Is knee pain holding you back?
Why painkillers and a quick GP visit often aren’t enough
Knee pain can stop you walking, running or even kneeling comfortably. We find the cause and build a plan to get you moving with confidence again.
Knee pain is often written off as wear and tear or just part of getting older, or people hope it will fade with time. But it can be frustrating and debilitating, and stop you doing things you once took for granted.
At Recover Physio, we aim to ease your knee pain without injections or painkillers, and get you back to an active life as quickly as possible.
Not sure what is wrong or where your knee pain is coming from? You are not alone. Knee pain is one of the most common problems we treat.
People living with knee pain almost always ask us the same questions:
“Why me?”
“Why is my pain not getting better?”
“Why is my pain getting worse even though I am resting?”
Many people hope they will wake up one morning and find the pain has gone. Sadly, that rarely happens. Your knee is a complex joint that you use all day, and if it is left untreated, the pain can build and stop you doing the things you enjoy.
Has this ever happened to you?
Maybe everyone is telling you something different. Or you feel resting is best, because every time you do anything, even walk, your knee hurts.
Maybe one person gave you certain exercises, and someone else gave you completely different ones.
Maybe you have seen a doctor and been advised to take painkillers and wear a knee support, but they haven’t helped.
With so much confusion, it is hard to know what will actually ease your pain. Many people end up accepting it as something they will always have to live with.
Is this how you feel?
Five common reasons knee pain lasts longer than it should:
- You thought rest would sort it, and you have tried ice, heat and supports.
- You were told to rest, wear a support and take painkillers, but the pain is still there.
- Family or friends told you everyone’s knees get worse with age.
- You have seen healthcare professionals, maybe even a physio, before.
- You have tried lots of things over a long time, but they only helped for a short while.
Sound familiar? We would love to offer you a free, no-obligation telephone consultation with one of our experienced physiotherapists. Use the link below to book.
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We want to help
If any of this sounds familiar, we would love to help.
You have choices about your healthcare. We want you to feel comfortable with us and confident in how we will help you with your knee.
Our patients tell us they value speaking to a physiotherapist free of charge before their first appointment. It is your chance to ask questions and find out if, and how, physiotherapy can help. We always take the time to talk things through with you.
If any of those reasons ring true, here are four simple steps you can take right now:
Step 1:
Decide to get help. We have treated many people just like you at Recover Physio.
Step 2:
Do the right exercises. The right exercises from a physiotherapist can reduce pain, help you move more freely and speed up your recovery.
Step 3:
Avoid too much rest. Some rest can help, but too much can slow healing. Injuries need good blood flow to recover, and movement increases it. The right movement and strengthening exercises, alongside hands-on treatment, give you the best chance of a quick recovery.
Step 4:
Get hands-on physiotherapy. At Recover Physio, we help people recover from knee injuries all year round. If your knee is stopping you staying active, working, playing sport or managing everyday tasks, physiotherapy can help you get back to the life you want as quickly as possible.
Want to know how Recover Physio can help with your knee pain? Arrange a free, no-obligation telephone consultation with one of our chartered physiotherapists. We will talk through your symptoms and explain if, and how, physiotherapy can help. Use the link below to book, or call us on 01424 444005.
Common Knee Problems
Have a diagnosis or think you have an idea? Do any of the following sound familiar?
- Ligament Injuries
- Anterior Knee Pain
- Pre and Post operation surgery
- Meniscal/cartilage tears
- Arthritis