Hip, knee and Ankle pain

Overview

As humans we rely heavily on our lower body and hip and knee pain can make movement feel restricted and uncomfortable, affecting everything from walking to sitting for long periods. These areas are complex structures and there are a range of different issues that can cause pain.

Common conditions

Hip:

  • Labral tear

  • Hip impingement (femoroacetabular impingement)

  • Legg-Calve-Perthes

  • Muscle strain

  • Tendonitis/Bursitis

  • Osteoarthritis

Knee:

  • Ligament sprain/tear (ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL)

  • Meniscus tear

  • ITB Syndrome

  • Osgood-Schlatter’s

  • Tendonitis/Bursitis

  • Osteoarthritis

Ankle/Foot:

  • Eversion/Inversion Sprains

  • Plantar Fasciitis

  • Shin Splints

  • Achilles Tendonitis

  • Fractures

HOw an osteopath can help

It is first important diagnosis what the issue is which osteopaths have the ability to do through palpation of the structures involved, special tests and assessing range of motion. If required, we also have the ability to refer for imaging i.e MRI, CT, x-ray.

Once the problem has been identified, osteopaths will then use a range of hands-on techniques to improve range of motion and decrease pain levels. As mentioned above, these issues are often connected which is why osteopaths take a holistic approach to fix the root cause.

Education is also an important component of the consultation. Osteopaths will often prescribe exercises to help with recovery as well as offer advice on management strategies to help you get back to your best as soon as possible.

Experience the ripple effect today

If you are struggling with hip, knee or ankle/foot pain and are looking for an osteopath on the Sunshine Coast, make an appointment with us today!

Hip and Knee Pain