Physiotherapy Treatment may comprise:
- soft tissue massage
- electrotherapy (e.g. ultrasound)
- taping
- the use of a knee brace or compression bandage
- mobilization
- ice or heat treatment
- exercises to improve strength, flexibility and balance
- hydrotherapy
- education
- the use of crutches or other walking aids
- activity and lifestyle modification advice
- biomechanical correction
- weight loss advice where appropriate
Exercises
The following exercises are commonly prescribed to patients with arthritis of the knee. You should discuss the suitability of these exercises with your physiotherapist prior to beginning them. Generally, they should be performed 3 times daily and only provided they do not cause or increase symptoms.
1. Knee Bend to Straighten
Bend and straighten your knee as far as possible without increasing your pain. Repeat 10 times.
2. Static Quadriceps Contraction
Tighten the muscle at the front of your thigh (quadriceps) by pushing your knee down into a towel . Put your fingers on your quadriceps to feel the muscle tighten during contraction. Hold for 5 seconds and repeat 10 times as hard as possible without increasing your symptoms.
The intent is to create a sense of balance and harmony, both internally and externally. The emotional calmness associated with meditation works to reduce stress, which is considered by many as one of the root causes of physical illness.
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