Either your doctor or your physical therapist may schedule you for this class. This class is designed to help members with knee pain and involves doing a number of strengthening and stretching exercises. Wearing loose fitting pants or shorts for the class is helpful so that your knee can be exposed. By the end of the class you should have a basic exercise program for the knee as well as an understanding of basic pain management and pain relief techniques. Your primary care provider or your Physical Therapist will be able to supply available dates and times. This is a one time only hour long class.

The knee class meets in the physical therapy gym located in the Rancho Ohlone building. Check in at the front desk located to the right of the entrance

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• Will I need to be able to get down on the floor to exercise? The area where we exercise has tables that are adjustable for those patients that are unable to get down on the floor.
• I know there are some exercises my knee cannot tolerate. Will I be required to perform all the instructed exercises? No, we realize that some patients will not be able to perform all exercises. We ofer alternate positions for exercises if a particular position is uncomfortable for a patient.
• Will I be sore after the class? Most patients are not accustomed to stretching or exercising consistently, in which case, yes, the patients usually experience muscle soreness after initiating an exercise program. It is recommended that the patient apply ice to their knee to minimize any inflammation they may experience from the initiation of an exercise program.
• How large is the class? The number of patients in the class can range from 3-6 and there is usually ample time for questions throughout the class period.
• How long will it take for me to notice a change in my knee if I stay consistent with the exercises? You should notice a favorable change within 3 weeks.
• What if my knee pain does not get better with the exercises or gets worse? Call the Physical Therapy department at (510)248-3200 to discuss further physical therapy options.

Meet the knee Class Physical Therapists:
Alvin Magat PT
Kyle Tanamachi MPT