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Hip and Knee Pain Relief Dickinson, Killdeer, Richardton, ND

Hip and Knee Pain Relief

Mike M.

Very pleased with the results of my therapy and glad that I am once again able to work and play like I once did before injured. When I first came into Therapy Solutions, I was on crutches and unable to move and function as I needed.

Richard B.

Before therapy, I was unable to do any long jogging without pain. Eventually, I had to stop jogging altogether. My therapist was able to pinpoint my problem areas and give me the knowledge to strengthen my body and get me as active as I want to be.

Judy O.

I came to Therapy Solutions with my walker. I started therapy a few weeks before my knee replacement. After surgery, I could not turn in bed easily; now I can! I can now walk around the house easily without a cane or walker. I can now go the 10 steps downstairs and am able to vacuum and get in my car easily.

Tammy E.

Before starting therapy, I was unable to walk more than 10 minutes, walk stairs to do laundry or mow my lawn. I had to ice my knees every night due to pain. After working with Tom, I am able to now do all normal functions without causing pain.

Marlene S.

My pain started from the bottom of my left foot, continued on to my leg and on to my hip and back. I considered having Tom Henke as my therapist. He worked on my leg and all the way up to my hip and back. Now I can lay on my side and have no pain in my leg and hip thanks to Tom!

Steve T.

I came to Brian at Therapy Solutions with hip and leg pain when raking, shoveling, and doing other strenuous activities one year after hip replacement surgery. He described the problem as “mechanical,” meaning exercises to strengthen the hip and leg would be helpful. With the exercise program he designed, my range of motion improved and activities that previously caused the pain were no longer a problem.

Patricia D.

My problem started a year or so ago. I could hardly walk, stand, sit, lay, etc. due to the fact my hip was in such bad shape. I opted to have a hip replacement. My hip was in such horrible shape that pins/screws were used on my hip. I started therapy and have continued to progress slowly, but still progressing daily.

Twila P.

When I began PT with Tom, my back and leg muscles were very stiff. Picking anything up off the floor was even painful. I needed help by holding on to something when I picked it up. Today I can pick anything up off the floor and it is not painful. I can sleep at night without excruciating pain. The amount of ibuprofen I take has been reduced greatly. Tom has given me the resources and encouragement to make me 80% better in my lifestyle. Thank you, Tom, and Therapy Solutions.

Angela H.

Was having pain in my knee, came to Therapy Solutions to help. Ended up having knee surgery in February 2018. Started therapy with Tom that Thursday after surgery. I had a hard time doing everyday activities and now can do more than I have been able to do for almost 10 years.

Doug S.

After my surgery, my hip was sore and stiff with very limited range of motion. The different exercises made a noticeable difference after each visit. Tom was very knowledgeable and helpful on the do and don’t do actions to keep the progress moving forward. I would recommend your business to anybody I know.

Freda G.

Coming to therapy the first time, I could hardly walk, back pain, could not turn over in bed, bend over, pick up anything from the floor. I went to my Dr. and he said to go to therapy. I chose Therapy Solutions and glad I did. I can do stairs without any trouble, drive the car, go shopping. I feel like a new person. I would suggest Therapy Solutions to anyone. Thanks again. I made the best choice.

Irene S.

Before I started at Therapy Solutions, I had severe pain in my hip, knee, foot, and groin area. With the ultrasound and exercises I was doing, I’m now pain-free.

Physical Therapy Can Help Treat Your Hip and Knee Pains

Have you noticed sharp pains in your hip that keep you from being able get up easily in the mornings, move around during the day, or get comfortable in bed at night? Are you experiencing pain in your knees that causes you to feel like they might give out from under you at any time? Knee and hip pain can seriously get in the way of your routine, especially if you’re dealing with both at the same time!

Whichever might be giving you trouble, physical therapy at Therapy Solutions in Dickinson, Killdeer, and Richardton, ND can find the root of your problem and treat it safely and comfortably — without the use of harmful drugs. Contact us today to learn more.

