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Physical Therapy for Knee PainRaleigh-Durham, Fayetteville & Surrounding North Carolina Cities

Knee injuries and pain can be incredibly frustrating and can interfere with everyday activities and hobbies. At BreakThrough Physical Therapy, We have extensive experience in rehabilitating patients with knee injuries, and we can’t wait to help you get back to safe and pain-free participation in your daily routine!!

Frequent Causes of Knee Pain

Knee pain is a common symptom many people experience however it can result in far more serious symptoms if the condition is not properly monitored and treated. There are a variety of causes for knee pain such as types of arthritis and tendonitis as well as injuries caused by frequent overuse or straining physical activity. The injuries can include the tears in the cartilage, the rupturing of tendons, or even fractures. Even more serious injuries can occur if the kneecap is dislocated or parts of the bone or cartilage break off due to degeneration and interrupt joint movement. Many serious symptoms can accompany knee pain if the injury is not treated with proper physical therapy.

Symptoms Related to Knee Joint Issues

Knee joint issues present a variety of symptoms beyond pain and discomfort. Symptoms range in severity from swelling and stiffness to visible deformities and instability. Oftentimes weakness in the damaged knee can cause the patient to have difficulty walking, standing straight, and bearing weight. These symptoms can severely interfere with everyday life and especially physical activity. Furthermore, ignoring symptoms and participating in strenuous physical activities can make the injury worse and cause further irreparable damage to the injured joint. Commonly overlooked symptoms of knee joint injuries are popping and clicking when walking or straightening the leg. When symptoms worsen it can become difficult for the patient to even fully bend or extend the injured leg. It is important to begin physical therapy before the symptoms of the injury grow too severe to fully rehabilitate the joint.

How A Physical Therapist Can Help With Knee Pain

Our physical therapists at BreakThrough Physical Therapy provide an active and supportive environment for you to receive the care you need. Whether you're facing a long term condition such as osteoarthritis or recovering from a joint related injury due to physical activity or sports, we offer dedicated and personalized care that will focus on rehabilitating your injury and equipping you for continued activity. Our Therapists are trained to lead and encourage you through the therapy process while ensuring you are maximizing your time with us. Our facility offers a supportive community that will help you get back on track. At BreakThrough Physical Therapy we help you reach your goals and live your most active, pain free life.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • If we are asking you to do something that is hurting too much, let us know! Physical therapy should not be severely painful. It is not common to be so sore that patients are in pain or it affects their daily life. If this ever happens during or after an appointment, let us know and we will adapt your program.

  • We recommend budgeting 40-60 minutes for a typical therapy session. The only exception to this will be your first visit, which can take about 20 minutes longer due to the physical therapy evaluation your therapist will provide. We also recommend showing up about 10-15 minutes early to your first visit. This way, you can complete the paperwork before your visit time and streamline the process.

  • A physical therapy visit lasts about 40-60 minutes. The actual contents of the visit vary based on your diagnosis/need, but typically what happens is:

    1. You check in with the receptionist, make any appointments necessary, and we discuss your health insurance benefits with you.
    2. You go into the gym. You can change clothes if you need to, then begin therapy.
    3. You perform 6-8 various exercises and stretches. These can include therapeutic band exercises, light body weight exercises, or minimal weights. The stretches will promote strength, stability, improved range of motion, and pain relief.
    4. We can initiate other techniques to include manual work, taping, cupping, and dry needling as needed.
    5. The therapist makes recommendations based on your progress. These can include altering the frequency of visits, making additions/alterations to your home exercise plan, or things to do before your next visit.

  • During your initial evaluation, your therapist may ask you a number of questions to determine what the cause of your pain is. This can include questions about your sleep habits, activity level, and work environment. They will also ask for a medical history, and then typically ask direct questions about where and when you experience pain.

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People in Raleigh-Durham, Fayetteville & Surrounding North Carolina Cities Trust BreakThrough

Hear from patients that reclaimed their lives.

Working with Pierce and the team at Breakthrough Sports Performance has been a major help to our at Athletes at Liberty Soccer Academy. Their knowledge and professionalism is top class.

5 stars

Andrew Bradham

Wonderful staff, very helpful, competent and professional. They listen to what I say and are working with me to meet my goal.

5 stars

Barbara E.

BreakThrough PT Patient

I started working with Breakthrough Sports Performance to help with my back. I was unable to play two rounds in a row but after participating in the golf fitness class I can now play as often as I can without pain. The simple process of a physical assessment, swing assessment and KVest evaluation narrowed down the root cause of the injury and through exercises and drills we were able to fix it.

5 stars

Brian

After just 4 visits...I feel like a brand new person. Before, I could barely walk for 15 minutes without my back screaming in pain. Now I'm zooming through therapy and going on walks at home.

5 stars

Christy F.

BreakThrough PT Patient

I couldn't have wished for a better place to go for my knee replacement therapy! They know what they are doing to get you back in the swing of things so you can go on with your life!

5 stars

Gene O.

BreakThrough PT Patient

Amazing service. They have gone out of their way to call and follow up with me while doing my at-home exercises. Highly recommend.

5 stars

Josh F.

BreakThrough PT Patient

Coach Pierce has been a great asset to our program. His understanding of building the athlete from a fundamental level is of huge benefit to our athletes. Every athlete feels like they are getting the most out of each training session to improve their individual events.

5 stars

Lorin Collins

I discovered Breakthrough Sports Performance due to an ankle injury. They were able to see within the first 24 hours which greatly improved my recovery time. They provided me with the right physical therapy and treatment needed to get me back on the court faster. Because of the knowledgeable coaches/trainers, and the excellent facilities, I have continued going to Breakthrough Sports Performance to workout, and I feel like I am stronger than I was before my ankle injury!

5 stars

Karsen Corbett

We rate BreakThrough Physical Therapy a 10; we are extremely happy! After having received excellent PT in the past, we had no doubt this was the only place we would trust with our son's recovery. The warm, welcoming environment makes it a comfortable place to receive therapy. This puts him at ease allowing for the most effective treatment. Thank you!

5 stars

Mary Y.

BreakThrough PT Patient

BreakThrough Sports Performance has been a tremendous help in the development of the ACS U13 Girls Volleyball team. Just a few short weeks of training you can clearly see the positive impact it has had on their bodies and their approach to the importance of training!

5 stars

Scott Shepard

My husband was skeptical of my choice to use physical therapy to treat my back pain instead of medications. After seeing my results from working with the BreakThrough Physical Therapy team, my husband is a believer now too.

5 stars

Tiffany B.

BreakThrough PT Patient

Thank you so much! I love you guys and the care I received!

5 stars

Zoe

BreakThrough PT Patient

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