Say Goodbye To Knee Pain With Physical Therapy!
Have you noticed that walking or going up and down stairs seems more difficult, thanks to your knees? Do you search for a parking spot close to the store entrance out of concern for your knees? If this is you, it is time to let the experts at St. Pete Physical Therapy get to the root of your knee pain and help you resolve your knee pain once and for all! Knee pain is a common complaint, especially as we get older. Fortunately, the results-oriented physical therapists at St. Pete Physical Therapy offer proven solutions to address your knee pain!
You may feel tempted to limit your movement if you’re struggling with knee pain. However, this is likely the opposite of what you should do–regular exercise is crucial in managing or relieving persistent knee pain. Research shows that the knees need movement to stay healthy. No matter how tempting it may be to limit your everyday activities to avoid pain, it likely will not help your knees and may make them worse. Furthermore, there are some cases where knee pain is actually caused by impairments elsewhere in the body, such as the hip, core or ankle. Finding knee pain relief can be challenging, which is why it is so important to seek the help and expertise of a Doctor of Physical Therapy.
At St. Pete Physical Therapy, we’ll help you dig down to the root of your knee pain, including determining if it’s a problem with your knee at all! Once we know the cause of your pain, we’ll develop an evidence-based physical therapy treatment plan that will get you moving and feeling your best–without the use of dangerous drugs or invasive surgery.
Knee pain doesn’t have to be an inevitable part of growing older. Our expert physical therapists will help you control your pain and improve your mobility–so you can get back to a healthy, active lifestyle!
Why Does My Knee Hurt?
Understanding the Causes of Knee Pain
Firstly, it’s important to understand that knee pain isn’t always a knee problem. The knee joint relies on the joints above and below it (the hip and the ankle/foot, respectively) to work correctly. Your knee pain might very well be an issue with your hip or ankles, not the knee itself.
That said, there are situations where knee pain is due to an injury or other impairment in the knee. Your knee joint is a complex blend of muscles, nerves, and bones. Every time you bend and straighten that joint, all those tissues must work together to get moving. If something goes wrong in even one area, it could lead to pain.
Fortunately, at St. Pete Physical Therapy in St. Petersburg, FL, our physical therapists are experts at getting to the root of your knee pain. Here are some of the conditions and injuries of the knee that could be causing your pain:
Arthritis
Cartilage Injuries
Ligament Injuries
Tendinitis
Knee bursitis
Patellar Dislocation
Growth Plate Injuries
Fractures
The physical therapists at St. Pete Physical Therapy will always work closely with you to determine why you’re experiencing pain, so we can provide you with evidence-based treatments that will get you the relief you’re looking for.
Get to the source of your knee pain–schedule your appointment today!
Physical therapy for knee pain relief
Our team of experts always offers customized, evidence-based treatment plans developed around your specific needs and abilities.
When you come in for your initial consultation, we’ll start with a comprehensive knee evaluation, including a thorough medical history and hands-on physical assessment. Through various mobility tests, we’ll be able to determine if the problem is your knee or something else, the extent of the injury, and whether or not you might need surgery.
From there, we’ll develop your personalized treatment plan to address your specific needs. We’ll use a blend of different treatment approaches, including the following:
- Manual Therapy: This hands-on treatment technique can reduce pain and restore your mobility. Our physical therapists will guide your knee joint through its range of motion, helping to address impairments.
- Therapeutic Exercise: Our targeted exercises will get the joints moving and address issues with strength and flexibility. We’ll show you stretches to improve your range of motion and resistance exercises to strengthen the muscles around the knee joint.
- Functional Training: If you struggle with everyday movements, such as walking, squatting, stairs, running or standing up after sitting, our therapists will provide specialized exercises to help you “train” for daily tasks.
- Education: Finally, our therapists will help you fully understand your condition and what you can do to see results
No matter your specific needs, our dedicated team of physical therapy experts will find the right blend of treatment methods for you. Whether you’re recovering from an injury or preparing for surgery, we’re here to help you find knee pain relief!
Get started with your treatment today! Call or text us at 727-490-9487 to schedule your appointment!
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You don’t have to figure this out alone. We will build a plan around your goals so you can get back to doing what you love with confidence.