Physiotherapy for Knee Pain in London

What is Knee Pain?

Your knee is a hardworking joint that helps you move through your day. It is responsible for everything from getting you out of bed to walking the dog or climbing the stairs. It’s made up of bones, cartilage, ligaments, and muscles that all work together in harmony to create smooth, steady movement.

But when something isn’t quite right, you might feel pain, stiffness, or weakness that makes even the easiest tasks feel a lot more difficult. That discomfort can come from inside the joint or from the surrounding structures that help support it.

Fortunately, we have some good news. You don’t have to live with the pain. Physiotherapy focuses on how your knee moves, feels, and functions, addressing the root cause of the issue causing you pain and treating it effectively.

What Can Increase Your Risk of Knee Pain?

Your knees do a lot of heavy lifting, and over time, certain factors can make them more prone to pain or increase your risk of injury. Understanding what makes you more likely to experience knee pain can help you take some simple, proactive steps to protect your joints and keep them pain-free.

• Previous knee injuries or surgery: Old injuries, even from years ago, can leave the joint more vulnerable or limit how it moves.
• Muscle weakness, especially around the thighs or hips: When the muscles that support the knee aren’t doing their job, the joint can take on extra strain.
• Poor joint alignment or posture: If the knee doesn’t track properly because of posture or alignment issues, it can cause wear or irritation over time.
• Repetitive strain from daily activities or hobbies: Regular kneeling, squatting, or heavy lifting (especially when done incorrectly) can slowly add up, and be made even worse if you don’t have proper support or time for recovery afterwards.
• Age-related joint wear: As we age, the cartilage that cushions the knee may thin or wear down, leading to stiffness or discomfort.

How Physit Treats Knee Pain

At Physit, we know that knee pain can turn everyday tasks into uphill battles, and we’re here to change that. Our physiotherapists bring expert, thorough care directly to you, leaving no stone unturned. We take the time to design a personalised plan that fits your body, your pace, and your unique lifestyle.

Here’s what your treatment may include.

• Manual therapy: Gentle, hands-on techniques that can help release tight areas, improve circulation, and make movements feel smoother and less painful.
• Strength training for quads, hamstrings, and glutes: Targeted exercises help support the knee by building strength where it matters most, especially in the muscles around the hip and thigh.
• Mobility and balance exercises: We focus on restoring flexibility and improving balance, which helps reduce limping, instability, or hesitation during movement.
• Gait re-education and stair training: We work on improving your walking patterns and stair safety, so you feel more confident on your feet in real-life situations.
• Education on pacing, footwear, and knee protection: Simple changes (like how you move, how often you rest, or what shoes you wear) can make a big difference. We guide you through all of these factors, step by step, so that you can walk with confidence.
• Regular progress check-ins and plan adjustments: At Physit, we understand that your care evolves as you do. We monitor your progress and fine-tune your programme as we go, to keep things moving in the right direction.

Whether your knee pain is something that just started or even if it’s something that has been nagging you for years, you don’t have to manage it on your own. Physit brings expert, hands-on care right to your door, making your recovery more comfortable, convenient, and personalised. We meet you where you are and help you move forward with confidence.