Stiff knee pain: 3 common causes and treatments

Your knees allow you to complete every movement throughout your day, from sitting down at your work desk to walking around your house. So when your knee becomes stiff, even the simplest motions can become hard and painful. Knee pain is a common issue that affects about 25% of all adults and accounts for almost […]

Jumper’s knee: 4 PT techniques & 5 exercises that can help

The knee joint is a vital part of your body for movement. It is made up of the thighbone (femur), the kneecap (patella), the shinbone (tibia), muscles and tendons. People who frequently participate in sports or activities that involve a lot of jumping and landing can experience jumper’s knee pain.  What is jumper’s knee? Jumper’s […]

4 treatments & 3 tips for golf-related knee pain

Although golf can seem like a low energy output sport, it still requires the same precautions and preparations as all other sports. In golfing, you use your entire body in an athletic stance to precisely aim that golf ball. So it is important to know how to prevent injury or pain before playing golf.  Your […]

Could your tight hamstrings be causing your knee pain?

Knee pain can be caused by an assortment of reasons or conditions. During most exercises, your knees act as an anchor for the rest of your body as you use the athletic stance: knees bent, feet hip width apart, back tilted and head up. That is to say, your knees can often undergo and take […]

5 causes of a stiff knee after sitting

The knee joint is one of the most mobile joints in your body, but it is also one of the likeliest to become stiff or painful when standing up after sitting. Knee stiffness can be related to issues with scar tissue, cartilage and overuse injuries.  If you experience knee stiffness after sitting, it can be […]

Post-Op MPFL Reconstruction Physical Therapy

When you undergo MPFL reconstruction surgery, recovery can be an intense and lengthy process. Like many surgeries, the post-operative phase is a crucial part of your recovery process. Post-surgical rehabilitation can help ensure that you make a speedy and complete recovery. Physical therapy can play an especially important role. After surgery, physical therapy can help […]

Lower leg pain after knee replacement? Here’s why and how to manage it

It’s estimated that around 4 million people in the U.S. have undergone knee replacements. Of this population who receive knee replacements, it’s estimated that 1 in 20 people will experience minor complications. Of the several complications that may result from a knee replacement, one of them is lower leg pain.  To learn how you can […]

What to do if you constantly feel knee pain from driving

Driving a vehicle means sitting in a sedentary position for long periods of time, only slightly moving your hands and feet. And while many people may find driving to be relaxing, sitting in the driver’s seat can actually be the cause of pain for some people.  There are many drivers who develop knee pain, both […]

I have a sharp, stabbing pain in my knee that comes and goes: What is it?

Knee pain can seriously put a damper on your daily activities, especially if it’s unpredictable and intense. If you need some help figuring out the source of your knee pain, keep reading below for some potential causes and treatments. What are some of the causes of sharp, stabbing knee pain that comes and goes? What […]

Why do I feel pain from hip to knee on the outside of my leg?

Your knees and hips are intricately connected by a series of nerves, ligaments, and tendons. A simple imbalance in your hip alignment or posture can strain your knee joints and increase your pain. In fact, a study showed that more than 11% of older people reported having a combination of both hip and knee pain […]

How long does it take to recover from a sprained MCL?

Your knees are complicated joints made up of several ligaments that provide stability for the entire body. When one or more of these ligaments are stretched or torn, you can lose total use of the knee until it recovers. One of the knee ligaments that can be injured is the medial collateral ligament (MCL). The […]

Crunching sound in my knee: What it is, when it’s serious and what can treat it

It can be concerning to hear a crunching sound in your knee whenever you’re walking, running, jumping or squatting. Occasional knee popping may be nothing more than the movement of lubricating fluid in the joint, especially if it is unaccompanied by pain or stiffness. However, a persistent crunching sound in your knee can point to […]