Knee Injuries Archives - PhysioWorks!

26NovNovember 26, 2023

Running Pain: A Physiotherapist’s Guide

Article by John Miller When is it OK to Run Through Pain? Understanding Running Pain and Injuries Running Pain Introduction As a physiotherapist, I often encounter runners, both seasoned and occasional, who grapple with the dilemma of running through pain. This article aims to guide you in distinguishing between a minor discomfort and a sign of overuse injury, backed by the latest research and practical advice. Running Pain: Listen to Your Body Running Pain isn't just a discomfort; it's your body's way of signalling potential harm. Pain...

Achilles Tendonitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Adductor Tendinopathy, Hamstring Injury, Heel Injuries, ITB Friction Syndrome, Knee Injuries, Muscle Tears, Patella Tendonitis (Jumpers Knee), Running Injuries, TendonitisRunningLike: 0

22NovNovember 22, 2023

Do Tendons Ever Fully Heal?

Article by Zoe Russell Do Tendons Ever Fully Heal? Tendon injury is painful and debilitating, and the injury can exist along a spectrum of pain and dysfunction in a normal tendon, to pain and dysfunction in the presence of structural tendon change (known as partial thickness tears), and even complete tear (known as rupture) of the tendon. One question Physiotherapists often get asked is “do tendons ever fully heal?” Put simply:- Having a ‘healed tendon’ means that you can use the tendon to...

Heel Injuries, Hip Injuries, Knee Injuries, Leg Pain, Shoulder Injuries, TendonitisTendinopathyLike: 0

22NovNovember 22, 2023

What Can I Do To Relieve Knee Pain?

Article by Matthew Hewitt What Can I Do To Relieve Knee Pain? If your knee pain is new and has occurred suddenly, it's best to get it assessed by a Physiotherapist. Since any number of structures could be damaged, which may require different management. Some injuries demand complete immobilisation, whilst others benefit from exercise. Finding out what’s gone wrong in the knee will be vital in optimising your recovery. For longer-term injuries that have built up slowly, it’s helpful to consider several factors: What’s...

Arthritis - Knee, Bursitis - Pre Patella, Chondromalacia Patella, Coronary Ligament Sprain, Knee Injuries, Knee Instability, Knee Ligament Injury, Knee Mensical Injuries, Osgood Schlatters Disease, Patella Tendonitis (Jumpers Knee), Patellar Dislocation - Instability, Patellofemoral Syndrome (Kneecap Pain), PCL: Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries, Pes Anserinus Tendinopathy, Popliteus Syndrome, Sinding-Larsen-Johansson Disease, Superior Tibio-Fibular Joint Injury, Total Knee ReplacementKneeLike: 0

21NovNovember 21, 2023

Is Surgery Needed for my ACL Injury?

Article by Zoe Russell Is Surgery Needed For My ACL Injury? The Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) plays a pivotal role in stabilising the knee. Together with your muscles, other ligaments, and receptors in the joint capsule and surrounding tissues, it maintains knee stability. An ACL injury often appears as a devastating setback, and decisions on treatment are frequently made shortly after the injury, often leaning towards surgical reconstruction. Did you know there are three treatment options for ACL injuries? Early Surgical Reconstruction: Swift...

ACL: Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries, Knee InjuriesACL, KneeLike: 4