What we treat
Knee pain
Knee pain can stop you running, squatting or even taking the stairs. A clear diagnosis comes first, then rehab that rebuilds strength and confidence in the knee.
Explained
What is knee pain?
Knee pain has many causes: irritation at the front of the knee, tendon problems, ligament or cartilage injuries, and wear-and-tear changes such as osteoarthritis.
Most knee problems respond well to the right exercise. The hips, ankles and how you load the knee all play a part, so we look at the whole leg.
Common causes
- Running or jumping load increasing too quickly (runner's knee)
- A twisting injury in sport
- Weakness around the hip and thigh
- Osteoarthritis
- Recovery after knee surgery
Symptoms
- Pain around or behind the kneecap
- Pain on stairs, squatting or kneeling
- Swelling or stiffness
- Clicking, catching or giving way
- Pain after running
Treatment
How we help
We test the strength of your thigh and hip with a dynamometer, measure your range and watch how you squat, step and land. Your rehab builds from there, through to running, jumping or sport.
- 1Assess and measureDetailed assessment with objective measures.
- 2ExplainWhat's going on, in plain language.
- 3TreatHands-on work where it helps.
- 4RebuildProgressive rehab in our gyms.
Typical treatment
- Strength work for the thigh, hip and calf
- Load management to settle pain
- Hands-on treatment and taping
- Return to running and jumping programmes
- Post-operative knee rehab
Hollie helped my son fully recover from knee pain. She took the time to properly assess him, showed genuine care, and taught him targeted exercises to strengthen his legs.
When to get urgent help
If you have any of these, get medical help straight away. Call 999 or go to A&E if symptoms are severe or came on suddenly. Otherwise call 111 or your GP for an urgent appointment.
- You cannot put weight on the leg after an injury
- The knee is hot, red and swollen and you feel unwell
- The knee looks deformed after an injury
- Pain and swelling in the calf
Questions people ask
Should I stop running?
Not always. We often reduce and adjust your running while you build strength, rather than stopping completely.
Can physio help arthritis in the knee?
Yes. Exercise is one of the most effective treatments for knee osteoarthritis, and helping people live with osteoarthritis is one of our areas of expertise.
Do you do rehab after knee surgery?
Yes. Rehab after knee surgery is one of our areas of expertise.
Get help with knee pain
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