Knees carry a lot of load, so when they hurt they affect everything: walking, stairs, kneeling, sport. The good news is that most knee problems respond very well to the right exercise.
Knee problems we treat
- Pain at the front of the knee, including runner’s knee (patellofemoral pain)
- Ligament injuries such as ACL and MCL sprains and tears
- Meniscus (cartilage) tears
- Patellar tendon pain (jumper’s knee)
- Knee osteoarthritis
- Rehabilitation after arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction or knee replacement
Why we look beyond the knee
The knee sits between the hip and the foot. Weak hip muscles, flat or stiff feet and how you land or squat can all overload it. Our biomechanical assessment checks the whole leg.
How we treat knee pain
- Hands-on treatment to calm pain and restore movement
- Progressive strengthening for the thigh, hip and calf muscles
- Balance and control work to protect the knee
- A gradual return to running, sport or long walks
- Advice on activity, footwear and managing flare-ups
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Common questions
Can physiotherapy help knee arthritis?
Yes. Strengthening the muscles around the knee and staying active are among the most effective treatments for knee osteoarthritis, and can reduce pain and stiffness.
Do I need surgery for a torn meniscus?
Not always. Many meniscus tears, especially wear-related ones, improve well with physiotherapy. A locking or giving-way knee may need a surgical opinion.
Should I stop running with knee pain?
You may not need to stop completely. We often reduce or adjust your running while we treat the cause, so you keep your fitness.
When should I see a doctor about knee pain?
Seek medical help quickly if you cannot put weight on the leg, the knee is very swollen, hot and red, or it is badly deformed after an injury.
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