Knee Pain
Understanding Knee Pain
Knee pain is a common problem that can affect people of all ages and activity levels.
Although knee pain is often thought of as a problem within the knee itself, the way your feet, ankles and lower limbs move can influence the amount of stress placed through the knee joint.
At Podiatry Medics, we assess knee pain from a whole lower limb perspective to identify contributing factors and help improve movement and comfort.
Common Symptoms
Knee pain may present as:
- Pain around or behind the knee
- Tenderness or discomfort during activity
- Swelling or stiffness
- Difficulty walking, running or exercising
- Clicking, crunching or popping sensations
- Reduced confidence or stability through the knee
- Feeling like the knee may give way
What Can Contribute to Knee Pain?
Many factors may contribute to knee symptoms including:
- Foot posture and biomechanics
- Walking or running mechanics
- Muscle weakness or imbalance
- Reduced flexibility
- Previous injuries
- Activity overload
- Footwear choices
Understanding the cause is important because treatment should be tailored to the individual.
How Is Knee Pain Diagnosed?
At Podiatry Medics, assessment may include:
- Lower limb and foot assessment
- Gait and biomechanical analysis
- Assessment of movement patterns and joint function
- Review of activity levels and previous injuries
- Imaging referral where clinically appropriate including X-ray, ultrasound or MRI
Treatment Options
Treatment depends on the underlying cause and your goals.
Options may include:
- Orthotics where appropriate
- Custom knee braces
- Footwear recommendations
- Strengthening and rehabilitation programs
- Stretching and mobility exercises
- Activity and load management
- Taping and support techniques
- Dry needling where clinically appropriate
- Referral for injection therapy or specialist care where indicated
Where appropriate, referral pathways may be recommended for further management.
What Can You Do to Help Prevent Knee Pain?
Simple changes may help reduce symptoms and improve long-term function:
- Wear supportive footwear
- Build exercise gradually
- Strengthen the muscles supporting the legs
- Maintain flexibility and mobility
- Maintain a healthy activity level
- Use appropriate movement technique during exercise
How Podiatry Medics Can Help
At Podiatry Medics, we focus on understanding how your feet and lower limb mechanics may influence knee pain.
Our goal is to reduce discomfort; improve function and help you return to the activities you enjoy.
No referral required.