Physiotherapy for Joint & Muscle Injuries in London
Joint & Muscle Injuries
Whether it happened suddenly or has been creeping up over time, joint and muscle pain can make even simple things feel like a chore. From strain to sprain, we help you heal at home. With Physit, expert physio comes to you with care that’s tailored to your body, your goals, and your daily life.
What Are Joint & Muscle Injuries?
Joint and muscle injuries are some of the most common reasons people feel pain, stiffness, or weakness when moving about. They include things like strains (when a muscle or tendon is overstretched or torn), sprains (when a ligament is stretched or injured), soft tissue inflammation, and overuse injuries that can get worse as time goes on.
These injuries can happen anywhere in the body, from the shoulders and hips to the knees, ankles, wrists, and more. They might come on suddenly after a twist or fall, or they may gradually come about from repetitive movements, awkward lifting, or simply doing too much, too soon.
While these injuries can get in the way of your daily life, they’re also highly treatable. With the right guidance, a good amount of rest, and some movement-based care, it’s possible to ease the discomfort, rebuild your strength, and get back to doing the things you enjoy.
Common Symptoms of Joint & Muscle Injuries
Joint and muscle injuries can feel different for everyone, but there are a few tell-tale signs that something’s not quite right.
- Swelling or tenderness around a joint or muscle, especially after activity or at the end of the day
- Stiffness or pain with movement, like turning your head, reaching overhead, or taking the stairs
- Weakness or feeling unstable when walking, lifting, or using the affected area
- Pain that worsens with use or sometimes after you’ve been resting for a while
- Clicking, catching, or reduced range of motion in a joint
These symptoms can make everyday things feel a whole lot harder than they should. The good news is that most joint and muscle injuries can improve with comprehensive physical therapy, often without injections or surgery.
What Can Increase Your Risk of Joint or Muscle Injuries?
Joint and muscle injuries don’t always happen from a single accident. In fact, they’re often the result of bad form or repeated movements over a long period of time. Here are some factors more likely to make you experience a joint or muscle injury in your lifetime.
- Overuse or repetitive movements: Doing the same motions again and again (like gardening, lifting, or typing) can lead to strain over time.
- Previous injuries: If you’ve had a sprain, strain, or muscle tear before, that area may be more vulnerable to future issues.
- Poor posture or muscle imbalances: When specific muscles are tight or weaker than others, your body may compensate in ways that increase the strain on your joints and soft tissues.
- Lack of warm-up or conditioning before activity: Jumping straight into movement without properly preparing your body beforehand can lead to pulled muscles or irritation in your joints.
- Reduced flexibility or strength: Stiff joints and weak muscles may not be able to absorb shock or allow you to move as well, increasing the chance of injury.
- Age-related changes in soft tissue elasticity: As we get older, our tendons and ligaments naturally lose some of their stretch, which means they’re more prone to small tears or inflammation.
What Causes Joint & Muscle Injuries?
Sometimes these injuries happen in a split second, while other times, they build up slowly without us even realising it. Here are some common reasons people develop joint or muscle pain.
- Sudden movements: Quick actions like twisting, lifting something awkwardly, or slipping on a slick or uneven surface can lead to strains or sprains before you know it.
- Repetitive strain over time: Repeating the same motion over and over again can place extra stress on your joints and soft tissues, eventually leading to irritation or injury.
- Inflammation of soft tissues: Tissues like tendons (which connect muscle to bone) and ligaments (which connect bone to bone) can become irritated or inflamed from overuse or poor mechanics, causing pain and stiffness.
- Poor movement patterns or muscle support: If the muscles around a joint aren’t properly doing their job because of weakness, tightness, or a physical imbalance, the joint itself can take on more load than it should, leading to strain and discomfort.
How Physit Treats Joint & Muscle Injuries
Whether your injury is recent or something that’s been nagging you for a while, Physit’s approach is thorough. We take the time to truly understand what’s going on, and we meet you where you are, both literally and figuratively. We bring expert physiotherapy to your home so you can get the treatment you need where you’re most comfortable.
Here’s a look at what your treatment may include.
- Manual therapy to ease tightness and improve mobility: Gentle, targeted techniques to help release tension, reduce stiffness, and restore your natural movement in the affected area.
- Strength and flexibility exercises: We’ll guide you through movements that build strength and support around the joint or muscle, helping to protect it and reduce the risk of re-injury in the future.
- Movement retraining and posture support: Small changes in how you move, sit, or lift can make a big difference. We’ll work with you to improve your alignment and reduce any unnecessary strain.
- Education on pacing, self-care, and injury prevention: Understanding how your body responds to different activities helps you recover smarter. We’ll share some simple strategies to help you better manage your symptoms and keep moving safely.
- Personalised care plans with regular check-ins: After giving you a personalised care plan, we’ll adjust as you progress, keeping things practical, motivating, and aligned with your everyday life.
With Physit, you’re never just given a list of exercises and left to figure it out on your own. We’re with you step by step, helping your body heal and move with confidence again. We work with you to create a plan that fits in with your life, helping you feel better and move more easily so you can continue doing the things you enjoy.
With Physit, you’re never just given a list of exercises and left to figure it out on your own. We’re with you step by step, helping your body heal and move with confidence again. We work with you to create a plan that fits in with your life, helping you feel better and move more easily so you can continue doing the things you enjoy.
Conditions We Treat
Our London home and work visit physiotherapists are highly experienced in assessing and treating a wide range of conditions, including but not limited to:
0204 570 2391- Post-surgical rehabilitation (knee, hip, shoulder, and spinal surgeries, as well as general surgical recovery)
- Age-related mobility issues, including falls prevention and balance training
- Chronic pain management (back pain, arthritis, and joint stiffness)
- Neurological conditions impacting mobility and coordination
- Post-hospital deconditioning and general rehabilitation to restore strength, balance, and independence
- All musculoskeletal realted injuries or pain
Frequently Asked Questions About Joint & Muscle Injuries
1. What’s the difference between a strain and a sprain?
A strain affects muscles or tendons (the tissue that connects muscle to bone), while a sprain involves ligaments (which connect bones to each other). Both can cause pain, swelling, and difficulty moving, and both respond well to a physiotherapy plan that is focused on restoring strength, flexibility, and confidence in your movement.
2. Can physiotherapy help if my injury is months old?
Yes. Even if your injury isn’t recent, it’s never too late to work towards better healing. Stiffness, weakness, or movement issues that linger can often improve with the right care and guidance.
3. Will I need imaging or scans before physio?
Not always. Many joint and muscle injuries can be safely assessed and treated without the need for scans. If we think imaging is needed, we’ll let you know and guide you on the next steps, but often, a thorough hands-on assessment is the best place to start.
4. Do I need a referral to work with Physit?
No referral is needed. You can book directly with us, and we’ll come to you with everything needed to get started. It’s simple, easy care, right where you’re most comfortable.
From Strains to Sprains, Your Road to Recovery Starts Here
If sore joints or tight muscles are making daily tasks more difficult than they need to be, you don’t have to push through the pain or figure it out alone. With Physit, our expert physiotherapy comes right to your living room. No need for travel, no waiting rooms, just care that meets you where you are.
