Advanced Assessment &
Treatment for Knee Pain
Knee pain can have many different causes, which is why an accurate assessment is so important. Whether you've injured your knee playing sport, developed pain gradually over time or been told you have arthritis but aren't sure what to do next, I'll help you understand what's driving your symptoms, explain your options clearly and create a treatment plan that's tailored to you, at Genuine Physio in Tadworth.
Knee Pain Symptoms
Knee pain affects everyone differently. Common symptoms include:
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Pain when walking, climbing stairs or getting up from a chair.
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Swelling around the knee.
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Stiffness, particularly after rest or first thing in the morning.
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Pain when squatting, kneeling or running.
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Clicking, catching or locking of the knee.
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A feeling that the knee may give way.
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Difficulty returning to sport or everyday activities.
The good news is that most knee pain improves with a thorough assessment and treatment. If further investigation or imaging is appropriate, I'll explain your options, arrange this where needed and guide you towards the next step.
Common Knee Conditions
Many different conditions can cause knee pain. During your assessment, I'll identify what's driving your symptoms and explain what it means for your recovery.
» Knee Osteoarthritis
» Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner's Knee)
» Meniscal Tear (Cartilage Tear)
» Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury
» Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Injury
» Patellar Tendinopathy (Jumper's Knee)
» Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITB Syndrome)
» Referred Pain from Lumbar Spine or Hip