EMS training for knee instability

Jogger holds knee due to knee instability which can be treated with EMS

Our knee joint is exposed to a great deal of stress in everyday life. It carries about half of our body weight when walking. Ligaments and muscles help to stabilize the knee joint under this load. Support the stabilization of the knee with an EMS device and prevent pain. A strengthened musculature relieves the knee.

How to place EMS electrodes for knee stability training

Here you can see the correct electrode placement for knee instability for EMS treatment with an EMS device. You can arrange the electrodes as shown in the illustration to stabilize your knee with EMS. Our 5x5 cm electrodes are suitable for EMS use in knee instability

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The recommended programs for axion EMS machines

  • Power

    We recommend program P17 for beginners and P19 for advanced users with the STIM-PRO X9

  • Muscle mass

    We recommend program P21 for beginners and P23 for advanced users with the STIM-PRO X9

  • Endurance

    We recommend program P25 for beginners and P27 for advanced users with the STIM-PRO X9

Please note when using EMS:

The intensity should be set so that the intended muscle contracts significantly without causing you to feel pain.

Before training, you should warm up your muscles to prepare them for the upcoming exertion. Our EMS TENS combination device STIM-PRO X9 has pre-installed warm-up programs that start automatically before the actual training programs. So you can carry out your training completely relaxed.

Exercise for training the muscles around the knee with EMS

  • 1. Place EMS electrodes

    Place the electrodes on the muscle as described on this page

    2. Select program on the EMS device

    Choose one of the recommended programs on the STIM-PRO X9 or introduce yourself. through the freely selectable parameters, your own training program together

  • 3. Lunges with an EMS device

    • Stand shoulder-width apart and then take a big step forward
    • Then bend both legs and make sure that your upper body remains straight and the toes of the front leg point slightly outwards
    • The front knee should not go beyond the toes during the bend
    • Do this exercise 10 times on each leg

Video tutorial for EMS training for knee instability

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The benefits of EMS training

  • Train anywhere

    You can do EMS training anywhere, even at home. However, it can also be used on the go without any problems.

  • Gentle on the joints

    Due to the electrical impulses, you can largely do without additional weights, which is easy on your joints.

  • Time efficient training

    Due to the higher intensity, the training duration can be reduced compared to conventional training

  • health oriented

    Regardless of whether you are a sports enthusiast or a beginner, everyone can benefit from EMS training right from the start

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