Knee, Thigh & Leg

We provide care for a variety of lower body conditions, including:

✔  Achilles tendinopathy 

✔  Anterior compartment syndrome

✔  Arthritis (eg. Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis)

✔  Bursitis (Pre-patellar or Pes Anserine)

✔  Calf strains and tears

✔  Chondromalacia (Cartilage) Patella

✔  Fractures and Dislocations (eg. femur, tibia, fibula)

✔  Hamstring Tendinopathy

✔  Iliotibial (IT) Band Syndrome

✔  Jumper’s Knee (Patella Tendinopathy)

✔  Ligament Sprains (ACL, MCL, LCL, PCL)

✔  Meniscal Tears

✔  Muscle Strains or Tears (eg. Hamstring Strain, Quadriceps Tear)

✔  Osgood-Schlatter Disease

✔  Peripheral nerve injuries affecting the legs

✔  Post-Surgical Rehabilitation (e.g., Knee Replacement or ACL Reconstruction)

✔  Runner’s Knee (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome)​​

✔  Shin splints

✔  Stress fractures

✔  Syndesmosis injuries

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Symptoms We Help With

We help relieve and manage symptoms like:​​

• Pain during movement or rest

• Swelling or warmth around the joint

• Stiffness, making bending or straightening difficult

• Instability or a feeling of the knee giving out

• Clicking, grinding or popping sounds

• Reduced strength or range of motion

• Difficulty walking climbing stairs or squatting

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What Are Causes of Lower Body Injuries?

Acute Injuries

• Muscle Tears: Sudden movements under load can cause injuries like calf strains or Achilles tendon tears. 

• Ligament Tears: Sudden stops, twists or impacts can cause injuries like ACL or MCL tears, commonly seen in sports.

• Fractures: High-impact trauma from accidents or falls can lead to broken bones in or around the knee.

• Meniscus Tears: Twisting or pivoting on a bent knee may cause damage to this cartilage, leading to pain and limited movement.

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Overuse or Repetitive Stress

• Tendinopathy: ​Activities like running, jumping, or cycling can place stress on leg muscles and joints, leading to injuries like shin splints or tendinopathy.

• Iliotibial Band Syndrome: Often seen in runners or cyclists, this condition results from irritation of the IT band as it rubs against the knee.

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Biomechanical Issues

• Poor alignment of the hips, knees or feet can create uneven loading on the knee, leading to strain and discomfort over time.

• Flat feet or overpronation can also increase stress on the knees during walking or running.

 

Degenerative Changes

• Osteoarthritis: Cartilage degeneration due to age or prolonged wear and tear results in pain, stiffness and swelling.

• Rheumatoid Arthritis: This autoimmune condition can lead to joint inflammation, pain and deformity.

 

Systemic or Medical Conditions

• Bursitis: Inflammation of fluid-filled sacs (bursae) around the knee joint.

• Gout or Pseudogout: Deposition of crystals in the knee joint can lead to sudden pain and swelling.

• Infections: Septic arthritis or infections around the joint can cause redness, warmth and significant pain.

 

Growth and Development Issues

• Conditions like Osgood-Schlatter disease, common in adolescents, arise due to rapid bone growth combined with physical activity.

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How Can Physiotherapy Help?

At Lokahi Healthcare, we use a personalised approach to help you regain optimal lower body function:

• Thorough Assessment: We start with a detailed evaluation, including movement analysis and an understanding of your lifestyle, to pinpoint the cause of your pain.

• Targeted Manual Therapy: Techniques such as joint mobilisation, soft tissue release and gentle manipulation to reduce pain and stiffness.

• Personalised Exercise Plans: Strengthening exercises tailored to your needs to build muscle support around the lower body joints, improve flexibility and restore stability.

• Pain Management Techniques: Incorporating dry needling or sports taping to alleviate discomfort and promote recovery.

• Post-Surgical Rehabilitation: Structured programmes to optimise recovery after surgeries such as ACL reconstruction or knee replacement.

• Education and Prevention: Guidance on improving posture, gait and ergonomics to prevent re-injury.

• Collaborative Care: Working with orthopaedic specialists, podiatrists and other healthcare professionals to provide holistic and effective treatment.​

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Ready to feel better? Reach out to us, we’re happy to help!​​

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