Knee Treatment
From young to old, sedentary to active, knee pain can affect a variety of people. Even the most physically fit of us may experience knee pain. The severity of your injury also varies greatly depending on what has happened and what mechanism is causing your symptoms.
Our approach to treating knee pain is equally as broad. At Pure Physio, we tailor your individual treatment plan to suit your lifestyle and objectives. We begin with a thorough assessment to identify the cause for your knee pain. This then guides our expert treatment and rehabilitation plan to aid your recovery.
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Causes of knee injury
Knee pain can present in two ways – through a direct injury (traumatic) or more gradually over time (a-traumatic). A direct injury might be caused by twisting your knee while playing sport, or following a fall, or after a particular run. Whereas, gradual onset injuries may occur due to poor movement patterns, repeated loading, or congenital (from birth) conditions. Pure Physio can help with all the afore mentioned causes of knee pain.
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Common symptoms of knee injury
As part of a knee injury, you may experience:
- A sudden, audible “pop” at the time of injury.
- Swelling.
- Locking of the knee joint.
- Pain or weakness limiting your ability to weight bear.
- Knee buckling.
- Pain at rest or with activity.
- Restriction or an increase in range of motion.
- Burning sensation.
- Tension in the knee or surrounding muscles.
Our approach to knee treatment
At Pure Physio, our approach to assessment, treatment and rehabilitation is incredibly thorough. Firstly, we identify the exact underlying causes of your knee presentation. Then, we address these in relation to your goals and needs. Our aim is to get you back on your feet, faster.
We also believe in the importance of hands-on treatment. After gaining the full picture of your knee injury, we use techniques including soft tissue therapy, mobilisation, dry needling, and stretching, to assist in recovery. This helps alleviate your pain and prevent knee pain in the future.
Knee conditions we treat
There are many different conditions and causes that affect the knee joint. However, not all of these causes stem from the knee joint itself. Some common knee conditions we treat include:
- Osteoarthritis.
- Patellofemoral pain (runner’s knee).
- Iliotibial band (ITB) syndrome.
- Ligament injuries (ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL).
- Overuse or overload from increased or repetitive activity.
- Referred pain and neural symptoms from the lower back.
- Tendinopathy and tendon ruptures.
- Meniscus injury and tears.
- Patella fat-pad impingement.
- Bursitis.
- Fractures.
When should I see a physiotherapist?
The earlier we can diagnose your condition and begin treatment, the sooner you can return to your normal healthy self. If left untreated, your symptoms may progress, causing further lifestyle restrictions and a longer recovery period. Speak with our experienced team if any of these symptoms sound familiar to the pain you are experiencing.
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