In this video, I share my personal experience with low-dose radiation therapy for osteoarthritis and inflammatory knee pain — a treatment with a long history in Europe that’s now being re-examined in the U.S. as a safe, evidence-based option for chronic orthopedic pain.
Low-dose radiation therapy (LDRT) involves the use of very small, precisely targeted doses of radiation — typically one-tenth or less of what’s used in cancer treatment — to reduce inflammation and modulate immune response in joints, tendons, and soft tissues.
Research has shown that these low doses can help relieve pain and improve mobility, often providing durable results without the side effects of steroids or long-term medications. I’m joined by Dr. Sanjay Mehta, Radiation Oncologist at St. Joseph Cancer Center in Houston, to discuss the science behind this therapy, its mechanisms of action, and the clinical outcomes we’re seeing today for conditions such as:
• Osteoarthritis
• inflammatory knee pain
• Plantar fasciitis
• Tennis elbow
• Shoulder and joint pain You’ll also see a glimpse of my own treatment session, as we explore how this “old yet new” approach is helping patients regain comfort, function, and quality of life — without medications or surgery.
Resources: Dr. Sanjay Mehta, Radiation Oncologist St. Joseph Cancer Center https://drsanjaymehta.com/
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In this video, I share my personal experience with low-dose radiation therapy for osteoarthritis and inflammatory knee pain — a treatment with a long history in Europe that’s now being re-examined in the U.S. as a safe, evidence-based option for chronic orthopedic pain.
Low-dose radiation therapy (LDRT) involves the use of very small, precisely targeted doses of radiation — typically one-tenth or less of what’s used in cancer treatment — to reduce inflammation and modulate immune response in joints, tendons, and soft tissues.
Research has shown that these low doses can help relieve pain and improve mobility, often providing durable results without the side effects of steroids or long-term medications. I’m joined by Dr. Sanjay Mehta, Radiation Oncologist at St. Joseph Cancer Center in Houston, to discuss the science behind this therapy, its mechanisms of action, and the clinical outcomes we’re seeing today for conditions such as:
• Osteoarthritis
• inflammatory knee pain
• Plantar fasciitis
• Tennis elbow
• Shoulder and joint pain You’ll also see a glimpse of my own treatment session, as we explore how this “old yet new” approach is helping patients regain comfort, function, and quality of life — without medications or surgery.
Resources: Dr. Sanjay Mehta, Radiation Oncologist St. Joseph Cancer Center https://drsanjaymehta.com/
The 30 Minute Workout That Will Change Your Life (part VIII)
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The 30 Minute Workout That Will Change Your Life (part VIII)
Resistance Training for Midlife Wellness – Session 8 with Kelley Workman 💪
This is the eighth installment in our resistance training series with Master Trainer Kelley Workman—bringing you four fresh at-home exercises you can complete in under 30 minutes.
✨ Whether you’re rotating with earlier sessions or focusing on mastering this new set, the key is consistency and variety. Stick with these moves for a few weeks if they feel good—just keep showing up, staying safe, and enjoying the process.
▶️ Missed earlier videos? Start here:
Watch the first part here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_YMrHiz2ek
Watch the second part here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ma-osU7Bg9E
Watch the third part here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qD6Z89vAlqk
Watch the fourth part here: https://youtu.be/zXNh5bb0lMo
Watch the fifth part here: https://youtu.be/VhFKn5PGfRQ
Watch the sixth part here: https://youtu.be/jFFTBdLIPyw
Watch the seventh part here: https://youtu.be/vXUKQxZxLcs
🧠 Helpful resources for deeper learning:
#1 Treatment For Bone Health - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=agW5ub-51XM
The Bone Clinic: Queensland Research - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EZw_wrFnmI&t=0s
LIFTMOR RCT Study (PDF) - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZNh1GfV02RPVVpkGtkIwSbYvDaJ5vWlU/view
🎓 Train with Kelley: Visit www.kelleymoves.com to connect and explore more personalized support.
Keep showing up for yourself—strong body, strong bones, strong life. 🦴✨
Empowering Midlife Wellness with Dr. Susan
In this video, I share my personal experience with low-dose radiation therapy for osteoarthritis and inflammatory knee pain — a treatment with a long history in Europe that’s now being re-examined in the U.S. as a safe, evidence-based option for chronic orthopedic pain.
Low-dose radiation therapy (LDRT) involves the use of very small, precisely targeted doses of radiation — typically one-tenth or less of what’s used in cancer treatment — to reduce inflammation and modulate immune response in joints, tendons, and soft tissues.
Research has shown that these low doses can help relieve pain and improve mobility, often providing durable results without the side effects of steroids or long-term medications. I’m joined by Dr. Sanjay Mehta, Radiation Oncologist at St. Joseph Cancer Center in Houston, to discuss the science behind this therapy, its mechanisms of action, and the clinical outcomes we’re seeing today for conditions such as:
• Osteoarthritis
• inflammatory knee pain
• Plantar fasciitis
• Tennis elbow
• Shoulder and joint pain You’ll also see a glimpse of my own treatment session, as we explore how this “old yet new” approach is helping patients regain comfort, function, and quality of life — without medications or surgery.
Resources: Dr. Sanjay Mehta, Radiation Oncologist St. Joseph Cancer Center https://drsanjaymehta.com/
