Knee Pain Q & A

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Why does knee pain occur?

Knee pain can be the result of an injury, like a ruptured ligament or torn cartilage. Some of the most common causes of knee pain include:

• Being overweight

• Overuse

• History of arthritis

• Injury

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How do we approach the treatment of knee pain?

At Rochester Integrated Medicine, our team of medical providers will work to identify and treat your knee pain with a variety of stretching and strengthening exercises.

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How do we diagnose knee pain?

The staff at Rochester Integrated Medicine believe in a whole-person approach to treatment. When you come in with this condition, our team begins by performing a thorough physical exam and evaluation to figure out why you’re experiencing pain. Once we identify the underlying causes of your pain, we develop a customized treatment plan to help you feel better and enjoy an improved quality of life.

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The goal of treatment at Rochester Integrated Medicine goes beyond providing pain relief. At the end of your treatment plan, you’ll be stronger, healthier, and less likely to have problems in the future.

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What treatments are effective for knee pain?

Rochester Integrated Medicine offers a wide range of treatments that may be beneficial to patients with knee pain. The majority of patients experiencing knee pain will be seen by one of our Physical Therapists. They will develop a treatment plan consisting of stretching and strengthening exercises that will be performed in the clinic as well as ones you can do at home.

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The exact treatment our team recommends depends on the cause of your pain and your treatment goals.

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