Guy Poovendran

05/01/2026

🏌️ Golfers — your outer left knee is trying to tell you something. Here’s how to know what.
I want to tell you about a patient I’ll call Marcus. Fifty years old. Attorney. Ten handicap. He doesn’t play golf for fun — he plays golf to do business. The back nine is his boardroom.
And then slowly, quietly, his outer left knee started showing up uninvited. By hole 11, something would grab. By the 6th tee one morning, he realized he was thinking about his knee instead of his yardage.
That’s not a pain problem. That’s a performance problem.
Here’s what nobody told Marcus — and what most doctors miss: the outside of the knee is not one diagnosis. It’s four. And each one has a completely different cause, a completely different pattern, and a completely different fix.
In my latest video, I break down all four — plus give you a 60-second self-check to start figuring out which one is yours. I also share my honest take on cortisone injections and why I think golfers in their 40s and 50s deserve a better conversation than they’re usually getting.
🎥 Watch here: https://youtu.be/qUp5vCudh4g?si=WW0FiYMyZ2vDZzDy
One question for you — where does your knee hurt when you play? Inside, outside, front, or back? Drop it in the comments. I read every one, and your answer might shape the next video. 👇

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04/24/2026

🏌️ Kneecap pain ruining your back nine?
You’re not alone — and it’s almost never “just arthritis.”
In my latest video, I explain exactly what’s happening under your kneecap when you swing, why most golfers in their 50s develop this specific type of knee pain, and the four practical fixes that can change how your knee feels on the course — starting this week.
I also cover when conservative measures aren’t enough and what the full spectrum of options actually looks like. No fluff. No generic advice. Real answers.
Drop a 🏌️ in the comments if this is something you’ve been dealing with — I read every one.
👇 Watch here:

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04/18/2026

That nagging pain behind your kneecap at hole 10? Your knee is trying to tell you something — and it’s not “slow down.”
I see it constantly in my practice: competitive male golfers in their 50s dealing with this specific deep ache right behind the kneecap. They’ve been told it’s runner’s knee. They’ve been handed a pamphlet. Some have even been given cortisone injections that made things worse over time.
Here’s the truth: it’s a tracking problem. And there’s a very specific muscle — the VMO — that controls whether your kneecap glides smoothly or grinds through every swing.
In my new YouTube video, I explain exactly what’s happening, why the golf swing makes it worse, and give you 3 resistance band exercises you can start doing at home today.
I also get into the honest conversation about cortisone — what the research actually says — and where regenerative medicine fits for the right patient.
🎥 Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/8Y1PGLEA7dQ?si=PYwGzHo46BqBC1W0
If this sounds like your knee, follow the page. I post real answers every week — no fluff, just information that helps you stay on the course.

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04/14/2026

Investigative journalist Scott Carney just published a piece on Substack that every patient considering regenerative medicine should read before they book a single appointment.
Three people nearly died from the same physician. A woman traveled abroad for a stem cell fertility procedure and was septic within 48 hours. When her husband called the clinic in a panic, they told him it was normal.
It was not normal.
As a physician who has built an entire practice — and staked my own body — on regenerative medicine done right, this is exactly what keeps me up at night. Not the treatments. The people administering them without the training, the safety culture, or the accountability that real medicine demands.
I believe in these therapies deeply. The evidence is real. The results are real. But that evidence only holds if the physicians delivering them treat safety as non-negotiable — not a liability waiver buried in the intake paperwork.
Link to Scott’s full piece in the comments. And tell me — what question do you think every patient should ask before choosing a regenerative medicine provider?

04/10/2026

🏌️ Does your knee hurt after golf? Before you blame your age — watch this.
I made this video for every golfer who has ever walked up an elevated green and felt that sharp ache on the outside of their knee.
That’s IT band syndrome — and it is one of the most common golf-related knee problems I see in my clinic.
The good news? It is usually very treatable. No surgery. No quitting golf.
In this video I explain:
👉 What the IT band is (in plain English — no medical degree needed)
👉 Why golfers are especially vulnerable
👉 Why the real problem is often your HIP, not your knee
👉 What runners, hikers, and cyclists have in common with golfers
👉 Simple steps to start feeling better
If your knee has been holding you back on the course, this one’s for you. Share this with a golf buddy who needs it! 🏌️⛳
🎥 Watch here:

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04/04/2026

If your right knee hurts after golf, it may actually be your trail knee taking more stress than you realize.

Many golfers focus on the lead knee… but the trail knee handles rotation, stability, and torque throughout the swing — especially during transition and follow-through.

