Knee pain
The knee is a hinge joint and is the biggest joint in your body. It is an important part of your body and is involved in activities such as walking, squatting, running and jumping.
Knee pain is a common complaint that can affect people of any age. Knee injuries can be acute as a result of trauma or can build gradually over time.
Knee pain
Common conditions we treat
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Patella femoral pain - Knee cap pain
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ITB syndrome
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Bursitis
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Mensical irritation, inflammation or tears
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Osteoarthritis
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Ligament injury or tear - ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL
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Osgood Slatters
Common symptoms
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Pain in or around the knee
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Swelling, redness or heat in the knee
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Clicking or locking of the knee
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Feeling of knee giving way
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Difficulty taking weight onto knee
Common contributing factors
Overuse - sudden increase in activity
Trauma - twisting, impact, fall
Degenerative changes
Reduced Strength and flexibility
Injury or dysfunction in other areas of your body e.g. Hip or ankle
