r/AskDoctorJo
722 members
r/AskDoctorJo is a subreddit with 722 members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and pain & anger, and the community frequently discusses pain, exercises, stretches, neck, and pain relief.
Hi, I'm Doctor Jo, a Physical Therapist and Doctor of Physical Therapy. I hope you enjoy this subreddit of physical therapy stretches & exercises for common injuries and syndromes.
Popular Themes in r/AskDoctorJo
#1
Advice Requests
: "Got Knee Pain? Here's a rundown of 4 of my favorite videos for relief. Just pick the one that's best for you!"
17 posts
#2
Pain & Anger
: "This real-time wrist / hand routine features easy stretches & exercises that can help strengthen the wrists/hands & relieve pain. It can also help decrease tightness in the area and improve overall flexibility."
15 posts
#3
Self-Promotion
: "I recently tried the Paiseec 3-in-1 Electric Wheelchair (W3), which can be used as an electric wheelchair, electric transport, and a smart rollator. The precise joystick allows for easy maneuverability in tight areas. Learn more: https://glashowtechnologylimited.sjv.io/55YPJ1 (affiliate link) #ad"
11 posts
#4
Solution Requests
: "Finding the perfect mattress can be difficult. Some people like firm mattresses, some like soft mattresses, and some like them in between. Since people often ask me what mattress I sleep on, here's a 1 year follow-up to the Back Science Mattress I currently sleep on. #ad"
2 posts
Popular Topics in r/AskDoctorJo
#1
Pain
: "Looking for a way to help relieve Pain without taking medication? A TENS/EMS Unit may be the answer! I recently got to try out the TENS 7000 Rechargeable TENS and EMS Combo Unit which has 5 TENS Modes and 3 EMS Modes. Learn more about it: shrsl.com/4ty6j (affiliate link) #ad"
15 posts
#2
Exercises
: "Exercising your tendons isn't something most people think about since tendons aren’t muscles, but tendon-specific Exercises can improve joint health, reduce pain and stiffness, and improve speed and agility."
13 posts
#3
Stretches
: "Our Neck Flexors can become overused, weak, and painful due to long term phone and computer use. These neck flexor Stretches and exercises should help provide relief!"
8 posts
#4
Neck
: "This real-time Neck routine features easy stretches & exercises that can help strengthen the Neck & relieve pain. It can also help improve posture, decrease Neck tightness, and improve overall Neck flexibility."
6 posts
#5
Pain Relief
: "What's the biggest Pain Relief myth about Back Arthritis? Find out in this week's NEW video!"
6 posts
#6
Muscles
: "Exercising your tendons isn't something most people think about since tendons aren’t Muscles, but tendon-specific exercises can improve joint health, reduce pain and stiffness, and improve speed and agility."
5 posts
#7
Back
: "Finding the perfect mattress can be difficult. Some people like firm mattresses, some like soft mattresses, and some like them in between. Since people often ask me what mattress I sleep on, here's a 1 year follow-up to the Back Science Mattress I currently sleep on. #ad"
5 posts
#8
Stretching
: "This real-time therapeutic yoga routine features easy stretches that can help relax & relieve stress and anxiety throughout the body. It can also help decrease tightness in the muscles and improve overall flexibility."
4 posts
#9
Skin
: "What is this ? No pain"
4 posts
#10
Knee
: "This real-time Knee routine features easy Knee stretches & exercises that can help strengthen the Knees & relieve pain. It can also help decrease Knee tightness and improve overall Knee flexibility."
4 posts
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+93 members(14.8%)
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Last updated: September 30, 2026