Hip and Knee Physiotherapy

Specialized Hip and Knee Physiotherapy for Stability and Strength

The hip and knee joints are essential weight-bearing structures that support standing, walking, running, and many other daily and recreational activities. Injuries or degenerative conditions, such as osteoarthritis, hip labral tears, and IT band syndrome, can impair movement and lead to pain and instability.
Physiotherapy for hip and knee health focuses on strengthening, flexibility, and pain management to promote stability and restore functional movement. Maintaining hip and knee health is vital for mobility, balance, and overall physical independence as we age.

Common Conditions

  • Knee Osteoarthritis: Degeneration of knee cartilage, leading to pain, stiffness, and limited movement, commonly seen with aging.
  • Hip Labral Tear: Injury to the cartilage around the hip joint, often due to twisting or impact, resulting in pain and instability.
  • Patellar Tendinitis (Jumper's Knee): Inflammation of the tendon below the kneecap, common in athletes, causing pain when jumping or running.
  • Iliotibial (IT) Band Syndrome: Tightness in the IT band, causing pain on the outer knee, especially in runners and cyclists.

How Physiotherapy Can Help

  • Strengthening exercises for surrounding muscles to support and stabilise the hip and knee joints.
  • Balance and proprioception training to improve coordination and reduce injury risk.
  • Manual therapy and soft tissue techniques to relieve tension and improve flexibility around the joints.
  • Gait retraining for optimal movement patterns and reduced joint strain.
  • Stretching exercises to improve joint range of motion and alleviate tightness in muscles around the hip and knee.

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