Knee Pain in Concord

Knee pain is a common complaint that affects people of all ages. It can result from injury, overuse, ageing and genetic factors. Often the pain comes from changes in the joint lining such as arthritis, or from ligament and cartilage tears following injury. Occasionally it stems from conditions like gout and, rarely, infection.

At your assessment we look for signs that help us understand your knee, such as redness and warmth, weakness or instability, popping or crunching, locking or an inability to fully straighten or bend the knee, difficulty bearing weight, swelling, or the knee giving way. From there we build a management plan for you. Very often this centres on a home exercise program to improve strength and flexibility, which resolves most knee complaints without the need for surgery.

If your examination points to a more significant issue, you may need to see an orthopaedic surgeon and have an MRI. As a patient of our clinic we can often fast track your access to specialist care. Should the MRI show a significant problem, the surgeon may discuss surgical options, but most of the knee complaints we see do not require surgery.

What to expect

We assess your knee, checking movement, strength, stability and any warning signs. You then receive a management plan, usually including a home exercise program to build strength and flexibility. If needed, we help fast track specialist review and imaging.

Who it is for

People of all ages with knee pain from sport, injury, overuse or arthritis, including those recovering from ligament or cartilage injuries.

Common questions

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