Knee Pain: Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
What is patellofemoral pain syndrome? Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), is one of the most common causes of knee pain.
Areas we treat
Knee Pain
Experienced knee pain assessment and treatment at our Newstead clinic. We diagnose the cause of your knee pain and design a recovery plan tailored to the structures involved.
About Knee Pain
The knee is the largest joint in the body. It is made up of the femur (thigh bone), tibia (shin bone), patella (knee cap), supporting ligaments and interarticular cartilage. As one of the most complex joints, there are many potential causes of knee pain.
Physiotherapy for knee pain involves assessing the movement of your knee, identifying positions and activities that cause pain, and addressing muscle pain and joint stiffness through hands-on techniques and exercises. Treatment varies depending on the presenting condition, so your physiotherapist will thoroughly assess your knee to ensure the correct diagnosis is made.
What we treat
Causes & Types We Treat
Ligament sprains & tears (ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL)
Meniscal sprains, strains & tears
Muscle & tendon tears
Tendinopathy
Patellofemoral joint pain
Iliotibial band pain
Chondromalacia patellae
Fat pad irritation & bursitis
Baker's cyst
Osteoarthritis & rheumatoid arthritis
What to expect
How We Treat It
For acute knee injuries we recommend resting from aggravating activities, staying physically active while avoiding pain-provoking movements, and applying ice for 20 minutes every 2 hours for the first 48 to 72 hours.
Your physiotherapist will then perform a thorough assessment and design a customised recovery plan. Treatment options include hands-on manual therapy, massage, and exercises to improve mobility and motor control of the knee, and the muscles and joints above and below it.
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