Knee Pain Relief
in Jacksonville, FL
Finding the root cause is our first step toward knee pain relief. At Active Health, we pair gait and movement labs with sports-specific strength progressions to rebuild tolerance and lower the chance of repeat injury.
When tissue health slows recovery, we may add regenerative options such as PRP or shockwave therapy alongside rehab to support healing and steady progress. If you want a performance-focused plan that protects your sport and preserves long-term movement, book a movement evaluation to get started.
What is Knee Pain?
Knee pain ranges from a dull ache to sharp discomfort that limits bending, squatting, or climbing stairs. For many people, it begins slowly after an old injury or months of repeated strain, then grows until even simple tasks feel difficult.
Symptoms often include swelling, stiffness, catching, or a feeling that the knee may give way. These problems can interfere with sleep, work, and exercise. Early evaluation identifies the real drivers, so care protects motion now and over time.
At Active Health, our goal is to understand why your knee hurts and to sequence care that reduces irritation, restores control, and supports confident movement.
Common Causes of Knee Pain
Knee pain often results from a blend of tissue irritation and movement inefficiencies. These are patterns we frequently assess and address:
Overuse and Tendon Irritation
Repetitive loading from running, jumping, or deep squats can stress the patellar and quadriceps tendons, leading to pain with stairs or after training.
Meniscus Strain or Tears
Twisting or pivoting can stress the meniscus, producing joint line tenderness, catching, or swelling.
Osteoarthritis and Degeneration
Cartilage wear increases stiffness and morning discomfort, especially after prolonged sitting or activity spikes.
Ligament Sprains
Stress on the ACL, MCL, or other ligaments leads to pain and instability, particularly when cutting or changing direction.
Bursitis
Inflamed bursae around the knee create focal tenderness with kneeling or repeated pressure.
Mobility or Strength Imbalances
Limitations at the hips, ankles, or core change how the knee absorbs load, increasing irritation during daily and sports activities.
What Symptoms Does Knee Pain Cause?
Knee problems can produce symptoms that limit movement and reduce confidence with daily activities and exercise. If you notice any of the following, schedule an appointment to pinpoint the underlying cause and guide your treatment.
- Aching, sharp, or throbbing pain at rest or with movement.
- Swelling, warmth, or visible puffiness around the joint.
- Stiffness after sitting and difficulty fully straightening the leg.
- Clicking, popping, or a grinding sensation inside the knee.
- Instability or a feeling that the knee may give out.
- Pain with stairs, squatting, running, or lifting.
- Persistent soreness that does not improve with simple rest.
What Treatment Options Can Give Me Knee Pain Relief?
A clear, staged plan makes knee pain relief measurable in daily life and training. Treatment is tailored to your diagnosis, activity level, and goals. Common non-surgical options we use include:
Targeted exercise progressions, manual techniques, and movement retraining build strength, improve alignment, and reduce repeat flare-ups.
Focused acoustic waves support local circulation and encourage tissue remodeling in stubborn tendon and soft-tissue problems. Shockwave therapy can speed comfort improvements and increase the benefit of follow-up manual care.
PRP injections are used to promote a healing response in select tendon or joint conditions that have not responded to standard care.
Targeted joint injections can reduce local irritation and support tissue recovery when added to a focused plan.
A2M injections are a biologic option to calm inflammation and help protect joint tissues for patients who have not responded to conservative care.
Short sessions of high-velocity sound wave treatment can provide symptomatic relief and help manage training load between therapy visits.
Manual therapy helps free restrictions, restore glide, and reduce protective tension around the knee.
Corrective exercises are essential for stabilizing the knee joint, refining its mechanics, and preparing it for the demands of daily life and sports.
Video and real-time feedback from gait and balance analysis can help identify inefficiencies, guiding adjustments to protect the knee and enhance movement quality.
Knee Pain Relief FAQs
How to get rid of knee pain fast?
To get rid of knee pain fast, reduce activities that worsen symptoms, elevate the leg, and perform gentle range-of-motion exercises to prevent stiffness. For lasting relief, combine these steps with a strengthening and mobility plan tailored to your needs.
What causes knee pain?
Knee pain is often caused by overuse, tendon strain, meniscus stress, ligament sprains, bursitis, or osteoarthritis. Limited hip or ankle mobility, past injuries, and sudden increases in activity can also overload the knee joint and trigger pain.
Can sciatica cause knee pain?
Yes, sciatica can cause knee pain when irritation of the lower back nerves sends referred pain down the leg. A proper assessment helps distinguish nerve-related pain from local knee issues to ensure the right treatment approach.
How to decrease knee joint pain?
To decrease knee joint pain, reduce strain on the joint, improve strength and flexibility, and correct movement imbalances. Supportive braces or medical treatments, like targeted injections, may help when recommended by a professional.
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