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Physical Therapy in Massapequa

Patellofemoral

Patellofemoral pain often referred as runner’s knee, stems the overuse or injury of the knee. Pain is felt in the kneecap region typically. The cartilage is typically worn down or severely damaged resulting in discomfort. Surgical procedures are costly and often can take longer to recover. Physical therapy in Massapequa can be an alternative that is less painful and expensive. Park Physical Therapy has a fully staffed l team to assist in exercising the knee and using holistic methods to preserve the cartilage.  

Treatment

Surgery can be costly and stressful. Post surgical rehab can take time and lots of individual effort. There is a healthy non invasive way to treat patellofemoral syndrome and alleviate pain. Physical therapy is a key way for any injury to be nursed back to health without an invasive surgical approach. Our therapists have the knowledge necessary in order to strengthen the supportive tissues around the knees as well as prevent further knee deterioration. Your therapist will work with you to devise a strategy of exercises that will help achieve these goals. Exercises including various positions of walking, standing, and sitting as well as many non-weight bearing exercises in order to not put strain on the knees, will be key to building a long term goal.  Exercises include hip adduction positions like band hip adductions, side-lying hip adduction, side-lying clam shell, calf stretches, and more.

Contact us

If you’re experiencing pain in the knee or was diagnosed with Patellofemoral syndrome you may want to consider physical therapy. Park PT can help alleviate the pain and maintain existing cartilage in the knee. We take pride in assisting you with hands on treatment to giving you the best care for all of your needs. Let us help you resume your daily activities in a comfortable environment. To start your Physical Therapy evaluation, call Park Physical Therapy at (516) 798-3789 today!