Knee pain

Muscle tension in the hip flexors (the iliacus and psoas) and the deep hip rotators (like the piriformis) can contribute to knee pain. When tight, these muscles pull the pelvis forward into an anteriorly tilted position. This restricts motion coming from the hip and also affects how well the hip fits into the hip socket. This can cause the femur (thigh bone) to internally rotate relative to its "normal" position when the pelvis is neutral.

Internal rotation of the femur then creates a misalignment down at the knee joint because the upper and lower leg no longer line up. As you continue to walk, run, work out, and play sports with this imbalance, it can cause strain on the knee joint and the surrounding muscles, tendons, and ligaments which can cause pain or result in an injury (e.g. meniscus, ACL, MCL, etc.).If tension in these areas is contributing to your knee pain or affecting your recovery, here's how our products can help.

Mark: releases the iliacus and psoas muscles with precise pressure, helping increase range of motion and stability around the hip

Orbit: releases the piriformis and other deep hip rotators in the glute region with broad pressure; can also be used to warm up the hip flexors before using the Mark

Band: helps strengthen key muscles around your core, glutes, and hips to create stability and reduce stress on the knees

Book: our Founder's book Tight Hip, Twisted Core - The Key to Unresolved Pain offers deeper insights into muscle tension and how it is impacting your pain, helping you understand how to address the root cause

When used consistently over time, the Aletha Health products support less muscle tension, better alignment, and increased strength & stability. This combination has helped many people improve their knee pain, and we hope it will help you too.

For best results, use the Aletha Health products together and alongside other stretches and exercises. Please check with your healthcare practitioner for which stretches and exercises are most appropriate for you.

*The information contained herein is for general informational and illustrative purposes and is not intended to be nor should be construed as medical advice or a substitute for your doctor’s care.

*Always seek the advice of your health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition and prior to using any Aletha Health products.