,
I am a resident of India ,18 years old, male. I have been doing weight training for about a year. About six months back during leg extensions my knee hurt just below the knee cap (exactly at the junction of shin bone and bottom of knee cap).The pain is moderate and it goes away after some time. It reoccurs when i climb down the stairs fast and it hurts a lot during leg extensions(last 30 degrees to be exact). It does not hurt while climbing up the stairs. What is the problem exactly? Please suggest me a rehabilitation plan to strengthen my knee and alleviate the pain. Also,I do partial squats with heavy weights. Should i do full squats? Please help.
Thank you
Answer you either have some tendonitis, or possibly an ACL issue. stay away from full leg extensions and full squats. lessen the weights adn increase your reps for 2-3 weeks. build up the stability of your knee. if it does not get better then, you need to consult your physician.
