Knee replacement surgery is a medical procedure where a damaged knee joint is replaced with an artificial joint, usually made of metal or plastic. It’s often recommended for people who experience severe pain or loss of mobility due to conditions like: Osteoarthritis...
Knee Pain
4 physical therapist-approved stretches that may help with knee pain
Your knees are incredible joints that play an essential role in almost everything you do. They help support your weight and allow you to move freely as you walk, run, climb stairs or simply stand up. Knee pain is a common and unfortunate reality for many people,...
There’s a crunching sound in my knee: Should I be concerned?
Let’s be honest: If we hear an unusual sound coming from our body, our mind can jump to the worst conclusions. The truth is that our body can make all kinds of sounds that aren’t a call for concern. For example, your stomach could make a rumbling noise when you’re...
4 potential causes of that burning feeling in your knee
Knee pain may come and go throughout the day or show up when you do certain activities. It's a common complaint for people who are young and active. Sometimes the first thing our patients notice is a burning sensation in or around their kneecap. If you play a sport or...
5 top stretches you can do to alleviate knee pain
Knee pain is a common issue that affects approximately 25% of adults and is the reason behind more than 4 million primary care appointments every year. With such a high prevalence rate, there has been plenty of research done about how to alleviate knee pain,...
What is a diagnostic ultrasound used for in physical therapy?
Physical therapy examinations may include a diagnostic ultrasound. In diagnostic ultrasound, physical therapists use a device to generate sound waves. These sound waves produce images of body structures. Physical therapists use these images to check a variety of...
4 ways to address knee pain after ankle sprain
If you are struggling with knee pain after an ankle sprain, Forever Fit Physical Therapy & Wellness shares 4 ways that can help that pain. We provide effective solutions to help stabilize your joints, improve your flexibility and restore your natural movement patterns. You can trust us to help guide you to find pain relief and improved mobility.