09/01/2024
When should I see a Physiotherapist for knee pain?
Knee injuries can be debilitating and frustrating. A variety of causes can lead to knee pain, including local injury, referred pain, biomechanical problems and systemic problems. In most cases, your Doctor will refer you to a Physiotherapist to help manage your knee pain.
If you are experiencing recurring muscle or joint pain or require assistance in rehabilitating from an injury, you can make an appointment with one of our Physiotherapists for an assessment. There is no set period of time in which you should receive Physiotherapy for knee pain but it’s best to have an assessment and consultation sooner rather than later.
What does a Physiotherapist do for knee pain?
1) Strapping or Bracing
To overcome a knee ailment, you may require the use of tape or a brace. This will allow you to stay as active as possible while dealing with your knee pain. Our Physiotherapists will be able to advise you on what will work best for you.
2) Inflammation reduction
Physiotherapists employ a variety of techniques to alleviate pain and inflammation in an injured knee. If you want a rapid resolution to your knee problem, you must reduce swelling and inflammation as soon as possible.
3) Modification of activity
If you have a sore knee, you should avoid activities that put a strain on it. Physiotherapists will advise you on what to avoid. If you have a problem under your knee cap, for example, you should avoid most squatting and lunging exercises.
4) Rehabilitation post-surgery
Physiotherapy is essential following knee surgery. You should start this as soon as you can to achieve the best possible outcome.
5) Increase your range of motion
An injured or arthritic knee will frequently stiffen. This can result in pain, weakness and function loss. All of these factors can be improved by increasing movement in a stiff knee.
6) Muscle strengthening
A modest amount of swelling or soreness in your knee is enough to hinder the vital quadriceps (thigh) muscles. If these muscles aren’t operating properly, it might lead to long-term knee difficulties.
7) Soft tissue release
Muscle imbalance, inflammation and scar tissue can cause the soft tissue around your knee to tighten. If this has occurred, Physiotherapists will be able to identify it and release any tight tissues.
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