Hip and Knee Pain – Expert Osteopathic Treatment in Medway
Knee Pain
Knee pain can sometimes be referred from the lower back or hip, but more often it originates from issues within the knee joint itself.
Common causes include:
- Knee Osteoarthritis – Age-related wear and tear
- Muscle Tightness or Imbalance – Often involving hamstrings, quadriceps, and calf muscles
- Patella Tendinopathy – Pain around the kneecap
- Bursitis – Inflammation of the knee bursae
- Ligament Sprain
- Referred Pain – From the lower back or hip
Hip Pain
Hip pain can mean discomfort in the groin, buttocks, or outer lower back, and often doesn’t involve the hip joint alone. Common causes include:
- Hip Osteoarthritis
- Muscle Tightness or Strain – Including iliopsoas, gluteal, or piriformis muscles
- Trochanteric Bursitis
- Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP)
- Referred Pain – From the lower back or sacroiliac joints
- Ligament Sprain
Osteopathic Treatment for Hip and Knee Pain
Our osteopaths provide a thorough assessment to identify the root cause of your pain and create a tailored treatment plan. Osteopathy can help:
- Reduce pain and inflammation
- Improve joint mobility
- Restore muscle balance
- Prevent future injuries
Treatment may include:
- Soft tissue massage
- Joint mobilisation
- Stretching and strengthening exercises
- Postural and lifestyle advice
When Referral Is Necessary
While most hip and knee pain responds well to osteopathy, we may refer you to your GP for further tests if symptoms suggest:
- Fractures
- Torn Ligaments or Meniscus
- Inflammatory Conditions (e.g., Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rheumatoid Arthritis)
- Referred Pain from Internal Organs
- Childhood Conditions
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