Discover Knee Pain Relief in Vancouver With Physiotherapy!
Physio For Seniors provides comprehensive knee care by balancing out your whole body!
The effects of knee pain on your daily life, mobility, and overall well-being can be profound. At Physio For Seniors, we strive to get to the root cause of your knee pain using our whole-body approach to physiotherapy that does not rely on drugs or invasive surgery. We help you restore your mobility and strength and give you the tools to get back to the activities you love. Request an appointment for knee pain relief in Vancouver at our Denman Street and Howe Street clinics. Alternatively, request an in-home or telehealth visit!
Knee pain can be caused by a variety of factors
Understanding the mechanics of the knee joint in relation to the entire body when squatting, walking, standing up, sitting down, stair climbing and other activities is crucial for identifying the most effective treatments and regaining control of your body’s harmony. Our physiotherapists can help using our holistic approach to knee pain relief in Vancouver.
The most common causes include the following:
- Arthritis: The most common type of arthritis for knee pain is osteoarthritis (OA). This condition occurs when the cartilage lining your joints deteriorates, and the joint no longer has sufficient cushioning between the bony surfaces. Past trauma, muscle inflexibility and faulty alignment of the legs can all contribute to increased wear and tear of the cartilage. This leads to joint inflammation, with varying pain levels, stiffness, and reduced mobility.
- Cartilage Injuries: There are two common types of cartilage injuries: meniscus and articular cartilage injury. If you twist your knee quickly while bearing weight or your knee gets impacted at an awkward angle, the cartilage may be injured. It is also possible for prolonged inactivity or excessively repetitive movements to cause fraying and eventually tearing of the cartilage.
- Ligament Injuries: Our bones are connected by ligaments, which act like leather straps holding the bones together and keeping your knee stable. Ligament injuries are often caused by sudden stops and twists or direct blows to the knee.
- Tendonitis: Your tendons are thick connective tissues that attach muscles to bones. Tendonitis occurs when the tendon becomes inflamed due to repetitive movements. It is common in jumping and landing motions, and sports like skiing, cycling, or running. The patellar tendon connects the patella (kneecap) to the shinbone, allowing you to kick, run, and jump. Patellar tendonitis is common in runners, skiers, cyclists, and those engaging in jumping sports. Knee tendonitis can make walking, rising from a chair, climbing stairs, or playing sports difficult.
- Patellar Dislocation: A condition in which the kneecap slides out of place, often caused by a sudden change in direction or twisting of the knee.
There are times when knee pain is the symptom, not the cause of your problem. The knee can alert you to a problem in the foot or hip region. A thorough evaluation by our holistic physiotherapists is the best way to determine the actual cause of your knee pain. Request an appointment with Physio For Seniors to resume a healthy, active lifestyle!
Physiotherapy for knee pain relief in Vancouver
The evaluations at Physio For Seniors include a thorough medical history and hands-on physical assessment. Our holistic physiotherapists will start with a comprehensive knee evaluation to determine the extent of your injury and assess the possibility of surgery. We will perform range-of-motion and strength tests to accurately assess your knee’s condition. This helps determine any limitations or imbalances that may contribute to your pain. Furthermore, we utilize functional movement screens to identify movement patterns affecting your knee health.
Gait and balance testing are pivotal in our assessment process, allowing us to identify abnormalities and areas that require improvement. Specialized testing for the knee ensures a thorough evaluation, focusing on ligament stability, cartilage integrity, and knee cap function.
Our holistic approach emphasizes the interconnectedness of the body. By treating knee disorders comprehensively, we alleviate discomfort and foster overall wellness.
Our physiotherapists employ an array of physiotherapy treatments to address your knee disorder, including:
- Manual therapy: This hands-on approach reduces pain, swelling and muscle tightness, restores more optimal joint alignment and overall function. Techniques may include joint mobilizations, deep tissue massage and myofascial release.
- Therapeutic exercises: These are tailored exercises designed to target specific muscle groups, improve strength, flexibility, and muscle balance.
- Neuromuscular re-education: This treatment focuses on retraining the nervous system and muscles to work together more effectively, in order to enhance muscle activation, coordination, and overall motor control.
- Gait activities: Gait training involves analyzing and correcting walking patterns to improve general mobility and function.
- Functional mobility exercises: These activities improve your ability to perform daily tasks and movements easily.
As part of our in-clinic, telehealth and at-home treatments, we develop personalized home exercise programs designed to improve your overall alignment, balance and centred posture. They will reinforce progress and accelerate recovery. This ensures optimal knee function and a return to your favorite activities.
Let Physio For Seniors help you find knee pain relief and get you back to doing what you love.
Let our experienced team of physiotherapists assist you in your journey to a life without knee pain. Whether you need help recovering from an injury or are preparing for surgery, we are here to help you find knee pain relief in Vancouver!
