Say Goodbye To Chronic Knee Pain With Physical Therapy!
Have you found climbing stairs more challenging lately? Do you look for parking spots close to the entrance because of knee discomfort? If “bad knees” are holding you back, it’s time to let the caring therapists at APEX Physical Therapy in Brighton, MI uncover the root cause of your knee pain and guide you toward lasting relief!
At our Brighton, MI clinic, our trusted physical therapists help you ease knee pain, regain strength and mobility, and return to the activities you enjoy — all without relying on risky medications or surgery.
Schedule a visit at our Brighton, MI location to start living an active, pain-free life again!
Why does my knee hurt?
Your knee is a hinge joint designed to move forward and backward smoothly. When aligned properly, you should move freely—walking, running, dancing—with ease. Knee pain reduces that freedom.
Sometimes, knee pain isn’t caused by the knee itself but signals an issue elsewhere, like your hip or foot. Other times, the pain comes from a direct injury or condition affecting the knee.
At APEX Physical Therapy, our board-certified physical therapists in Brighton, MI perform a full-body assessment to pinpoint what’s causing your pain, so we can treat all factors contributing to your discomfort.
Common causes of knee pain include:
Arthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the leading arthritis type affecting knees. It happens when cartilage cushioning your joints deteriorates, causing inflammation, pain, and difficulty moving.
Cartilage Injuries
– Meniscus injury: The meniscus cushions and stabilizes your knee. Tears can result from sudden twists or gradual wear.
– Articular cartilage injury: This smooth bone covering allows frictionless movement but can be damaged by trauma or overuse.
Ligament Injuries
Ligaments connect bones and stabilize your knee. Sudden movements can stretch or tear these “leather strap”-like tissues:
– Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL): Controls rotation and forward shin movement.
– Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL): Controls backward shin movement.
– Medial collateral ligament (MCL): Stabilizes inner knee sideways motion.
– Lateral collateral ligament (LCL): Stabilizes outer knee sideways motion.
Tendinitis
Tendons attach muscle to bone. Repetitive motions can inflame tendons, causing tendinitis, common in runners, skiers, and cyclists. The patellar tendon connects your kneecap to your shinbone, essential for kicking, jumping, and running.
Knee Bursitis
Bursae are fluid sacs that reduce friction around joints. Injury or overuse can inflame bursae, causing pain and limiting smooth movement.
Fractures
Trauma from accidents or falls can fracture knee bones, including the kneecap.
A thorough evaluation from our caring physical therapists in Brighton, MI is the best way to identify your knee pain’s cause and find effective solutions.
Physical therapy for knee pain relief in Brighton, MI
Many patients worry physical therapy might worsen their knees, especially if they’ve been told surgery is their only option. But for most, physical therapy is just as effective—if not more—than surgery for many knee issues. You have a lot to gain from a gentle, hands-on approach!
At your first visit, a trusted physical therapist will conduct a detailed evaluation, checking for serious conditions that might require medical treatment like medication, injections, or surgery.
Together, you and your therapist will work on restoring range of motion, improving soft tissue flexibility, and reducing pain. You’ll receive tailored exercises to strengthen muscles around your knee, helping stabilize and improve its function.
Manual therapy and modalities may be used to ease discomfort and speed healing.
Before you know it, knee pain will become a thing of the past. Physical therapy at APEX Physical Therapy helps you get back to what you love—without medications, injections, or surgery!
