The space behind our knees gets real tense when we walk or run a lot.
There are two important tendons in this area, one from your hamstrings and the other from your Gastroc calf-muscle.
The tension can cause joint pain and mobility restrictions from your hips to your ankles.
There are two important tendons in this area, one from your hamstrings and the other from your Gastroc calf-muscle.
The tension can cause joint pain and mobility restrictions from your hips to your ankles.
Sometimes, even a little bit of pressure is enough to trigger a reaction.
Your thumb is the best tool to self-massage. Here are 2 ways to release excess tension:
1- Sit down. Press your thumb on the low end of the space behind your knee then lift your heel up and down 10x.
Your thumb is the best tool to self-massage. Here are 2 ways to release excess tension:
1- Sit down. Press your thumb on the low end of the space behind your knee then lift your heel up and down 10x.
Hold the pressure as you move.
2- Sit down. Press your thumb on the upper end of the space behind your knee, then extend your leg 10x.
These self-massages won't solve every issue. The excess tension can mimic more serious symptoms such as pain and restricted range of motion.
2- Sit down. Press your thumb on the upper end of the space behind your knee, then extend your leg 10x.
These self-massages won't solve every issue. The excess tension can mimic more serious symptoms such as pain and restricted range of motion.
You can also use a ball for a slightly different effect.
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