• Bursitis. Bursae are liquid sacs that can be found between tissues. They help ease friction from tissues running together; however, they can also become inflamed due to overuse and trauma, resulting in pain. So, if you feel achy after walking too far, it may be your body’s way of telling you you’ve done too much! • Strains and Tendonitis. Muscles or tendons can become strained and/or inflamed due to overuse and repeated activity. This causes inflammation and fraying of the tissue, resulting in pain. Although it is less common, fractures and dislocations are possible due to accidents or diseases such as cancer. This is something to keep in mind as you participate in physically demanding activities and hobbies. If you are experiencing pain from a recent slip or fall, you may be feeling the symptoms of a fracture or even a dislocation. How Physical Therapy Can Help Hip and Knee Pain Our physical therapists are movement experts! We will start with an injury evaluation and a biomechanical assessment to identify all the factors that may be contributing to your pain.
This will consist of a thorough history to understand more about the training schedule, the demands on the body, and the athlete’s overall health status. We will use this information to develop a comprehensive program that includes targeted manual techniques, mobility work, strengthening, and any appropriate pain relief technique for the best possible outcome. Rehabilitation should start immediately following most injuries to ensure the fastest recovery possible. Our physical therapists will determine the injury’s severity and identify any other weaknesses or limitations that may affect the athlete’s recovery, stability, or strength. Physical therapy will provide the foundation for
Contact Us to Schedule an Appointment At Pittman Physical Therapy, we can provide you with a joint analysis to determine any problem areas in the hip or knee joints and treat them accordingly. Any problems that are discovered early ensure that your joints are working at their peak performance. Call today to schedule a consultation with one of our expert physical therapists and discover how you can live life with freely moving joints!
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