Services

Knee Pain

At Active Step we improve achy, stiff, weak and swollen knees, that may be causing you problems climbing the stairs, playing sport or kneeling down to play with the kids.

Knee Pain Conditions

Our Musculoskeletal Podiatrists are experts at reducing painful symptoms and improving your knee strength and feeling of stability so that you can confidently tackle hills, get back to sport or building a Lego tower on the carpet.

Knee pain affects people of all ages and activity levels and can take many forms. Some of the symptoms that sufferers of knee pain may describe are aching, sharp shooting pains, catching, giving way, locking and stiffness.

Our Musculoskeletal Podiatrists are specialists in assessing the knee joint and diagnosing conditions affecting the knee. Our Musculoskeletal Consultation with Video Gait Analysis will identify not only the cause of your knee pain but all the biomechanical factors that might influence your rehabilitation so that our specialists can tailor a plan to optimise your return to activity.

Knee problems that most commonly affect adults include:

  • Patellar tendonitis is also referred to as jumper’s knee and is described as soreness and stiffness at the front of the knee.
  • Patellar Femoral Pain Syndrome and Chondromalacia Patellar, both collectively known as Runner’s Knee. Sufferers usually describe tenderness or pain behind or on the sides of the kneecap.
  • Meniscus tear/Cartilage damage is very specific pain around the knee joint line, there is usually very little swelling and sufferers often describe a catching sensation on bending the knee.
  • Osteoarthritis can occur when the joint space narrows and cartilage becomes worn in the knee joint. This is more common in older patients although can be hastened by untreated Patellar Femoral Pain and Chondromalacia Patellar conditions.
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament & Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries are common amongst footballers and skiers primarily due to the high-speed twisting and turning movements placed on the knee joint.

Knee problems that affect children are:

  • Osgood-Schlatter Disease is a condition causing pain and swelling just below the knee and usually affects adolescent children who play sports.
    In rare cases, knee pains and associated swelling can be a symptom of Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis.

Patient Testimonials

Lorri S-B
Lorri S-B
2023-03-23
Such a warm and friendly clinic. My treatment was explained in detail and I felt immediately at ease on my first visit.
Paula Slowen
Paula Slowen
2023-02-28
Very friendly and professional. Had confidence in the treatment recommended and the expertise.
Jo Vincent
Jo Vincent
2023-02-23
Amazing service. Knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommended
Martin Fleming
Martin Fleming
2023-02-22
Very friendly and competent. Definitely recommend !
Penny Earl
Penny Earl
2023-02-21
We got a same day appointment. Mike had fungal nail infection, an open wound and painful Athlete’s foot. These were all greatly improved after the initial visit. It felt quite miraculous! Not cheap but well worth the money.
Emma Humphrey
Emma Humphrey
2023-01-31
Very professional and thorough treatment. I can actually finally have confidence that I will run again.
Anxo Vilas
Anxo Vilas
2023-01-18
I went to Active Step after trying over the counter products as well as other podiatrists for years while my condition was getting worse instead of better. The service I got at Active Step couldn't have been any better and I've just been discharged successfully after 12 months of treatment. Jim, Zoe, Sophie and the rest of the team are not only highly professional, but also very personable and I cannot recommend them enough.