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Knee Pain Physiotherapy in Glen Iris

Expert knee pain treatment from Glen Iris’s trusted physio team — from sports injuries to arthritis and post-surgical rehab.

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Knee Pain Holding You Back in Glen Iris?

Knee pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints — affecting athletes, desk workers, older adults, and everyone in between. Whether it’s a sharp pain during sport, a dull ache climbing stairs, or swelling after a fall, our Glen Iris physio team can help.

At GRIT Physio & Podiatry in Glen Iris, we’ve treated thousands of knee conditions — from ACL injuries and meniscus tears to osteoarthritis and runner’s knee. We’ll find the cause, not just treat the symptoms.

Physiotherapist treating knee pain at GRIT Glen Iris

Knee Conditions We Treat

  • ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injuries
  • Meniscus tears and cartilage damage
  • Patellofemoral pain syndrome (runner's knee)
  • Patellar tendinopathy (jumper's knee)
  • Iliotibial band (ITB) syndrome
  • Knee osteoarthritis
  • Comprehensive Knee Assessment: Thorough assessment of knee joint, muscle strength, and movement patterns.
  • Manual Therapy & Joint Mobilisation: Hands-on techniques to restore knee range of motion and reduce stiffness.
  • Exercise Rehabilitation: Progressive quadriceps, hamstring, and hip strengthening tailored to your diagnosis.
  • Dry Needling: Trigger point release for tight quadriceps, ITB, and calf muscles.
  • Taping & Bracing: Patellar taping and bracing to offload the knee joint during recovery.
  • Return-to-Activity Programming: Structured progression back to sport, work, or daily activities.

How We Treat Knee Pain at GRIT

Our approach to knee pain starts with a thorough assessment — including movement analysis, strength testing, and a review of your history and goals. From there, we build a personalised treatment plan.

  • Manual Therapy: Knee joint mobilisation and soft tissue techniques to reduce pain and restore movement.
  • Exercise Rehabilitation: Progressive quad, hamstring, and glute strengthening tailored to your diagnosis.
  • Dry Needling: Targeted needling to release muscle tension contributing to knee pain.
  • Biomechanical Assessment: Gait and movement analysis to identify contributing factors.

In-Clinic & In-Home Knee Physio

We offer knee pain physiotherapy at our Glen Iris clinic and in-home — ideal for patients recovering from knee surgery or those with limited mobility.

NDIS Participants Welcome

GRIT is a registered NDIS provider. We support self-managed and plan-managed participants with physiotherapy, progress reports, and support coordinator communication.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recovery timelines for knee pain vary significantly based on the underlying cause, severity, and individual factors. Acute injuries often see significant improvement within 4-8 weeks with consistent treatment, while chronic conditions or osteoarthritis may require a longer, more structured rehabilitation program spanning several months. Our goal is always to accelerate recovery safely and effectively.
Absolutely. As the foundation of the body, issues like flat feet (overpronation) or high arches (supination) can alter the biomechanics of the entire lower limb, leading to improper alignment and increased stress on the knee joint. Our podiatrists conduct thorough biomechanical assessments to identify and address these contributing factors, often through custom orthotics or specific footwear advice.
Physiotherapy is crucial for knee pain management, focusing on restoring optimal function, reducing pain, and preventing recurrence. Our physiotherapists utilize a blend of manual therapy, targeted strengthening and mobility exercises, advanced modalities like dry needling or shockwave therapy, and progressive load management to address the root cause of your knee pain.
Our “one-percenters” are the precise, evidence-based details that elevate our treatment outcomes. For knee pain, this includes advanced diagnostics like video gait analysis to pinpoint biomechanical inefficiencies, sport-specific rehabilitation protocols for athletes, precise load monitoring to optimize tissue adaptation, and integrating cutting-edge modalities such as shockwave therapy for stubborn tendinopathies.
You should consider seeing a podiatrist if your knee pain is persistent, if you suspect your foot posture or footwear might be contributing, or if you have a history of foot or ankle issues. Our podiatrists specialize in assessing lower limb biomechanics and can provide solutions like custom orthotics, footwear recommendations, or specific exercises to correct imbalances originating from the feet.
While it’s important to avoid exercises that significantly aggravate your pain, blanket avoidance is rarely the best approach. Our clinicians will perform a detailed assessment to identify movements and loads that are currently detrimental and guide you through a progressive exercise program. The focus is on modifying rather than eliminating, ensuring safe and effective rehabilitation tailored to your specific condition and pain tolerance.

Don't Let Knee Pain Slow You Down

Book a knee pain physio appointment at our Glen Iris clinic today. No referral required. Same-day appointments available.

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