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Ready to Say Goodbye to Your Hip and Knee Pains? PT Can Help!

Is it difficult for you to engage in your regular activities due to hip or knee pain? Whether your hip or knee pain occurs when youu2019re moving or sitting, physical therapy can help get you back to your regular routine.

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Ready to Say Goodbye to Your Hip and Knee Pains? PT Can Help!

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  1. Ready to Say Goodbye to Your Hip and Knee Pains? PT Can Help!

  2. What is hip and knee pain? The hips and knees are the body’s largest joints. They work in close coordination with each for mobility and support the body’s weight. The knee is made of several ligaments and muscles and is a complicated joint. Knee pain can wreak havoc on your quality of life. As a matter of fact, knee pain is the second most common cause of chronic pain. The hip joint consists of two main parts: the femoral head and the acetabulum. The femoral head of a ball-shaped piece of bone, and the acetabulum is the socket into which the femoral head fits. Ligaments connect the ball to the socket. Like the knee, the hip is a complex structure. Hip pain can also affect younger people. Why am I experiencing hip/knee pain? The most common causes of knee pain include: Gout Osteoarthritis Fractures around the knee Anterior injuries Ligament strains and sprains Overuse

  3. What can physical therapy do for me? A physical therapist will do a gait evaluation, palpitation, range of motion measurements, function mobility tests to determine a treatment plan for your hip pain or knee pain. The various exercises and treatments they use with you will steadily improve your condition so that you experience less pain on a daily basis. As your body gets stronger and more mobile, you are likely to experience less pain in your hips and knees. Original Source : https://willowpt.com/ready-to-say- goodbye-to-your-hip-and-knee-pains-pt-can-help/

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