Pain around the knee or knee cap is one of the most common ailments that bring patient’s to us. If this pain is keeping you awake at night, making walking up and down the stairs hard, or is impacting your everyday activities, it’s time to see help!
This type of pain occurs when the tissue or bone around the knee is damaged due to injury or overuse. This is commonly seen in athletes but can occur in nonathletes as well. We refer to this condition as Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS).
Causes of This Type of Knee Pain:
- Muscle imbalances – ITB tightness, VMO weakness
- Alignment of the knee cap
- Overuse or repetitive activity – such as stairs, kneeling, squatting movements
- High impact activities – sports
Pain will generally decrease with rest and ice, but may return with resuming activity. Physical Therapy can help you handle the pain and discomfort for good!
Why Physical Therapy?
Physical Therapy will do 4 key things to get you back to living pain free!
- Increase strength at the hip and knee
- Decrease foot pronation
- Re-educate muscles around the knee to avoid hyperextending the knee
- Decrease tightness in the ITB, Hamstrings, Calf and Quads
If you are experiencing knee pain give us a call at LSTC and schedule an evaluation. We will determine the root cause of your pain and get you started on the road to recovery! ~ 703-450-4300 ~
LSTC is an outpatient clinic that provides physical therapy in Loudoun County and Fairfax County. We are located in Sterling, VA and put patient care first, ensuring you get the care you need and deserve. CLICK HERE to learn more about us!
