Knee Pain in Adults
Understanding Knee Pain
Common Knee Conditions We Treat
Patellofemoral pain
syndrome (kneecap pain)
Meniscus injuries
Ligament sprains (ACL, MCL, LCL)
Knee osteoarthritis
Tendinopathy (patellar tendon, quadriceps tendon)
ITB syndrome
Bursitis
Post‑surgical rehabilitation
Overuse injuries from work, gym or running
When to Seek Professional Help
You should seek help if your knee pain:
Has lasted longer than one week
Is affecting your ability to walk or bear weight
Occurs during running, squatting, kneeling or stairs
Worsens with work duties or recreational activities
Is causing swelling, locking, or giving‑way
Is stopping you from exercising or staying active
Early assessment leads to faster recovery and prevents long‑term issues.
How We Help: Our Team Approach
We combine physiotherapy, podiatry, remedial massage therapy and exercise physiology to ensure you receive complete care.
Physiotherapy for Knee Pain
Our physios:
Perform detailed movement and biomechanical assessment
Identify strength deficits, mobility issues and load triggers
Provide hands‑on therapy (joint mobilisation, dry needling, soft tissue therapy)
Offer interventional treatment when appropriate
Develop an evidence‑based rehabilitation plan
Guide return‑to‑work, gym and sport programs
Podiatry for Knee Pain
Assessing foot posture, gait and alignment
Determining contribution from flat feet, high arches or poor foot control
Recommending footwear adjustments
Providing orthotics when clinically indicated
Supporting load management for walking and running
Remedial Massage Therapy for Knee Pain
Our remedial massage therapists:
Release tight structures (quads, hamstrings, ITB, calf)
Improve circulation and reduce muscle tension
Assist recovery from training and overuse
Work collaboratively with physios and podiatrists
Exercise Physiology for Knee Pain
Our exercise physiologists:
Build strength programs tailored to your goals
Guide safe gym or home‑based exercise
Progress long‑term conditioning to prevent recurrence
Provide return‑to‑sport load planning
Why Choose Lion Rocker Health
We use an interventional model focused on:
Hands‑on treatment
Movement correction
Load optimisation
Functional rehabilitation
Accurate assessment using technology
Case Studies
Case Study 1: Patellofemoral Pain (Kneecap Pain)
Presentation: 32‑year‑old office worker and recreational runner with 6‑month history of anterior knee pain when running, climbing stairs and sitting for long periods.
- Pain lasting more than a few days
- Repeated flare‑ups
- Pain affecting sleep, work, or activity
- Pain going down the leg (possible nerve involvement)
- Difficulty bending, lifting, or standing
Early assessment improves outcomes and prevents long‑term issues.
Exercise Physiology for Knee Pain
Our exercise physiologists:
Build strength programs tailored to your goals
Guide safe gym or home‑based exercise
Progress long‑term conditioning to prevent recurrence
Provide return‑to‑sport load planning