Find Relief with Physical Therapy Techniques For Knee Pain
Knee pain can make it difficult to walk, climb stairs, and even stand up, which can make daily life and staying active feel impossible. Fortunately, physical therapy strategies for knee pain management can help restore your physical abilities and improve your quality of life through movement, exercise, and knowledge.
Call Schultz Physical Therapy today to resolve your knee pain and get back to what you like best.
Understanding Common Causes of Knee Pain
Knee pain, whether due to an injury, overuse, or arthritis, can be a debilitating condition that affects daily activities and overall quality of life. Physical therapy offers knee pain management techniques to address the root causes of knee pain by utilizing exercises, manual techniques, and modalities to improve strength, mobility, and function. This multi-pronged approach reduces pain and prevents future injuries by empowering patients to regain control of their lives.
Common causes of knee pain include:
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)
- This common sports-related injury can occur when athletes are required to pivot and quickly change direction.
Meniscal Tears
- Result of an awkward twist of the knee, often occurring during sports, improper form when standing up, or as a result of arthritis.
Tendon Injuries
- Commonly caused by explosive movements (sprinting) or unexpected or awkward movements/activities
Bursitis
- Swelling or inflammation of the sac-like structure between bones, tendons, and ligaments that create a cushion between tissues that move against one another.
Tendonitis
- Tendons are dense connective tissues linking muscles to bones that can become inflamed when subjected to repetitive movements.
Signs of knee injury include pain, swelling, loss of motion, weakness, and in some cases, instability. Our physical therapists are experts in effective techniques that alleviate pain, reduce swelling, and restore mobility and strength so you can get back to what you like doing best.
Knee Pain Management With Schultz Physical Therapy
We’ll begin your knee pain management program by thoroughly reviewing your health history and existing knee condition. We’ll talk about your goals, concerns, and any questions you have about our process. Then, we’ll proceed to in-depth movement assessments to identify any faulty patterns, weaknesses, and restrictions, as well as your knee’s current range of motion, strength, balance, and coordination.
Next, we’ll create your tailored physical therapy plan with specific knee pain management techniques that include:
Manual Therapy
- Gentle, targeted, hands-on treatments that alleviate pain, improve mobility, and help minimize inflammation.
Therapeutic Exercises
- Prescribed movements designed to correct impairments and restore muscular and skeletal function.
Balance
- Exercises designed to challenge and enhance how the body reacts to obstacles and improve your center of gravity.
Return To Activity
- Exercises for activity, sport, or job-specific requirements so you can get back to what you like best and keep your knee operating at its full potential.
Call us today for your appointment to discover the most effective physical therapy techniques for knee pain management.
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