PUTTING AN END TO YOUR HIP AND KNEE PAIN NATURALLY

To aid in complex movement, the hips and knees have a multitude of tendons, muscles, and joints linked together. It can be tough to perform daily tasks if you have an injury (and consequent discomfort) in a specific location.

Physical therapy, fortunately, can assist you in a variety of methods to permanently resolve your hip and knee pain. To learn more about how a qualified physical therapist may help you manage your pain, call our office right now.

COMMON CAUSES OF HIP AND KNEE PAIN INCLUDE

The knees and hips are frequently affected by a variety of disorders. Repetitive motion, acute damage, or chronic disease can all cause these problems. The following are the most common causes of hip and knee pain:

• Meniscus tears. One of the most frequent knee injuries is patellar tendonitis. A torn meniscus can cause pain, edema, and stiffness ranging from minor to severe. This syndrome can develop as a result of a sudden injury or repeated motions. If you participate in a sport or pastime that requires a lot of turning and twisting of your legs, you’re more likely to tear your meniscus. A torn meniscus can be treated non-surgically by a physical therapist.

• Bursitis. Bursitis occurs when a small sac of fluid, known as the “bursa,” becomes inflamed. This is often caused by overuse or repetitive injuries. Bursitis can occur in a variety of locations in the body, including the hips and knees. Physical therapy can aid in recovery and the reduction of pain.

• Arthritis. Arthritis is a condition that results in the inflammation of tissues surrounding the joints. This condition can cause knee and hip pain if it develops in those joints. A physical therapist can teach you correct posture and proper movement techniques to protect your joints and relieve arthritic pains.

• Sprains and strains. Sprains occur when a ligament is stretched beyond its limits, while strains occur when a muscle or tendon is beyond its limits. It is also possible for ligaments to rupture, which can cause pain, bruising, and limited mobility. A physical therapist can help you recover quickly while showing you exercise techniques to reduce pain.

The other signs and symptoms that need to have an evaluation sooner than later include:

• New and/or persistent swelling
• Regression of function (loss or difficulty with activity and/or mobility previously performed)
• Loss of motion in a joint
• Weakness (new or worsening)
• Limping or inability to bear weight
• New or persistent sleep disturbance related to injury/condition

As physical therapists, we understand the clues the body is telling us and use this information to identify the severity of the condition and how long it will likely take to resolve fully. Waiting to see or hoping it goes away can complicate things and make a small problem become bigger and/or several different problems.

Our goal at Mayfield Physical Therapy in Mayfield Heights, OH is to help improve your aches and pain to do what you love without limits!

WHAT TO EXPECT AT YOUR MAYFIELD HEIGHTS, OH PHYSICAL THERAPY SESSIONS

Understanding the messages your body tells you is essential to ensure optimal recovery. We can help interpret them for you and guide you back to health! Physical therapy should start immediately following most injuries to ensure the fastest recovery possible.

We will start with an injury evaluation and a comprehensive assessment to identify all the factors contributing to your condition. This will consist of a thorough history to understand the type of symptoms you have been experiencing and any previous injuries or pains that affected your health and function.

Our physical therapists will interpret this information to identify the source of your problems and develop a therapeutic program to resolve them. These treatments will include targeted manual techniques, mobility work, strengthening, and other strategies for the fastest possible recovery.

At Mayfield Physical Therapy our team will work with you from start to finish. We can help interpret the clues your body is giving and guide you on resolving your condition once and for all!

MAKE AN APPOINTMENT WITH US TODAY

Physical therapy treatments can help you stay as active and pain-free as possible. To cure your specific ailment, one of our highly-trained physical therapists will build a personalized treatment plan for you.



To schedule an evaluation with a skilled physical therapist, call our office today. Also, learn how physical therapy can help you eliminate your hip and knee discomfort!

SOURCES:

• https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/exercise-for-stronger-knees-and-hips
• https://www.moveforwardpt.com/Resources/Detail/5-exercises-to-reduce-knee-pain
• https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/hip-pain/basics/causes/sym-20050684