According to researches, about 25% of adults experience knee pain. This complication threatens people over 50 years old more. The cause of knee pain can be different. Even young people can experience the pain of this disease due to wrong habits and lifestyle or fractures due to accidents and falls. Knee pain treatment is done in different ways. Fortunately, with the progress of science and technology, the only way to treat diseases is not heavy surgery. For example, Oghoz Roshan Physiotherapy offers knee physiotherapy services using non-invasive treatment methods, the most equipped equipment and with the help of its experts. You can contact the experts of this Saadat Abad physiotherapy clinic for a free consultation.

In the rest of the article, we are going to examine different methods of physiotherapy for knee pain. So we invite you to accompany us to the end of our article.

Knee physiotherapy with different methods and modalities

Surgery is not the first option for treatment, but it is better to look at it as the last treatment method. Because newer methods to cure many diseases have been proposed in the medical community. For example, physiotherapy is one of the effective and non-invasive methods to reduce knee pain and improve motor performance. The knee is more vulnerable than other organs in the body due to its complex structure and the heavy weight it bears. In physiotherapy, various modalities are used to treat knee pain, the aim of which is to reduce inflammation, increase the range of motion, and strengthen the muscles around the knee. In the following, we will examine the modalities in a practical way.

electrotherapy

Electrotherapy using electric currents helps reduce pain and inflammation. There are different methods for electrotherapy, which include:

electrical stimulation of the nerve through the skin

• • This method helps reduce pain by sending mild electrical pulses through electrodes that are placed on the skin. TENS stimulates the nervous system and causes the release of endorphins (the body's natural pain reliever).

• • This method is mostly used for chronic knee pains such as arthritis.

• • TENS sessions usually last 15 to 30 minutes and the number of times is specified according to the doctor's order.

NMES electrical muscle stimulation

• NMES is used to strengthen the muscles around the knee. By sending electrical pulses to the muscles, this method causes them to contract and helps to improve muscle strength and volume.

• • Patients who face muscle arthrosis or weakness after knee surgery, it is better to use electrical muscle stimulation.

• • Electrical muscle stimulation is also useful for patients with ligament tears or after an ACL injury.

ultrasound therapy

Ultrasound therapy uses high-frequency sound waves to increase blood flow and reduce inflammation. Because self-circulation in the body increases oxygen supply and helps to reduce pain. This method is done in the following two ways.

thermal ultrasound

Thermal ultrasound causes deep tissue heating and increases the flexibility of muscles and ligaments. This method is effective for treating muscle strains, small tears and reducing chronic pain.

non-thermal ultrasound

Non-thermal ultrasound creates mechanical vibrations that reduce inflammation and accelerate the healing process of damaged tissues. Ultrasound is used to reduce swelling and accelerate the treatment of knee pain. Each session usually lasts between 5 and 10 minutes. Of course, this depends on the severity of the disease and the doctor's diagnosis.

laser treatment

Laser therapy uses low-energy light to stimulate the body's regenerative processes. This method increases cell metabolism and reduces inflammation.

low-power laser

It is used to treat chronic injuries and inflammation and speeds up pain recovery. It is usually used in patients who suffer from knee arthritis or tendinitis.

high-power laser

In more severe cases, it is used to treat deep injuries of muscles and knee joints. This type of laser is able to penetrate deep into tissues and is suitable for repairing ligaments and tendons. Laser treatment sessions last between 10 and 15 minutes and are performed every day or every other day according to the patient's condition.

Shock-Wave Therapy

Shockwave therapy uses high-power sound waves to stimulate damaged tissues. Shockwave therapy stimulates regeneration processes and reduces pain in damaged areas. This method is effective in treating knee tendonitis and chronic pain. The physiotherapist determines the shock wave according to the physical condition of the patient. Each session lasts about 10 minutes.

cold and heat therapy

Cold and heat therapy can be considered part of knee physiotherapy at home or home methods. Due to the simplicity of this method, most people do it easier and better than others.

cold therapy

By reducing blood flow and inflammation, it is used to relieve acute pain and reduce swelling. Cold compress or ice pack is an example of this method. Cold therapy is performed immediately after an injury or intense activity and usually lasts 10 to 15 minutes.

heat therapy

By increasing blood flow to the injured area, it improves muscle flexibility and reduces spasm. Using a hot towel or heat pad is one of the heat treatment methods that usually takes 15 to 20 minutes. Heat therapy is mostly used for chronic pain such as arthritis or muscle stiffness.

therapeutic exercise

After the knee physiotherapy with the device, the patient still needs to exercise and exercise therapy at home. Exercise programs are designed individually and based on the patient's needs. In the table below, we will mention some exercises.

