Hips, Knees & Feet
Knee Pain
Knee pain going up stairs, knee pain when squatting, or a knee that swells after activity all have causes a physical therapist can sort out. Knee pain physical therapy in Commack, NY at Sunshine Physical Therapy treats overuse problems, injuries, arthritis and recovery after knee replacement.
Common causes of knee pain
The knee takes load with every step, so small problems add up.
Runner’s knee (patellofemoral pain)
Pain around or behind the kneecap, worse with stairs, squatting and sitting for a long time.
Meniscus tears
The meniscus is the cartilage cushion in the knee. A meniscus tear can cause catching, swelling and pain with twisting.
Ligament sprains and ACL tears
An ACL tear and other ligament sprains usually follow a twist or a landing. Strength and control work are central, with or without surgery.
Patellar tendinitis and IT band syndrome
Jumper’s knee (patellar tendinitis) causes pain below the kneecap. IT band syndrome causes outer knee pain, often in runners.
Knee arthritis
Knee arthritis causes stiffness and pain with walking. Strengthening and activity changes help many people; see arthritis and joint pain.
How physical therapy helps
Therapeutic exercise
Strengthening for the hip, thigh and calf, progressed to your knee.
Hands-on and neuromuscular work
Manual therapy, neuromuscular training and taping where it helps.
Movement analysis
Running and gait analysis for runners and anyone who limps.
Knee replacement and ACL surgery
Rehab after knee replacement or ACL reconstruction takes patience, and a physical therapist makes the difference between a stiff knee and a useful one. See post-surgical rehab. Return-to-sport testing is covered on sports injury rehab. Pain that starts at the hip is on hip pain, and ankle and foot problems are on foot and ankle pain.
Next step
Knee care in Commack
Sunshine Physical Therapy is locally owned and operated at 297 Commack Rd in Commack, NY. We are accepting new patients and offer telehealth appointments.
We see patients in Commack, New York.