KNEE AND LEGS
Knee pain can have a negative effect on both confidence and mobility. This is applicable for both young, athletic knees, as well as achy, arthritic knees. Knee pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints.
The knee structure involves bones, ligaments, tendons, cartilage, muscles and bursas, so there are many elements that can be involved in knee dysfunction.
When dealing with knee pain, osteopaths will determine the cause of your knee pain, through both a comprehensive case history and physical assessment, and if there is a limited improvement, further imaging may be required.
Most importantly, your osteopath will educate you and work with you to help you correct the mechanics of your pelvis, knee and ankle so you can move around with confidence and comfort.
HOW OSTEOPATHY CAN ASSIST
COMMON PAIN COMPLAINTS
The team at Whole Health Osteopathy are well-positioned in biomechanical training to identify and treat symptoms that present in the leg, knees, and hips.
We can advise on exercises to restore muscle balance and identify foot and gait problems.
Osteopaths work well in conjunction with podiatrists, and strong referral between the two is supported by Whole Health Osteopathy.
Sprains of ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL
Meniscus Tear
Osteoarthritis
Patella pain
Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)
Osgood Schlatter
Baker’s cyst
Bursitis
Shin splints
Myofascial pain with trigger points
Weakness in supporting musculature
Stress fractures
Muscle strains or tears