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GET BACK ON YOUR FEET WITH ANTERIOR KNEE PAIN RELIEF
Over 50 million Americans deal with some sort of knee trouble, as the knees are the second most common injured joint. Therefore, it is essential to know what you can do to prevent knee troubles from even starting. Anterior knee pain is a common type of knee pain that develops in the front and center of the knee. (Read more inside...)
I N S I D E GET BACK ON YOUR FEET WITH ANTERIOR KNEE PAIN RELIEF HOW CAN P.T. HELP TREAT KNEE PAIN? RUNNING ANALYSIS
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N E W S L E T T E R
GET BACK ON YOUR FEET WITH ANTERIOR KNEE PAIN RELIEF Some common symptoms of anterior knee pain include stiffness, muscle weakness, and difficulties walking, especially when climbing stairs or squatting. It is also common for the knee to “catch” or “lock” with anterior knee pain during certain activities, hindering movement. Most all knee pain can be attributed to one of the following issues: • Poor muscle strength. • Imbalance of muscular strength, with some muscles feeling weaker and others feeling stronger. • How Can P.T. Help Treat Knee Pain? • Running Analysis INSIDE: (Continued from outside)
• Exercise Essentials • Did You Know?
invasive surgery. Current literature suggests that conservative management focused on promotion of strength and dynamic stability is just as effective, if not more so, in short- and long- term relief, as compared to surgery for anterior knee pain. What should I do if I experience anterior knee pain? Many people try to push through the pain that they feel. However, this can actually cause an issue to worsen and become more problematic. Sharp or dull pain in the knee should be paid attention to and not pushed through. While exercising, it is also important to make sure you are doing adequate warming up prior to exercising as muscles and tissues require internal lubrication to work properly. Warming up brings natural fluids to the area to help with lubrication, improving elasticity and function. In addition, make sure to properly stretch after exercising to ensure that flexibility is maintained.
• Poor muscle coordination.
• Poor biomechanics of walking and/or running.
• Lack of flexibility.
Many anterior knee pain conditions can be fixed with surgery; however, by consulting with a physical therapist early on, you can manage your symptoms and avoid the need for an
If you or a loved one suffers from knee pain, call TODAY to schedule with DynamX Physical Therapy!
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HOW CAN P.T. HELP TREAT KNEE PAIN?
Anterior knee pain can present itself in people who live both sedentary and active lives. It is common for patients experiencing anterior knee pain to report stiffness and fullness deep within the knee with bending motions. Common activities that lead to and exacerbate these symptoms include:
including difficulties with squatting, step up/down exercises, and single leg balance. If you have been living with recurring knee pain or discomfort that has lasted for more than 3 days, it is in your best interest to see a specialist. At DynamX Physical Therapy, our physical therapists are experts in joint movement and function. Your physical therapist will conduct a thorough evaluation of your movement, walking patterns, strength, joint mobility, patella tracking, and proprioception, in order to get to the root cause of your anterior knee pain and treat it accordingly. An individualized treatment plan will be created specifically for you and your unique needs, so you can get back to living a pain-free life as quickly as possible.
• Prolonged sitting • Going up and down stairs • Squatting • Prolonged walking/running
Catching and locking of the knee can also lead to pain with rotational movements at the knee. If the knee catches and/or locks during your orthopedic testing at your initial appointment, that could be an indication that your pain may be originating from the meniscus. Additional indications that physical therapy intervention is needed include difficulty performing certain functional tests,
Are you ready to kick your anterior knee pain to the curb? Contact DynamX Physical Therapy today to get started.
RUNN I NG ANALYS I S
EXERC I SE ESSENT I ALS TRY THIS EXERCISE FOR LEG PAIN RELIEF
If you’re into your running, you may have heard of something called a gait analysis. A gait analysis is a method for identifying biomechanical abnormalities in the gait cycle, or in other words, it’s a tool used to assess the way in which you walk and run. We utilize 2 high speed cameras, muscle EMG, Noraxon motion analysis software, and strength testing to deliver a detailed report with corrective
Exercisescopyrightof
Position yourself in a stride stance, back foot elevated on a bench or chair. Lower back knee towards the ground then return to starting upright position. Repeat 10 times per leg. SPLIT SQUAT - ELEVATED REAR LEG
exercise and movement retraining to improve your walking or running. This testing can help expedite your treatment and recovery by giving specific measurable data that helps focus your treatment sessions on your specific measurable issues.
Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.
OUR SERVICES
• Physical therapy • Pre and Post Surgical Rehabilitation • Non-surgical Injury Rehabilitation • Sports Rehabilitation • Hand Therapy • Athletic Recovery Services • Blood Flow Restriction Training • Running Analysis • Return to Sport Testing (i.e. after ACL repair)
“My daughter and I have been treated by Carly. My daughter had back pain from gymnastics and Carly eliminated that with exercises. My daughter is back here with Carly after having an ACL reconstruction. Carly is knowledgeable, caring, easy to talk to. She explains things well. I like that there is someone monitoring how the exercises are done.” - D.R. ANNUAL INSURANCE DEDUCTIBLE An insurance deductible is the amount of money that you must pay before your insurance company pays for your medical services. If your deductible is met, your Physical Therapy may not cost you anything. Patients with family plans or those who have had major surgeries or have a chronic illness are especially likely to have a $0 balance remaining on their out-of-pocket expenses. This means that the cost of physical therapy could be minimal or completely covered by the patient’s insurance plan. If you are close to or have met your insurance deductible for the year, then now is the time to come in for Physical Therapy! Are you feeling aches and pains? Need to work on your core? Let us help you get a head start for 2020. Contact us today to schedule your appointment with DynamX Physical Therapy! PAT I E N T S U C C E S S S P OT L I GH T “I like that there is someone monitoring how the exercises are done.”
WHAT TO EXPECT
We will work with you to assess your overall movement history, your medical history, and your goals moving forward. Your therapist will then perform a thorough physical evaluation. The physical evaluation will let the therapist know what your movement issues are. DynamX Physical Therapy clinics utilize current evidence based treatment combined with Applied Functional Science ® . Each of our therapists has a certification or fellowship training in Applied Functional Science ® . We encourage you to come experience the difference. ABOUT US
DID YOU KNOW?
Carly competed in the 3,000 M steeplechase, 3,000 M, and 5,000 M events at California State University Long Beach.
One of our therapists, Evan Pham, completed the 2019 Long Beach Marathon!
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