We will get to the cause of your knee pain and provide a custom solution to ease your pain and improve your mobility.
Pain in the knee may be caused by long periods of standing or repetitive movement. The tibia is rotating on the inside while the femur is being pulled in an external rotation to compensate. These opposing forces happen at the same time that the lateral knee is being compressed. At York Foot Orthotics and Bracing, we offer custom orthotics made in-house to be a long-term solution for your knee pain.
There are many things that can cause knee pain, including:
- The hip and femur bone may lean outward and the muscle pull in the direction of external rotation which shifts the body weight laterally to make up for poor medial stability.
- When weak ankles roll inward, the ankle joints compress on the lateral side. This can present a flattening of the arch as well.
- When the lateral knee joint compresses, the associated ligaments and muscles are compromised as they try to stabilize the medial knee.
- Inflammation due to osteoarthritis
- Small or large tears of the tendon above or below the patella (kneecap)
- Sports injury, typically to the patellar tendon
- Patella fracture
- Ligament issues to the ACL, PCL, MCL
- Cartilage injuries
Knee pain can be exhibited around or under the patella or with tenderness in the ligaments and muscles of the knee. Some causes, such as a patella fracture, may require surgery. Others can be helped with custom orthotics or braces. In general, custom orthotics include:
- Medial longitudinal arch support to control pronation
- A heel cup with rear foot posting to control the hindfoot motion
- Forefoot wedging as needed
Our pedorthist, Dean Woodcock, has nearly two decades of experience with knee pain and offers a wide range of services to get you the relief you deserve in Collingwood, Ontario. Call today to schedule a free consultation to learn more.
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FAQs About Knee Pain
Our professional team at York Foot Orthotics and Bracing understands how debilitating knee pain can be, whether you’re recovering from an acute injury or dealing with a chronic condition, such as osteoarthritis. However, we strongly believe that personalized treatments can make significant improvements in our patients’ lives, and we’re fully equipped to design the precise solutions you need to live a more active, fulfilling life.
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When should I seek professional treatment for knee pain?
If your knee pain comes on suddenly after a fall or injury and doesn’t react to consistent rest, ice, and over-the-counter pain medications, we encourage you to pay us a visit. Our team can determine if there’s a fracture or other issue causing the knee pain and develop a tailored treatment plan from there. We also encourage you to seek professional care if your knee pain has worsened recently, has started impacting your daily routine, or is causing unusual swelling or stiffness.
What could be causing my knee pain?
Some patients who visit us have been dealing with chronic knee pain for years without having any clear answers about what could be causing the issue in the first place. Our careful, detail-oriented professionals can fully assess your knee to determine if there’s a misalignment, an untreated injury, or an underlying condition that you may not have known about to get to the root cause of the pain. Some of the most common causes of knee pain include damaged ligaments, degenerative diseases, muscle tears, fractures, or misaligned hips, knees, or ankles.
Why is it important to treat knee pain early?
Addressing knee pain promptly can offer several benefits, helping you return to your normal routine as quickly as possible. First, quick treatment can prevent the joints from experiencing further damage, which can even reduce the need for invasive surgeries later on. Second, getting professional care will speed up the recovery process and ensure you’re doing the right things to heal your body.
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At York Foot Orthotics and Bracing, we treat knee pain for patients from Collingwood, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, King City, Wasaga Beach, Thornbury, Stayner, and Barrie, Ontario.