The Different Types of Knee Pain Therapy & Their Benefits

Are you experiencing chronic knee pain? Is the pain preventing you from performing basic daily tasks? Are you having difficulty walking, or even getting out of bed? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then it’s time to look into getting therapy for your knee pain. Keep in mind that the therapy provided for your knee pain will differ depending on the type of pain and the severity of the pain that you’re experiencing. So, let’s explore the different types of knee pain therapy and their benefits:

Exercises - One of the most common types of knee pain therapy is exercise. Seems simple enough, but but things like calf raises, knee bends, and leg lifts go a long way when it comes to alleviating chronic knee pain. Your therapist will work closely with you to determine what type of exercise you should be doing, how many reps you should perform, how long you should do it for, etc.

Manual Therapy - Another very common knee pain treatment is therapy that’s performed manually by a therapist. This will include the therapist performing procedures such as joint manipulation, joint mobilization, soft-tissue mobilization, and more. Manual therapy for knee pain has been shown to help increase the range of motion, reduce soft-tissue inflammation, and improve overall movement, along with many other benefits.

Knee Brace - You’ve probably seen many athletes wear knee braces, especially after an injury. A knee brace helps to support your knee, stabilize your knee joint, take pressure off of the joint, and hold it in place. Knee braces are most commonly used after surgery, but if you’re having issues with chronic knee pain, this is an option your therapist might suggest.

Ultrasound - This type of therapy treatment uses a machine that produces ultrasonic waves after receiving an electrical charge. The frequency created by these waves is too high to be heard by human ears, but will produce vibrations that will penetrate your skin and reach deeper tissues. Ultrasound knee pain therapy has been shown to be effective against arthritis and other soft-tissue damage. It’s a non-invasive and very safe procedure.

Electrical Stimulation - With electrical stimulation, sticky pads will be placed on the areas of your knees affected by pain. Mild pulses of electrical currents will then be delivered through these pads. These electrical pulses will help to stimulate blood flow, help produce muscle movement, and trigger the release of endorphins. This type of knee pain therapy has been shown to be helpful with arthritis, torn tendons or ligaments, inflammation, and more.

At Northwest Florida Physicians Group, we provide a wide range of knee pain therapy treatment options. If you’re suffering from knee pain, contact ustoday! Our professional team will help you to choose the best knee pain therapy procedure for your situation. We serve Milton, Pace, Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, FL, and surrounding areas.