Knee pain can make simple things like walking to the market, climbing stairs or sitting cross-legged on the floor painful. Osteoarthritis (wear of the knee cartilage) is very common after 40, but knee pain also affects younger people because of sports injuries, ligament strain or weak thigh muscles.
Strong muscles act like shock absorbers for the knee. At MuvAgain we reduce pain with electrotherapy and manual techniques, then progressively strengthen the quadriceps, hamstrings and hip muscles so your knee carries load comfortably again.
Common symptoms
- Pain while climbing stairs or squatting
- Stiffness after sitting or in the morning
- Swelling or a crackling sound (crepitus)
- Knee 'giving way'
- Difficulty walking long distances
Common causes
- Knee osteoarthritis
- Weak quadriceps and hip muscles
- Ligament or meniscus injury
- Excess body weight
- Flat feet or poor footwear
How we help with knee pain & osteoarthritis
- 1.Knee, hip and foot assessment
- 2.Pain relief with IFT/TENS and ice/heat as appropriate
- 3.Quadriceps and hip strengthening with weights and bands
- 4.Kinesio taping for support during activity
- 5.Weight-management, footwear and daily-activity guidance
Treatment is provided one-to-one by Dr. Anjali Gupta (PT), BPT (BU Rajasthan), at Sammelan Market on Ashiyana Digha Road, Patna, convenient for Ashiana Nagar, Rajeev Nagar, Digha, Rukanpura, Patliputra and Bailey Road. First consultation and treatment is ₹500 and follow-up sessions start at ₹300; see all physiotherapy charges in Patna.
Frequently asked questions
Can physiotherapy help me avoid knee replacement?
For many people with mild to moderate osteoarthritis, regular physiotherapy and strengthening reduce pain enough to delay or avoid surgery. Your orthopaedic doctor and physiotherapist can advise for your specific case.
Should I stop walking if my knee hurts?
Not completely. Short, comfortable walks are usually helpful. We'll help you find the right amount of activity while your strength builds up.
Do knee caps / braces help?
A knee support can give comfort during activity, but it should be combined with strengthening exercises, not replace them.
Which exercises are good for knee pain?
Gentle strengthening of the thigh and hip muscles usually helps most: static quads, straight leg raises and sit-to-stand from a chair. The right exercises depend on the cause, so we check your knee first. Read knee osteoarthritis: how physiotherapy helps.
Why does my knee hurt more when climbing or going down stairs?
Stairs put three to four times your body weight through the kneecap and joint, so weak thigh and hip muscles show up there first. Read our guide on knee pain on stairs and 5 strengthening exercises.