Knee Pain Holding You Back? Get Dancing Again With Physical Therapy!
Do you ever worry that while standing, your knees will “give out”? Do you look for the closest parking spot at your favorite store or avoid businesses that have a lot of stairs? Do you decline that invitation from your friends or family because you fear your knee pain will slow them down? If this describes you, you are in the right place.
Knee pain can really put a damper on your life. It can keep you from doing the things you want to do, and prevent you from making some really great memories. Well, that ends now. IMG Physical Therapy believes that you can get back to doing all the things you love, without the need for dangerous drugs or invasive surgery. Schedule an appointment at our Fleetwood, PA clinic today to get back to a healthy, active lifestyle!
What Is The Cause Of Your Knee Pain?
Your knee is a hinge joint that can only move forward and backward. Did you know that to squat, your knees must support six times your body weight? Your knees should allow you to perform movements like standing, walking, running, and dancing with ease if they are operating properly. If your body is not properly aligned, it will not allow you to do the things you want it to without pain.
Knee pain can be brought on by a number of things, included but not limited to:
ACL injury
There are four ligaments that connect our thighbone to your shinbone, the ACL being one of them. An ACL injury is usually common in people who play sports, like soccer, basketball, or other sports that require sudden changes in direction.
Fractures
If you have a fall or experience a car accident, the bones of the knee, including the kneecap (patella), can be broken. You can also experience a knee fracture just by simply taking a wrong step if you have weakened bones by osteoporosis.
Torn meniscus
The meniscus is known as the shock absorber between your shinbone and thighbone. If you suddenly twist your knee while bearing weight on it, this tough, rubbery cartilage may tear.
Knee bursitis
Inflammation in the bursae, the small sacs of fluid that cushion the outside of your knee joint, can occur as the result of a knee injury, preventing the tendons and ligaments from gliding smoothly over the joint.
Patellar tendinitis
Tendons are the thick, fibrous tissues that attach muscles to bones. If they become irritated and inflamed, tendinitis can occur. The patellar tendon, which allows you to kick, run and jump, runs from the kneecap (patella) to the shinbone. Patellar tendinitis usually occurs in runners, skiers, cyclists, and those involved in jumping sports and activities.
Seeing a licensed physical therapist at IMG Physical Therapy for a thorough evaluation of your condition is the best way to determine the true cause of your knee pain. Request an appointment today!
How Can A Physical Therapist Help Relieve My Knee Pain?
Knee pain does not have to hold you back any longer; physical therapy at our Fleetwood, PA clinic can help. During your first appointment, one of our physical therapists will examine your knees for signs of misalignment or structural damage, and evaluate your stance, posture, gait, and range of motion. A customized treatment plan will be designed to relieve unnatural stress and strain on your knees, and together you will work to improve your overall joint function so you can get back to living your normal life with more flexibility and less pain.
You will be given specific exercises to improve the stability of your knees and relieve your pain. Joint mobilization may also be included in your treatment plan to improve joint movement or other soft tissue treatments that relieve pain and promote healing of damaged tissues.
The physical therapy treatments at IMG Physical Therapy might be able to help you avoid having to undergo costly and painful surgery as well.
Find Long-lasting Knee Pain Relief With IMG Physical Therapy
Now is the time to take control of your knee pain and keep it from hindering your life any further. Get started on the path toward long-term pain relief today! Make an appointment at IMG Physical Therapy today to speak with one of our dedicated physical therapists.