How Long Does Physical Therapy Take to Work?

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World Physical Therapy Day 2023: Physiotherapy to reduce knee pain

One of the weight-bearing joints in our body is the knee joint, so it is prone to more wear and tear. Young or old, knee pain affects people of all ages and can be debilitating. You don’t have to suffer for long as physiotherapy can help to reduce knee pain. You just need a few weeks for physiotherapy to work wonders. It can help to get rid of knee pain and improve the strength as well as flexibility of the knee joint. We tell you about physiotherapy and knee pain on the occasion of World Physical Therapy Day, which falls on September 8. If we talk about the anatomy of the knee joint, it is made by the articulation of patella, tibia and femur, says Neha Gill, Senior Physiotherapist, Cloudnine Group of Hospitals, Chandigarh.Your knee is basically the joint that helps to connect your thigh to your lower leg. It’s your knees that help support the weight of your body. They also let your legs bend and move around.

Physiotherapy can help to reduce knee pain. Image courtesy: Adobe Stock

Causes of knee pain

Knee pain can be due to many factors. Some of them include: 1. ArthritisThe most common cause of knee pain is arthritis, which has many types. One is osteoarthritis, which is a degenerative condition. There is also rheumatoid arthritis which usually occurs due to autoimmune conditions. Gout arthritis occurs due to increased uric acid, pseudo gout develops due to the increased calcium containing crystals in the joint fluid and finally. Another form of arthritis is septic arthritis which occurs due to an infection.2. Iliotibial band syndromeAnother common cause for knee pain is iliotibial band syndrome, which is commonly seen in athletes, says the expert. It happens due to the overuse of knee joints. It leads to tightness of iliotibial band which causes pain in the outer knee area.3. Ligament injuryThe most common ligament injury is ACL tear and again common in athletes. It occurs due to the knee hyper extension and leads to an unstable joint. 4. Meniscal injuryMeniscus works as shock absorption in the joint and it can easily be torn during sudden twist and turn while bearing weight on the joint.5. Patellofemoral dysfunctionPatellofemoral dysfunction, also known as chondromalacia patellae mostly affects women during pregnancy. The pain can be attributed to hormonal changes or increased body weight which puts extra pressure on the knee joint.6. Postpartum periodThe hormonal changes during pregnancy needs a little time to settle down in postpartum. Also the added weight can contribute to the pain in the knees. Many mothers prefer sitting cross legged to breastfeed their babies. This can lead to pain in the knees as breastfeeding in initial days takes longer period of time, says Gill.

There are exercises that can help to manage knee pain. Image courtesy: Shuttertsock

Physiotherapy for knee pain

Physiotherapy management for knee pain depends on the underlying cause of the pain. Here are some techniques that are often used to get some relief: 1. Manual techniquesThere are different mobilisation techniques to reduce knee pain and restriction. Hands-on techniques like Maitland and Mulligan can be used, the expert tells Health Shots.2. Dry needling and cupping therapyNowadays dry needling and cupping therapy are gaining popularity when it comes to reducing knee pain. Sometimes there are trigger points in the muscles which can lead to knee pain so, dry needling or cupping can be done on the quadriceps muscles or adjoining muscles.3. Electrotherapeutic managementTherapeutic ultrasound or laser can be used to reduce knee pain for which you will need about 7 to 10 sittings. But the sittings may vary depending on the severity of the pain.4. ExercisesChoosing the right exercise also depends on the severity of the pain. If it’s acute then conditioning exercises like isometric are used. In the later stages, stretching or strengthening exercises can be done. After an injury, strengthening exercises are very important in order to restore the strength. After an injury, strengthening exercises should be done for at least 3 months. Lifestyle modification is also needed so that you can maintain a healthy weight and there is less pressure on your knee joint. Read the full article

- [ ] Knee pain is a common complaint for many people, but physiotherapy can provide a solution! Physiotherapy is incredibly effective in reducing pain from a variety of underlying issues. It can improve strength and flexibility, reduce inflammation and help restore movement. With the proper exercises and techniques, physiotherapy can improve mobility and reduce pain quickly. Give it a try and experience the power of physiotherapy yourself! Do follow my page @fit2be4 For more information please DM SAVE & SHARE for more content #physiotherapy #lifestyle #kneepain #painfreeliving #healthcare #physioterapist #benefitsofphysiotherapy https://www.instagram.com/p/CoNEJ95Sggp/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

BENEFITS OF PHYSIOTHERAPY: WHY CHOOSE PHYSIOTHERAPY FIRST

If you have suffered an injury or had chronic pain, your primary care doctor will recommend that you seek physiotherapy services because the procedures are not as intrusive as those performed during surgeries.

That is not the only benefit of physiotherapy. Some benefits can even prove to be better than those offered by alternative methods of treatment.

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