Got A Knee Injury? Consider Physical Therapy
Got A Knee Injury? Consider Physical Therapy
A bad knee injury can really throw a wrench into your plans. It becomes harder to walk, climb stairs, and participate in your favorite sports or other recreational activities. Many people assume their only option is to mask the discomfort with pain medication–or undergo surgery. In reality, there’s a third choice: physical therapy.
Physical therapy provides an effective, evidence-based alternative for many knee injuries that can help you recover strength, mobility, and function. At King Physical Therapy, we’ll work with you to develop a treatment program that addresses your knee injury directly–that way, you can get back to living your life without going under the knife.
Some of the Common Knee Injuries We Help Treat
There’s more than one way to hurt your knee. Here are a few of the injuries we frequently see at our clinic:
Ligament Injuries
Your knee contains four main ligaments, and damage can range from mild overstretching to a complete rupture. While severe ligament injuries will generally require surgery to regain full function, mild injuries respond well to physical therapy. In both cases, our team is here to help you stabilize your knee joint and regain lower body strength.
Meniscus Tears
A meniscus tear occurs when the cartilage in the knee joint is damaged, often from twisting or sudden movements. Like ligament tears, a severe meniscus tear may require surgery. However, physical therapy can strengthen the surrounding muscles, improve joint stability, and reduce pain, making it a non-surgical option for many cases.
Jumper’s Knee
Jumper’s knee (or patellar tendinitis) is an inflammation of the tendon connecting the kneecap to the shinbone. Targeted exercises and stretching can reduce symptoms while preventing further injury.
Runner’s Knee
Runner’s knee (or patellofemoral pain syndrome) is a condition where pain develops around the kneecap, often due to overuse or misalignment. Physical therapy focuses on correcting imbalances, improving knee alignment, and strengthening the leg muscles to relieve pain and enhance function.
Why Is Physical Therapy a Good Choice for These Injuries?
Physical therapy focuses on natural healing by using the body’s mechanisms. Instead of masking pain or removing damaged tissue, it encourages muscles, ligaments, and tendons to rebuild strength and function.
Three Benefits of Physical Therapy Over Surgery or Pain Medication
It Has Fewer Risks
- Surgery is hard on your body, and it brings with it a host of risks, from blood clots to long-term complications. Medications can cause unwanted side effects or, in some cases, dependency, making them riskier as well. Physical therapy’s all-natural approach sidesteps these concerns.
It Provides Personalized Care
- We tailor our physical therapy treatments to your specific injury. Your first session will consist of a comprehensive assessment in which we review your symptoms, health history, and recovery goals. We use this information to craft a one-of-a-kind treatment program.
It Takes a Holistic Approach
- Physical therapy’s emphasis on targeted exercises and its whole-body approach to treatment can help improve your overall health and well-being. In fact, our ultimate aim is to address the underlying causes that contributed to your injury in the first place, helping to minimize your risk of future injuries.
What To Expect From Your Treatment Program
Our team pulls from several techniques to ensure you get the care you need. After your initial assessment, here’s a general overview of what you can expect:
Pain Management
Techniques like manual therapy and treatment modalities like hot or cold therapy can help reduce your pain while facilitating your body’s healing processes.
Mobility Work
Improving your knee’s range of motion is an essential early step. It helps you move better, preventing falls and making it easier for you to move through treatment.
Strengthening Exercises
Strengthening the muscles around your knee provides additional support and stability to the joint, helping to reduce pain and your risk of another injury.
Balance Training
A knee injury can affect your balance and gait. These specialized exercises will keep you on your feet.
Functional Training
Finally, we’ll work with you to improve your ability to perform day-to-day tasks, like climbing stairs. We’ll also provide you with a return-to-activity schedule to get back to what you love.
Call Today To Get Started
Choosing physical therapy for knee injuries is a proactive step toward recovery. Schedule an appointment with King Physical Therapy to learn more about what physical therapy offers!
Summer is the perfect time to stay active, enjoy the outdoors, and make the most of longer days—and King Physical Therapy is here to help you move with confidence. Whether you’re managing pain, recovering from an injury, or getting back to your favorite summer activities, our team is ready to help you feel stronger, healthier, and ready for the season ahead.
Exercise of the Month
HEEL SLIDES LONG SIT
Start by sitting on the floor with both legs extended out in front of you and your back flat. Loop a strap around your foot on your injured leg and place a towel under your heel. Slowly pull your heel toward your butt by tugging on the strap until you have reached your max comfortable range of motion. Slowly allow your heel to slide back out until your leg is straight.
3 Sets, 10 Reps. (Materials needed: towel, belt)
6 Tips for a Healthy Summer
Your diet affects many aspects of your well-being including your immune system, bone health, muscle function, inflammation and pain. In summer, it can be difficult to keep good nutrition at the forefront especially with barbeques and cookouts popping up everywhere you look — so here are six simple ways to help you stay healthy this season.
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Swap Snacks for Fruits & Vegetables
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Replace Steak with Fish
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Reduce Saturated Fat Intake
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Cut Down on Sugary Drinks
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Drink Enough Water
6
Don’t Skip Breakfast
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Featured Recipe
Turmeric Potatoes
These savory turmeric potatoes are packed with warm spices, roasted garlic, and vibrant vegetables for a comforting dish full of flavor. Whether served as a side or enjoyed on their own, they’re an easy way to bring bold, nourishing ingredients to your summer table.
Ingredients:
- 4 medium sized potatoes
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 1 red onion
- 1/2 bell pepper
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/2 tsp curry
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Pinch of pepper
- Cooking oil
Directions:
STEP 1: Prepare the vegetables. Cut the potatoes into cubes, quarter onion and chop the garlic and bell pepper.
STEP 2: Heat the cooking oil in a large frying pan and fry garlic and onion until golden.
STEP 3: Add the ground turmeric and curry and fry for a short while.
STEP 4: Add the potatoes and season with salt and rosemary. Let the dish simmer with a lid until the potatoes are tender, then add the bell pepper.
STEP 5: Stir well and cover for a few minutes and serve.
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