Knee Pain
Knee pain can originate from any structure in and around the knee like Joints, Ligaments, Tendons and Meniscus. It can affect people of all ages. The treatment depends on the reason for the pain. A through physical examination can help to diagnose the problem. Based on the diagnosis we will formulate a treatment plan based on your goals that helps you to restore function.
Knee Pain
- ‘Wear and tear’ or Degenerative joint conditions
- Meniscal (cartilage) Tears
- Ligament sprain or Ruptures
- Patello-Femoral tracking or Joint problems
- Overuse injuries
- Runners knee
- Instability problems
- Pre & post surgery
- Tendinitis
- Bursitis
- IT Band syndrome
Joint Treatment Options
Treatment very much depends on the findings of the assessment and the possible contributing factors identified. Techniques used to treat joint pain can often include the following:
- Joint mobilization
- Soft tissue massage
- Trigger point therapy
- Electrotherapy – Ultrasound, TENS or Interferential therapy
- Taping techniques to protect joints, correct posture or give feedback
- Posture correction
- advice on ways to change movements and habits to reduce or eliminate the pain such as during work or sports activities
- Exercise programmes to mobilize and strengthen injured Muscles and joints
All joint treatments include assessment and treatment of the surrounding muscles where weakness or overuse is identified.