Why Do I Have Hip and Knee Pain?

Hip and knee pain can be caused by referred pain from a pinched sciatic nerve, as the nerve travels through both areas. Imbalances in your stance or gait may cause abnormal stresses and premature wear-and-tear in your hips and knees, resulting in pain or conditions such as arthritis.

Many times, the hips and knees suffer the same diseases, disorders, and injuries. For example, overuse injuries such as tendinitis and chronic muscle strains are common in both the hips and knees because both joints are always being used. They are also both subject to acute injuries, such as sprains, strains, and dislocation.

However, some painful conditions may be specific to either the hip or the knee. Cartilage injuries, or labral tears, are specific to hip pain, while inflammation of the bursa sacs known as bursitis is a specific condition affecting the knee joint. However, painful injuries that cause instability in the hips can also affect the knees. Tight hip flexor muscles and weak gluteus medius muscles can cause the hip to rotate inward, and you may not even realize it’s happening! This can cause painful conditions such as iliotibial band friction syndrome or patellofemoral stress syndrome, as stress is put on the knee or kneecap.

Thankfully, our skilled and educated Dickinson, Killdeer, and Richardton, ND physical therapists here at Therapy Solutions know how to treat these painful conditions and will have you feeling back to your old self in no time!

What Causes Hip and Knee Pain to Develop?

You’ve heard the old song that goes, “Your knee bone is connected to your hip bone,” right? Hip and knee pains can be experienced together or separately, but it is important to note that because of their connection, what happens with one, affects the other!

Your knee is a hinge joint, confined to forward-and-backward motions. Individually, your knees support more weight than the hips, 6 times your body weight when doing a squat. Your hip is a ball-and-socket joint that works to support the weight of your upper body, relying on multiple muscles and tissues to keep it mobile and stable so it can function properly. Proper movement of both your hips and knees allows complicated motions, giving you the ability to stand, walk, run, and dance without falling over.

Pain felt in the hips and/or knees may originate in the joints themselves, but it may also be a result of an underlying condition in another part of the body. For example, your hips and knees are part of the same kinetic chain, meaning they make up a combination of weight-bearing joints that must function together in harmony in order for your body and posture to function properly.

Therefore, a problem with your knee joint may translate to unnecessary added forces to your hips, and vice versa. If one part of the kinetic chain is out of balance, stress and deterioration may be placed on another.

How Can Physical Therapy Help My Hip and Knee Pain?

At Therapy Solutions, our physical therapists will work to reduce or even eliminate your hip and knee pain. Often we find that our patients can be spared the need for harmful medication or expensive corrective surgery. Our Dickinson, Killdeer, and Richardton, ND physical therapists are highly trained and can examine your hip or knee for signs of misalignment or damage, as well as examine your balance, gait, posture, and overall range of motion.

During your physical therapy treatment, you will be given exercises for relieving your joint pain and stabilizing any weak hip or knee tissues. These exercises will most likely vary depending on your specific condition. For example, research has demonstrated that people suffering from patella pain (pain located in the kneecaps) tend to respond better to exercises that focus on strengthening both the hips and knees, rather than just focusing on the knees by themselves.

Core exercises may also be suggested for you to do in order to strengthen your core, lower back muscles, lower abdominal muscle groups, and pelvic muscles. Core exercises are meant to improve your posture and reduce the amount of weight you carry on both sides of your body.

Your physical therapist may also recommend additional customized treatments, such as mobilizations to improve joint movement or other soft tissue treatments that offer pain relief and promote the healing of damaged tissues in the hip or knees.

Contact Therapy Solutions For Relief

Are you ready to bid hip and knee pain farewell? Contact Therapy Solutions today to request an appointment with one of our dedicated Dickinson, Killdeer, and Richardton, ND physical therapists, and get started on the path toward long-lasting pain relief. Your hips and knees will thank you!