Over time, that load adds up.

In this video, I explain:
• Why trail knee pain happens
• What in your swing contributes to it
• The common pattern I see in golfers
• How to keep playing without making it worse

Watch the full video:
https://youtu.be/hlSzBPcuuBo

Does your right knee bother you after a round? Let me know below ⛳️

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03/27/2026

Pain doesn’t always mean surgery is the next step.

In this video, I walk through how I evaluate musculoskeletal injuries and when non-surgical, regenerative options may help patients heal and get back to doing what they love.

My goal is simple:
Help you understand why you’re in pain — and what options exist before considering something more invasive.

If you’re dealing with joint pain, sports injuries, or trying to stay active as you age, this may be helpful.

▶️ Watch here: https://youtu.be/np1l6XObp4Y

We cover:
• How I approach diagnosis
• When regenerative treatments may help
• Common misconceptions about injections
• Who may be a candidate
• When surgery is still the right choice

The goal isn’t to avoid surgery at all costs — it’s to make sure you understand all your options first.

Feel free to share this with someone trying to stay active and pain-free. 💪

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03/20/2026

If you play golf and your knee has been bothering you… this is for you.

Most people assume it’s just “getting older” or arthritis.

But that’s not always the case.

A lot of the knee pain I see in golfers actually comes from how the knee is being stressed during the swing—and if you don’t address it, it tends to stick around (or get worse).

In this video, I walk through:
• Why your knee might be hurting
• What’s actually going on inside the joint
• Simple ways to protect it so you can keep playing

Because giving up golf shouldn’t be the solution.

▶️ Watch here: https://youtu.be/bJD3pIA5Auk?si=X5jklfVy9sqlFH_Z

Quick question—
When does your knee bother you the most: during the swing, after the round, or the next day?

Drop it in the comments 👇

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03/20/2026

A lot of golfers think this moment means their golf game is over.

You step onto the course…
Take a few swings…

And your knee starts reminding you it’s not happy anymore.

For many golfers, that pain is actually knee arthritis developing over years of rotational stress on the joint — especially in the lead knee.

But here’s the part many people don’t realize:

Arthritis doesn’t automatically mean you have to stop playing golf.

In this video I break down:
⛳ Why knee arthritis is so common in golfers
⛳ What’s happening inside the knee joint
⛳ Options that may help you stay active and keep playing

Watch the full video here:
https://youtu.be/18gQvceQ2Q8

Golfers — I’m curious:
Have your knees ever made you change your swing, skip a round, or take time off from the course?

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03/16/2026

Many golfers assume knee pain comes from wear and tear. But in a lot of cases, the real issue is irritation or injury to the MCL — the ligament on the inside of your knee. ⛳

The lead knee in the golf swing absorbs a tremendous amount of rotational force, especially during the downswing and follow-through. Over time, that stress can lead to pain that shows up during or after your round.

In this video I explain:
• Why MCL injuries are common in golfers
• How the golf swing stresses the inside of the knee
• What symptoms to watch for
• Treatment options that can help you get back to playing

If your knee has been bothering you after a round, this may be the missing piece of the puzzle.

🎥 Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/SmoYk2gzK9c?si=IZGwS7v1TETdaFbC

Golfers: Have you ever had pain on the inside of your lead knee during or after a round? Let me know in the comments.

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02/27/2026

If you love golf but your knee doesn’t love golf anymore… this is for you.

One of the most common injuries I see in active adults — especially golfers — is meniscus damage. And it’s rarely from one dramatic swing.

More often, it’s years of rotational stress on that lead knee.

In this video, I explain:
⛳ Why golfers are prone to meniscus injuries
⛳ The difference between a true tear and age-related degeneration
⛳ Why not every meniscus injury needs surgery
⛳ What regenerative options may help support healing and long-term joint health

Most golfers don’t want to stop playing. They just want to play without pain — and without sacrificing their knee long term.

If that sounds like you (or someone you know), take a few minutes to watch.

And if you’ve ever dealt with knee pain on the course, comment “GOLF” below — I’d love to hear your experience.

🎥 Watch here: https://youtu.be/i9nhLLiqjEs?si=n7fmqkPbi_anvHUj

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08/09/2025

Post-game glow… or just sweat? 🏀 Saturday morning hoops with the boys — smiles, sore legs, and already counting down to next week.

I’m able to keep doing this week after week because I take care of my joints, my recovery, and my overall health — from staying active, to dialing in my nutrition, to using regenerative medicine, peptides, and targeted training.

Movement is medicine. The goal isn’t just to play today… it’s to keep playing for decades.