Most Common Illness:
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury
The tear of one of the ligaments inside the knee.
- Meniscus Tears
Caused by sudden knee twisting movements.
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pain at the front of the knee, around the kneecap.
- Knee Osteoarthritis
Caused by joint surface wear and tear.
- Iliotibial (IT) Band Syndrome
The inflammation of the connective tissue running from the hip to the knee joint.
- Patellar Tendonitis (Jumper’s Knee)
Caused by overuse of the knee joint, such as frequent jumping on hard surfaces.
- Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Aims to restore muscle strength, knee joint function, and mobility, while preventing complications
- Knee Bursitis
Inflammation of a tiny fluid-filled sac (bursa) around the joint of the knees.
Symptoms:
- Pain
Discomfort in any of the structures in the knee joint.
- Swelling
Swollen knees are a sign of inflammation.
- Bruising
A result of a direct impact to the knee.
- Limited Range of Motion
The inability to move the knees within its normal range of motion.
- Instability
Knee joint bones aren’t held tightly together.
- Weakness
Loss of strength of knee motion due to inability to create an adequate force.
- Stiffness
Knee pain that makes it difficult or impossible to move it
- Tenderness to Touch
Occur due to injuries/inflammation and causes pain when the knees are touched.
- Crepitus
Sounds of knee popping or knee cracking when you bend your knee.
- Difficulty Walking
Results from knee severe pain or stiffness
- Numbness and Tingling
You find it hard to control the knee joint and a dull pain might occur.
- Heat or Warmth
Usually a sign of inflammation.
- Pain with Weight Bearing
Severe knee pain with weight-bearing activities.
Available treatment:
- Pain Management
- Restoration of Range of Motion (ROM):
- Strengthening Exercise
- Balance and Proprioception Training
- Functional Training
- Gait Training
- Bracing or Taping
- Education and Home Exercise Program
- Modalities
- Manual Therapy
