Knee Pain
What Causes Knee Pain?
Sports injuries represent the top cause of knee pain. Most of these injuries occur when you twist the joint or take a direct hit to the knee. In many cases, the resulting injury affects the ligaments and meniscus (the cartilage between the two leg bones in the joint).
Many people develop overuse injuries because their knees sustain significant daily wear and tear. As you get older, chances are your knee pain is due to arthritis.
Dr. Orlando frequently treats knee pain caused by:
- Osteoarthritis
- Torn ACL (anterior cruciate ligament)
- Torn meniscus
- Tendonitis
- Bursitis
- Joint dislocation
- Runner’s knee
How is Knee Pain Treated?
Dr. Walters carefully evaluates your knee and creates a treatment plan that’s best for the cause and severity of your pain.
Your initial treatment may include ice, heat, rest, anti-inflammatory medications, and possibly bracing to stabilize or immobilize the joint. As soon as possible, you start physical therapy to restore joint movement and strength.
If your pain doesn’t improve or you have a slow-healing injury, Dr. Walters recommends additional treatments, such as:
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Joint Injections
Ultrasound-guided knee injections typically deliver steroids to reduce inflammation. Patients with osteoarthritis may receive an injection containing hyaluronic acid, which lubricates the joint and improves movement.
02
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections speeds up the healing process, reduces inflammation, and draws regenerative stem cells to the area.
How Will Physical Therapy Help My Knee Pain?
hysical therapy is a natural, effective, and comfortable way to find relief from knee pain—without relying on harmful medications or invasive surgery. I have treated a wide range of conditions that lead to knee discomfort, with many patients experiencing noticeable improvement after just a few sessions—and sometimes even sooner.
Once we determine the root cause of your knee pain, we’ll develop a personalized treatment plan designed specifically for you. Gentle manual therapy techniques help restore proper joint mobility, reduce soft tissue restrictions, and improve circulation. Targeted therapeutic exercises then work to rebuild strength, improve stability, and restore proper movement patterns around the knee joint.
In addition, you’ll learn practical strategies and exercises to maintain your progress, enhance your strength, and prevent future knee issues—so you can move confidently and stay active long-term.
ORLANDO WALTERS
Pembroke Pines, FL
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
(954) 648-3977
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday
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