Manual therapy

Manual therapy includes techniques such as massage, stretching, and joint manipulation performed by a physical therapist. This method improves range of motion and reduces muscle tension.

• • Deep massage is used to reduce spasm and increase blood circulation.

• • Joint manipulation increases the range of motion of the knee.

Using different modalities of physiotherapy helps to reduce knee pain and improve performance. The choice of the appropriate method depends on the severity and type of injury, and usually a combination of several modalities is used to achieve the best result. The patient's cooperation with the physiotherapist and doing the recommended exercises play an important role in speeding up the recovery process.

Benefits of physiotherapy for knee pain

Knee physiotherapy is a bridge to more mobility and less pain. In fact, this treatment method is considered a valuable investment for the future of people's health. In the following, we are going to examine the benefits of physiotherapy for knee pain.

Pain reduction without drug-taking

Physiotherapy uses techniques such as electrotherapy, ultrasound, laser therapy and manual massage to reduce pain without the need for drugs. These methods stimulate chemicals in the body and cause the release of endorphins in the body. Endorphin acts like a painkiller and reduces pain significantly.

improving range of motion

One of the most important knee problems is stiffness and limitation of movement. Stretching exercises and corrective movements prescribed by the physiotherapist gradually increase the range of motion of the knee and help the patient to move more easily.

Strengthening the muscles supporting the knee

The pressure on the joint is due to the weakness of the muscles around the knee. By doing some exercises to strengthen the quadriceps, hamstrings and leg muscles, you can help strengthen this area and increase the range of motion.

prevention of further damages

By teaching correct movements and strengthening muscles, physical therapy helps the patient avoid incorrect movements that can cause further damage to the knee. This helps reduce the risk of re-injury or worsening of existing conditions.

inflammation and swelling reduction

Using cold and heat therapy, ultrasound and shock wave therapy helps to reduce inflammation and swelling. These methods increase blood flow and allow faster recovery. However, the use of each method and device is determined according to the patient's condition and the doctor's diagnosis.

improving balance and stability

Balance exercises performed in physiotherapy help the patient to improve knee proprioception. This increases the ability to control knee movements and reduces the risk of falling or injury.

no need for surgery

In many cases, physical therapy can prevent the need for surgery or knee replacement. Because surgery has many complications for some people. But with non-invasive methods, the patient experiences a reduction in pain, an increase in muscle strength, and an improvement in performance, as a result, he can improve the condition of the knee without the need for surgery.

acceleration of recovery after surgery

If the patient has undergone knee surgery, physiotherapy is an essential part of the post-operative rehabilitation process. Specific exercises help reduce swelling, restore range of motion, and increase muscle strength, speeding up the healing process. In some cases, we saw that after surgery, the patient faced a decrease in range of motion due to not performing some stretching exercises and physiotherapy.

improving the quality of life

Suppose you experience a headache for one hour a day. Can you carry out daily activities as you did the day before? Now imagine that you have had knee pain for some time. However, it becomes difficult for you to perform daily activities such as walking, climbing stairs and even resting. Physiotherapy improves the patient's quality of life by reducing pain and improving motor function, allowing him to return to his usual activities. Undoubtedly, life without pain will be enjoyable.

Personalization treatment

Each person's situation is different from another. Even if they have the same diseases. For this reason, the physiotherapist designs a program specifically for each patient. The treatment plan is adjusted based on the severity of the pain, the cause of the injury, and the patient's activity level, which increases the effectiveness of the treatment.

What should be done after physiotherapy of knee pain?

If you do not follow a series of points after knee physiotherapy, the treatment process will not go well. Pay attention to the following items for faster recovery.

Physiotherapy knee pain and starting to move again

No one likes to live in pain. But sometimes, due to aging, sudden events such as accidents and falls, people have to bear the pain of various diseases. For example, knee pain occurs due to arthritis, gout, bursitis, overweight, meniscus tear, etc. Its important symptoms include pain, weakness, swelling, redness, joint dryness and reduced range of motion. In this situation, surgery should be the last choice. Because performing knee physiotherapy with a device and therapeutic exercises can treat people as quickly as possible without serious complications.

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