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You could try some exercises to strengthen/stretch out your knee - your orthopedist probably mentioned that, or referred you to do PT? Like ankle weights on, and sitting down on a chair or something like that, bend and straighten your legs. Leg kicks with ankle weights are good too. And do stretches for your legs...gymnastics is a lot like PT, especially the warm ups/conditioning. Maybe take[ Read More... ]

Hey, sorry it has been a while, I've decided to give you a check up on what has been happening. The doctor says he isn't sure what is wrong. It's been a few months with nagging pain and I've gotten an MRI. It was negative for any injury. He suggests I don't go on with gymnastics anymore but I can't just do that. I've been attending practices, but only doing minimal work. It has seemingly gotten[ Read More... ]

Hi Vanessa, Welcome! Ask your doctor about your knee - wearing a brace for support can help, but you should get your doctor (pediatrician, or orthopedist if you have one already) to check it out and also advise. Your coach shouldn't mind if it is at the advice of your doctor. Your doctor might also give you advice on exercises to do to strengthen/stretch out your knee. What gymnastics level[ Read More... ]

I just started gymnastics about a month ago...Before I was in gymnastics I used to always love to play outside and play neighborhood games. I hurt my knee one time while playing softball and I'm not sure if it ever recovered to 100%. But now that I'm in gymnastics, my knee has been slowing getting worse. So basically my question is: Is it ok to wear a brace while practicing? I'm not sure if my[ Read More... ]